The Crown Hotel sits on the edge of Blandford Forum, with views of the River Stour’s water meadows and the historic town. We can accommodate 60-150 guests for both ceremony and wedding breakfast, with plenty of parking at the rear of the hotel. There are plenty of reasons to celebrate at the Crown Hotel, including: • Popular wedding venue situated in the beautiful North Dorset countryside • Catering for 60-150 guests • Full civil wedding license • Accommodation in beautiful rooms for family and friends at discounted rates on package bookings • A dedicated Wedding coordinator and Manager • Discounts for off peak and midweek weddings

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Laura

We'd be delighted to host your wedding day, please get in touch to discuss the wedding packages available to you.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

1977

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of The Crown Hotel, Dorset

Wedding Venue Type

Hotel

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

150

Reception Capacity

150

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance

Sound System Available

Dancefloor Available

Confetti Permitted

Wedding Licence

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive Use

On-Site Parking

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Open Flame Permitted

Grade I/II Listed Building

Marquee Permitted

Outdoor Reception Space

Pet Friendly

Wedding Catering

In-house Catering

Alcohol Licence

In-House Wine List

Vegan Catering

Bar

Pricing for The Crown Hotel, Dorset

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£500

Exclusive evening hire of our Sealy Suite can be had for just £500. Optional extras can be added from DJ bookings to catering menus and drinks. A minimum number of 40 guests applies.

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£16

Maximum Price

£145

What is included in this pricing:

Minimum numbers apply

Set menu options only

Cutlery included

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Table linen included

Wine allowance per guest

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£85

Maximum Price

£145

Minimum Number of Guests

All our wedding packages include a dedicated Wedding Coordinator and Event Manager to oversee your wedding day. Red carpet on arrival, exclusive hire of our Sealy Suite and private walled gardens with full wedding license for indoor or outdoor ceremonies. The packages include accommodation for the Bride & Groom in our executive bridal suite and all furniture and chair covers for the reception with colour coordinated sashes of your choice. The venue is available all day until midnight and includes a private bar area and DJ. Other optional extras can be added if desired. The registrar will need to be booked by the couple and the relevant fees paid to Dorset Registration service. Silver package £70pp (excluding ceremony): Guests will receive a glass of Buck's fizz or Pimms on arrival, as well as a full three-course wedding breakfast, two glasses of 175ml house red or white wine with the wedding meal and a glass of bubbly for the toasts. Gold package £85pp (excluding ceremony): Guests will receive a glass of Buck's fizz or Pimms on arrival and three canapés during the welcome drinks, as well as a four-course wedding breakfast, two glasses of 175ml house red or white wine and two bottles of mineral water (per table) with the wedding meal, and a glass of bubbly for the toasts. Platinum package £110pp (excluding ceremony): Guests will receive a glass of Buck's fizz or Pimms on arrival and three canapés during the welcome drinks, as well as a four-course wedding breakfast, three glasses of 175ml wine and two bottles of mineral water (per table) with the wedding meal, and glass of bubbly for the toasts.

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Canapés included

Furniture included

Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Couple accommodation included

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At

£4,500

Maximum Price

£5,500

Number of Guests Included

Our 2024 special evening package includes a Wedding ceremony followed by an informal evening reception. Perfect for couples on a budget at just £4,500! Package includes: Use of the Sealy Suite or garden for a wedding ceremony after 4pm Glass of Prosecco for 80 guests Chair covers and sashes for 80 guests A five option informal finger buffet & fries for 80 guests Use of the Sealy Suite until midnight DJ disco entertainment *The Registrar will need to be booked by the couple and the relevant fees paid to Dorset Registration service.

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Furniture included

Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Reviews for The Crown Hotel, Dorset
(11)

Heidi & Sam

Happy couple married in April

September 2024

Excellent and professional.

Laura, Rob and the team were very supportive throughout and delivered everything we wanted. we were given food choices and were able to change them to suit us. Nothing was too much trouble and Laura did a fantastic job of putting the room together how we had asked. She displayed our decorations for us and made suggestions along the way. They were warm and welcoming on our arrival and a drink was waiting for us. The running of the reception ran very smoothly from th

Elise Robinson

Happy couple married in June

September 2024

Our Wedding Day

We had an amazing wedding at the Crown Hotel in Blandford the food was excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful throughout the planning of the Wedding and on the day.

