The 10 Best Beach & Coastal Wedding Venues in Dorset

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The Venue At Sandy Cove

4.9 (104)
· Dorset

Located in Ilfracombe, Devon, in southwest England, The Venue at Sandy Cove offers a unique setting to host wedding...Read more events. This contemporary and secluded venue boasts dramatic and stunning sea views. Set in its own cove at the top of the cliff, it is the ultimate wedding venue. The property is...

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From £2,250

2 to 200
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The Royal Bath Hotel & Spa

4.8 (12)
· Bournemouth, Dorset

The Royal Bath Hotel & Spa is an elegant wedding venue located in the coastal resort town of Bournemouth, in England's...Read more Dorset region. Tailor-made for endlessly romantic celebrations, this gorgeous seafront hotel boasts breathtaking views of Poole bay, grand ballrooms, and picturesque gardens....

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From £80

30 to 180
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The Cumberland Hotel

5.0 (21)
· Bournemouth, Dorset

Overview The Cumberland Hotel is an elegant, 4 star wedding venue located in Bournemouth, Dorset. The venue, an art deco...Read more inspired full service hotel boasting a well-earned reputation in the local area, is perfect for couples looking for excellent service delivered in a building of character. Located...

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From £60

30 to 250
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Bournemouth Carlton Hotel | Signature Collection by Best Western

5.0 (2)
· Bournemouth, Dorset

In Bournemouth, Dorset, Bournemouth Carlton Hotel | Signature Collection by Best Western is a stunning seaside venue for...Read more weddings and other special occasions. Located atop the infamous East Cliff, this Dorset wedding venue offers dramatic views of the bay and its coastline, creating an unforgettable...

From £45

15 to 200
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The Riviera Hotel

4.8 (8)
· Bournemouth, Dorset

The Riviera Hotel is a wedding and events venue located in the coastal town of Bournemouth in Dorset, England. Nestled...Read more near Poole and in the woody Alum Chine, this hotel serves as an ideal setting for couples who want to say their vows by the oceanfront. The variety of wedding packages, event...

From £52

30 to 160
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The Suncliff Hotel

5.0 (1)
· Bournemouth, Dorset

Overview The Suncliff Hotel is a Traditional, 3 star wedding venue located in Bournemouth, Dorset. The Venue, a classily...Read more styled full service hotel located on Bournemouth prestigious east cliff, is the perfect setting for couples looking for excellent service and modern décor. The hotel also offers a...

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From £55

10 to 200
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The Nici

Bournemouth, Dorset

Welcome to THE NICI Hotel, a premium wedding destination nestled on Bournemouth’s stunning West Cliff. Our hotel...Read more combines luxury, elegance, and breathtaking coastal views to create an unforgettable wedding experience. Facilities At THE NICI, we provide an idyllic setting for both intimate ceremonies...

From £50

2 to 175
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The Ocean Beach Hotel

5.0 (2)
· Bournemouth, Dorset

Overview Ocean Beach Hotel and Spa is a Coastal, 3 star wedding venue located in Bournemouth, Dorset. The Venue, a...Read more boutique inspired full service hotel located on Bournemouth prestigious east cliff, is the perfect setting for couples looking for excellent service and modern décor. . Planning your...

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From £55

30 to 140
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Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

5.0 (2)
· Abbotsbury, Dorset

Located on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens is a stunning botanical wedding venue situated in the...Read more historic village of Abbotsbury. Spread across 30 acres, these gardens were originally established as a kitchen garden by the first Countess of Ilchester in 1756. Now, they serve...

From £3,900

150
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Pebble Beach Restaurant

Highcliffe, Dorset

Pebble Beach Restaurant is a beautiful restaurant and wedding venue on the cliff top in Barton on Sea, next to the...Read more Dorset/Hampshire border. When your big day finally arrives, celebrate your love in this exquisite seaside setting overlooking the ocean. At its heart is an elegant dining room and a...

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From £35

20 to 120
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Sunset Bar & Restaurant

Weymouth, Dorset

Stunning beach wedding venue on the Dorset coast , scenic views of Weymouth and Portland. Full wedding licence, numerous...Read more wedding and catering packages available. Large restaurant ,beach seating ,decking area and picturesque balcony area. 3 course menu , basket meals , buffet or bbq options . Option...

From £1,500

50 to 180
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City Cruises

Poole, Dorset

Based out of Poole, Dorset, City Cruises makes it possible for you to celebrate your wedding out in the sea. It is part...Read more of the Hornblower Group, which has nearly a 100-year history of marine hospitality. It’s not every day you can boast about exchanging vows while cruising around Poole Harbour and...

From £60

30 to 120
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Swanage Pier Trust

Swanage, Dorset

Imagine exchanging vows with the stunning backdrop of Swanage Bay, the gentle sound of waves lapping against the Pier,...Read more creating a romantic and serene atmosphere for your special day. Swanage Pier, located at the beginning of Dorset's World Heritage Jurassic Coast, offers a unique and picturesque...

From £920

4 to 110
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Beach House With Sea View and Pool

Bournemouth, Dorset

The Beach House is a stunning wedding venue in Bournemouth, Dorset, sporting a sea view and pool for waves of romantic...Read more celebrations. This seven-bedroom house is just yards from Southbourne Beach, giving you and your guests memorable sights from the Isle of Wight to Sandbanks and Swanage. With the...
The Marine Theatre

Lyme Regis, Dorset

The Marine Theatre is a stunning coastal wedding venue and landmark in Lyme Regis, Dorset and is part of a UNESCO world...Read more heritage site. The auditorium has impressive large windows overlooking the sea, providing a beautiful backdrop for your wedding. Facilities and Capacity Built in 1894, The Marine...

Beach & Coastal Wedding Venues in Dorset

When it comes to selecting a coastal wedding venue, Dorset is an easy first choice. Dorset is home to the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site with almost one hundred miles of rugged coastline dotted with stunning Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous rock formations. The rest of the county has plenty of other beautiful and ancient sites to visit during your stay, but the seaside itself is the place to say “I do.”

Choosing Your Wedding Venue

The coast of Dorset provides a range of romantic properties where you can tie the knot, from beach hotels to historic castles. For a contemporary setting, head to The Cumberland Hotel, where luxurious event spaces meet breathtaking sea views. This upscale accommodation is perched above miles of golden sand beaches and has comprehensive wedding packages. For something more retro, nowhere is more impressive than Highcliffe Castle. This gothic castle, with its light-filled wintergarden, red brick dining room, and a great hall adorned with glittering stained glass, is something out of a fairytale.

Things To Do in Dorset

On the South Coast you will find numerous activities to amuse you and your guests throughout the wedding weekend. Top of the list is hiking along the Jurassic Coast to discover fossils and staggering rock formations, but we also recommend a trip to the Dark-Sky Reserve in Cranborne Chase AONB. This area of outstanding natural beauty is one of only 17 dark sky regions in the world and is an astounding place to stargaze with your beloved.