The Great Hall is the heart of Athelhampton House. Built in 1485, it would have served as the entire accommodation, then greatly added to throughout the centuries as the house became domesticated. With its linenfold paneling heraldic stained glass, large fireplace and historic furnishings, the Great Hall is a fine example of Tudor Architecture.

From the Great Hall you can enter the various rooms that make Athelhampton House, The Great Chamber and Library in the East Wing, through the The Kings Room, past the Wine Cellar and then upstairs to the Library. Then upward into the second floor to the Gallery, showing examples of the work of the artist Marevna who lived at Athelhampton from 1948 – 1957.

The West Wing houses a fine dining room, The Yellow Bedroom & State Bedroom, The Dressing Room and a Bathroom with a copper bath.

WEDDINGS

With our stunning 15th century house and picturesque gardens, Athelhampton House and Gardens can provide the dream venue for your country or manor house wedding, accommodating for wedding ceremonies, receptions and parties on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the year.

A short distance from towns such as Dorchester, Poole, Weymouth and Christchurch, Athelhampton House and Gardens is situated in a location ideal for anyone looking to celebrate their wedding in Dorset.

We provide a service tailor-made to every individual need, no matter how unusual, with the wedding planning taking place in-house, ensuring that the venue hosts a wedding executed to perfection.

The catering is also provided in house, with our chefs creating menus specifically to your tastes and wines recommended to match.

With all of these extras included alongside the venue hire, Athelhampton House and Gardens has the complete package to bring you the perfect dream wedding.

To find out more, read our wedding book, or call us and we would be delighted to show you our venue and discuss your requirements.