Dorset Weddings 2016 (pdf, 8Mb) (opens in a new window)

Dorset - a County of DistinctionWith stunning countryside and World Heritage status coastline -

we lead you through the many different landscapes of Dorset.

4 West Dorset

5 Weymouth & Portland

6 Purbeck

7 Christchurch

8 East Dorset

9 North Dorset

Choosing where to marryWith over 110 venues available to hold your ceremony -

we can help you choose your ideal place.

10 Why choose a Civil Wedding

11 Where and when can you hold your ceremony?

12-15 Approved Venues in Dorset

16-17 Dorset Registration Ceremony Rooms

18-19 Outdoor Ceremonies

Arranging a Civil WeddingWe explain everything you need to know about arranging

and planning your Civil Wedding in Dorset.

24-25 What you need to do

26-27 The legal preliminaries to marriage

28-29 What happens on the day

30 Changes to your passport

30 Re-registration of your children

31 Busting Marriage Myths & Rumours

32-33 Countdown to your big day

Published by: Dorset Registration Service,

Dorset History Centre, Bridport Road, Dorchester DT1 1RP.

Tel: 01305 225153 www.dorsetforyou.com/ceremonies

Produced and designed by: The Design Place,

23 Mitchell Hill, Truro, Cornwall TR1 1ED.

Tel: 01872 271414 www.the-design-place.co.uk

Photography courtesy of: Cornwell Photography,

Martin Lewis Photographer, One Thousand Words Photography,

Starlight Photography and Mark Simons, Dorset County Council.

Front cover (main photo): Starlight Photography

All information is correct at the time of print. � 2017

PAGE 2 | DORSET WEDDINGS

Welcome to your guide to

civil weddings in Dorset

inside

One Thousand Words Photography

DORSET WEDDINGS | PAGE 3

Congratulations

on your forthcoming wedding

Dorset’s coast and countryside is truly outstanding,

but it is a county of many parts; a collection of fine

landscapes each with its own characteristics and sense

of place. Nearly half of the county is designated as an

area of outstanding natural beauty and the coastline

has been awarded World Heritage Site status, ranking

it as one of the natural wonders of the world.

If the landscape setting for your ceremony is important

to you, the next few pages of the brochure may help

you narrow your search for that fabulous venue.


We would like to invite you to hold your ceremony in the County of Dorset, famously renowned as

the heart of Thomas Hardy’s Wessex. Dorset is a county of outstanding natural beauty revealing a

fascinating variety of landscapes that have over the centuries inspired poets, authors and artists.

These landscapes offer the idyllic setting for many of the fabulous venues where you can choose

to hold your wedding. This, combined with Dorset’s sense of timelessness and our approach to

creating your bespoke ceremony, all makes Dorset the ideal choice for your special day.

Vivienne Robson Superintendent Registrar

Dorset a County of Distinction

High chalk escarpments, spectacular panoramic

views, rolling countryside and the magnificent

Jurassic Coast, all combined with an amazing

sense of tranquillity. Welcome to West Dorset.

From the seaside town of Lyme Regis with its

maze of narrow streets that wind their way down

to the ancient Cobb harbour, the setting for the film

‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman’, to the beach at

Burton Bradstock which featured in the television

series ‘Broadchurch’, the Dorset coastline provides

a breathtaking backdrop for any ceremony.

Away from the coast is the place where time stands

still – such as the friendly market town of Bridport,

small towns like Beaminster with its beautiful

Georgian architecture, or Sherborne with its stunning

castle and Abbey – all nestled between green valleys

and wooded hills.

And then there is Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s

fictional town of Casterbridge as featured in his

historic novel ‘The Mayor of Casterbridge’.

Dorchester is our county town – a jewel in the

crown surrounded by outstanding countryside.

West Dorset

Dorset a county of distinction ...a breathtaking backdrop for any ceremony.


Cobb Wall, Lyme Regis

Jurassic Cliffs, West Bay area (Mark Simons) West Bay Harbour

Sherborne Castle Burton Bradstock Beach

Dorset a county of distinction Romantic tales of smuggling abound...


South from Dorchester and over the Ridgeway

you descend towards Weymouth and beyond it

the Isle of Portland.

The area is famous for its major shingle structure,

Chesil Beach, an 18 mile long pebble beach that

stretches from West Bay to Portland and separated

from the mainland by the Fleet Lagoon. Romantic

tales of smuggling abound in this area especially

around the nearby village of East Fleet.

The Isle of Portland, at the end of Chesil Beach,

is home to spectacular wildlife and stunning views

across Portland Harbour, one of the largest man

made harbours in the world.

On the other side of the harbour lies Weymouth,

a bustling seaside resort with its Georgian and

Regency buildings, a three mile level promenade

giving access to soft golden sands and its historic,

picturesque harbour.

Weymouth and Portland

View over Chesil Beach and Portland Harbour

Chesil Beach Portland Bill and Lighthouse

Weymouth Beach and Seafront Weymouth Harbour

Dorset a county of distinction


PurbeckThe Isle of Purbeck is one of the richest areas of

biodiversity in England. Butterflies, spider orchids,

nightjars, sand lizards and ladybird spiders are all

sheltered within its grass and heathlands.

The Isle is a peninsular surrounded on three sides

by the sea. Here you will find the iconic stone arches

of Durdle Door, the chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks

and the perfect horseshoe bay of Lulworth Cove.

And at its southern tip is the Victorian seaside town

of Swanage, a traditional family resort.

Inland, the countryside reflects a ‘living landscape’ –

archaeological features such as hill forts and ancient

field systems abound. At its centre lies the imposing

medieval ruin of Corfe Castle, a lasting reminder of

betrayal and treachery from the English Civil War.

The gateway to the Isle of Purbeck is Wareham,

a former Royal Borough that sits between the rivers

Piddle and Frome. An ancient town, Wareham once

boasted one of the most important ports on the

south coast in the Middle Ages.

...surrounded on three sides by the sea..

Durdle Door Old Harry Rocks

Wareham Quay (Mark Simons) Swanage Steam Railway passing Corfe Castle (Mark Simons)

Lulworth Cove



When we reach the eastern most tip of the Purbeck

area we need to jump eastwards across the urban

conurbations of Poole and Bournemouth until we

re-enter the County of Dorset at Christchurch.

This area extends from Hurn in the west to Highcliffe

in the east and includes Christchurch town centre,

Highcliffe, Mudeford, Hurn (encompassing

Bournemouth Airport) and Burton. The area adjoins

Bournemouth in the west and the New Forest in

the east. It lies approximately 20 miles west of

Southampton and 23 miles south of Salisbury.

