Sherborne Schools Enterprises offers weddings Sherborne Schools Enterprises offers a unique take on a wedding venue. The group, formed in July 2024, combines several long-established schools, including Sherborne Boys, Sherborne Girls, Sherborne Prep, Hanford Prep and Sherborne International. While most are based in Sherborne itself, Hanford sits 30 minutes away in Child Okeford, Dorset, surrounded by stunning rolling hills and open countryside. The appeal of these venues comes from their visual impact; they aren’t purposebuilt wedding venues; they are familiar, iconic spaces, including halls, dining rooms and sweeping lawns that provide stunning, flexible backdrops for celebrations, creating a setting that feels relaxed yet truly memorable. Depending on the space, a wedding might be arranged as a formal sit-down event or something more casual, making use of outdoor areas if the weather allows. Lawns and walled gardens can be used for drinks, photos, or just giving guests room to move around. Hanford offers a slightly different feel. Its rural, peaceful setting offers a quieter, less structured atmosphere. It provides open spaces, a beautiful Jacobean Manor and a chapel within some of Dorset’s most beautiful countryside. The Hanford estate is exclusive to the wedding couple and their loved ones, ensuring a private celebration. The Sherborne International site is designed as a single-site solution that brings the reception and guest accommodation together in one stunning location. There’s also complimentary parking for guests and a dedicated bridal party suite for the morning prep. Across the UK, schools and other historic institutions are increasingly making their spaces available for events. It’s a way of maintaining and using older buildings while also opening them up to a broader audience. sherborneschools.group Editor’s pick These stunning wedding flower arrangements were created by florist Rhiannon, founder of Bockhampton-based Willow & Wisps on the Dorset/Hampshire border. Her work is inspired by nature and trends, with bouquets and arrangements utilising foliage and dried, dyed and bleached blooms, making beautiful, current floral designs accessible to everybody. willowandwisps.com HAYLING ISLAND HONEYMOON OFFER Hayling Island Holiday Park is offering Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding readers a 15% discount on honeymoon bookings made before 31st October 2026. This offer is valid on any holiday taken before 8th November 2027 (cannot be used with any other offer). Use code WED15 when booking online via meadowbay.com/haylingisland/caravans The park offers newlyweds the chance to enjoy a laid-back beach vibe in a tranquil coastal setting with easy access to the stunning Hampshire shoreline. The Diamond and Platinum accommodation provides a romantic retreat. Each premium holiday home features a private hot tub, outdoor decking area with furniture, and cotton robes. Guests can also enjoy a fantastic range of on-site facilities and entertainment. Hayle Park Weddings celebrates the drone Hayle Park Weddings in Hampshire is a stunning wedding venue offering unforgettable celebrations in the New Forest. The talented team recently revealed that drone operators are an increasingly popular add-on to the ever-increasing recording of images at weddings. They regularly work with recommended supplier Andrew Donald, one of the region’s best drone operators, guaranteeing digital film-quality images. haleparkweddings.co.uk scarlett-cook.co.uk scarlett-cook.co.uk scarlett-cook.co.uk LATEST NEWS 15
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