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Cranborne

Ancient Technology Centre

Dining capacity: Venue to confirm

An experimental archaeology site near Cranborne with reconstructed ancient buildings, legal ceremonies and simple overnight stays in the Viking Longhouse. Dorset Council lists a maximum capacity of 250, but the site is best suited to low-impact celebrations.

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Dorchester

Dorset Museum & Art Gallery

Dining capacity: 100

A central Dorchester museum venue with a Victorian Hall for ceremonies and a ballroom-style reception space. Official hire information lists 120 for ceremonies, 100 seated for a reception and 120 standing.

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Swanage

Durlston Castle

Dining capacity: 90

A restored coastal landmark within Durlston Country Park, with sea views and flexible ceremony rooms. The Belvedere holds 50; the Gallery is licensed for 120 and seats up to 90 for a wedding breakfast.

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Lyme Regis

Marine Theatre

Dining capacity: 124

A historic theatre beside the sea in Lyme Regis, available for whole-venue exclusive hire. Official information lists ceremonies or seated events up to 220, dining up to 124 and standing celebrations up to 394.

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Weymouth

Nothe Fort

Dining capacity: Venue to confirm

A historic coastal fort overlooking Weymouth Harbour, with licensed ceremonies on the North Terrace or in a Victorian casemate. The wedding brochure states up to 70 guests; Dorset Council lists an overall maximum of 75.

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