St Giles House, Wimborne

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£23,000 - £26,500 for Venue Hire
Up to 160
21 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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St Giles House, Wimborne Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£23,000
Maximum Price
£26,500
Exclusive use of the house and grounds 10am - midnight (extension available) 5 licensed principle rooms with a choice of use as well as our underground nightclub and bar 7 King size bedrooms and 1 Family room in the Riding House for 2 nights- sleeping 18 guests East & West Pepperpot lodges for 2 nights- sleeping 4 guests All accommodation includes Breakfast on both mornings. Use of The Japan Room in the Main House for Bridal preparations Sound Equipment Furniture includes: o 10 6ft Round Tables o 300 chairs o 4 velvet sofas o 5 tall marble poser tables o 5 short square marble tables o Fully kitted kitchen for caterers. Two members of house staff for on the day management and coordination Evening bar and 2 staff members
What is included in this pricing:
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Choice of preferred caterers
Guest accommodation included

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£90
Maximum Price
£120
What is included in this pricing:
No corkage fee

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£23,000
Maximum Price
£26,500
Number of Guests Included
160
Exclusive use of the house and grounds 10am - midnight (extension available) 5 licensed principle rooms with a choice of use as well as our underground nightclub and bar 7 King size bedrooms and 1 Family room in the Riding House for 2 nights- sleeping 18 guests East & West Pepperpot lodges for 2 nights- sleeping 4 guests All accommodation includes Breakfast on both mornings. Use of The Japan Room in the Main House for Bridal preparations Sound Equipment Furniture includes: o 10 6ft Round Tables o 300 chairs o 4 velvet sofas o 5 tall marble poser tables o 5 short square marble tables o Fully kitted kitchen for caterers. Two members of house staff for on the day management and coordination Evening bar and 2 staff members
What is included in this pricing:
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Guest accommodation included
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
St Giles House, Wimborne Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Stately Home
Dining Capacity
160
Reception Capacity
200
Usual Access Time
10:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available

Venue

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Open Flame Permitted
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
Alcohol Licence

