Deans Court
country-house · gardens
A historic private estate in central Wimborne with garden ceremonies, a marquee reception and estate accommodation. Dorset Council lists 150 as the venue maximum; the official site describes comfortable evening parties around 160–180.
Deans Court is a historic private estate in Wimborne, combining gardens, a marquee reception setting and nearby estate accommodation. Outdoor ceremonies are central to the offer, with an indoor wet-weather fallback described for up to 80 seated or 120 standing. Dorset Council lists the venue at a maximum of 150, while the official evening information says parties of around 160 to 180 are comfortable and larger events have taken place.
The hire includes exclusive use of the grounds and marquee, with lighting and fire-pit elements described by the venue. Accommodation is available across the Gate House, Plum Cottage and Apple Cottage, sleeping up to 28 in total if all are booked. Couples should confirm which properties are available, whether they are included and how arrival, parking and late-night arrangements work.
The official site does not show a current base hire figure in the material reviewed, so Acre records Venue to confirm. Deans Court also states that 2026 and 2027 weddings are proceeding but it is not taking 2028 bookings at present. Confirm that your preferred year and date are available before arranging a viewing or making plans with suppliers.
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Ceremony
Civil ceremonies for up to 150 guests.
Outdoor ceremonies are listed as available.Reception
Dining capacity has not yet been confirmed.
Evening
Evening celebrations for up to 180 guests.
Accommodation
On-site accommodation for up to 28 guests.
Facilities and features
Useful things to know
- Exclusive useRecorded as available for weddings.
- ParkingAvailable; the number of spaces is not yet confirmed.
- Outdoor ceremonyRecorded as available.
Core source last checked on 4 Sep 2026. Details requiring a new check remain unconfirmed.
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