Christchurch, founded in the 7th century, is located

at the confluence of the rivers Stour and Avon.

These rivers flow directly into Christchurch Harbour

which contains large areas of salt marsh and is

protected by a sandbar known as Mudeford Spit

which has fine sandy beaches on both sides of a

walkway.

Christchurch

...founded in the 7th century...

Christchurch Harbour Castle Ruins

Mudeford Spit Town Quay

River Stour at Christchurch

As we skip back westwards over the urban

conurbations of Bournemouth and Poole and

move slightly inland we once again return to the

County of Dorset. The area of East Dorset

provides a mosaic of open countryside, more

intimate pasture, dense woodland and extensive

colourful heathlands, blurring in places with the

outskirts of the New Forest.

East Dorset contains many of Dorset’s heathlands

and country parks with over 96% of them being

classified as ‘Sites of Special Scientific Interest’,

a designation given to the most valuable wildlife

habitats.

Wimborne Minster is the town that perhaps

is most associated with East Dorset with its

image of the Saxon Minster rising out over the

water meadows of the rivers Stour and Allen.

The bustling market town is steeped in history

and many 16th, 17th and 18th century fronted

shops and pubs can still be seen today.

East Dorset



...contains many of Dorset’s heathlands...

Wimborne MinsterBluebell Woods

Wimborne Folk Festival

White Mill Bridge, River Stour

East Dorset Heathland (Bryan Edwards)



Finally we continue westwards from East Dorset to

North Dorset; a profoundly rural area. The classical

chalk landscape such as Cranborne Chase is

indisputably dramatic with areas of high rolling

downlands, steeply cut escarpments and dry river

valleys. The chalkland parishes weave themselves

into this remote landscape tapestry; some are hilltop

villages standing defensively whilst others seek

sheltered river valleys. The cottages, many cob or

flint and thatched, sit lightly and attractively within the

landscape, very often next to grand manor houses.

Due to the scattered nature of the settlements there

are several main market towns in the region; Blandford

located on the banks of the River Stour; the hilltop

saxon town of Shaftesbury with its stunning views

over three counties and also the home of ‘Gold Hill’

made famous by the ‘Hovis Bread’ advertisement

depicting a bygone age; Gillingham the most northerly

town in Dorset and once the seat of a royal hunting

lodge, and Sturminster Newton a delightful market

town situated in the heart of the Blackmore Vale.

North Dorset

...a profoundly rural area...

Milton Abbas Village (Mark Simons) Gold Hill, Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury Festival

Sturminster Bridge(Mark Simons)

The beautiful Blackmore Vale (Mark Simons)

Why choose a

Civil Ceremony?Today, in addition to the Register Office, ceremonies can take place at any licensed venue such as stately

homes and castles, hotels and inns, tourist attractions, converted barns, village halls and garden rooms.

What’s more, in Dorset your ceremony can be bespoke and providing the ceremony is ‘dignified’ almost

anything goes; other than ensuring that your ceremony contains the required legal words and confirming

that it does not contain any religious content you are free to be as creative as you wish.

Photos above: Starlight Photography


Civil marriages are the legal alternative to religious ceremonies

and are a popular choice in Dorset

Thank you so much for our wonderful wedding ceremony. It was just perfect and your

words were so personal and made it very special for us. It’s a day we will never forget.‘‘ ’’


Photos above: Martin Lewis Photographer


Where and when can we hold our

Civil Ceremony?Dorset has a fabulous choice of wedding venues throughout the County to suit all types of ceremony,

whether you dream of a grand affair in a castle or a smaller, relaxed ceremony in a unique location, the

choice is yours. All of our licensed venues can be found on pages 12 to 15, with further details on our

website: www.dorsetforyou.com/ceremonyvenues.

Alternatively, you may choose to get married at one of our seven ceremony rooms or at the Register

Office in Dorchester, please see pages 16 to 17 for more information.

There are no restrictions regarding when you can hold your wedding ceremony; they can be held on

any day at any time although generally most couples choose between the hours of 11.00am and 6.00pm.

If however you would like a ‘twilight ceremony’ please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Would you like your wedding overlooking the sea, set in the beautiful

countryside or perhaps in a cosy venue with a blazing log fire?


Abbey House

Church Street,

Abbotsbury DT3 4JJ

01305 871330

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

Bullers Way,

Abbotsbury DT3 4LA

01305 871130

Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant

Pound Street,

Lyme Regis DT7 3HZ

01297 442010

Ashton Farm

Martinstown,

Dorchester DT2 9HA

01305 889877

Athelhampton House

Athelhampton,

Dorchester DT2 7LG

01305 848363

Bennetts Water Gardens

Putton Lane, Chickerell,

Weymouth DT3 4AF

01305 785150

Bishops Boutique Hotel

(Licence pending)

Main Road,

West Lulworth, BH20 5RQ

01929 400552

The Brace of Pheasants

(Licence pending)

Plush, Nr Dorchester DT2 7RQ

01300 348357

BridgeHouse Hotel

Prout Bridge, Beaminster,

Bridport DT8 3AY

01308 862200

Bulbury Woods

Lytchett Minster,

Poole BH16 6HR

01929 459574

The Bull Hotel

34 East Street,

Bridport DT6 3LF

01308 422878

California Barn

Priests Way,

Swanage BH19 2RS

01929 425049

Came House (Licence pending)

