Deans Court

(117)
£5,500 - £7,500 for Venue Hire
Up to 160
13 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

Description

Deans Court is set in romantic, semi-wild gardens. The Wedding marquee lies next to an ancient lake, where monks used to fish 1,000 years ago. Today, the venue retains a dreamy, rural atmosphere – but only a stone’s throw from the centre of the pretty Dorset market Town of Wimborne, with its famous Minster. The venue fee is virtually all-inclusive, and covers everything you need to hold a Country Wedding in a marquee, apart from the food and drink. One of our main strengths lies in the fact that we can organise everything for you and we can offer on-site accommodation for the Wedding party (up to 12 people in our Cottages, and further 16 in our Gate House). Deans Court is a private family home, so you can rest assured that the venue is yours exclusively for your day. Every wedding here is unique because it is designed by the Bride & Groom, with the help of our events team.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Georgia
Hi, We'd love to share Deans Court with you and all that we can offer to make your day magical. So, feel free to send us an email, or give us a call, and we can talk though any questions that you may have at this very exciting time. Speak soon ! Georgia

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2011
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Deans Court

Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
160
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
13
Sleeps No. of People
28
Bridal Suite
Standard Room

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance
Sound system available
Wedding license
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Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted
Water view
Landscaped gardens
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Wedding Catering

External catering permitted
In-House Wine List
Alcohol license
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Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for Deans Court

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£5,500 - £7,500
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What's Included?
Furniture included
Exclusive use
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Choice of preferred caterers
The Venue Hire Includes: Corkage | For Arrival, Table & Toasting Drinks. Marquee | Including bar, stage, dance floor & festoon lights. Loos | Shepherd’s Hut style w/c trailer & step-free access loo with baby changing unit. Grounds | Main gardens. House Interior | For ‘poor weather’
 - all ‘poor weather’ ceremonies, and arrival receptions with 120 guests or more, take place in the house. Ceremony | Can be added for £350 (+ Registrar Fees). Late Extension Cost £350 (1 hour only, as long as the wedding day is a Friday or Saturday and all on-site accommodation is hired out by your wedding guests).
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Reviews for Deans Court
(117)

Danielle
Happy couple married in March
March 2025
Highly recommend!

“We had our wedding at Deans Court in August 2024, and we can’t recommend it highly enough. From the very first visit, we knew it was the perfect venue for us. The stunning grounds, the historic house, and the beautifully maintained marquee area all contributed to the most magical setting for our big day. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but the organisation at Deans Court was seamless. Our wedding co-ordinator was Georgia, and she was fantastic..." - Wedding - August 2024

Melanie & Bradley
Happy couple married in March
March 2025
Melanie & Bradley's Wedding

“Myself and my new husband, got married at the beautiful Deans Court in Wimborne back in September 2024 and wow what a day it was for us. I always new I wanted to get married as a little girl and when my husband choose this venue, I new it was going to be amazing as growing up in Wimborne has a special part in our heart. Georgia made the whole experience from start to finish so easy and helpful, always at the end of an email or the phone to answer any questions..." - Wedding Sept 24

Claire C.
Happy couple married in February
March 2025
Claire & Mike's Wedding

“We knew that we wanted to get married at Deans Court from the day we moved to Wimborne, however the whole experience was better than we could have ever imagined!! The venue and grounds are absolutely beautiful, as were the Gatehouse and cottages which we also booked for the weekend. Georgia and the team were fantastic from the first meeting, throughout the whole organisation process and on the day itself - she worked behind the scenes to make sure everything ran seamlessly..." - Wedding Sept 24

Danielle & Mylo
Happy couple married in August
March 2025
Highly recommend!

We had our wedding at Deans Court in August 2024, and we can’t recommend it highly enough. From the very first visit, we knew it was the perfect venue for us. The stunning grounds, the historic house, and the beautifully maintained marquee area all contributed to the most magical setting for our big day. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but the organisation at Deans Court was seamless. Our wedding co-ordinator was Georgia, and she was fantastic. Communication was clear throughout, and she made the whole process stress-free. We had multiple check-ins leading up to the big day, and she was always on hand to provide guidance. She worked closely with our caterers (Molecular Magic) and suppliers, ensuring everything ran smoothly. No question was too small, and she went above and beyond to accommodate all our requests, from last minute seating changes to bespoke bar menus. On the day itself, everything was flawless. The team worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that the day unfolded exactly as we’d planned. The transitions between the different parts of the day—from the ceremony to drinks reception, dinner, and evening party were all managed seamlessly. The fact that we never had to worry about logistics meant we could be fully present and enjoy every moment with our family and friends. We particularly appreciated the personal touches—small but thoughtful details that made a huge difference on the day. Georgia even brought me a glass of champagne while I was getting my hair done between courses, which was such a lovely touch! If you’re looking for a wedding venue that is beautiful, well-organised, and run by a genuinely caring team, Deans Court is an outstanding choice. The setting is magical, the support from the team is incredible, and we truly had the most unforgettable day. A huge thank you to Georgia and the entire Deans Court team for making our wedding so special—we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Bradley & Melanie
Happy couple married in September
March 2025
Can we do it all over again!

