Scaplen’s Court
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A characterful 15th-century setting beside Poole Quay, with historic rooms and a walled garden for ceremonies and relaxed early-evening celebrations. The Upper Hall and garden are each published for up to 80 guests.
Scaplen’s Court is a 15th-century setting beside Poole Quay, with historic rooms and a sheltered walled garden. The official wedding information lists both the Upper Hall and garden for ceremonies of up to 80 guests. Its character and central location make it a distinctive alternative to a hotel, particularly for couples planning a ceremony and relaxed early-evening celebration.
Standard wedding hire begins from 2:30pm, with ceremonies from 3pm, and an extension may be available to 9pm. Couples should confirm the exact rooms reserved, wet-weather arrangements for the garden, accessibility, furniture, catering and how the venue operates alongside the wider museum site. The registrar is booked separately and is not included in the venue hire.
The official wedding page publishes half-day hire from £2,000. Acre treats that as a starting price rather than a fixed total because later finishing times and bespoke requirements are quoted separately. Dining and evening capacities are left unclaimed where a current first-party figure has not been confirmed. If you are planning a meal after the ceremony, ask for the seated dining limit and the time available for your reception.
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Ceremony
Civil ceremonies for up to 80 guests.
Outdoor ceremonies are listed as available.Reception
Dining capacity has not yet been confirmed.
Evening
Evening capacity has not yet been confirmed.
Accommodation
Overnight guest capacity: Venue to confirm.
Check the accommodation details above and ask the venue about rooms, availability and nearby stays.Facilities and features
Useful things to know
- Exclusive useRecorded as available for weddings.
- AccessibilityAccess is listed; ask the venue to confirm arrangements for your guests.
- Outdoor ceremonyRecorded as available.
Core source last checked on 4 Sep 2026. Details requiring a new check remain unconfirmed.
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