Minterne House

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£6,500 - £9,500 for Venue Hire

Up to 100

25 Bedrooms

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Description

At Minterne House, we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable and bespoke wedding experiences for you and your guests. Nestled in the heart of Dorset, our unique country house offers an unparalleled setting with exclusive use of the house and South lawn, providing the perfect backdrop for your special day. Understanding that every wedding is unique, we work closely with our couples to offer the flexibility and support needed to create a perfect day, from ceremony start to starlit end. Our private rooms are designed for exceptional entertaining, while our sumptuous gardens provide the ultimate al-fresco experience. Whether you desire a stately home style or wish to design your own marquee venue, Minterne House is here to bring your vision to life. We are dedicated to providing the most flexible arrangements, ensuring your wedding day is tailored to your individual needs. With luxurious accommodations for up to 48 guests, you can extend your wedding festivities for a full weekend or longer. The wedding suite, included with venue hire for two nights, offers comfort and elegance, with breakfast for those staying in the principal bedrooms. Options include the pool house with a tennis court, charming farmhouses with hot tubs and lush gardens, and intimate flats ideal for families. At Minterne House, we excel in providing unique experiences and outstanding customer service. From the moment you arrive, we ensure every guest feels welcomed and valued. Our dedicated team meticulously handles every detail to perfection. With the expertise of our resident wedding planner, your planning journey will be seamless. Choose Minterne House for an extraordinary, stress-free wedding that you and your guests will remember forever.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Emily

Minterne can promise you the day of your dreams. This stunning manor house nestles in the Cerne Valley with a lake and water features providing an exquisite backdrop. Drinks on the East Terrace overlooking the lake is just one of several options; a house for all seasons, Minterne is an equally romantic setting for a winter wedding with log fires in the Drawing Room, Trafalgar Hall and Garden Room.

Experience

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

6

Overview of Minterne House

Wedding Venue Type

Country House / Manor House

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

100

Reception Capacity

160

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

25

Sleeps No. of People

48

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance

Fireworks Permitted

Dancefloor Available

Wedding Licence

Confetti Permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped Gardens

Exclusive Use

Water View

Marquee Permitted

Grade I/II Listed Building

On-Site Parking

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Open Flame Permitted

Bridal Changing Facilities

Outdoor Reception Space

Disabled Access

Pet Friendly

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted

No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Pricing for Minterne House

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£6,500 - £9,500

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In-house Catering (price per head)

£90 - £120

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Reviews for Minterne House
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Dawn & Carl

Happy couple married in October

October 2024

Emily is AMAZING!!

Minterne House is a beautiful venue, the grounds, the house itself, the history. What made it so much more was Emily and the team. Emily was our wedding planner on the day and went above and beyond to make our day seamless. Our day, from start to finish was faultless and we could not of done it without her. Lord Digby welcomed us into his home which we will be forever grateful for.

Gill and Graham

Wedding: October

October 2024

Wonderful setting for a special day

Stunning grounds, the sunshine picking out glorious autumnal colours enhanced by swans on the lake, with two white ponies contentedly grazing nearby. Stupendous interior complimented by the warm welcome of all staff who were efficient and unobtrusive. Happy memories are made of such things.

Daisy & Dom

Happy couple married in May

July 2024

Perfection

We had the most magical weekend at Minterne. The venue itself is spectacular and you will struggle to find anywhere half as magical but the whole team made the day so amazing. We were all so well looked after and everyone went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed ourselves.

Amanda

Happy couple married in August

July 2024

Amazing venue with very helpful staff.

My wife and I had our wedding reception at Minterne House on August 26, 2023. The venue - Minterne House is an absolutely stunning venue, rich in both decadence and history, and was the perfect location for our wedding reception. As you meander up the drive you are instantly taken by the building and its surrounding landscape, a sentiment often repeated to us by our guests on the day, and that theme continues throughout as you explore the various rooms. We had access to the property for the we

Lara & Joe

Happy couple married in June

July 2024

The most perfect venue like a fairy tale!

The most stunning venue and gardens this location truly is magical and we had the best wedding day here with the sun shining surrounded by stunning countryside views. The grounds are beautiful and the house is so smart it really is something special. We stayed in the flat within the house and it was so clean and spacious it had everything we needed and so handy for the big day. The bridal suite was gorgeous with even more beautiful views across the gardens and lawn felt like something from a per

Hannah & Edward

Happy couple married in June

July 2024

Absolutely Phenomenal!

