The BBC Gardeners World TV programme visited Minterne in Spring 2014 to produce an lovely piece on the history of the Rhododendrons at Minterne. To view the piece please click here

Gardens open Mid-February - 9th November, 10am-6pm, Admission £5. Dogs on lead. Restricted wheelchair access.
VOTED ONE OF TEN PRETTIEST GARDENS IN ENGLAND by THE TIMES
Owner; The Hon Henry & Sophie Digby

We are delighted to welcome you to Minterne House, home of the Churchill and Digby families since 1620. It is our pleasure to share with you this magnificent house, its history and unique gardens that lie in this tranquil valley setting in the heart of Dorset.

CONFERENCES

The Trafalgar Hall at Minterne House is a spectacular venue for a conference or meeting. Seating up to 160 delegates (theatre style) the Hall is overlooked by a magnificent balcony.
Smaller meetings may enjoy a more intimate atmosphere in the adjacent Garden Room which seats 60 guests comfortably.


Trafalgar Hall Conference
The Trafalgar Hall at Minterne House is a spectacular venue for a conference or meeting. Seating up to 160 delegates (theatre style) the Hall is overlooked by a magnificent balcony.

WEDDINGS

Minterne House & Gardens offer the benefit of a complete wedding day in one place, whether you would like a Civil Ceremony, a sit-down dinner or for larger weddings, there is a site opposite the main house for marquees.

Nestling in the breathtaking setting of the Cerne Valley, Minterne’s tranquil surroundings are a photographer’s paradise. The East Terrace overlooking the lake is a perfect spot for your & your guests to relax with champagne and enjoy the landscape.

Exclusive use of the house & garden on your wedding day means that you & your guests can celebrate in style; Minterne House is approached by its own private drive.

Here at Minterne we are delighted to offer 4 en-suite rooms, all individually decorated with fine fabrics and furnishings to reflect their character and historical context. Each of the rooms has stunning views of the surrounding countryside and parkland. There are a range of hotels within a 15-minute drive for guests who wish to stay nearby. Minterne is available for weddings and receptions all year.

CIVIL CEREMONY & MARQUEE RECEPTION - Saturday 23rd April 2011
"We couldn't have hoped for a better venue to celebrate our wedding than Minterne House; it was the perfect setting for our big day.
We both feel that what really made the day special, wasn't just the spectacular surroundings, but the warm & friendly welcome Maureen and the Digby family extended to us and all our guests. Providing a professional, but relaxed service, the day flowed with ease, and meant that we were free to enjoy every moment.
I only wish that we could do it all again!"
Mr & Mrs Constantine (Vicky & Simon)