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Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

A subtropical botanical treasure trove of rare and exotic plants on the Dorset Jurassic coast.

Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, Dorset, DT3 4LA

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

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Weddings

Free admission to members of Historic Houses when you show a valid membership card.
Free admission to members of Historic Houses when you show a valid membership card.
Capacity
  • 100+
Licences
  • Civil
Venue Types
  • Marquee space
Facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Guest parking
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Spread across 30 acres, these gardens were originally established as a kitchen garden by the first Countess of Ilchester in 1756. Now, they serve as a serene setting for special events, where friends and loved ones can gather together for your unforgettable wedding occasion.

You and your guests may enter the private wedding garden at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens through an exclusive wrought-iron gateway which leads to this botanic paradise. Surrounded by exotic trees, spectacular shrubs, and fragrant florals, you and your beloved can say ‘I do’ in the Wooden Gazebo. This charming structure is fully licenced to host civil ceremonies and offers an idyllic outdoor location for your vow exchange. Afterwards, guests have exclusive evening access to all that the grounds here have to offer. Attendees can roam the winding paths and admire the ample vegetation while sipping champagne during a relaxed drinks reception. While guests mingle, you can take advantage of the abundance of unique wedding photo opportunities available here. For your wedding breakfast, the permanent Wedding Marquee provides the perfect spot. Here, up to 150 people can be comfortably accommodated for a seated occasion. This purpose-built structure keeps events connected to the natural surroundings with its glass-panelled walls and natural wood flooring. Here, guests are welcome to drink, dine, and dance the night away surrounded by the stunning landscape that this property provides.

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Facilities for the perfect wedding

We have an amazing setting for you to celebrate with family and friends. 30-acre of subtropical garden to yourself and your guests from 5pm. The “gardens” offer amazing backgrounds for gorgeous photographs and videos.

Hold your ceremony in an exclusive area accessed via a private gateway. As your guests look on, take your vows in our charming gazebo, licensed for civil ceremonies.

Our new purpose-built weddings and events Pavilion nestles amid exotic planting . Seating up to 120 people, this light and airy space with clear panelled walls and wide entrances allows guests to feel they are truly a part of the gardens.

Thomas & Jodi

We have been visiting the Subtropical Gardens since we had our first child and have always loved being there. After our first pre-wedding visit we fell in love with the place and knew it was the ideal setting for our wedding reception. Jess, Martin and the team were all so amazing and great to deal with, the actual wedding day was absolutely beautiful.

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

Testimonials

We would just like to say a massive thank you to you all for making Hannah & Sam’s big day so perfect. The grounds looked absolutely beautiful. We could have asked for no more.

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

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