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Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Purbeck Hills, Kingston Country Courtyard is an enchanting 16th-century barn venue with uninterrupted views across Corfe Castle and stretching as far as the Isle of Wight. Surrounded by expansive countryside and tranquil grounds, our venue offers an unforgettable setting for your perfect wedding day.
Our beautiful Purbeck stone barn is rich in history and character, blending rustic charm with timeless elegance. With panoramic views providing a spectacular natural backdrop, and our experienced hospitality team dedicated to delivering exceptional service, your day will feel effortless from beginning to end.
Your venue hire includes everything you need for a seamless celebration, round tables, elegant limewash Chiavari chairs, tablecloths in your choice of colour, crockery, cutlery, glassware and cake-cutting equipment allowing you to focus on the details that make your day uniquely yours.
Fully licensed for civil ceremonies, you can exchange vows anywhere within our stunning grounds. Choose from a romantic barn ceremony, an intimate woodland setting, our beautiful gardens, or a picturesque courtyard celebration.
We can accommodate up to 130 guests for your daytime celebration and up to 175 for your evening reception, giving you the flexibility to celebrate exactly as you wish.
We are incredibly proud of our talented culinary team, who create outstanding dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Whether you envision a formal three-course wedding breakfast, a relaxed “Host a Roast,” a BBQ, or a traditional hog roast, we’ll craft a menu that perfectly suits your style.
From your very first visit to the final dance, our dedicated wedding coordinators will be by your side every step of the way. With access to our trusted network of exceptional local suppliers, we’ll help bring your vision to life and ensure your wedding day is everything you’ve dreamed of and more.
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Reviews (96)
- CCaroline16/02/2026Everything was perfectEverything was perfectA really beautiful venue. We attended a friends wedding here and everything was perfect! Special thanks to a fantastic member of staff Loretta (red hair), who helped us out, she went above and beyond. She's a total asset to your teamA really beautiful venue. We attended a friends wedding here and everything was perfect! Special thanks to a fantastic member of staff Loretta (red hair), who helped us out, she went above and beyond. She's a total asset to your team
- HHazel16/02/2026Removed all the stress out of planning part 2 Removed all the stress out of planning part 2On the day itself, again, the whole team were committed to making sure the day went smoothly. Despite some weather challenges, the day ran like clockwork, testament to the effort put in behind the scenes to keep things moving. We had a perfect day, and can’t thank them enough for all their efforts, taking on all the stress and making sure we (and our guests) enjoyed ourselves. We can’t recommend them highly enough!On the day itself, again, the whole team were committed to making sure the day went smoothly. Despite some weather challenges, the day ran like clockwork, testament to the effort put in behind the scenes to keep things moving. We had a perfect day, and can’t thank them enough for all their efforts, taking on all the stress and making sure we (and our guests) enjoyed ourselves. We can’t recommend them highly enough!
- HHazel16/02/2026Removed all the stress from planning Part 1 Removed all the stress from planning Part 1The whole team at Kingston couldn’t have been more helpful in planning our recent wedding. From start to finish, they took us through every detail and removed all the stress from planning. We felt looked after the whole way through, and they couldn’t do enough to make sure our day was planned exactly how we envisioned it. The whole team at Kingston couldn’t have been more helpful in planning our recent wedding. From start to finish, they took us through every detail and removed all the stress from planning. We felt looked after the whole way through, and they couldn’t do enough to make sure our day was planned exactly how we envisioned it.
- JJustine and Liam16/02/2026Highly recommend this venueHighly recommend this venueWe have recently had our wedding day here, it was an immense occasion with a beautiful setting, incredibly helpful staff and lovely rooms, we stayed in the granary (honeymoon suite). Julie and the team genuinely couldn’t have done more for us from planning right up to the big day ❤️ huge shout out to Aaron for all his hard work on the day, he was very present and nothing was too much. I highly recommend this venue. Thankyou again ❤️ Justine xxWe have recently had our wedding day here, it was an immense occasion with a beautiful setting, incredibly helpful staff and lovely rooms, we stayed in the granary (honeymoon suite). Julie and the team genuinely couldn’t have done more for us from planning right up to the big day ❤️ huge shout out to Aaron for all his hard work on the day, he was very present and nothing was too much. I highly recommend this venue. Thankyou again ❤️ Justine xx
- SSky and Martin16/02/2026Perfect wedding part 2Perfect wedding part 2I created my own decorations and they truly listened to how I wanted it places, just incredible! The Granary bridal suite was absolutely stunning and very spacious, just amazing - not forgetting the enormous bath! Also like to mention the food and drinks were exquisite - delicious hog roast and had plenty left over the next day, which was a tasty surprise.Kingston Country Courtyard will forever have a place in our hearts and we couldn’t recommend it enough. I created my own decorations and they truly listened to how I wanted it places, just incredible! The Granary bridal suite was absolutely stunning and very spacious, just amazing - not forgetting the enormous bath! Also like to mention the food and drinks were exquisite - delicious hog roast and had plenty left over the next day, which was a tasty surprise.Kingston Country Courtyard will forever have a place in our hearts and we couldn’t recommend it enough.
