Hooke Court

Beaminster, South West England

14th century Manor once owned by the Dukes of Bolton
24 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland to explore
Farm animals including turkeys, geese, rare breed sheep and pigs
Glamping in Bell Tents, Round House and Saxon House
Aelfric Hall available for parties, weddings and conferences

Hooke Court is a 14th century Manor near Beaminster in Dorset, once owned by the Dukes of Bolton and the Earl of Sandwich, now lovingly renovated and sleeping up to 23 guests. The Manor offers eleven bedrooms, a drawing room and games room, while the smaller Gate House has four bedrooms and its own garden. Guests can explore 24 acres of grounds, visit farm animals and sit by the lake, or choose glamping in Bell Tents, a Round House or Saxon House. The beautifully refurbished Aelfric Hall suits parties, weddings and conferences. Just 10½ miles from West Bay and close to the Dorset coastline, the setting is also near Beaminster Museum and Maiden Newton station.

How far to…

West Bay: 10½ miles
Station: 4.5 miles
Beaminster Museum: 3.1 miles

Practical details

Open: Self-catering lets available during school holidays

Accommodation on site

Manor house rooms
Gate House
Bell Tents (glamping)
Round House and Saxon House (glamping)

Details taken from the operator's own website on 5 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.

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Sleeps: 23
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🏖️ Nearest beaches

East Beach at West Bay —7.6 mi
Hive Excellent7.7 mi
West Bay (West) Excellent7.7 mi

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Maiden Newton 4.5 miles
Chetnole 6 miles
Crewkerne 7 miles

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