Winterborne Came,

Dorchester DT2 8NU

07917 868805

The Captains Club Hotel

Wick Ferry, Wick Lane,

Christchurch BH23 1HU

01202 475111

Chaffeymoor Grange

Bourton SP8 5BY

01747 841396

Charlton Down Village Hall

Sherren Avenue,

Charlton Down,

Dorchester DT2 9UA

01305 264060

Christchurch Harbour Hotel

95 Mudeford,

Christchurch BH23 3NT

01202 483434

The Coppleridge Inn

Motcombe,

Shaftesbury SP7 9HW

01747 851980

Crepe Farmhouse

Symondsbury Estate,

Manor Yard, Mill Lane,

Symondsbury DT6 6EX

01308 424116

The Crown Hotel

West Street,

Blanford Forum DT11 7AJ

01258 456626

Dorchester Municipal Buildings

High East Street,

Dorchester DT1 1HF

01305 819039

Dorchester Trinity Club

38 Trinity St,

Dorchester DT1 1TT

01305 262671

Dudsbury Golf Club

Christchurch Road,

Ferndown BH22 8ST

01202 593499

Durlston Castle

Lighthouse Road,

Swanage BH19 2JL

01929 424443

The Eastbury Hotel

Long Street,

Sherborne DT9 3BY

01935 813131

Edmondsham House

Edmondsham,

Wimborne BH21 5RE

01725 517207

Fernhill Hotel

Charmouth,

nr Lyme Regis,

Bridport DT6 6BX

01297 560492

Forde Abbey and Gardens

Chard, Somerset TA20 4LU

01460 220231

The George Albert Hotel

Wardon Hill, Evershot,

Dorchester DT2 9PW

01935 483430

Gorwell Farm

Abbotsbury,

Weyouth DT3 4JX

01305 871401

Grand Hotel Swanage

Burlington Road,

Swanage BH19 1LU

01929 423353

The Grange at Oborne

Sherborne DT9 4LA

01935 813463

The Grosvenor Arms

The Commons,

Shaftesbury SP7 8JA

01747 850580


Approved Venues in the County of Dorset

We want to take this opportunity to thank you so much for your patience and a beautiful ceremony.‘‘ ’’

The Guildhall, Lyme Regis

Bridge Street,

Lyme Regis DT7 3QA

01297 445175

Hayhouse Farm (Licence pending)

Gillingham SP8 5NX

01747 822418

Hethfelton House

Hethfelton,

Wareham BH20 6HS

01929 462487

Highcliffe Castle

Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe,

Christchurch BH23 4LE

01425 278807

Hix Oyster & Fish House

Cobb Road,

Lyme Regis DT7 3JP

01297 446910

Holme Nurseries

West Holme Farm,

West Holme,

Wareham BH20 6AQ

01929 554716

Honeybrook Farm and Country Park

Wimborne BH21 4JD

01202 881120

Hooke Court

Hooke,

Nr. Beaminster DT8 3NX

01308 862260

Hope Farm

Netherby, Nr. Beaminster,

Bridport DT6 5LZ

01308 488502

The Hotel Rembrandt

12-16 Dorchester Road,

Weymouth DT4 7JU

01305 764000

The Kings Arms, Christchurch

18 Castle Street,

Christchurch BH23 1DT

01202 588933

Kingston Country Courtyard

Greystone Court, Kingston,

Wareham BH20 5LR

01929 481066

Kingston Maurward House

Dorchester DT2 8PY

01305 215050

Knighton House

Durweston,

Blandford Forum DT11 0PY

01258 452065

The Langton Arms

Tarrant Monkton,

Blanford Forum DT11 8RX

01258 830225

Longthorns Farm

Longthorns,

Wareham BH20 6HH

01929 401539

The Lord Bute Hotel

179-185 Lymington Road,

Highcliffe On Sea,

Christchurch BH23 4JS

01425 278884

Lower Stockbridge Farm

Sherborne DT9 6EP

01963 210776

Lulworth Castle and Courtyard

East Lulworth,

Wareham BH20 5QS

01929 400352

Lytchett Minster School

Post Green Road,

Lychett Minster BH16 6JD

01202 622413

The Manor Hotel, Christchurch

15-17 Salisbury Road,

Burton, Christchurch BH23 7JG

01202 477189

The Manor House, West Bexington

Beach Road,

West Bexington DT2 9DF

01308 897660

Mapperton House Gardens

Beaminster DT8 3NR

01308 862645

Marine Parade Shelters

(Licence pending)

Lyme Regis Town Council,

Church Street,

Lyme Regis DT7 3BS

01297 445175

Milton Abbey School

Blandford Forum DT11 0BZ

01258 880484

Minterne House

Minterne Magna,

Nr. Dorchester DT2 7AU

01300 341370

Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre

Longthorns,

Wareham BH20 6HH

01929 401018

Moonfleet Manor Hotel

Fleet Road,

Weymouth DT3 4ED

01305 786948

Moors Valley Country Park

Horton Road, Ashley Heath,

Nr. Ringwood BH24 2ET

01425 470721

Mortons House Hotel

East Street,

Corfe Castle BH20 5EE

01929 480988

Nothe Fort

Barrack Road,

Weymouth DT4 8UF

01305 766626

The Old Manor House, Puddletown

Puddletown,

Dorchester DT2 8TQ

01935 815185

Oxbridge Farm

Camesworth Lane,

Bridport DT6 3UA

01308 488368


www.dorsetforyou.com/ceremonies

We so enjoyed our day and wish to thank you for making us feel so relaxed and comfortable.‘‘ ’’

Parley Manor

Parley Green Lane, Parley,

Christchurch BH23 6BB

01202 580545

Pennsylvania Castle

Pennsylvania Road,

Portland DT5 1HZ

01305 820659

Pig on the Beach

Manor House, Manor Road,

Studland BH19 3AU

01929 450288

Plush Manor

Plush,

Nr Dorchester DT2 7RJ

01300 348442

Portland Castle

Castletown,

Portland DT5 1AZ

01305 820539

Purbeck House Hotel

91 High Street,

Swanage BH19 2LZ

01929 422872

Purbeck Valley Farmhouse

Valley Road,

Corfe Castle BH20 5HU

01929 481672

The Riviera Hotel

Bowleaze Coveway,

Weymouth DT3 6PR

01305 836600

The Royal Chase Hotel

Salisbury Road,

Shaftesbury SP7 8DB

01747 853355

The Royal Oak (Licence pending)

