Our impressive display of snowdrops at Minterne Gardens is open to visitors to enjoy from the 1st of February. With benches dotted throughout the trail, take time to relax and breathe in the spectacular beauty provided by nature. Opening times: 10am to 5pm Entrance 2-for-1 (£10 for 2) during February only. For more information about […]
Discover Minterne Gardens: Tea, Sunshine, and Serenity
As the warmer days of spring and summer unfold, there’s no better place to soak in the beauty of the season than Mintere Gardens. Nestled in the heart of nature, our gardens offer a perfect escape from the rush of everyday life — and our Tea Terrace is at the very heart of the experience. […]
Discover Your Perfect Holiday Escape at Minterne
If you’re looking for an unforgettable holiday in the heart of the English countryside, welcome to Minterne – your gateway to the very best of Dorset and the South West. Less than two hours from Bristol airport, with fantastic rail connections nearby, Minterne is perfectly placed for you to explore a world of natural beauty, […]
Experience World-Class Dance at Ballet at Minterne – September 13th & 14th, 2025
This September, prepare to be captivated as some of the world’s finest dancers gather in the heart of Dorset for Ballet at Minterne — a spectacular weekend celebrating the magic of performance and the beauty of the performing arts. Taking place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September 2025, the stunning grounds of Minterne will […]
Music at Minterne – June 2025 Programme
We are pleased to announce details of the forthcoming Music at Minterne events taking place in June 2025, under the artistic direction of Guy Johnston. We look forward to welcoming audiences to a weekend of distinguished music-making, talks, and masterclasses, all held in the elegant surroundings of Trafalgar Hall. It is a rare and wonderful […]
RECRUITING NOW FOR OUR NEW CAFE ON THE TERRACE
We are now recruiting Part-Time Staff for our new Cafe which is opening Mid March 2023. If you are interested in working Flexible Hours as part of a team, please contact Sarah at gm@minterne.co.uk for details. Barista Training will be available. […]
The Vrost – Songs for Winter
The Vrost – Songs for Winter (Part 1 of the Dorset recital series) by Tenor Matteo Placidi accompanied by Pianist Alexandra Standing. Tenor Matteo Placidi, with the permission of Lord Digby, is delighted to welcome you to series of recitals at Minterne House. Inspired by the poetry of William Barnes his recitals coincide with the […]
Halloween Firework Display
Halloween Fireworks This Halloween Minterne House will be celebrating with a bang, quite literally! Buy your tickets on our ‘What’s on’ page. Come and enjoy a spectacular firework display on Friday 28th and Saturday 29th October at Minterne Gardens. With two nights of fireworks to choose from, pick your favourite or why not come to both!! […]
Winnie the Pooh’s Grand Adventure
MINTERNE HIMALAYAN GARDENS Minterne Magna, Dorset DT2 7AU OCTOBER 2022 “It’s the first day of autumn! A time of hot chocolatey mornings, and toasty marshmallow evenings, and, best of all, leaping into leaves!” Glorious October, all red and gold, with mellow mornings when the valleys are cloaked with delicate mists and the […]
HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II 1926 – 2022
HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II 1926 – 2022 Elizabeth II’s reign of 70 years and 214 days is the longest of any British monarch and the second-longest recorded of any monarch of a sovereign country. As we reflect on a life that was spent in decades of service to her country, we would like […]