The first time we visited Minterne House it was a miserable rainy day in January - despite the weather we knew it was perfect. The house is absolutely breathtaking and steeped in history, but still has a comforting homely feel. We took advantage of the beautiful interior and had our wedding breakfast inside. The high ceilings and double height windows made it feel beautifully open and airy. With 90 guests it felt wonderfully intimate at the same time. We took advantage of the balcony and staircase to make an entrance into our wedding breakfast, which felt incredibly unique. The reception rooms and front lawn are both perfect options for the drinks reception, so whether it’s sunny or rainy it’s utterly perfect. Along with using the main house we also had guests in Lady Jane’s Apartment and Churchill House. Both are beautifully designed (with extremely comfortable beds) and have everything you could wish for - including rather delicious biscuits! The whole team were incredibly accommodating, Lord Digby was always on hand for the duration of our stay - whether it be wifi or heating questions. Finally, our day wouldn’t have been as spectacular without the phenomenal support of Emily (Emily Rose Wedding and Events), Minterne House’s Wedding Planner. From liaising with all of our suppliers, to setting up our time plan, to answering all of our questions in the lead up she was just incredible. On the day it felt like having a friend guide us through the various moments and make sure all was on track. Everything was completely perfect and we couldn’t have wished for a better day with a better team!

PS5wsm

Wedding: June

June 2024

Cant thank Minterne enough

A huge thank you to the team at Minterne for everything both in the lead up but also on the day It simply was everything we could hope for and more and Emily and the team's efforts were instrumental in making A & W’s special day so memorable Minterne have a unique and special offer to provide, but the team's willingness to help, assist even with the most mundane jobs really stood out. The feedback from guests has been amazing once again thank you so much

Rebecca and Gilbert

Happy couple married in October

January 2024

The best wedding I could have ever dreamt of!

I got married in October at Minterne House and it was outstanding! The house and the grounds are breathtakingly beautiful and it was the perfect setting for our Autumn wedding. Lord Digby and the wonderful staff who helped out made us feel very at home when we spent the wedding weekend there. They were all so kind and accommodating and any issues that may have cropped up, were covered and the day went so smoothly! They went above and beyond and every wish that I had for the day was granted by them, which you don’t get at a lot of venues. The accommodation on site is fantastic for guests - it was amazing having the wedding party and family on site the whole weekend. Every guest spoke about how stunning the venue was and marvelled at the incredible history of the house. Minterne House is truly one of a kind and will hold a place in my heart forever. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making our day so memorable and special!

Philippa & Callum

Happy couple married in June

July 2023

Everything we could wish for in a venue

Minterne was relatively new to the wedding industry when we booked it back in 2021 following many failed COVID-effected dates with our original venue, and so finding Minterne was a true aligning of the stars (thanks Bridebook!). I cannot express how wonderful the team are - we truly felt welcomed by Lord Digby and his team into his home as special guests. This venue is not a wedding factory - they will make you feel at home and do everything they can to make your day the best day they can. From accommodating our toddler to the most impressive breakfasts, to helping find a string quartet the day before the wedding when the original group cancelled(!), to the genuine care that the venue managers had to get it right for us. They accommodated our requests so happily and it was a relief to hear “yes” rather than “no” as we had done from our original venue. The guests all said how stunning the venue was (in fact some said it was the best they’d ever seen) and the fact that 40 of the guests could stay on the estate was just amazing. Every room received a box of chocolates and a handwritten card welcoming them - this is 5* accommodation service. We honestly feel a bond to the estate now and we hope to rent a cottage there for our first anniversary. PS there is even a pool for guests staying the morning of the wedding! Thank you thank you thank you!

I came here and celebrated a friends wedding and was enchanted by the house, its owner - Lord Digby- and the team. What a special home and place to get married.

Location & Contact Details for Minterne House

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Email

Phone

Wedding Venue Address

Minterne House Minterne Magna, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7AU, England, United Kingdom

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Nearest Town

Dorchester or Sherborne

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M3 or M5

Nearest Train Station

Sherborne

Nearest Airport

Bournemouth, Bristol, Exeter

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Minterne House?

Each wedding is special as we work with each couple to ensure their day reflects them.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Take time for yourselves and make sure that you enjoy your day - there is so much going on that you can get swept up by everything and miss those magic moments!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

One couple used a tree stump from our grounds as their guest book. Guests hammered coins into the stump and it is now a feature in their garden.

Describe Minterne House in 5 adjectives

Stunning, Unique, Flexible, Romantic, Friendly.

Where’s the best photo spot at Minterne House?

On Eleanor's Bridge

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Minterne House?

Yes, but we wont say who!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Crispy curried crab cakes with coriander dipping sauce

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Pizza, always pizza!

What is Minterne House most unique feature?

The atmosphere. We are still a family home and so the House has a very special feeling and atmosphere

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Weddings & Events - we excel at them!

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Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook Special Offer Complimentary champagne toasting drink if you book through Bridebook. Valid until 1st December 2022!

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