417 High Street,

Swanage BH19 2NR

01929 422498

St Giles House

Wimborne St Giles,

Wimborne BH21 5NA

01725 517214

St Leonards Hotel

185 Ringwood Road,

St Leonards,

Ringwood BH24 2NP

01425 471220

The Sandpiper

97 Bure Lane, Mudeford,

Christchurch BH23 4DN

01425 275163

The Seaside Boarding House

Cliff Road, Burton Bradstock,

Bridport DT6 4RB

01308 897205

Shaftesbury Town Hall

Shaftesbury Town Council,

Shaftesbury SP7 8JE

01747 852420

Sherborne Castle

New Road,

Sherborne DT9 5NR

01935 813182

Shillingstone House

Shillingstone,

Blandford DT11 0QR

01258 860259

The Silent Woman Inn

Coldharbour,

Wareham BH20 7PA

01929 552909

Smedmore House

Kimmeridge,

Nr Wareham BH20 5PG

020 7792 4565

Springfield Country Hotel

Grange Rd,

Wareham BH20 5AL

01929 552177

The Springhead Pub

Sutton Road, Sutton Poyntz,

Weymouth DT3 6LW

01305 832117

The Springhead Trust

Mill Street, Fontmell Magna,

Shaftesbury SP7 0NU

01747 811853

Summer Lodge Hotel

9 Fore Street,

Evershot DT2 0JR

01935 482000

Sunninghill Preparatory School

South Court,

South Walks Road,

Dorchester DT1 1EB

01305 262306

Swallows Rest

Martleaves Farm,

South Road, Wyke Regis,

Weymouth DT4 9NR

01305 785244

The Tithe Barn

Symondsbury Estate,

Manor Yard, Mill Lane,

Symondsbury DT6 6EX

01308 424116

Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum

Tolpuddle, Dorchester DT2 7EH

01305 848237

True Lovers Knot

Tarrant Keyneston,

Blandford Forum DT11 9JG

01258 452209

Upwey House

75 Church Street, Upwey,

Weymouth DT3 5QE

07711 142459

The Victorian Barn

Dairy House Farm, Woolland,

Blandford Forum DT11 0EY

01258 817501

The Walled Gardens, Moreton

Moreton, Dorchester DT2 8RG

01929 462243 / 405685

Wareham Town Council

Town Hall, East Street,

Wareham BH20 4NS

01929 553006

Warmwell House

Warmwell,

Nr. Dorchester DT2 8HQ

01305 854545


Approved Venues in the County of Dorset

We were so happy with the service and the Registrars made us feel very comfortable and at ease.‘‘ ’’

Wellworthy Sports & Social Club

Dumbarton Road,

Wyke Regis,

Weymouth DT4 9BY

01305 779316

The Wessex Royale Hotel

32 High West Street,

Dorchester DT1 1UP

01305 262660

West Axnoller Farm

Beaminster DT8 3SH

01308 861744

Weymouth & Portland

National Sailing Academy

Osprey Quay, Portland DT5 1SA

01305 866000

Weymouth Pavillion

The Esplanade,

Weymouth DT4 8ED

01305 783225

Wimborne Minster Town Council

The Town Hall, 37 West Borough,

Wimborne Minster BH21 1LT

01202 881655

Wolfeton Riding House

Wolfeton, Charminster,

Dorchester DT2 9QN

07762 253027



The approved venues all hold a current

civil ceremony licence, and this list is

correct at the time of print. As licences

need to be renewed every three years,

it is advisable to check with your chosen

venue to ensure they will still have a

licence on the day of your ceremony.

Map is not to scale and is for illustration purposes only; not all roads are shown.

Registration Service ceremony roomsA Bridport B Christchurch C Ferndown D Gillingham E Sherborne F Swanage G Weymouth

Please see pages 16-17 for full information on Dorset’s ceremony rooms

This is just a small thank you for making our wedding preparations and day so relaxed and special.‘‘ ’’

Dorset History Centre, Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 1RP

The Register Office is an office that is required to be provided by law and

it is suitable for a small, simple affair. The room is available Monday to

Friday and Saturday morning.

Name of Room: Dorset Register Office

No of guests: 8

Car Parking: Nearby pay and display

Toilets: Yes

Wheelchair Access: Yes

Outside Grounds: No

Dorset Register Office

Dorset Registration Service ceremony roomsBridportMountfield, Rax Lane, Bridport DT6 3JP

An attractive Georgian style building that is set close to the centre of

Bridport. Built in 1794 it retains many of its original features. It is set in

a delightfully landscaped community garden and is one of our most

popular ceremony rooms. The room is available Friday and Saturday.

Name of Ceremony Room: Mountfield

No of guests: 33 seated (plus 9 standing)

Car Parking: Nearby pay and display

Toilets: Yes


Outside Grounds: Please note; occasionally events may take place in the adjacent community garden

ChristchurchThe Civic Offices Council Chamber,Bridge Street, Christchurch BH23 1AX

The room is available the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month.

Name of Ceremony Room: The Council Chamber

No of guests: 100

Car Parking: Adjacent pay and display

Toilets: Yes


Outside Grounds: No

FerndownThe King George V Pavilion, Peter Grant Way, Ferndown BH22 9EN

The ceremony room in blue and gold tones is set in a sports pavilion

surrounded by playing fields. The room is available Tuesday through

to Saturday mornings.

Name of Ceremony Room: King George V Pavilion

No of guests: 45

Car Parking: Limited

Toilets: Yes


Outside Grounds: Set in sports recreational grounds


SherborneSherborne Town Council, Manor House, Newland, Sherborne DT9 3JL

Set in the heart of the historic town of Sherborne, the Council Chamber

occupies part of the 15th century manor house. The room is available

Wednesday to Saturday (other days are possible by arrangement).


No of guests: 40

Car Parking: Limited, public parking close by

Toilets: Yes


Outside Grounds: No, but Paddock Gardens opposite

GillinghamGillingham Town Hall, School Road, Gillingham SP8 4QR

Gillingham Town Hall is conveniently situated close to the town centre.

The room is available Thursday to Saturday.

Name of Ceremony Room: The Town Hall

No of guests: 66

Car Parking: Limited parking available in the afternoon

Toilets: Yes


Outside Grounds: No


SwanageSwanage Town Council, The Town Hall, High Street, Swanage BH19 2NZ

Swanage Town Hall is an historic building set in the heart of the charming

seaside town of Swanage. The room is available for ceremonies on

Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday


No of guests: 56 (some standing)

Car Parking: Public parking close by

Toilets: Yes

Wheelchair Access: No - please note, the ceremony room

is situated on the first floor

Outside Grounds: No

WeymouthThe Greenhill Room, 45 Dorchester Road, Weymouth DT4 7JT

An enchanting, light and airy ceremony room set in a Victorian building

away from the town centre. The room retains many original features but

also reflects a contemporary feel as it sparkles in tones of silver and grey.

The room is available Monday to Saturday.

Name of Ceremony Room: The Greenhill Room

No of guests: 39

Car Parking: Limited parking available

Friday and weekends

Toilets: Yes


Outside Grounds: No


OutdoorCeremonies

Do you long to get married in a wood or garden beside

a lake or near the sea?

According to the law in England and Wales, a marriage

must be held within a permanent, immovable structure

consisting of at least a room. Outdoor ceremonies in

the true sense of the word are therefore not permitted.

However ‘garden structures’ are allowed providing they

are licensed and this gives couples the closest legal

option to holding their ceremony outdoors.

If you would like to hold your ceremony in a beautiful

garden, a romantic rural setting or in a gazebo with

spectacular sea views, in Dorset the choice is yours.

