History

St Giles was built during the 17th Century, and is the permanent home to the Earls of Shaftesbury. However, the site is a bricolage of both 16th century and 15th century elements. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the estate thrived and visited by the Prince and Princess of Wales in 1907. During the First World War, part of the house became a hospital for the wounded and then became a small girls school.

The most recent Earl of Shaftesbury Nicholas, has undertaken a large renovation since 2010 to which the beautiful house now remains in all its glory and retains plenty of its original character and history. The stylish renovation has won several awards.

Facilities

St Giles House has plenty of resplendent spaces to have your ceremony and reception that encompass romance and grandiosity. Many of the principle rooms of the main house are licensed for ceremonies and can cater up to 120 guests.

Grotto

This illustrious, unusual space is beautifully decorated with shells in a rococo style. This will give yourself and your guests a true sense of 18th century style and taste.

Ceremony Capacity - 20 guests

Wimbourne St Giles Church

Located next door to the house, the local church offers a spiritual religious ceremony for those who would prefer.

Ceremony Capacity - 120 guests

Speakeasy Basement Club

Another unique feature of St Giles House is their award winning basement club with state of the art sound and lighting systems, the best space to unwind in and dance till the early hours. With beautiful feature vaults, exposed bricks and stylish interior, this gives the house an urban trendy vibe that is completely individual to stately homes.

Reception Capacity - 200 guests

You can also choose to have an incredible marquee wedding on the extensive grounds of St Giles with the impressive Georgian exterior as a backdrop

Catering

Catering is provided by trusted partners of St Giles House. Whether you are looking to have a traditional three course meal or a more informal buffet, they can cook up a delight to suit your day.

Accommodation

St Giles House has recently completed a stylish and luxury refurbishment of the 17th Century Riding House to create eight new bedrooms for guests to stay in. Exquisite, homely, and rustic, as well as two self catering Pepperpot Lodges found just inside the gated entrance this is the perfect place to relax in after your celebrations.