Planning a wedding? Dorset is a beautiful county at any time of year, and there's lots of venues to choose from. Here's our pick of nine lovely places to tie the knot.

Village

We love the planning, we love the preparation, we love the smiles and laughter on the big day, we love helping happy couples bring their dreams to life.

We think you’ll love Village for your big day. Stunning rooms for your reception, with delicious catering and a real party atmosphere.

Visit villagehotels.co.uk for more.

The Italian Villa

The Italian Villa is Dorset’s favourite wedding venue. The only Tuscan-themed villa anywhere in the UK, you can be assured of the most unique wedding and sensational photographs in the ten acres of spectacularly themed gardens. The venue is managed by multi-award-winning event caterers, Beales Gourmet,so your wedding breakfast, canapes and evening buffets are guaranteed to wow your guests! For more information, visit the-italian-villa.co.uk

Kingston Maurward

Set in the heart of the Dorset countryside, the Kingston Maurward Estate with its 18th century mansion house, lake and gardens are the idyllic location for the perfect wedding. With a parkland approach and elegant, sweeping drive, the Georgian house and ornate rooms set the scene for a civil ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception.

Kingston Maurward is also licensed to perform outside ceremonies in either the beautiful Red Gardens or at the Grecian temple, followed by a reception in the main house or a marquee on the terrace.

With its stunning countryside setting, traditional menu and unrivalled facilities, Kingston Maurward will provide a wedding day to remember forever.

For more information, call 01305 215 050 or email weddings@kmc.ac.uk

Hotel Miramar

The elegant country house hotel by the sea – it’s the perfect venue to host your wedding ceremony and reception. The idyllic coastal location offers the perfect backdrop for a summer outdoor garden wedding or for your wedding photography, while the cosy, elegant interior provides a luxurious setting for your celebrations at any time of year. A superb range of wedding packages are available; from the boho vintage tea, to formal sit down dining. Make your day special with impeccable service and everything done to a high standard.

W: miramar-bournemouth.com

Oceana Hotels & Resort

Five distinctive hotels in Bournemouth offering something for everyone. The resort venues operate with a team of professionals delivering years of experience in making memories. The diversity in décor is guaranteed to make your choice perfect.

Dedicated wedding co-ordinators will guide you through the planning process, executed on the day by highly trained professionals, and their precise attention to detail.

We specialise in bespoke weddings and thrive on challenges that need imagination. Oceana hotels are individual, and unique. Licensed for weddings, civil marriages and civil partnerships.

All the venues are located on Bournemouth’s prestigious East Cliff, minutes from the vibrant town centre and gardens, and many close to miles of golden sand beaches.

W: oceana-collection.com

The Green House Hotel

A Green House wedding is glamorous yet relaxed and intimate, easy on the eye and the environment. No two weddings are ever the same because they are designed by and for you. The team is absolutely committed to putting together the ceremony of your dreams, and the party of your life.

W: thegreenhousehotel.co.uk

Norfolk Royale Hotel

The Norfolk Royale Hotel is a four-star hotel in the heart of Bournemouth which offers the perfect location for formal and informal wedding celebrations. It offers a complete solution for your

wedding, as well as hosting your wedding breakfast and evening reception, it is also fully licensed for wedding ceremonies.

W: thenorfolkhotel.co.uk

Lulworth Castle

Built to entertain royalty, this stunning 17th century castle is set in extensive, rolling parkland with sea views and a beautiful church and chapel in the grounds. The castle has played host to many guests through the centuries including seven monarchs and could be the unique venue you are looking for to host your special day.

Whether you’re planning a religious ceremony, civil marriage or a symbolic blessing, the raw textures of this partially-restored castle offer a truly mesmerising backdrop for your unforgettable day. Take your vows within the architectural splendour of the castle, hold a Catholic ceremony in the C18th chapel or walk down the aisle in the historic C15th St. Andrew’s Church.

Exclusively yours for the day the castle can accommodate up to 130 for a sit down meal increasing to 150 for those extra guests to help you celebrate in style and dance the night away.

W: lulworth.com

Kings Arms Hotel

Awarded Dorset’s ‘Best Wedding Venue’ in the Dorset Wedding Supplier Awards 2016 , The Kings Arms is truly unique. A boutique venue, set in a magical location, the hotel’s intimate setting oozes fairy-tale romance. With its beautifully restored Kings Pavilion and exclusive Priory wedding suite, couples can create their perfect day, tailored to suit their own individual style and theme.

With picturesque views overlooking the Avon River, Christchurch Castle and the King Arms Bowling Green, the hotel seamlessly blends tradition with exquisite contemporary style.

We would love you to attend one of our Wedding Open Days so you can look around our beautiful venue and meet our expert Wedding Coordinators.

W: harbourhotels.co.uk/hotels/the-kings/