£3000 - £18000 for Venue Hire
Up to 160
14 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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St Giles House is the finest Stately Home wedding venue in Dorset! Set in acres of beautiful grounds and surrounded by history, St Gile makes for the most picture-perfect wedding setting, imaginable.
Pricing & Costs
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£3,000
Maximum Price
£18,000
Exclusive use of the house and grounds 10am - midnight (extension available)
5 licensed principle rooms with a choice of use as well as our underground nightclub and bar
7 King size bedrooms and 1 Family room in the Riding House for 2 nights- sleeping 18 guests
East & West Pepperpot lodges for 2 nights- sleeping 4 guests
All accommodation includes Breakfast on both mornings.
Use of The Japan Room in the Main House for Bridal preparations
Sound Equipment
Furniture includes:
o 10 6ft Round Tables
o 300 chairs
o 4 velvet sofas
o 5 tall marble poser tables
o 5 short square marble tables
o Fully kitted kitchen for caterers.
Two members of house staff for on the day management and coordination
Evening bar and 2 staff members
What is included in this pricing:
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Choice of preferred caterers
Guest accommodation included
In-house catering(price per head)
Prices Start At
£75
All glassware, crockery, cutlery, linen, napkins, table menus, Events Manager, chefs and catering assistants.
Free menu tasting for the couple, special diets catered for
On the day:~ selection of canapes, warm rustic rolls, 3 course Wedding menu, coffee, tea & chocolates, Evening cheese buffet with all the trimmings and seasonal fruits.
Packages(total price)
Prices Start At
£10,500
Maximum Price
£18,000
Number of Guests Included
160
Exclusive use of the house and grounds 10am - midnight (extension available)
5 licensed principle rooms with a choice of use as well as our underground nightclub and bar
7 King size bedrooms and 1 Family room in the Riding House for 2 nights- sleeping 18 guests
East & West Pepperpot lodges for 2 nights- sleeping 4 guests
All accommodation includes Breakfast on both mornings.
Use of The Japan Room in the Main House for Bridal preparations
Sound Equipment
Furniture includes:
o 10 6ft Round Tables
o 300 chairs
o 4 velvet sofas
o 5 tall marble poser tables
o 5 short square marble tables
o Fully kitted kitchen for caterers.
Two members of house staff for on the day management and coordination
Evening bar and 2 staff members
What is included in this pricing:
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Guest accommodation included
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Features & Capacity
Overview
Venue Type
Stately Home
Dining Capacity
160
Reception Capacity
200
No. of Bedrooms
14
Sleeps No. of People
30
Bridal Suite
Changing Only
Usual Access Time
10:00AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00AM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Food and Drink
External Catering Permitted
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
Alcohol Licence
Venue
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Open Flame Permitted
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet-Friendly
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Cultural Specialists
Asian Wedding Specialist
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Other
Full Description
St Giles House provides an unforgettable experience for you and your loved one to marry in a truly stunning setting. Surrounded by fireplaces and family portraits, you can be married in any of the principle rooms in the house. An unforgettable setting full of history, personalising your ceremony to tailor it to your taste.
If you're seeking something more traditional in your ceremonial vows, Wimborne St.Giles Church is just next door.
Enjoy your Drinks Reception overlooking the Sunken Garden whilst a feast is prepared for you by our dedicated caterers, who are committed to ensuring your every whim is indulged. For your Evening Reception, our award-winning Basement Club (complete with state of the art lights and sound system and a speakeasy-style bar) awaits you.
We are also delighted to be able to offer accommodation for up to 30 guests in our Riding House, Grooms Cottages and Pepperpot Lodges, for 2 nights -making the weekend feel like a big family getaway.
St Giles House also offers Midweek Weddings at discounted rates.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Olivia, Emanuel, Kitty, Lottie, Amy & Robyn
We would be delighted to welcome you to St Giles for your Wedding Day. Our experienced and friendly team are here every step of the way to help, assist and advise you to ensure the planning stages are as stress-free and enjoyable as possible and that your day is executed to perfection! Your Wedding Day will pass in the blink of an eye so we will ensure it is a day to remember, full of treasured memories in historic, exquisite surroundings.
We look forward to meeting you!