Linzi & Ian

Happy couple married in July

September 2024

Lovely Relaxed Venue

Laura was lovely, so helpful and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble. She did a fantastic job of organising our special day and catering to our needs. All of the staff were very professional and helpful, but Vince was absolutely fantastic and helped us both a lot on the day. The venue looked so nice, had a really lovely atmosphere and the food was amazing. All of our guests commented on how good the food was and how relaxed the day felt. We had the most amazing day and a lot of it was do

Cormac & Susan

Happy couple married in July

September 2024

A wedding weekend

Our wedding party pretty much took the hotel over for 3 nights in July with the wedding itself on day 2. 100 adults and abut 20 children. Laura and the team did a super job front of house and the food was excellent, particularly given that it was banquet catering. Really tasty and hot. Well cooked and presented. Our various request were accommodated and the day/weekend went really well. I'm very glad we chose the Crown to have our wedding!

Helen & Alex

Happy couple married in September

September 2024

Magical day

Our wedding at this venue in one word… Wow! From start to finish, the staff at The Crown Hotel were amazing. We chose the package that suited our budget and with the amount of people attending. The room was decorated with lights and the tables we decorated ourselves. We had lots of compliments regarding our wedding. Thank you to Laura, Robert and staff at The Crown for making our day rememberable.

Natalie & Craig

Happy couple married in October

September 2024

Fantastic experience.

From first meeting Laura to the end of the evening it was amazing, she was so helpful. The Crown looked amazing when it was all decorated. The weather was amazing and we had the outdoor games which went down well. The food was fantastic, drinks were good. We had the best wedding day.

Adriane & Cheryl

Happy couple married in May

September 2024

Amazing venue

Had my wedding at this venue and I CANNOT recommend enough! Supportive, easy, beautiful.... amazing staff all around and 1000000% made an unforgettable experience! Food was excellent as well! Special thanks to Laura for coordinating all and being an all around super star!

Terisa & Charley

Happy couple married in July

September 2024

Fabulous Venue and Wonderful Team

I don’t have a single negative thing to say about my wedding at The Crown Hotel. From the initial meeting to the big day, Laura was fantastic! I never had a worry with the organisation as most of the suppliers I chose were recommend by the Crown and liaised directly with the team. On the day, it was completely stress free as Laura had everything under control. Perfect day in every way, and a stunning setting for a wedding. The Sealy Suite has its own walled garden which is large enough to have y

Pete & Carole

Happy couple married in August

September 2024

A daunting task made easy

When deciding where to hold our Wedding Reception, we didn't need to look further than the team at The Crown Hotel. From the very first meeting, Laura filled us with the confidence that almost anything is possible. The best part of the experience was that Laura asked us what we wanted or expected and then advised the best options, leaving the final decisions with us. We felt in control. Regular catchups by email, calls and face-to-face meetings meant that we were always updated as the date appr

Shabs Lopes

Happy couple married in March

April 2023

I was at the crown hotel on the 29/06/19 to attend a wedding reception

I was at the crown hotel on the 29/06/19 to attend a wedding reception. The food was 10 out of 10, it was excelent. Thats coming from a chef i would recommend this venue for any occasion that requires a sit down meal, the staff were excelent and on top form. I would like to say thank you to tommy the night porter for everything. You are a gentlemen, and a top man. Thanks for a great day and evening.

Location & Contact Details for The Crown Hotel, Dorset

Website

Phone

Wedding Venue Address

West Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7AJ, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

From the M27: Follow the M27 WEST. Join the A31 and continue past Ringwood. Follow signs for A31 to Poole (do not branch off towards Bournemouth). After a series of roundabouts, follow signs to A350 Blandford. Continue through a few villages, beware of speed cameras! When you reach the Tesco store in Blandford, continue past the Brewery, and then turn right over the river. The Crown Hotel is situated in front of you. From Salisbury: If coming from A303 (Newbury / Andover area), follow signs to Salisbury. Go through Salisbury, following signs for A354, Blandford. Follow the A354 past Sixpenny Handley and Tarrant Hinton. After Pimperne, turn left at the next roundabout, following signs to the Brewery Visitor Centre and Blandford. Go over the bypass, and straight on at the next roundabout. Turn right at the Tesco roundabout, following signs to the Brewery Visitor Centre. Continue past the Brewery and turn right over the river. The Crown Hotel is situated in front of you. From West: Follow A35 past Bridport and Dorchester. Take the A354 to Blandford. Go through villages including Milborne St Andrew and Winterborne Whitechurch. At the Tesco roundabout, turn left, following signs to Brewery Visitor Centre. Continue past the Brewery, and then turn right over the river. The Crown Hotel is situated in front of you.