Moignes Court - heritage Holidays & events
Accommodation - Inspiration - Education
History and Heritage
Moignes Court is the Oldest inhabited house in Dorset Built in 1267. Join our History tours to see the Medieval fish ponds, Historic moat, Earth works of a Roman settlement and Historic architecture of the Manor house
Family Holidays
Book your family holiday accommodation, We have everything from quirky vehicles to historic houses. Enjoy all we have to offer for families, including our fabulous playground, sports area, private woodland, Fire pit and outdoor cooking and garden room full of board games and books to borrow
Hospitality and events
Want a venue for your event or special celebration? Look no further! Moignes court house and its accompanying glamping accommodation can accommodate groups bookings of up to 30 people for intimate gatherings and educational events.
Accommodation
At Moignes Court, we offer a wonderful variety of unique places to stay, from luxurious historic houses to quirky off-grid vehicles and everything in between. Whether you’re planning a family holiday, a short break or a weekend getaway, there’s something here for everyone.
Moignes Court 1267 Historic Information
Discover the history of Moignes Court from wherever you are.
Click below to explore our virtual tour, covering the fascinating history of the house and grounds, its architecture, archaeology and the families who have called Moignes Court home.
History Tours
Venue Hire
Moignes Court is also available for exclusive private hire, offering a unique and historic setting for private events, retreats, celebrations and family gatherings. Click below to discover more about hiring the house and grounds for your own special stay or occasion.
Frequently Asked Questions
whats so special about moignes court?
Quite a lot! Moignes Court is a Grade I listed medieval manor house surrounded by 30 acres of beautiful Dorset countryside, including private woodland, ancient ponds and a Scheduled Monument. there is evidence of Roman settlement and archaeological finds discovered here. Add more than 750 years of history, there is always something new to discover at Moignes Court.
How do i get to Moignes Court?
Moignes Court is tucked away in the beautiful Dorset countryside near Weymouth, with easy access by train from London to Moreton Station, just a short distance away. Full directions, travel information and details of how to find us are available on our Contact Us page.
can i visit Moignes Court for a day trip?
Yes! During April we open Moignes Court to the public, with grounds open from 9am-1pm and guided history tours starting at 12pm each day and costing £10 per adult (under 18s free). Pre-booked private group tours with a light lunch and personal music concert are also available for groups of 10 or more at £35 per person.
Can i hire the whole of moignes court exclusively?
Yes. Moignes Court can be hired exclusively for family gatherings, celebrations, retreats, workshops and other private events. Bookings must be made a year in advance. Get in touch and tell us what you have in mind and we can help you create something special for your group.
can i stay overnight at moignes court?
Absolutely! We have an eclectic collection of places to stay, from beautiful historic accommodation to our Yummy Yurt, Magic Bus, Homely Horsebox and woodland Happy Hut. Visit our Accommodations page to explore all the options and choose your favourite
is moignes court suitable for families?
Definitely! We are a family home ourselves and love welcoming families to Moignes Court. With 30 acres of countryside, our play garden with sports area, climbing frames and games room there is plenty of space to explore, it’s a wonderful place for children to enjoy a little freedom, adventure and time in nature.
About Us
We are Ralph and Rebecca Cree. Our sons are called Ocean Cree 12 and Solar Cree 10. Our children were born in Moignes Court and they have lived here since their birth.
The house has been in the Cree family for 7 generations since it was bought by John Cree in 1826.
In 2027 as a family we decided to move out of our historic family home to gibe us the opportunity to share this beautiful building and grounds with all you lovely people.
We want to give you the opportunity to create magical family memories, become inspired by its history and heritage and celebrate special moment within its walls. We will also offer the opportunity for this historic building to hold events that are creative, educational and healing for the body mind and soul.
We cant wait to welcome you to this very special place and feel free to contact us with any questions you have about booking Moignes Court at our email [email protected]
