Find a Wedding Venue in Dorset
Are you looking to marry in Dorset? We've listed some of the best Dorset Wedding Venues so you can find the perfect venue for your wedding, whether you're looking for an elegant reception in Dorchester or a perfect civil ceremony in Poole. Most wedding venues that are licensed for civil ceremonies offer a complete package from the wedding ceremony through to the evening reception. Once you've found your perfect wedding venue, why not sign up to our free online wedding planner.Lulworth Castle, exclusively yours
- 120 guests
A unique and exclusive wedding venue set in extensive parkland, nestled close to the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Bespoke celebrations, your day your way. Civil Marriage Licence, Church & Chapel.
Undiscovered, exclusive and wildly romantic
- 200 guests
Nestled in the rolling hills near Beaminster, venue hire at Mapperton includes a range of outdoor and indoor ceremony locations, the Orangery for your drinks reception, Italianate gardens, rustic barn, furniture, marquee and couple accommodation.
Stunning Wedding Venue in Dorset
- 140 guests
A stunning renovated watermill surrounded on both sides by the Avon River with uninterrupted views across the water meadows. Exclusively yours the Mill provides privacy and flexibility for you to create your own unique wedding.
Dorset's Subtropical Garden Wedding Venue, Dorset.
- 150+ guests
Set in acres of a subtropical paradise, we offer a unique, stunning setting for your special wedding day and a spectacular backdrop for your photographs. Based on Dorset's stunning Jurassic Coast.
A seaside venue that blends edgy with elegance.
- 250+ guests
A seaside venue that blends edgy with elegance. All that’s left is for you to say “I do”. Hilton Bournemouth is the first-pick wedding venue for those in the know. We take care of every detail, we’ll help you plan a perfect and personalised wedding.
House & Marquee Weddings
- 200 guests
Situated on the edge of The New Forest, so bordering Dorset/Hampshire, The Old Vicarage has a countryside setting, surrounded by woodland and gardens. Licensed for ceremonies, a perfect country wedding venue in Hinton, Christchurch.
- 150 guests
Licensed for civil ceremonies ,wedding receptions in Poole harbour Dorset.Beautiful waterside location of RNLI College makes it a perfect wedding venue. And the incredible atmosphere will set the tone for your wedding day.
Manor House & Walled Garden Wedding Venue, Dorset.
- 150 guests
Upton House and Walled Garden provide a stunning backdrop to your special day. Grandeur, charm and exclusive use!
Hotel Wedding Venue
- 120 guests
Wedding venue in Shaftesbury with a Civil Ceremony license, The Royal Case Hotel wedding venue can offer the complete service all under one roof.
Historic Bournemouth wedding venue, Dorset.
- 120 guests
Steeped in history, Langtry Manor is one of the most romantic & idyllic wedding venues in Bournemouth, Dorset. Langtry Manor offers a unique elegance, intimacy & romance where a bride can turn her wedding dreams into beautiful reality.
Manor House Wedding Venue in Wimborne
- 250 guests
A private family home, so you can rest assured that the venue is yours exclusively for your day. Every wedding here is unique because it is designed by the Bride & Groom, with the help of our events team.
Stunning Views for Wedding
- 200+ guests
Weymouth Pavilion is superbly located to enjoy stunning views of the adjacent beach & bay. Fully licensed for ceremonies & can accommodate all sizes of weddings from small intimate gatherings to numbers of several hundred for the ceremony & reception
Wedding venue in Dorset.
- 200 guests
On Bournemouth’s East Cliff, Yenton is an independent hotel and functions venue with its conservatory area overlooking an acre of colourful landscaped grounds. .
Beautiful Wedding venue in Dorset.
- 120 guests
Set against the unrivalled backdrop of Bournemouth’s beautiful beaches, the Hotel Miramar is one of Dorset’s premier wedding venues. The four-star hotel exudes style and elegance for a truly romantic occasion in a cliff top location.
Beautiful Golf Club Wedding venue in Dorset.
- 200+ guests
Looking for a wedding venue in Dorset. Dudsbury Golf Club Hotel & Spa.The golf club house make the ideal wedding venue set in beautiful grounds on the outskirts of the conurbation.
The Orchid Hotel creates its own unique weddings.
- 120 guests
The Orchid Hotel is newly refurbished making it the ideal enchanting venue for truly unique wedding. The modern and chic function rooms are designed with couples in mind. We are licensed for civil ceremonies.
Stunning coastal Weddings with Accommodation
- 200+ guests
Smedmore House is a very special, exclusive Dorset manor house for Weddings and Civil Ceremonies. With sea views, the timeless beauty and friendly atmosphere of Smedmore House helps create an unbelievably romantic, and magical country wedding.
Wedding venue in Bournemouth
- 200 guests
Located just 4.3 miles from Bournemouth Airport and within walking distance of Bournemouth Train Station, direct access from the A338 Spur Road and extensive parking, Vitality Stadium is one of the most versatile and unique venues in Dorset.
Intimate Wedding Venue
- 70+ guests
A fantastic choice for a small, intimate wedding. With a license for ceremonies of up to 40 guests and your wedding breakfast/reception up to 70 guests. Always a possibility of a marquee, if you need more evening guests.
Beautiful Country Hotel set in 15 acres.
- 200+ guests
Inspiring civil ceremonies & wedding reception venue in Shaftesbury, Dorset. Our stunning 18th century barn, woodland wedding gazebo and marquee allow you to create a perfectly unique day in a stunning wedding venue.
Grandeur & luxury at the water’s edge
- 250 guests
Situated on the tip of the Sandbanks peninsula with spectacular views, you can say your vows whilst listening to the lapping of water.
A beautifully unique Grade I listed ancient house.
- 80 guests
Scaplen’s Court offers you exclusive use with a variety of period rooms and pretty outdoor spaces. The historic and characterful Scaplen's Court is the perfect setting for a unique wedding ensuring a truly memorable day for you and your guests.
The Wedding Venue of Dorset The Victorian Barn
- 200 guests
Wedding Venue Dorset. Civil Ceremonies/Wedding Receptions for up to 120 guests in the Osborne Hall within The Victorian Barn
Dorset / Wiltshire border victorian garden venue
- 200 guests
The Larmer Tree was one of the first Victorian Pleasure Gardens. Situated on the Dorset/ Wiltshire border, it is an extraordinary example of Victorian extravagance and now home to free roaming peacocks and pair of macaws.
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