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    Licensed for wedding ceremoniesUp to 110 day guests · 200 in the eveningMidweek and winter offersPlaces to stay nearby for your guestsBook a viewing on the venue’s website

    Highcliffe · Dorset

    Weddings at Highcliffe Castle

    Castle & historic 💍 Licensed for ceremonies 🔑 Exclusive use

    Price guide Ceremony only from £1,215; ceremony & reception from £7,645 (2026)

    💍 The venue

    Romantic Gothic Revival clifftop castle with a glass-fronted Wintergarden overlooking the sea.

    Style
    Castle & historic · Coastal
    Finish time
    Reception hire until 11pm

    🥂 On the day

    ✓ You can hold the legal ceremony here.

    • 🍴 Approved caterers
    • 📦 No: dry hire
    • 🔑 Exclusive use
    • 🐕 Dogs welcome
    • ♿ Step-free
    • 🏷 Midweek & winter offers

    📍 Getting there & staying

    Address
    Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 4LE
    By train
    Hinton Admiral (~3 km)
    Rooms
    Places to stay nearby below

    Worth knowing: Choice of four preferred caterers — external caterers not permitted. Intimate weddings (50) from £3,650 Mon–Thu; ceremony-only pricing Sun–Fri.

    Guest numbers, prices and rules come from the venue and wedding directories and change often – always confirm with the venue before you book. More wedding venues in Dorset →

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