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2016
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
true
No. of People In Team
15
Reviews
(41)
Clara & Luke
Married in April 2022
April 2022
The most amazing day; the most amazing team
St. Giles were incredible from start to finish. The team there was responsive, helpful, friendly, and treated our wedding as just as important to them as it was to us. I couldn't fault them and could not recommend them enough. We had an utterly fantastic day that exceeded ALL expectations and are so thankful to St. Giles for turning all of our hopes and wishes into utter magic.
Minerva & Tom
Married in October 2020
October 2020
Thank you!
We wanted to say a special thank you to you both and the rest of the team for all your help over our weekend. We can honestly say we had the best day and wish we could relive it all over again. We couldn't believe how good the weather was and although we'd visited St Giles a few times previously, it was the first time we'd seen it against a backdrop of clear blue skies and it was stunning. Everything was perfect so thank you for all your hard work!
Sophie & James
Married in November 2019
November 2019
You all made us both feel so much more at ease...
Thank you so much we both had such an amazing day, we both just opened the present from your team thank you so much very thoughtful of you. You all made us both feel so much more at ease and welcome at the venue and throughout the day.
Natalie & Rob
Married in November 2019
November 2019
We cannot recommend this venue enough to couples l
St Giles House was the perfect backdrop to our wedding and we had the most fantastic day from start to finish. We cannot recommend this venue enough to couples looking for a wedding venue.
The venue/setting was one of the most important aspects to us for our wedding as we had decided on a November wedding, so we required a venue with enough space and character to keep guests occupied in case of rain! St Giles house is not only beautiful but is the most unique wedding venue we have seen and our guests absolutely loved the venue too.
The team at St Giles House made our experience across the 17 months of our wedding planning (and on the day) so wonderful and they were so accommodating. They truly make your day as perfect as they can for you.
St Giles House will always be so special to us not only because of our wedding day but also because of how romantic and bursting with history the place is. Every time we visited in the lead up to the wedding we always came away smiling and happy.
Thank you again to everyone at St Giles.
Jessica & Will
Married in November 2019
November 2019
The day was absolutely amazing.....
Thank you so much for all of your hard work. Jess and I have been receiving many kind words about St Giles and your team; the day was absolutely amazing.
Lucy & Seamus
Married in October 2019
October 2019
What an incredibly special venue
We truly did have the best day of our lives and we can’t thank yourself and the team at St.Giles enough for all your help in the lead up and on the day.
What an incredibly special venue, we couldn’t have dreamed of anywhere more perfect for us to celebrate our day and you really do have the best team on hand which made the whole experience stress free and on the day, everything ran so smoothly.
I will make sure all our thanks to you and the team is popped in a review, that goes without saying! Everyone has been singing the venues praises, they loved every minute, with the Riding House stay being the icing on the cake.
Location & Contact Details
Address
Wimborne St. Giles, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5NA, England
Travel Notes
If using a Sat Nav it is best to enter the postcode BH21 5ND.
Nearest Town
Wimborne
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M27. Junction 1
Nearest Train Station
Sailsbury
Nearest Airport
Bournemouth
Press & Awards
(10)
Videos
(6)
Video tours
(2)
FAQ
(10)
Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Each Wedding has been equally beautiful, although the most unique would have to be the "Supercar" couple whose love of fast cars led them to hiring over 6 million pounds worth of super cars. These were parked in the grounds and positioned like an aisle which the bride walked down.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
To prioritise what aspect of your day means the most to you, for example the photos... and then ensure you get that preferred supplier booked as soon as possible.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
An Acrobatic Air Display was put on by the couple for their Wedding guests as a total surprise. It was outstanding.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Historic, Iconic, Exclusive, Striking, Tranquil, Magical and Picturesque (sorry, I know it's more than 5).
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
In front of the Anteros Statue with the house and grounds as the backdrop.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
We have been very lucky to have hosted a number of celebrity guests, but discretion is important to us.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Savoury goats cheesecake, fig compote & bee pollen.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Cheese Toasties.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The 18th Century Shell Grotto.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The remarkable restoration project and our award-winning accommodation.
Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook GiftA bottle of locally sourced Sparkling Wine and a special gift from Lord Shaftesbury.
Bridebook Special Offer* Now hosting mid-week weddings at very competitive rates