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About

On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: March 2026

“PLATFORM” is a unique wedding venue in the heart of West Bay, Bridport, Dorset and a few steps from the sandy beach and famous golden cliffs. These beautifully restored WWI train carriages a a perfect choice if you're looking for a blend of quirkiness and luxury that commands attention and stands out from the crowd. Their events are creative in design and faultless in execution. They are proud to showcase the very best that the West Country has to offer, and they can't wait to help you celebrate your special day in comfort and style.

Facilities and Capacity

Platform seats up to 90 guests. The old Station House cocktail bar offers seating for up to 25 people, the Station House also offers a great space for evening entertainment, a band or other options! Platform isn't just a venue; it's an experience of a kind you won't find anywhere else in Dorset.

Services Offered

Platform offers a choice of wedding packages, and their team is happy to tailor your package to suit your particular needs. They have an in-house celebrant who would be more than happy to perform a wedding blessing and they are a fully licensed venue. Their menu is a celebration of seasonal West Country produce, offering seafood, from our own coastline. It offers everything from pan-roasted lemon sole to wild mushroom, champagne, and truffle linguine, afternoon tea, Aged Dartmoor beef alongside all those traditional pub classics which they elevate to another level. There is also a selection of cheeses, delicious West Country gelato, old-fashioned steamed ginger sponge pudding, and a cheesecake of the day for dessert. Feel free to reach out for further information. They would love to discuss ideas and help you explore the wide range of options they offer and every menu is created bespoke to each couple. They can't wait to help make your wedding celebration unique and unforgettable, full Wedding planning is included in all Wedding packages at no additional cost.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Coastal weddings
Unusual weddings
Historic
Landmark
Marquees and tents
Barn
Outdoor license
Tipis and yurts
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for PLATFORM

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Tim Sent on 25/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

All Aboard for the perfect wedding day!

We held our wedding at the Platform in May and Claire and the team could not have made the day feel more special. The preparations were relaxed, with great ideas and suggestions and no extra stress. Everything seemed so effortless for the team and even a few last minute changes and decisions didn’t phase them. The team were so friendly and relaxed on the day - hiding no doubt all the work going on behind the scenes, but making sure all of us had the best time. The venue itself was an absolute hit with guests and the location was perfect for some wedding photos on the beach. Of course the food was just exceptional - the evening buffet was knock-out! We couldn’t recommend the Platform highly enough for any landmark event and were delighted to have been able to tie the knot at such an amazing place with such great people involved.
Vicki
Vicki Sent on 24/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue, Beautiful Food & All Round Beautiful Day!

We landed on our feet when our original venue booked was sold and we came across the Platform instead! I honestly can’t have asked for a more perfect wedding. The venue was beautiful and the team there are amazing! Claire really knows her stuff and you can tell everyone that works on her team genuinely enjoys being there!

It is cheesy but it really was the best day of our lives and the venue played a huge part in that! It wouldn’t have been the same under any other roof!

Food and drink was all lovely! 🥰

The staff were amazing, I was never told no and any questions or requests were met with positive advice or support!

One of the girls took some photos for us in the evening when the photographer had finished as we had sparklers and they’re actually some of my favourites from the day!

I wouldn’t hesitate in trusting the platform for your big day!
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West bay DT6 4EW Bridport (Dorset)
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