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The Priory Country House Hotel & Restaurant

4.6(403)
Hotel

About

The Priory Country House Hotel & Restaurant blends 16th-century charm with modern comfort in a historic Grade II-listed building set beside the River Frome. Its individually designed rooms mix antique and 20th-century furnishings, offering a quiet retreat just a 10-minute walk from Wareham's shops and restaurants.

The Garden Room Restaurant showcases local Dorset ingredients with refined, food-led dining, while JJ's Speakeasy serves craft cocktails in a cosy, sophisticated setting. The hotel’s riverside gardens and elegant event spaces provide a distinctive backdrop for business gatherings and private events.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with historic charm
  • Riverside dining & client dinners
  • Small group meetings in elegant settings

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

16th-century Grade II-listed country house
Historic Architecture
16th-century Grade II-listed country house
The Priory Wareham is housed in a refined 16th-century building featuring a curated blend of antique furnishings and elegant 20th-century pieces, all bathed in warm, inviting light. Its historic character creates a distinctive setting for business
Landscaped gardens along the River Frome
Riverside Gardens
Landscaped gardens along the River Frome
The hotel’s grounds extend to the riverside, offering beautifully maintained gardens that provide a tranquil outdoor space for gatherings or breaks during events, with direct access to scenic hiking routes.
The Garden Room Restaurant and JJ’s Speakeasy Bar
Food & Beverage
The Garden Room Restaurant and JJ’s Speakeasy Bar
An upmarket restaurant serving dishes crafted from the finest local Dorset ingredients, paired with a carefully curated wine list. JJ’s Speakeasy offers handcrafted cocktails in a cosy, sophisticated atmosphere, ideal for post-meeting relaxation.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 403 reviews