Myself and my new husband, got married at the beautiful Deans Court in Wimborne back in September 2024 and wow what a day it was for us. I always new I wanted to get married as a little girl and when my husband choose this venue, I new it was going to be amazing as growing up in Wimborne has a special part in our heart. Georgia made the whole experience from start to finish so easy and helpful, always at the end of an email or the phone to answer any questions, nothing was ever to much for her. The whole staff went above and beyond. We didn't even have to help with the setting up or shutting down process as Katherine and Steve were just brilliant they decorated it to everything we wanted and more. Honestly can not thank them and all the staff enough. Even on the wedding day they were so welcoming and friendly to us and our guests. The team are so well equipped for whatever weather is decided on the day, right up to the last minute it honestly poured down for us but that did not stop the team from supplying umbrellas, running around to make it the most perfect day. Thank you so much DC, we truly had the most phenomenal day of our lives and so did our guests, still talking about it now, saying it was one of the best weddings they have been to!

Emily S.
Happy couple married in November
November 2024
Emily and Alexander's Wedding 4th May 2024

"From our first visit and initial meeting with Georgia and the team at Deans Court we knew that it was the venue for us. The location in Wimborne Minster is perfect for anyone wanting to stay in the town or even on site at Deans Court. We chose to have The Gate House and the cottages on site, which suited our party brilliantly, they are so beautifully kept and allowed us the freedom to enjoy the venue for the whole weekend..." - Wedding - May 2024

Victoria H.
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
Wedding day of dreams!

"From the moment we stepped into Deans Court we just knew it was the place for us. From start to finish Georgia and her amazing team could not do enough for us. This lady knows every aspect of weddings! No question or ask was too much and we were updated and informed of everything, every step of the way. Georgia felt more like a friend, no pressure, informative with updates, dealing with our suppliers and she truly took the overwhelming emotions out of the equation for us.."- Wedding - July 2024

Emily P.
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
The most magical day!

"Wow! The most incredible venue! From our first venue tour at Deans Court we came out and knew that it was the perfect venue for us. The location and the grounds are stunning, and it was perfect for us. Georgia and the whole team at Deans Court were fabulous, from planning the day and our thousands of questions, to the running of the day itself we didn’t have to think of anything. We had access to the venue the day before which was great..." - Wedding Date - September 2024

Oliver J.
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
Perfect wedding day at Deans Court

"From first enquiries to our wedding day the Deans Court team have been fantastic. The venue is absolutely stunning and the preparation that the team did on our behalf was perfect. A special mention for Georgia, above and beyond, kept us in the loop at all times, kept our day running smoothly and always there to support us throughout the day. Absolutely fantastic and our guests all commented on how magic the staff and venue were. Can not recommend highly enough!" - Wedding Date - September 2024

Sarah B.
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
Stop looking for another wedding venue!

"If you are looking for a beautiful, romantic, picturesque venue then Deans Court is the place. From the moment we entered the venue we knew it was for us. It is the best background on which to build a wedding in your own personalised style. Every detail from the number of guests (we were small at 50), catering arrangements, entertainment and decor completely of your choosing. This was made so easy by the wonderful events team at Deans Court led by Georgia..." - Wedding date - August 2024

Location & Contact Details for Deans Court

Wedding Venue Address
Deans Court Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1EE, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Deans Court?

The best weddings are always the ones with the nicest couples ... they always have the nicest friends & family !

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Planning will take up as much time and energy as you let it - if you enjoy planning that's great ... but if not, don't let it take over, it doesn't need to.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Every guests' place name was a picture of that guest as a child, with a personal note on the back.

Describe Deans Court in 5 adjectives

Exclusive, personal, somewhat rustic, a little bit wild, and very customisable

Where’s the best photo spot at Deans Court?

We have a big pond which makes a great backdrop - but there is also a beautiful herb garden, and walled garden ... well there are lot's actually - a photographer's dream...

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Deans Court?

Not that we can name (!)

What’s your favourite canapé?

One chef made these mushroom 'shots' which I loved - but the Sausage & Mash is a staff favourite - and the mini Beef and Yorkshire Puddings.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Chicken Shawarma Wraps - unexpected at a wedding, but exactly what you need !

What is Deans Court most unique feature?

I think that's our marquee garden - it's right next to our ancient pond - giving the perfect mix of indoor and outdoor space.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Probably our wait/bar staff - we always get such great comments from brides, grooms and guests about them - we couldn't be more proud !!
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