Dorset

Wareham

Smedmore House

(15)

Instant Brochure!

Receive it immediately

Price: £650 – £6,750

Guests: 200

Bedrooms: 11

Deals available: 2

Limited-Time Offers & Deals (2)

Description

Smedmore House is a unique and very special, exclusive venue for your wedding reception or Civil Ceremony. Hidden away in the Dorset countryside, nestling among rolling hills with views to the sea, Smedmore offers the opportunity for an wonderfully romantic and memorable occasion. Ceremonies can take place either in the Summer House in the Walled Garden or in 6 of the elegant rooms inside – the Front Hall, Dining Room, Cedar Room, Drawing Room, Staircase Hall or in the Old Kitchen. The lawn at the front of the house is an excellent marquee site with the Georgian west face of the house behind and sea views to the side. There are many different options available when planning your special day at Smedmore House. •Civil Ceremony in Smedmore House (up to 60 guests) •Civil Ceremony in Summer House: (unlimited) Civil Ceremony in The Avenue or elsewhere int he grounds. •Drinks Reception in Walled Garden •Drinks Reception in front of the house. •Marquee Reception on front lawn •Accommodation for up to 16 people in the house •And where to take your photographs? On the beach, in the house, on the stairs, in the garden. The possibilities are endless. The house also offers accommodation in the historic house for a minimum of 2 nights to wedding groups and can sleep up to 16 people in the 8 attractive bedrooms in the Main House and there is the option of a further 6 in the Garden Wing, taking the total to 22.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Laura

The photographs do not begin to do justice to the beauty of the setting and friendly atmosphere at Smedmore House. We would be delighted to show you round. Look forward to hearing from you soon.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2010

No. of Weddings Hosted

Between 10 and 30

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Smedmore House

Wedding Venue Type

Country House / Manor House

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

200

Reception Capacity

200

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding license

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped gardens

Exclusive use

Water view

Wedding Catering

External catering permitted

Asian catering

Halal catering

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist

Jewish Wedding Specialist

Muslim Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Smedmore House

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£650.00 – £6,750.00

Show details

What's Included?

Couple accommodation included

Exclusive use

Day before set up available

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Guest accommodation included

Choice of preferred caterers

For 2024 our prices range from £650 for holding just your ceremony at Smedmore House to £6750 for exclusive use of the venue for a large wedding plus 2 nights accommodation for 16 people. Smaller weddings and mid-week weddings are priced individually.

Hide details

Packages (total price)

Price from £6,750.00

Number of guests included: 0

Show details

Reviews (15)