We have a wide choice of venues that offer licensed

‘garden structures’ such as gazebos, summerhouses

and pavilions which are set in idyllic, unique locations.

Photos on this page: One Thousand Words Photography

Many thanks for everything, you puteveryone at ease - which is no easy task.

Thanks for a really professional job‘‘ ’’


Venues that currently have licensed garden structures include:

v Abbey House

v Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

v Alexandra Hotel and Restaurant

v Ashton Farm

v Athelhampton House

v Bennetts Water Gardens

v The Brace of Pheasants (licence pending)

v BridgeHouse Hotel

v California Barn

v Came House (licence pending)

v The Coppleridge Inn

v Crepe Farmhouse

v Grand Hotel Swanage

v Holme Nurseries

v Honeybrook Farm and Country Park

v The Kings Arms, Christchurch

v Kingston Country Courtyard

v Kingston Maurward House

v Knighton House

v The Langton Arms

v Longthorns Farm

v The Lord Bute Hotel

v Lower Stockbridge Farm

v Lulworth Castle and Courtyard

v Lytchett Minster School

v The Manor House, West Bexington

v Mapperton House Gardens

v Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre

v Moors Valley Country Park

v Oxbridge Farm

v Parley Manor

v Pennsylvania Castle

v Pig on the Beach

v Plush Manor

v Purbeck Valley Farmhouse

v The Royal Oak (licence pending)

v St Giles House

v The Sandpiper

v Shillingstone House

v The Silent Woman Inn

v Smedmore House

v Springfield Country Hotel

v Springhead Trust

v Sunninghill Preparatory School

v Swallows Rest

v The Tithe Barn

v Upwey House

v The Walled Gardens, Moreton

v West Axnoller Farm

v Wolfeton Riding House

Alternatively visit each venue on our website dorsetforyou.com/ceremonyvenues

and look for venue facilities that have ‘outdoor ceremony rooms’.



The Coppleridge InnThe Coppleridge Inn is a stunning country retreat, set in 15 acres of meadows and woodland, overlooking

unbroken views of the Blackmore Vale; and is a wonderful location for your Wedding Ceremony and reception.

Our magnificent 18th century barn has been carefully restored, retaining the beautiful oak beams,

to provide a function room full of atmosphere and character.

We now have a brand new Woodland Wedding Venue fully licensed for Civil Ceremonies.

Tel: 01747 851980 Fax: 01747 851858Motcombe, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 9HW www.coppleridge.com




You will need to:

v Book your venue and our Registrars

v Give notice of your intention to marry

v Plan your ceremony

v Pay for your ceremony

What do we need to do?


Book your venue and our RegistrarsIn most cases you will need to separately book both the venue and our Registrars; some venues

will be able to book the Registrars on your behalf, please check with the venue when booking.

Once your wedding is booked with us (either directly or via your venue), we will send you a

ceremony pack which will guide you through preparing for your ceremony.

Give notice of your intention to marryThis is a legal requirement that you both have to complete in person, with a Registrar in the

registration district in which you live, before your marriage can take place. Please see pages

26 and 27 for more information.

Planning your ceremonyYour ceremony can be as simple or sophisticated as you wish; what is important to us, is finding

out what matters to you. We will invite you to book a ceremony consultation meeting with us and

an experienced Registrar will guide you through the creation of your own personalised ceremony.

Alternatively, if it is more convenient for you we can hold this consultation meeting via phone, post

or email depending on your preferred choice.

Paying for your ceremonyThe cost of your ceremony will depend on your chosen venue. Most licensed venues will set their

own charges and this is a matter between you and the venue. In addition you will need to pay for:

v Notices of your intention to marry, payable to your local or designated registration office.

v Your ceremony fee and marriage certificates payable to Dorset County Council (your ceremony

pack will include information advising you about payment details).

For further information about Dorset County Council ceremony fees please see our website:

www.dorsetforyou.com/marriage-and-civil-partnerships/registration-fees


We would like to thank you both most sincerely for making our wedding a most

memorable day. It was the start of a perfect day - a beautiful start to our life together.‘‘ ’’One Thousand Words Photography

Starlight Photography


Each person who wishes to marry in England

or Wales must attend in person to give notice

of their intention to marry.

If you live in the county of Dorset (excluding

Bournemouth and Poole) and you are either a

British or EEA national you may choose to give

your notice at any Dorset Registration Office.

You can book your appointment by telephoning

01305 225153. However, if your ceremony is

taking place in Dorset but you reside outside the

county, you will be required to give your notices

in the registration district in which you live.

If either or both of you are non-EEA nationals

and subject to immigration control you must

attend together to give notice at a designated

register office in England or Wales. Please

telephone 01305 225153 for advice. The Home

Office immigration service can also offer advice

or there is useful information on their website at:

www.gov.uk/marriages-civil-partnerships/

foreign-national.

Notice can be given up to 12 months prior to

your wedding, so although you may book your

ceremony more than a year ahead, you will be

advised when and where to give notice. Usually

this must be a minimum of 28 clear days before

the ceremony, however the notice period may be

extended to 70 days in certain circumstances,

if either or both of you are subject to Home Office

immigration control.

At your appointment with the Registrar you will

have to provide a number of original documents

(see opposite) and we would therefore advise

that you make arrangements to give your notice

several months before your ceremony to ensure

you have the correct documents for your notice

appointment to proceed. You must have lived in

the area for a minimum of seven clear days before

giving notice.

Giving Notice of Marriage

Legal preliminaries to Marriage

Photos above: One Thousand Words Photography


Everybody giving notice must provide indisputable

evidence of their name, date of birth and nationality.

You must also provide evidence of the address that

you are residing at. If you are a non-EEA national

you will also have to provide evidence of settled

status. If this is not provided then you and your

partner will automatically be referred to Home Office

immigration and the notice waiting period may be

extended up to 70 clear days.

Proof of identity:If you are a British citizen you will be required

to produce one of the following:v Valid passport. v A British birth certificate plus additional evidence

showing the current use of the name and surname

i.e. valid driving licence, bank or building society

statement dated no more than one month before the

date notice is given, utility bill (gas, water or electricity)

dated no more than three months before the date

notice is given, council tax bill or mortgage statement

dated no more than one year before the date notice

is given, or a current tenancy agreement. If you were

born after 1st January 1983 you will also have to

provide evidence of your parents’ nationality at the

time of your birth.v Certificate of registration or naturalisation as a

British citizen granted by the Secretary of State

with additional evidence showing the current use

of the name and surname as detailed above.

If you are an EEA national you will be required

to produce one of the following:v Valid passport.v Valid national identity card issued by an EEA state

or Switzerland.

