The Museum Inn
The Museum Inn has 3 meeting/event spaces for 25–60 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Restaurant (60).
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Restaurant | 60 | — | 20 | 40 | 25 | — | — | 85 |
| Private Dining Room | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 15 | — | — | 35 |
| Garden Terrace | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 150 |
At a glance
The Museum Inn is a beautifully restored 18th-century coaching inn set in the picturesque Dorset countryside near Blandford Forum. This award-winning boutique hotel combines historic charm with contemporary luxury, featuring eight individually designed bedrooms, elegant dining spaces, and flexible event areas. The venue offers intimate settings for private dining, small conferences, and celebrations, with capacity for up to 120 guests for receptions. Located in the charming village of Farnham, the inn provides a peaceful retreat with excellent cuisine, attentive service, and stunning rural views, making it perfect for corporate events, weddings, and special occasions.
Best suited for
- Wedding Receptions
- Corporate Events
- Business Meetings
- Private Dining
- Conferences
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- Private Dining Rooms
- Garden Terrace
- Historic Character
- Boutique Accommodation
- Award-winning Restaurant
- Private Events
- Wedding Ceremonies
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access to main areas
Location & getting there
Farnham, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DE, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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The Museum Inn is a verified boutique hotel in Blandford Forum, hosting up to 120 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does The Museum Inn have?
The Museum Inn has 3 meeting and event spaces in Blandford Forum, seating up to 60 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of The Museum Inn's largest event space?
The largest event space at The Museum Inn is Main Restaurant, with a maximum capacity of 60 guests.
What conference facilities does The Museum Inn offer?
The Museum Inn offers Free WiFi, Private Dining Rooms, Garden Terrace, Historic Character, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests for receptions, 80 for seated dining, 60 for theatre-style meetings
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full catering services with restaurant-quality cuisine and bar service
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for guests and event attendees
About The Museum Inn
The Museum Inn is a beautifully restored 18th-century coaching inn set in the picturesque Dorset countryside near Blandford Forum. This award-winning boutique hotel combines historic charm with contemporary luxury, featuring eight individually designed bedrooms, elegant dining spaces, and flexible event areas. The venue offers intimate settings for private dining, small conferences, and celebrations, with capacity for up to 120 guests for receptions. Located in the charming village of Farnham, the inn provides a peaceful retreat with excellent cuisine, attentive service, and stunning rural views, making it perfect for corporate events, weddings, and special occasions.
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