Dorchester Wedding Venue Hire
Dorchester Corn Exchange – a Perfect Wedding Venue from only £500
Celebrate your big day in a venue that combines historic charm with modern elegance. Located in the heart of the County Town, Dorchester Corn Exchange is licensed for ceremonies and perfect for receptions of all sizes. Close to all transport links, the venue can be hired in its entirety or room by room for more intimate ceremonies.
The Corn Exchange itself offers a vaulted ceiling, full lighting and sound provision for music and can seat 120 people at tables. The historic Town Hall is full of natural light and is perfect for more intimate ceremonies or smaller receptions. Either or both spaces can be booked, providing flexible spaces perfect for whatever you need. As you enter the building the Corn Exchange Café and bar offers an additional space for guests to be served food and drink and be welcomed in style.
So, whether you envision a classic ceremony or a vibrant modern celebration, make an appointment today to view the venue and see what we can offer and how you could use it. Booking the whole building can cost as little as £500, so fill out our enquiry form via the link above or call us now on 01305 266926 and speak to venue manager Sam Wood to arrange a tour.
A testimonial from happy couple Rebecca and Marek !
We got married at The Corn Exchange in April 2026 and hired the whole venue for our ceremony, reception and party, for 100 guests. It was perfect. The venue and staff were absolutely amazing and we cannot recommend them highly enough. The historic windows in the room upstairs provided a stunning backdrop for our ceremony, the bar area – newly refurbished – was perfect for drinks and canapes, and the main hall ideal for dinner and dancing. From the moment we looked round the venue, Sam and the team went out of their way to answer all our questions, liaise with our suppliers and help us with our plans. The caretakers, who were on hand to help on the day, were also fantastic, ensuring everything ran seamlessly. The bar staff were brilliant. It is a very special building and it was wonderful to find a venue where we could spend the whole day, from vows to disco! A huge thanks to the whole team at The Corn Exchange for a day we will never forget.
Rebecca and Marek