- SSky and Martin16/02/2026Perfect wedding venue Part 1 Perfect wedding venue Part 1From our first visit, we knew Kingston Country Courtyard was the one for our special day. It was just so beautiful and perfect for our autumnal, rustic themed wedding. During the run up to the wedding and on the day of our wedding, my husband (love saying this out loud!) and I were blown away by how professional and friendly the entire team were. We hired the beautiful barn for our entire wedding and was extremely impressed how quickly the team turn it round. From our first visit, we knew Kingston Country Courtyard was the one for our special day. It was just so beautiful and perfect for our autumnal, rustic themed wedding. During the run up to the wedding and on the day of our wedding, my husband (love saying this out loud!) and I were blown away by how professional and friendly the entire team were. We hired the beautiful barn for our entire wedding and was extremely impressed how quickly the team turn it round.
- LLottie08/09/2025Food was exceptionalFood was exceptionalWe have stayed on a few occasions, but we also chose to have our wedding reception at this venue. Julie and her team where fantastic from the arrangements to the day. Food was exceptional and nothing was too much for the staff. Staff are always so helpful and the views from this venue are second to none. For a country side/historic retreat this is definitely one for you to seek. With breath taking views of countryside and the sea. You will have everything you need on your doorstep.We have stayed on a few occasions, but we also chose to have our wedding reception at this venue. Julie and her team where fantastic from the arrangements to the day. Food was exceptional and nothing was too much for the staff. Staff are always so helpful and the views from this venue are second to none. For a country side/historic retreat this is definitely one for you to seek. With breath taking views of countryside and the sea. You will have everything you need on your doorstep.
- NNick & Angie08/09/2025Part 2 Part 2On top of all that the venue itself was absolutely stunning and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day. All our guests commented on the quality of the food which was absolutely delicious and the lovely rooms they could enjoy for the weekend. The bridal suit was perfect and the team ensured that the bride was catered for leaving her to focus on enjoying her special day. We would highly recommend Kingston Country Courtyard.On top of all that the venue itself was absolutely stunning and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect day. All our guests commented on the quality of the food which was absolutely delicious and the lovely rooms they could enjoy for the weekend. The bridal suit was perfect and the team ensured that the bride was catered for leaving her to focus on enjoying her special day. We would highly recommend Kingston Country Courtyard.
- NNick & Angie08/09/2025Part 1 Part 1We recently held our wedding at Kingston Country Courtyard June 2025 and we really can't thank Julie and her team enough for making our day so special and seamless. From start to end the team were attentive, responsive to questions and Julie was there every step of the way through the planning process making valuable suggestions and offering guidance. On the day itself we couldn't have asked for more. The team were efficient, punctual and made everything seem like a dream. We recently held our wedding at Kingston Country Courtyard June 2025 and we really can't thank Julie and her team enough for making our day so special and seamless. From start to end the team were attentive, responsive to questions and Julie was there every step of the way through the planning process making valuable suggestions and offering guidance. On the day itself we couldn't have asked for more. The team were efficient, punctual and made everything seem like a dream.
- JJustine & Liam08/09/2025Wedding ❤️ Wedding ❤️We have recently had our wedding day here, it was an immense occasion with a beautiful setting, incredibly helpful staff and lovely rooms, we stayed in the granary (honeymoon suite). Julie and the team genuinely couldn’t have done more for us from planning right up to the big day ❤️ huge shout out to Aaron for all his hard work on the day, he was very present and nothing was too much. I highly recommend this venue. Thankyou again ❤️ Justine xxWe have recently had our wedding day here, it was an immense occasion with a beautiful setting, incredibly helpful staff and lovely rooms, we stayed in the granary (honeymoon suite). Julie and the team genuinely couldn’t have done more for us from planning right up to the big day ❤️ huge shout out to Aaron for all his hard work on the day, he was very present and nothing was too much. I highly recommend this venue. Thankyou again ❤️ Justine xx
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Every wedding is so unique and beautiful it would be impossible to pick one.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Relax and enjoy planning your wedding don't panic, we are here to help and guide you through the process. Also always remember no question is a silly question.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We have had some lovely personal touches from handmade children's activity books to the person of honor dressing up as mickey mouse for his speech.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Relaxed, Unique, Bespoke, Flexible and Welcoming.
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Panoramic garden views of historic Corfe Castle across the beautiful Purbeck hills towards The Isle of Wight.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Yes, We have had Brendan Cole from strictly come dancing stay with us and Zara McDermott from love island while she was filming a project. We have also had the filming crews from many different tv series/films stay with us.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Mini Yorkshire puddings filled with fillet of beef and horseradish sauce, its delicious!!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Roasting marshmallows over the fire-pit.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
Our historic 16th Century Barn and stunning views of Corfe Castle.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
At Kingston Country Courtyard, we take great pride in many aspects of our venue, but one of the things we are most proud of is our exceptional team. Everyone here works tirelessly and collaborates seamlessly, making everything we do possible.
We are also deeply committed to being a fully inclusive venue for all couples. Our diverse team is passionate about creating a safe, welcoming environment where everyone feels valued.
