Weddings

BridgeHouse Hotel makes a wonderful, intimate place for wedding ceremonies and receptions. The Hotel is available for exclusive use and can accommodate wedding parties of up to 100.  

The ceremony

Take your marriage vows at BridgeHouse in one of three rooms that are licensed for civil; marriage or partnership ceremonies, or in the famous Mapperton Gardens or Forde Abbey nearby. Alternatively, you can arrange a church service or blessing at St Mary's Church, Beaminster.

Reception rooms

THE MEDIEVAL LOUNGE

A spiritual and intimate room, the ceremony takes place in front of the 13th century inglenook fireplace. Suitable for small ceremonies up to 26 seated guests.

THE CONSERVATORY

Looking out on the ancient walled garden, this beautiful sunny room has seating for 42 and French doors leading to a patio area with a cream vaulted canopy. You will take your vows at a table dressed in white Italian linen strewn with fresh flowers and trailing ivy.

THE GEORGIAN RESTAURANT

The ceremony is conducted in front of the original Adam fireplace with candlelight reflecting against the French gilt mirrors adorning the walls. Seats 36.

A GARDEN BLESSING

Set under the magical ivory vaulted canopy you can have your blessing enjoying the atmosphere of an outdoor garden ceremony. Your vows are taken under an arch flowing with flowers. Seating for 60.