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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022
Last update: June 2024
Sopley Mill is a charming wedding venue in Christchurch, Dorset. Much of its main building still has the original features of the vintage watermill with its rich oak beams. Here, you and yours can enjoy incredible views over the Avon water meadows, flanked on both sides by the Avon River. This fantastic location is completely private without a house in view– and it’s also conveniently minutes from central Bournemouth and Christchurch.
Facilities and Capacity
You and your party will have exclusive access to the venue’s get-ready facilities for a comfortable day-of preparation. There are three main floors to the building linked by a lift. The top floor has seating space for 100 individuals and a functional kitchen. You will find a dance floor and ceremony room on the second floor, while the ground floor is ideally suited for some rest and relaxation. Two rooms are licensed primarily for wedding ceremonies, and you also have the option to get married outside on the terrace. In the summer months, this expansive terrace is an ideal reception area; however, there is plenty of room on the ground floor in case of unforeseen weather changes. During the winter, you can enjoy the two log fires, many candlelit rooms, and twinkly lights that make the Mill warm, cosy, and romantic.
Services Offered
Whether your wedding is small and intimate or a larger gathering, Sopley Mill is versatile for either. The venue offers two different rental options for couples, including hiring the building on its own and designing every detail themselves. Alternatively, those who desire help and guidance can find all the assistance they need courtesy of the in-house event staff. A list of recommended vendors is available and provides you with contacts who can make planning your big day a breeze. Additional benefits included in your rental range from on-site parking for 80 cars, good local hotels for accommodation, and wheelchair access within the main building.
- Woman-owned
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Sopley Mill is holding a free Wedding Open Day on Sunday 20th October 2024 for couples who are currently looking for their potential wedding venue!
Please click the link on Eventbrite for tickets.
This is a great chance for you to explore Sopley Mill and meet the team. We have time slots available in order to maximise the time you spend here and ensure you can make the most of it. The time slots are: 10am - 11am, 11am – 12pm, 12pm – 1pm, 1pm – 2pm, 2pm – 3pm, 3pm – 4pm.
There are a limited amount of spaces per time slot, so please ensure that you register through eventbrite with the time slot that you want to guarantee entry at a quieter time period.
Sopley Mill staff will be based in the office on site dealing with any enquiries. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch via email.
We look forward to welcoming you to Sopley Mill.
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