Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole is a hotel destination wedding venue in Poole, United Kingdom, hosting 90 at dinner and 150 standing.

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

PooleEngland, United Kingdom

Set in a historic building in Poole with sea views, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole hosts legal ceremonies on site for up to 90 seated guests, with seated dining for 90 and standing receptions for up to 150.

Guests
90 at dinner150 standing
Rooms
38 rooms, sleep 76
Cost
£45 to £120a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
SOU

About the venue

Set in a historic building in Poole with sea views, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole hosts legal ceremonies on site for up to 90 seated guests, with seated dining for 90 and standing receptions for up to 150.

The hotel's 38 bedrooms sleep 76, spanning Classic Double, Deluxe Double, Signature Suite and Suite room types, so your party can stay where they celebrate.

Indoor and outdoor receptions are both possible, with gardens, an on-site bar, parking and in-house catering, plus a banquet hall and conference space.

Pricing runs from GBP 45 to GBP 120 per head and includes an on-site coordinator, with a minimum of 10 guests.

  • Legal ceremonies on site, seated for up to 90 guests
  • 38 bedrooms sleeping 76, including Signature Suite and Suite options
  • Standing receptions for up to 150; seated dining for 90
  • GBP 45-120 per head, coordinator included, minimum 10 guests

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole cost?
The venue quotes £45 to £120 a head.
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How many guests does Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole hold?
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole holds 90 at dinner and 150 standing.
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Can guests stay at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole?
Yes. 38 rooms, sleeping 76.
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How do guests get to Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole?
Fly into SOU.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
90 guests
Standing reception
150 guests
Ceremony, seated
90 guests
Smallest party taken
10 guests

Staying over

Rooms
38 rooms
Sleeps
76 guests
Room types
4 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No

House rules

Exclusive use required
No
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes
Nearest airport
SOU
Parking
Yes

Questions about the venue

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Can we hold our legal ceremony at the hotel?
Yes. Legal ceremonies can take place on site, with seating for up to 90 guests.
What does the per-head price cover?
Pricing is GBP 45 to GBP 120 per head and includes an on-site wedding coordinator. Catering is handled in house.
Do we need to book the whole hotel?
No. A full buyout is available if you want it, but neither buyout nor exclusive use is required.
Can we bring our own wine?
Yes, corkage is allowed. The hotel also has an on-site bar.
Are children and pets welcome?
Yes, both children and pets are allowed, and parking is available on site.

Weddings held here

2025 · Port Room
Louise & Stuart

The Port Room looked gorgeous; the bar staff and waiting staff were friendly and flexible; the staff were brilliant with our littlest guests and as ever the food was stunning.

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2024
Charlene & Marcus

We had our wedding reception here on the 1st June 2024.

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2024
Chris & Julie

Our wedding at the Hotel du Vin was the best it could have been!

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2024
Tim & Paula

So convenient to have ceremony and celebrations in one place.

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  • Seated dinner: 90 guests

    “Our large 90 seat classically styled Bistro, with open plan kitchen, is the heart of the Hotel and is perfect for larger weddings and evening receptions with a large courtyard terrace just outside.”
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  • Standing reception: 150 guests

    “The Bistro: Ideal for larger receptions, it accommodates up to 100 guests for a wedding breakfast and 150 for an evening party.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 90 guests

    “Ceremony: 90”
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  • Smallest party taken: 10 guests

    “Minimum number of guests: 10”
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  • Rooms: 38 rooms

    “Formerly known as the Mansion House, Hotel du Vin Poole is an impressive Georgian style building with 38 timelessly styled bedrooms and stunning suites, all featuring luxurious handsprung mattresses, fine Egyptian linen, deep baths and powerful drench showers, plasma TVs and air conditioning.”
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  • Sleeps: 76 guests

    “Sleeps: 76”
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  • Room types: 4 listed

    “Signature Suite”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “And if you prefer, you can have the run of the whole hotel exclusively for you and your guests.”
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  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “And if you prefer, you can have the run of the whole hotel exclusively for you and your guests.”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “The venue is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, so you can enjoy your entire wedding day in one stunning location.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Choose one of our set menus, put together your own with our ‘Selector’, or create your very own bespoke dining experience with our talented Head Chef.”
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  • Bring your own wine: Yes

    “Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Our bar offers a generous selection of wines, beers, and spirits, along with an array of refreshing cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.”
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  • Price: £45 to £120 per head

    “Price: £45.00 – £120.00 pp”
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  • Included: A coordinator

    “Your own dedicated personal Wedding Coordinator Plan your wine list with our Sommelier Sample your menu with a tasting including wine by the glass for two (not available for buffets) A complimentary room upgrade if booking the night of your menu tasting An introductory meeting with your dedicated Wedding Host who will ensure your day runs perfectly Any required luggage storage”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “And if you prefer, you can have the run of the whole hotel exclusively for you and your guests.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “We are also a pet-friendly hotel, so your four-legged friends can join you on your adventure.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Please note that extra beds can only be supplied for children aged 3-14 years old, and are only available in deluxe rooms or suites, £30 is charged per extra bed, per night.”
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  • Nearest airport: SOU

    “SOU”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “We have ten car parking spaces on site at our hotel, seven located under a small archway just before the hotel, and a further three against the wall on the right-hand side.”
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  • Event spaces: Conference space and banquet hall

    “Conference space”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Our large 90 seat classically styled Bistro, with open plan kitchen, is the heart of the Hotel and is perfect for larger weddings and evening receptions with a large courtyard terrace just outside.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “The courtyard's sail-like awning invites you to dine under the stars.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “The hotel near Poole harbour boasts an enviable location near the quay, offering stunning views of Poole Harbour and the rolling Purbeck Hills in the distance.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Exquisite private rooms, gorgeous suites, a tranquil terraced garden and heavenly dining.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Hotel du Vin Poole occupies a Grade II* listed Georgian mansion at 11 Thames Street, built in 1776 for one of the town's most prominent merchant families.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Sail through it with your own wedding organiser who will make sure your dream turns into a reality.”
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£45 to £120a head

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