Cultural Specialists

Jewish Wedding Specialist
St Giles House, Wimborne Full Description
Set in the tranquil Dorset countryside, St Giles House makes for your idyllic wedding venue. Providing an unforgettable and unique experience for you and your loved one to marry in a truly magical setting. St Giles House is licensed to hold wedding ceremonies in any of the principal rooms of the house and has a maximum capacity of 120 guests. If you're looking for an outdoor ceremony, The Lake Lawn hosts the most remarkable views across the grounds and estate, whilst the18th-century Grotto, lined with shells brought back from the Caribbean, provides a unique and intimate ceremony location for up to 20 guests. If you're looking for a more traditional ceremony, St Giles Church is only at the end of the driveway. Known as the venue with the best kept secret. If you're looking to dazzle your guests with the unexpected, our award-winning nightclub and speakeasy bar located in the basement will do just that. Take it from decadence to deca -"dance" in the evening. Your booking with us includes a two-night stay in the 17th-century Riding House, as well as The Grooms Cottage; comprised of two Maisonettes that have been refurbished sleeping 4 in each. Additional accommodation is also available in the Pepperpot Lodges and St Giles House bedrooms, meaning 42 guests+ can be accommodated on-site with other local options within walking distance. It's time for you to be part of the marvellous story and begin your journey here at St Giles House. We look forward to meeting you.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Olivia, Alex, Kitty, Lottie, Charlotte & Robyn
Picturesque settings, relaxed luxury feel and truly magical surroundings is what you will experience here at St Giles House. Our experienced and friendly team are here every step of the way to help, assist and advise throughout your planning journey to help execute the most seamless wedding day gifted with memories that will last a lifetime. Let us take you on a journey you will never forget.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2016
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
15
Reviews
(71)
Erin & Cam
Happy couple married in September
January 2024
Fantastic venue and great team!!
We had the best day of our lives at St Giles House. It was the best day of our lives because of the beauty and facilities of the venue as well as the dedicated and lovely team that work there. It is such a unique venue, with luxury accommodation to put your nearest and dearest in for the 2 nights either side of the wedding, and a fantastic basement nightclub and bar to enjoy the evening in. The library is a beautiful, romantic room for the wedding breakfast that gets even better in the evening when it's lit by candlelight. Highly recommend having 2 long banquet tables instead of many round tables so you're in amongst your guests plus the room is perfect for it. Lottie and Charlotte were a dream to work with - nothing was too much trouble and they were friendly, helpful and professional at all times. This isn't the kind of venue that gives you a package price and then if you want to use their cake stand, knife, candelabras, candle jars etc it's an extra cost - if they have it, you can use it. It's hard to describe the 'magic' of the place but it's definitely there - so many people commented on how stunning the venue is and everyone enjoyed themselves. We're so glad we chose this place! One other rather lovely thing is that they have a signature scent from True Grace - we got a candle in the Open Day goodie bag last year and actually bought a few more candles from the venue at our final planning meeting so that we can enjoy the scent (and the memories that it brings) at home. St Giles is on the pricier side of the venues in Dorset but it's worth it and it's hard not to fall in love with the place if you go to their open day and meet the team, which we'd also recommend. Stunning venue and fab team who listen to your ideas and requests - what's not to love?
Charlie & Piers
Happy couple married in September
January 2024
Words can't even describe just how incredible the weekend was.
Words can't even describe just how incredible the weekend was. It was truly the most amazing weekend of our lives. We spent every single moment on the honeymoon talking through minute-by-minute of the weeding weekend haha. St Giles House is just so beautiful and we are desperately hoping we know friends or family that will get married there so we can't attend as a guest. What makes it so special is having access from the Friday morning, right through to Sunday midday. It felt like it was our home for the weekend and was so nice to wake up after the wedding, have breakfast and not feel like we were being rushed away. We have had so much feedback from our guests that have all said it was the best wedding they have ever been to and everyone was blown away by the surprise nightclub. We absolutely love St Giles House and it will always have a special place in our hearts.
Emily & Liam
Happy couple married in September
January 2024
The word perfect doesn’t even come close.
We can’t quite put into words yet how we feel after the weekend. The word perfect doesn’t even come close. Everything was seamless and we could not be more grateful to you for everything you did in the lead up to and on our wedding day. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I’m sure you hear a lot from your couples that it was the best day of their lives but oh my goodness it was - we can’t stop crying!
Hee-Ah & Wonseok
Happy couple married in August
January 2024
It feels like we are still dreaming a little bit.
We cannot thank you guys enough for making our special day so wonderful, something we will cherish and remember for the rest of our days to come. Everything was exactly as we had imagined it. I don't think I will ever forget the moment I saw the ceremony room, it was so magical. I still get a chill when I think about it. Thank you for making me feel at ease throughout the day as well, I think maybe I was a bit too relaxed for a bride! We had so many compliments about how breathtaking the venue is from guests, as well as how friendly and kind the staff are. It was heartwarming to hear that. Kitty, Lottie, and Olivia - you guys held my hands through the journey for months and months running up to the wedding, I know I couldn't have asked for a better team.
Lily & George
Happy couple married in July
July 2023
A magical weekend
We had an absolutely magical weekend at St Giles House. The venue is extraordinarily beautiful and the team at St Giles House really do go above and beyond to ensure your day is perfect. We and our guests really couldn't have had a better time. We would recommend this venue to everyone.
Beth and Jam
Happy couple married in June
July 2023
Beautifully rich with history ...
St Giles House is such a magical venue, the grounds are stunning, the house is beautifully rich with history and the accommodation on site was perfect for our needs. Having the venue over two days allowed us to set up in our own time and spread out our time with friends and family. SGH even included a full breakfast each morning from the awesome in-house catering team! The entire team were amazing and helped turn our dream into reality. We are so grateful to them for all the help in the run up and on the day, our wedding coordinators went the extra mile to make our wedding that extra bit special. We look forward to visiting again in the future. Massive thank you to all of the events team and to the Shaftesbury family who have done an unbelievable job bringing such a treasure back to life!
St Giles House, Wimborne Location & Contact Details

Address

Wimborne St. Giles, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5NA, England

Travel Notes

If using a Sat Nav it is best to enter the postcode BH21 5ND.

Nearest Town

Wimborne

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M27. Junction 1

Nearest Train Station

Sailsbury

Nearest Airport

Bournemouth

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Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

Describe the best wedding that happened at St Giles House, Wimborne?

Each Wedding has been equally beautiful, although the most unique would have to be the "Supercar" couple whose love of fast cars led them to hiring over 6 million pounds worth of super cars. These were parked in the grounds and positioned like an aisle which the bride walked down.

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

Prioritise what aspects of your day means the most to you, for example the photos then ensure you get your preferred supplier booked as soon as possible.

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

An Acrobatic Air Display was put on by the couple for their Wedding guests as a total surprise. It was outstanding.

Describe St Giles House, Wimborne in 5 adjectives

Historic, Iconic, Exclusive, Striking, Tranquil, Magical and Picturesque (sorry, I know it's more than 5).

Where’s the best photo spot at St Giles House, Wimborne?

In front of the Anteros Statue on the fountain with the house and grounds as the backdrop.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at St Giles House, Wimborne?

We have been very lucky to have hosted a number of celebrity guests, but discretion is important to us.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Savoury goats cheesecake, fig compote & bee pollen.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese Toasties or John The Greek Street Food...YUM!

What is St Giles House, Wimborne most unique feature?

The 18th Century Shell Grotto.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The remarkable restoration project and our award-winning accommodation.

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftA bottle of locally sourced Sparkling Wine and a special gift from Lord Shaftesbury.
Bridebook Special Offer* Now hosting mid-week weddings at very competitive rates