If you are a non-EEA national you will be required

to produce one of the following:v Valid Passport.v Valid Biometric Immigration document.v Valid travel document issued by the Home Office. v Evidence of immigration status in the form of Indefinite

Leave to Remain (ILR), Indefinite Leave to Enter (ILE)

or a current EEA family member resident permit with

ILR or ILE.v Passport sized photos of you and your partner.

Proof of address:You must produce one of the following:

v Utility bill (gas, water or electricity) dated no more

than three months before the date notice is given.v Bank or building society statement dated no more

than one month before the date notice is given.v Council tax bill or mortgage statement dated no

more than one year before the date notice is given.v Current residential tenancy agreement.v Valid UK driving licence showing current name and

address given at notice.v Letter signed by the owner or proprietor confirming

that you have resided at the address for at least seven

days immediately prior to giving notice. They must

also confirm that they are the owner or proprietor of

the property and include their own name and address.

Marital status:You will also be asked to confirm your marital status.

If you have been married or have entered into a civil

partnership before, we must see evidence that this

relationship is legally over. This is usually in the form

of a death certificate of your late spouse or partner,

a decree absolute issued by the divorce court, or a

civil partnership final order. If this document is in a

foreign language we will need a certified translation

into English as well as the original document. In some

circumstances the document may need to be referred

to the General Register Office.

Change of name:If you have changed your name you will need to

produce evidence of the change such as a Deed

Poll or Change of Name Deed.

Up to date information can be found at

www.gov.uk/marriages-civil-partnerships/overview

regarding required documents.

Please note all documents must be originals, not

photocopies. If you do not produce the required

documents at your appointment it may result in

the Registrar being unable to take your notice.

Should you require any advice regarding documents

please call 01305 225153.

Documents you need to provide

Notices will be displayed publicly in the Register Office for the statutory 28 clear days, then on the 29th day the

authorities may be issued. If the notice period has been extended to 70 days they will be issued on the 71st day.

An authority will be issued for each party to a marriage and sent to the Registrar conducting your ceremony.

After giving notice of marriage

What happens on the day?Your Registrar will telephone you approximately one week before your wedding day

to finalise your ceremony. If you want to make any last minute changes that’s fine,

you can discuss these with your Registrar during this phone call.

Cornwell PhotographyOne Thousand Words Photography


We just wanted to say a massive thank you for conducting our ceremony. You made the ceremony

very personal and the time you spent the weekend before on the phone made a massive difference.‘‘ ’’


What time do we arrive?You will plan your arrival time with your venue, but please make sure that you plan for likely traffic

delays, parking arrangements and pre-ceremony photos. It is helpful to provide your guests with

clear instructions and times especially if they are travelling from afar.

Two Registrars will attend your ceremony; one to conduct the ceremony and the other to legally

register your marriage. They will arrive 30 minutes before the ceremony and will check on the

ceremony room, liaise with the venue staff and generally ensure everything is ready for the

ceremony to commence on time.

Before the ceremony startsBefore your ceremony begins the Registrar will need to see you both seperately to confirm

the legal details which will be entered into the marriage register; you do not need to bring any

personal identification documents with you to the ceremony.

Your ceremonyYour Registrar will guide you through the ceremony and it is important to remember that the

words you need to say during the ceremony will be said by the Registrar in clear, short phrases

for you to repeat, so there is no need to be concerened about remembering the words! It is

natural to be a little nervous but there is no need to worry, our Registrars are very experienced

and will make sure that your ceremony is perfect for you.

Cornwell Photography Starlight Photography

Martin Lewis PhotographerOne Thousand Words Photography



If you wish to change the name on your passport for use immediately after your wedding or civil

partnership, the Passport Office will either issue a new standard UK passport which will be valid from

the date of the ceremony, or will amend your existing passport to show your future name. Neither of

these will be issued more than three months prior to the ceremony.

Application forms can be obtained from the Post Office or online at www.gov.uk/changing-passport-

information/name-marriage-and-civil-partnership. Once your notices have been given, the forms can

be filled in by the applicant and the Minister

of Religion or Registrar who is to conduct the

ceremony.

The forms should then be sent

to the Passport Office together

with the application for a passport

or amendment to a passport.

If you are going abroad on

honeymoon, remember to book

air tickets etc. in the name you will

have in your passport at the time of

travelling.

Changes to your passport

If the parents of a child born in England or

Wales have entered into a marriage with

each other since the birth, it is a legal

requirement to re-register the child's birth.

If the child was born elsewhere, the parents

should contact the consul for that country

to see if re-registration is required.

A new birth record will be created showing

the child as a child of the parent's marriage,

replacing the original registration and all

future copy birth certificates will be issued

from this new record.

If you have any children between you, please

ask the Registrar for further information.

Re-registration of your children



Q: Can anyone legally marry me?

A: No, religious marriages and civil marriages (in

the presence of a Superintendent Registrar) are the

only legal option in England and Wales. However,

there are many private celebrants who claim to

be able to ‘marry’ couples but in reality they do

not have this authority and couples using a private

celebrant will also need to undertake a civil or

religious ceremony to be legally married.

Q: I want to get married at midnight,

can I do this?

A: Yes this is possible as there are no restrictions

regarding the time that marriages may take place.

Q: I want to get married under an apple

tree in the orchard, can I do this?

A: It is only possible to be legally married in

a ‘room’ at a venue that is licensed to hold

marriages. However, many venues in Dorset

have ‘garden rooms’ such as gazebos and

summerhouses set in beautiful grounds.

These venues provide an ideal opportunity

for couples wanting to hold a legal marriage

ceremony whilst being nearly ’outdoors’.

Take a look at our ‘outdoor ceremonies’ feature

on pages 18 and 19.

Q: I have been told that ceremonies

conducted by Registrars are standard

and cannot be changed, is this right?

A: No absolutely not! We are very keen to

ensure you have your perfect ceremony. At the

ceremony consultation we will advise on the legal

requirements and then help you create your own

personalised ceremony.

Q: I have heard that animals are

not allowed at wedding ceremonies,

is this true?

A: Again this is not true. We have conducted

many ceremonies where dogs have been included,

however, you would need the consent of your

venue and to inform us in advance if you would

like your pet to be part of your ceremony.

Busting Marriage

Myths&Rumours

You swept away the nervesand made our day extraspecial. We had a blast!‘‘

’’



Countdown to your weddingOnce you have decided to get married, there will probably be many plans to make.

This planner may be useful to help you with this. Keep it handy as a checklist until the big day.

