Venue Reviews

My own independent wedding venue reviews based on more than 6 years wedding photography experience in and around Bournemouth, Dorset.

Kingston Country Courtyard, Nr Corfe

Breathtaking views, excellent service from Bobbie and her team... Perfect ...more

The Miramar, Bournemouth

Stunning. One of my favourite places to shoot a wedding with the outdoor ceremony ...more

Boscombe Chine Hotel

The feel of exclusivity and easy access to the beach ...more

Burley Manor Hotel, New Forest

A fantastic hotel with perfect service, grounds and location ...more

The Langton Arms, near Wimborne and Blandford

Beautifully remote and picturesque. And for a great price! ...more

Christchurch Harbour Hotel

Beautiful setting, and lovely wedding photo opportunities in the garden and jetty. Perfect size evening room and excellent food too. ...more

Parley Manor

Incredible gardens but watch out for the planes overhead at the reading of the vows! ...more

The Royal Bath Hotel, Bournemouth

Great food and location but no exclusivity ...more

Athelhampton House, Nr Dorchester

A beautiful 15th century house with beautiful gardens ...more

The Harbour Heights Hotel, Poole

Excellent views and food and perfect for smaller weddings. ...more

The Tudor Grange Hotel, Bournemouth

Great looking hotel and perfect for smaller weddings ...more

Sherborne Castle

Amazing scenery with many wedding photo opportunities ...more

The East Close Hotel, The New Forest

Excellent venue which meets all requirements ...more

Highcliffe Castle

Set in lovely grounds with access to the beach - if you're quick! ...more

Upton Country Park, Poole

Beautiful gardens and fantastic ceremony room ...more

Salterns Marina, Poole

Great food but little space outside for photo opportunities ...more

The Captain's Club, Christchurch

Only one room is offered to the wedding party for the whole day. ...more

Chettle House, Nr Blandford

Incredible House, marque, food, location, the lot! Perfect. ...more

Chewton Glen, New Forest

Lovely location, expensive drink prices for the guests ...more

The Haven Hotel, Sandbanks

Excellent location situated in the world famous Sandbanks with great beach wedding photo opportunities ...more

The Lord Bute, Highcliffe

Cosy, good food and service. ...more

The Grange at Oborne, Nr Sherborne

One of the most accommodating hotels and staff I have ever come across. ...more

Canford School, Wimborne

Fantastic venue that feels like Hogwarts! ...more