Shillingstone House - Blandford Forum
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Shillingstone House
Shillingstone
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 0QR
01258 860259
Caroline Salt
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Shillingstone House description
Wedding Venue / Party Venue
Large (1-300)
The House which dates back to 1879 has been lived in since the war by the Salt family. Designed by a Scottish Architect it provides a wonderful backdrop for photographs and the house and gardens are spectacular when floodlit at night.
Ceremonies take place in the gazebo on the lower lawn, Here you can seat several hundred on the lawn and the gazebo can be incorporated in a marquee if you wish. The gazebo is planted with roses,lavender and clematis, and is set in beautiful gardens with uninterrupted views of the countryside beyond.
Space for "Glamping" is available in the outer walled garden where you can bring in up to 20 Bell tents or guests can erect their own.
If you are looking for that perfect country house wedding, Civil Ceremony or special event then Shillingstone House promises a venue to remember forever. We offer an exciting blank canvas for your plans and we on hand to offer any advice needed.
The local area is rich in businesses; caterers, photographers, florists etc, ready to make your day even more special. You can find contact information for local businesses in the links section, however, you are not restricted to only using these vendors. Why not call us to make an appointment and see the venue yourself? We are conveniently situated in rural Dorset between Blandford Forum and Sturminster Newton.
Venue suitability
This venue is suitable for the following uses:
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Venue facilities
150 spaces
Within 50 metres
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Other venue facilities
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Gazebo in the garden, licensed for civil weddings. Covered in clematis and roses with views over the rolling Dorset countryside, it provides a romantic place to hold your ceremony.
3m x 3m
Dining room is licensed for weddings and can be used to take vows if wedding has had to take place in the marquee due to bad weather.
Capacity
As meeting room:
10
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