Congratulations, you are engaged

� Work out a rough budget

� Create a Pinterest board or start a binder

of things you might like

� Make a provisional guest list to estimate

numbers for both the ceremony and reception

- this will help you choose the right size and

style of venues according to numbers and

budget

� Decide on the type of ceremony i.e. civil or

religious ceremony

12 - 18 months ahead

� Provisonally book the date and time of your

ceremony with your chosen venue

� Contact the Registration Service to book your

preferred date and time. Once this is done

confirm the date and time back to your venue

� Arrange wedding insurance

� Send save the date cards

� Choose your bridesmaids, best man and

ushers

� Book the caterers and entertainment

� Book the photographer and arrange any

meetings required

� Book the florist

� Book the cars for the ceremony and going

away

� Plan and book your honeymoon

� Start shopping for your wedding dress,

bridesmaids dresses etc.

12 - 6 months before the wedding

� Arrange to give notice of marriage at your

local register office - see pages 26 and 27

� Speak to your hairdresser / beauty salon

� Compile a gift list

� Plan your guest list and order invitations,

menu cards and other wedding stationery

� Send your invitations; check the address details

for your ceremony venue carefully - an incorrect

postcode could send all the guests using sat nav

to the wrong place. Ideally send a map with

your invitations

Top photos: Cornwell Photography

Bottom photos: One Thousand Words Photography


6 - 3 months before the wedding

� Buy wedding rings

� Choose a style of cake and order

� Discuss your flower requirements with your

florist

� Start choosing music and readings and book

an appointment with your Registrar to plan

your ceremony

� Check your passports are in date and any

other requirements for your chosen destination

see page 30 for changing your name on your

passport prior to your ceremony

� Reserve hire wear for groom and bridal party

� Pay fees for the Registrars

� Reserve wedding night accommodation

� Buy gifts for the ushers, bridesmaids and

mothers

� Buy your going away outfit, lingerie and shoes

� Schedule hair and make-up trials

� Plan any hen and stag parties

� Arrange table decorations and décor for the

venue / reception

1 month to go

� Finalise guest list and confirm numbers with

venue / caterer

� Arrange the seating plan for the reception

� Make some reserved cards for the bridal party

to sit at the front for the ceremony

� Have final fittings of wedding outfits

� Have trial run with hair and makeup artists

� Confirm arrangements with all suppliers

� Order foreign currency if travelling abroad

� Wear in your wedding shoes at home

� Double check travel timings to and from your

ceremony / reception venues and allow for

heavy traffic on the day

Arrangements for the day

So that you can relax and enjoy your wedding,

ask friends and family to see that the following

arrangements are made for you on the day;

� The cases for your honeymoon are sent on to

your overnight hotel

� The wedding dress and groom’s suit are

packed away and any hired items are returned

as soon as possible

� The wedding presents area carefully packed

up and taken home with labels attached

On the day

� Make sure you eat breakfast

� You have completed all the arrangements, now

is the time to leave the best man, bridesmaids,

ushers and Registrars to do their jobs

� And most important of all ……relax and enjoy

your day!!

Top photos: Cornwell Photography

Bottom photos: Martin Lewis Photographer




DreamWeddingThe perfect

location for

the perfect day

The Grand Hotel, Burlington Road, Swanage, Dorset BH19 1LUTel: 01929 423353 | Email: [email protected]

www.grandhotelswanage.co.uk

Whether you are looking for an exclusive takeoverof the hotel or an intimate ceremony for two, ourWedding packages can be tailor-made to suit yourrequirements.

Marvel at the views from the Lounge Bar orConservatory, both licensed for civil ceremonies -along with our Bay View Gazebo which is nowlicensed to hold outdoor ceremonies.

Our private gardens and beach provide a stunningbackdrop for your Wedding photographs.

The Grand Hotel, Swanage is a classic Victorian seaside hotel nestlingin the heart of the beautiful Isle of Purbeck.

A hidden secret in the heart of Dorset

An enchanting wedding location with sweeping viewsand an idyllic private church, Plush Manor is a special

place to celebrate.

Available to rent exclusively for groups from 20 to120 guests, with two locations for civil ceremonies,

a picturesque church for dinner, bands and dancing,and accommodation for 14.

Tailor make the perfect wedding at Plush Manor

Visit www.plushmanor.com and contact us [email protected] or at 07966 274398

Plush Manor, Plush, Nr. Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7RJ


MORTONS HOUSE HOTEL

EAST STREET, CORFE CASTLE,DORSET BH20 5EETEL: 01929 480988FAX: 01929 480820

www.mortonshouse.co.uk

~ Civil Wedding Licence~ Bespoke Celebrations~ Discounts for 'out of

season' weddings~ Dedicated Wedding

Coordinator

16th century ElizabethanManor House located inpretty Corfe Castle, wherefine food and friendly serviceare always on the menu!

Please contact us for ourwedding pack or to arrange

a viewing.

[email protected]


WeddingsAT HONEYBROOK

Honeybrook Farm & Country Park

Wimborne l Dorset l BH21 4JD l

Bookings being taken for 2017 & 18

lIdyllic rural location

lStunning views over the River Allen

lIndoor & outdoor ceremony sites

lVictorian Farmhouse and formal gardens

lRestored barn with exposed beams &licensed bar

lFlexible, friendly & relaxed environment

For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact

[email protected] Tel: 01202 881120

�Darima Frampton

Photography

�Roderick Alan Photography

Weddings at The Springfield Country HotelThe Springfield Country Hotel combines a warm country house

atmosphere with the facilities of a modern hotel to create a

unique and elegant setting for your special day.

An outstanding wedding venue with beautiful gardens and private

dining rooms that can suit either smaller weddings of up to 100

guests or larger weddings with up to 250 guests. With landscaped

terraces, overlooking an ornamental lake and water mill...

the perfect backdrop for those memorable wedding photographs.

Springfield Country Hotel, Grange Road, Wareham, Dorset BH20 5AL

www.thespringfield.co.uk [email protected]

Our highly experienced wedding co-ordinators will take the stress out

of planning your wedding to create a fun, relaxed and memorable

celebration for you to enjoy.

Call us for more information on 01929 552177


Abbey HouseAbbey House is set within an acre and a half of beautiful gardenswith undisturbed views of St Catherine’s Chapel and the Tithe Barn

situated in the rural village of Abbotsbury, Dorset.

We offer ceremonies and receptions with a unique packagedesigned exclusively for you.

