The Italian Villa
One of Dorset’s most prestigious wedding and events venues.
Arranged across three elegant floors, The Italian Villa includes a balcony overlooking the Italian Garden and exclusive use of the venue for your event. Couples, companies and private hosts can also enjoy use of the Italian Garden as an outdoor entertaining space, with the support of an experienced events team throughout.
The venue can accommodate smaller events, including corporate gatherings from 30 guests and intimate wedding receptions from 65 guests, as well as larger occasions for up to 180 guests for seated dining or 250 guests for standing events. Facilities include lifts to all floors, air conditioning, built-in sound systems and speakers, a stage, and audiovisual screens.
For more information, call +44 (0)1202 030727 or email info@thevillacomptonacres.com.
Office hours:
Monday to Saturday: 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Planning a Wedding?
Set within the stunning gardens of Compton Acres, The Italian Villa offers a romantic and elegant setting for your wedding, with exclusive use of all three floors and access to the Italian Garden for ceremonies, drinks, and photographs.
Couples and guests can explore 10 acres of inspiring, historic gardens, from the Japanese and Heather Gardens to the Wooded Valley and candlelit grotto, providing exceptional backdrops for your day.
Fully licensed for civil ceremonies, The Italian Villa is managed by the Merna family and supported by an experienced team, ensuring every detail is taken care of so you can focus on celebrating with family and friends.
Planning an Event?
The Italian Villa is an elegant setting for private celebrations and corporate events, offering flexible indoor suites and the Italian Garden for both intimate gatherings and larger parties of up to 250 guests.
From birthdays and anniversaries to board meetings, team days or product launches, our experienced event planners and chefs create bespoke menus, drinks, and layouts, ensuring every celebration is seamless, memorable, and tailored to your needs.
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