M
Meg & Joe
07/03/2025
| 5th-9th September 2024 | Meg & Joe || 5th-9th September 2024 | Meg & Joe |
We stayed at Smedmore House for four nights for our wedding in early September 2024 with some family and friends. From start to finish, we had such a wonderful experience. The Purbeck coast is a place of great importance to us, hence why we chose to get married there, and Smedmore House was perfect for what we had planned. The house itself was clean & comfortable, and is wonderfully eccentric and decadent. The outside of the house, and the grounds are stunning. Both of which were captured incredibly by our photographers. We had planned initially to have our ceremony on the walkway with the view of the sea. However, our wedding day was perhaps the wettest day of the year (!), and so it was decided to do the entire wedding inside the marquee on the morning of. We felt it was a shame that people didn’t get to experience the grounds in the way we had initially imagined. However, due to our Sunday event (which was sunny!), people were able to explore the grounds then. One of my favourite moments, was my reveal with my bridesmaids and parents. Walking down that beautiful central staircase was a moment I’ll never forget. I also perched myself on a chair at the bottom of the staircase when we needed a breather post ceremony! Eilish was fantastic throughout our stay. She looked after us beautifully, and was always on hand for any questions or problems. Thank you so much for being an integral part of our wedding. Not just the two celebratory days, but having both our immediate families in one place was really special, and something we won’t ever forget. Meg & Joe xxxWe stayed at Smedmore House for four nights for our wedding in early September 2024 with some family and friends. From start to finish, we had such a wonderful experience. The Purbeck coast is a place of great importance to us, hence why we chose to get married there, and Smedmore House was perfect for what we had planned. The house itself was clean & comfortable, and is wonderfully eccentric and decadent. The outside of the house, and the grounds are stunning. Both of which were captured incredibly by our photographers. We had planned initially to have our ceremony on the walkway with the view of the sea. However, our wedding day was perhaps the wettest day of the year (!), and so it was decided to do the entire wedding inside the marquee on the morning of. We felt it was a shame that people didn’t get to experience the grounds in the way we had initially imagined. However, due to our Sunday event (which was sunny!), people were able to explore the grounds then. One of my favourite moments, was my reveal with my bridesmaids and parents. Walking down that beautiful central staircase was a moment I’ll never forget. I also perched myself on a chair at the bottom of the staircase when we needed a breather post ceremony! Eilish was fantastic throughout our stay. She looked after us beautifully, and was always on hand for any questions or problems. Thank you so much for being an integral part of our wedding. Not just the two celebratory days, but having both our immediate families in one place was really special, and something we won’t ever forget. Meg & Joe xxx
O
Oonagh Langrishe
30/01/2023
Beautiful!Beautiful!
Such a beautiful wedding venue with views out over the sea, one of my favorites to addorne with glorious wedding flowers.Such a beautiful wedding venue with views out over the sea, one of my favorites to addorne with glorious wedding flowers.
K
Kevin Kay
30/01/2023
WOWWOW
Stayed here for a week at the beginning of August and it’s simply a beautiful, tranquil place to be. Situated right on the Dorset coast with amazing views in all directions. The property itself is magnificent and upon entering, feels like you’ve stepped back in time. The history of the estate and those that have lived there is displayed throughout, with plenty of memorabilia dating back hundreds of years which all adds to its charm. Would certainly recommend a stayStayed here for a week at the beginning of August and it’s simply a beautiful, tranquil place to be. Situated right on the Dorset coast with amazing views in all directions. The property itself is magnificent and upon entering, feels like you’ve stepped back in time. The history of the estate and those that have lived there is displayed throughout, with plenty of memorabilia dating back hundreds of years which all adds to its charm. Would certainly recommend a stay
S
Sam & Hannah
30/01/2023
Fairytale ExperienceFairytale Experience
From someone from the Antipodes (NZ) this was a fairytale experience. Ab Fab setting, even sea! And wonderful wedding celebrations for a gorgeous couple Sam & Hannah…. Thank you!From someone from the Antipodes (NZ) this was a fairytale experience. Ab Fab setting, even sea! And wonderful wedding celebrations for a gorgeous couple Sam & Hannah…. Thank you!
S
Sam & Hannah
30/01/2023
Smedmore house: forever in our heartsSmedmore house: forever in our hearts
From the bride ( Hannah) and the groom (Sam): What a marvellous place to get married. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect place to celebrate our wedding. Smedmore House will be forever in our hearts.From the bride ( Hannah) and the groom (Sam): What a marvellous place to get married. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect place to celebrate our wedding. Smedmore House will be forever in our hearts.
H
House Guest Book
30/01/2023
A National Trust type house without the ropesA National Trust type house without the ropes
Wow! a National Trust type house without the ropes! Thanks so much for the use of your ‘grand” home. A very memorable occasion and the staff were brilliant.Wow! a National Trust type house without the ropes! Thanks so much for the use of your ‘grand” home. A very memorable occasion and the staff were brilliant.
G
Giulia and Ronan
20/09/2022
Simply Amazing!Simply Amazing!
We had the most amazing time at Smedmore House! It was just incredible, all our guests were so impressed and my family totally fell in love with the place. Our wedding couldn't be more incredible and we are so pleased we choose this location. Aimee was on duty the wedding day and was so helpful, we appreciated that so so much!We had the most amazing time at Smedmore House! It was just incredible, all our guests were so impressed and my family totally fell in love with the place. Our wedding couldn't be more incredible and we are so pleased we choose this location. Aimee was on duty the wedding day and was so helpful, we appreciated that so so much!
M
Mr & Mrs. Morton
10/10/2019
Smedmore House=No. 1 Wedding VenueSmedmore House=No. 1 Wedding Venue
Words can not describe how delighted we were with the wedding and the weekend, Smedmore House = No 1 wedding venue, thank you all sooooo muchWords can not describe how delighted we were with the wedding and the weekend, Smedmore House = No 1 wedding venue, thank you all sooooo much
L
Laura Dugdale
21/12/2017
Wonderful wedding weekendWonderful wedding weekend
A huge thank you for the most wonderful wedding weekend possible! We loved staying here again and can’t wait to visit again. A huge thank you for the most wonderful wedding weekend possible! We loved staying here again and can’t wait to visit again.
L
Laura Dugdale
21/12/2017
Magical WeddingMagical Wedding
We have had the most magical wedding at Smedmore House. I can’t begin to describe the pure beauty of the house and gardens and how very special it was to be able to celebrate and exchange our vows in the gardens. Julie is warm, friendly and so accommodating for all friends and family. This has without doubt become our very, very special place. Thank you. We have had the most magical wedding at Smedmore House. I can’t begin to describe the pure beauty of the house and gardens and how very special it was to be able to celebrate and exchange our vows in the gardens. Julie is warm, friendly and so accommodating for all friends and family. This has without doubt become our very, very special place. Thank you.

Location & Contact Details for Smedmore House

Wedding Venue Address

Kimmeridge, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5PG, England, United Kingdom

Website

Phone

Travel Notes

Smedmore is roughly 2 to 2.5 hrs by car from London, down the M3 and M27 to Wimborne and Wareham, then turn right off the Wareham bypass for Kimmeridge. Do not go to Corfe Castle. Follow the signs to Kimmeridge and just before you drop down into the village, turn left up up the private drive to Smedmore. Do not trust Sat-Nav for the final minutes of your journey, as the private drive is often not shown. Also do not rely on Google maps or The AA.com as they will take you through Kingston and Encombe along a bridleway which is not accessible to vehicles. Public Transport Directions By Rail There are trains direct from Waterloo, London, to Wareham twice an hour every day. The trip takes around 2½ hours with South West Trains. Taxis Rural Dorset has good taxi cover. Taxi firms will wait to collect passengers at Wareham Train Station and will collect from Smedmore House and there is also a local firm in the village. Taxis can also be booked for airport collections / departures from London Heathrow and Gatwick. See our website for further taxi Information.