Abbey House, Church Street, Abbotsbury, Dorset DT3 4JJ01305 871330

[email protected]

Celebrate the most magical dayof your life at The Eastbury

The Eastbury is a truly magical setting for a wedding day.With a backdrop of the beautiful walled garden, an exquisitemenu created by multi-award winning chefs, a passionate team ofwedding planners and gorgeous bedrooms for you and your gueststo enjoy after the reception... you have the perfect romantic Dorsetwedding venue.

Call us on 01935 813131 to discuss your perfect day.

The Eastbury Hotel, Long Street, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3BYwww.theeastburyhotel.co.uk | [email protected]


Royal Chase HotelBEST WESTERN

The perfect venue foryour dream wedding

v Civil ceremony licencev Picturesque groundsv Catering for up to 100 guestsv Free parkingv 33 bedroomsv Fully inclusive packages

Call 01747 853355 for details.

BEST WESTERN The Royal Chase Hotel, Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 8DB

Tel: 01747 853355 email: [email protected]

Visit Us Online at: www.theroyalchasehotel.co.uk

OXBRIDGE FARMA unique and picturesque Dorset weddingvenue available to host the most elaborate orrelaxed wedding ceremony and reception.

A beautiful lakeside setting perfect for a marquee,we also have a garden and ha-ha with spectacularviews of the surrounding valley.

With accommodation for up to 10 and fullin-house catering, this picturesque settingis the perfect backdrop for your wedding day.

Tel: 01308 488368www.oxbridgefarm.comOxbridge Farm, Bridport DT6 3UA

For something a little different, enjoy a magical ceremony

on the theatre stage. With an abundance of possible themes

and lighting effects, just let your imagination run wild!

Enjoy a fabulous reception or evening party in the Ocean

Room (also licensed for ceremonies) with its stunning sea

views, colour-themed lighting, large bar and stage plus

catering options to suit a variety of tastes and budgets.
















With views over the stunning Jurassic Coast, theWeymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

is the perfect venue for wedding ceremoniesand receptions.

With a choice of function rooms and a varietyof catering options, let our experienced team

help create your perfect day.

For further information contact us on 01305 866000or at [email protected]

www.wpnsa.org.uk

MinterneA wonderful venue for your marriage

ceremony and wedding breakfast.

• More intimate receptions cateredfor in the house.

• Lawn available for marquees.

• Unique gardens for your photographs.

• Exquisitely decorated accommodation.

• Licensed for CivilMarriage Ceremonies.

Situated on the A352 within easydriving distance of Sherborne,Dorchester and Yeovil.

t: 01300 341370 www.minterne.co.uk

Gorwell Barn...can be found in its uniquelocation, our pretty secret valley close to AbbotsburyWe offer this 17th Century stone barn with its facilities for you to plan and createyour wedding as you wish. Self catering cottages close to the barn offer 4 staraccommodation to your guests. Charming outside terrace areas are also availablefor a marquee or a pagoda.

Contact Mary Pengelly 01305 871401 or 07971 [email protected] for more information

www.gorwellbarn.co.uk

Wareham….

Licensed for Civil Weddings, Civil Partnerships and Naming Ceremonies

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.wareham-tc.gov.uk

The Town Hall is located in theheart of Wareham’s ancientSaxon walled town and is

available for your ceremony.

The historic Council Chamberwith its magnificent fireplace

and Royal Crest canaccommodate up to 60 guests.

Limited disabled access isalso available.


Index of advertisersAPPROVED VENUESAbbey House, Abbotsbury p39

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Abbotsbury p35

Athelhampton House, Dorchester p41

Bridge House Hotel, Beaminster p23

The Coppleridge Inn, Motcombe p20

Crepe Farmhouse, Symondsbury p37

Dudsbury Golf Club, Ferndown p35

The Eastbury Hotel, Sherborne p39

Fernhill Hotel, Charmouth p35

Forde Abbey and Gardens, Nr Chard p35

The George Albert Hotel, Evershot p22

Gorwell Farm, Nr Abbotsbury p41

Grand Hotel, Swanage p36

Hethfelton House, Wareham p23

Honeybrook Farm & Country Park, Wimborne p38

Kingston Country Courtyard, Wareham p22

Longthorns Farm, Wareham p40

Lulworth Castle, Wareham p39

Mapperton House Gardens, Beaminster p38

Minterne House, Minterne Magna p41

Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre, Wareham p36

Mortons House Hotel, Corfe Castle p37

Nothe Fort, Weymouth p36

Oxbridge Farm, Bridport p40

Pennsylvania Castle, Portland p21

Plush Manor, Dorchester p36

Royal Chase Hotel, Shaftesbury p40

St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles p20

Sherborne Castle, Sherborne p37

The Silent Woman Inn, Wareham p37

Smedmore House, Kimmeridge p22

Springfield Country Hotel, Wareham p38

Swallows Rest, Wyke Regis p43

The Tithe Barn, Symondsbury p37

Wareham Town Council, Wareham p41

Warmwell House, Nr Dorchester p40

The Wessex Royale Hotel, Dorchester p34

Wimborne Minster Town Council, Wimborne p40

Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy p41

Weymouth Pavilion p40

BRIDAL WEARBridal and Ball p43

MARQUEE WEDDINGSCoastal Tents p43

MUSICMarigold Verity, Harpist p41

PHOTOGRAPHYCornwell Photography p40

Martin Lewis Photographer p38

One Thousand Words Photography p41

Starlight Photography p39

FLOWERSJules Florist p43



BridalandBall

9 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth DT4 0AD

Telephone: 01305 773940

email: [email protected]

www.bridalandball.co.uk

Beautiful wedding and

bridesmaids dresses

Swallows Rest is set in 34 acres of landof special scientific interest on the

world famous Jurassic Coast in Dorset

l Licensed for Civil Marriage Ceremonies in the Summerhouse and Farmhouse

l Luxury 4* Farmhouse accommodationfor up to 25 guests

l Beautiful backdrop of Chesil Beach andthe Fleet Lagoon

l Monet style bridge and natural wildlifelake in extensive gardens

l Pet pigs George & Mildred, alpacas,pheasants, ducks, sheep, shetlands, horses

See our amazing aerial video at: www.swallowsrestbedandbreakfast.co.uk

[email protected] Tel: 01305 785244

Martleaves Farm, South Road, Wyke Regis DT4 9NR

Please mention Dorset Weddingswhen making an enquiry with any of

the advertisers in this brochure

Dorset Registration Service,

Dorset History Centre, Bridport Road, Dorchester,

Dorset DT1 1RP.

Tel: 01305 225153



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