Top Cheap Wedding Spaces in Dorset
Planning a wedding on a budget doesn’t mean sacrificing style or location. In Dorset, you can find affordable wedding venues that offer both charm and elegance. If you’re drawn to the rustic countryside of the Purbeck Hills or the coastal beauty of Weymouth, the county has cheap venues just for you, from beautiful barns to lovely garden estates. Discover the perfect spot from our list of cheap wedding venues in Dorset and make your dream day a reality without the stress of overspending.
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from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club Room
35 guestsThe Bridge HouseDorsetHere at The Bridge House Hotel, we aim to make your wedding day the perfect day. The Club Room is a beautifully decorated room that is perfect for smaller events with a buffet-style proposition.
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from £360
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPiano Room
60 guestsWeymouth PavilionDorsetFirst floor room overlooking the beach on one side and Weymouth's picturesque harbour on the other. Ideal for small meetings, receptions, parties, dining occasion.
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from £65
per personCheck availabilityTerrace
40 guestsThe Green HouseBournemouth, Dorset#Supervenue
Terrace, a semi-private outdoor space at The Green House, sits adjacent to the hotel grounds and provides a garden-linked paved patio arranged for outdoor seating.
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from £4500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
150 guestsLarmer TreeDorsetOn-site accommodation and free parking are available for organisers and guests. Best for: Weddings, festival-style events and private garden receptions.
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from £360
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySun Deck Suite
50 guestsWeymouth PavilionDorsetTwo adjoining first floor rooms with stunning sea views and access to the Pavilion Balcony. Suitable for smaller parties, meetings, wedding ceremonies and receptions.
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from £500
hire fee / per dayCheck availability18th Century Stone Barn
180 guestsKingston Country CourtyardDorsetAn 18th-century stone farmhouse event venue centred on a restored barn. Design: The barn has exposed stone walls, original oak beams and a high-pitched roof that create tall proportions.
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from £5500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
120 guestsDeans CourtDorsetThe gardens and marquee provide a photogenic outdoor-to-indoor flow, and the Gatehouse plus cottages provide comfortable on-site accommodation for wedding parties.
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from £250
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityUnder The Stairs
100 guestsMarsham Court HotelBournemouth, DorsetUnder The Stairs is a Banqueting Hall in Marsham Court Hotel, a narrow, naturally lit banqueting room defined by a long, rectangular layout suited to table-centred dining.
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from £28
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
200 guestsThe Noisy LobsterDorsetFor larger occasions, the whole venue is available to hire. Perfect for all-day celebrations and events. Kick things off with a drinks reception in our bar, then sit down for an incredible bespoke feast in our restaurant,
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from £2695
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
85 guestsThe Orangery SuiteDorsetWe are also licensed for outdoor wedding ceremonies within the beautifully landscaped walled garden. Our stunning, pagoda-style marquee is included for receptions on the lawn.
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from £45
per personCheck availabilityThe Conservatory Restaurant
140 guestsThe Riviera Hotel Alum ChineBournemouth, DorsetThe Riviera Hotel is the perfect venue for your Civil Ceremony. The Conservatory Restaurant is the larger of our two rooms with beautiful sea views.Perfect for larger weddings, it can accommodate up to 140 guests.
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from £450
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
80 guestsThe Bull Hotel DorsetDorsetVenue highlights: The Bull Hotel Dorset provides in-house catering and multiple dining areas that let hosts programme plated meals, buffet menus or pub-style service across indoor rooms and an outdoor patio.
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FAQs about Top Cheap Wedding Spaces in Dorset
Prices of affordable wedding venues average £33 per person. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Dorset, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £28 | and £40 | per person |
| Typically between £360 | and £900 | hire fee per day |
| Typically between £250 | and £5500 | hire fee per event |
You'll find affordable wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Dorset, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 70 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 85 and 120 guests | prices average £450 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per day |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for affordable wedding venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 120 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £350 hire fee per day | typically between 70 and 110 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 150 guests |
| Country House | prices average £10500 hire fee per event | typically between 150 and 200 guests |
| Garden | prices average £4500 hire fee per event | typically between 70 and 150 guests |
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