Merley House
country-house · historic
An 18th-century Georgian manor near Wimborne with five state rooms, exclusive-use wedding options and flexible catering. The licensed venue capacity reaches 150; the 2026 Ultimate package is based on 85 day guests and 150 evening guests.
Merley House is an 18th-century Georgian manor on the edge of Wimborne, with five state rooms and a secluded country-house setting. The licensed venue information reaches 150 guests, while individual rooms and packages have their own limits. The current Ultimate package is structured around up to 85 day guests and 150 evening guests, so the practical maximum depends on the format of the day.
The venue offers exclusive-use options and publishes separate formats for ceremony-only, ceremony with an evening celebration, wedding breakfast and evening, and a fuller package. External caterers can be used, although practical requirements, kitchen or crockery use and deposits should be agreed in advance. The Bridal Suite is a preparation space rather than overnight accommodation, so Acre does not list on-site guest bedrooms.
The official site publishes the 2026 Ultimate package at £6,390. Registrar fees and catering are not included, and couples should compare the inclusions of each format rather than treating the headline as an all-inclusive wedding total. Parking is available. If bringing an external caterer, arrange a conversation about kitchen access, setup time and clearing away.
At a glance
How the day works here
The practical details, kept clear so you can quickly decide whether the venue fits your plans.
Ceremony
Civil ceremonies for up to 150 guests.
Reception
Wedding breakfasts for up to 85 guests.
Evening
Evening celebrations for up to 150 guests.
Accommodation
Overnight guest capacity: Venue to confirm.
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Useful things to know
- Exclusive useRecorded as available for weddings.
- ParkingAvailable; the number of spaces is not yet confirmed.
- Dry hireRecorded as available.
Core source last checked on 4 Sep 2026. Details requiring a new check remain unconfirmed.
The people behind your day
Your wedding team
Supplier choices: Venue to confirm. Ask whether you can bring your own photographer, videographer, caterer, florist and entertainment, and whether any approval or extra charges apply.
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