Photo: Warmwell House by Mike Searle, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Warmwell House is a Grade I listed historic house in Dorset, and a member of Historic Houses. Read about its history, architecture and gardens, plus how to visit and what's nearby.
About Warmwell House
Warmwell House is a Grade I listed Jacobean manor house a few miles southeast of Dorchester in Dorset.
Built in the early 17th century, it remains a private family home while also serving as a venue for weddings and private events.
The house has ten bedrooms, most with en suite bathrooms, available for overnight stays.
The current owners undertook a substantial restoration programme before opening the property to guests.
It is listed with Historic Houses.
History of Warmwell House
Warmwell House dates from the early 17th century, built during the Jacobean period when Dorset's landed families were rebuilding earlier timber halls in brick and stone. The current owners carried out a substantial restoration programme before opening the house for weddings and private events, while it remains their family home.
Architecture of Warmwell House
The house features tall chimneys characteristic of Jacobean manor houses. Its Grade I listing reflects the survival of significant early 17th-century fabric.
Gardens & grounds at Warmwell House
The grounds are used as a setting for summer weddings and outdoor events.
Plan your visit to Warmwell House
Nearest station: Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station (2.5 miles)
Places to visit near Warmwell House
Moignes Court
View Moignes Court on heritage mapWhite Nothe
View White Nothe on heritage mapMax Gate
View Max Gate on heritage mapRomano-Celtic temple and associated remains at Jordan Hill
View Romano-Celtic temple and associated remains at Jordan Hill on heritage mapThomas Hardy's Cottage
View Thomas Hardy's Cottage on heritage mapHistoric places nearby
Within 5 miles of Warmwell House there are 5 historic properties, including 3 historic buildings, across National Trust, English Heritage and Historic Houses sites.
Within 10 miles of Warmwell House there are 11 historic properties, including 5 historic buildings, 3 archaeological sites and 2 historic houses, across English Heritage, National Trust and Historic Houses sites.
Within 20 miles of Warmwell House there are 29 historic properties, including 11 historic buildings, 7 archaeological sites and 6 historic houses, across English Heritage, National Trust and Historic Houses sites.
Facts
A private Jacobean manor in Hardy's Dorset, restored and opened for weddings while remaining a family home.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- Dorset, England
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