Sculpture By The Lakes
Pallington Lakes, Pallington, Dorchester, DT2 8QU -
Up to
300 guests
External Catering
allowed
Sculpture by the Lakes is an enchanting twenty-six-acre park showcasing an extraordinary collection of more than thirty sculptures by renowned artist, Simon Gudgeon. His work is featured in prominent collections around the world, including those of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, HRH Prince Charles and TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Simon’s sculptures can also be seen in Hyde Park and America’s National Museum of Wildlife Art.
For the very first time, the wonderful Sculpture by the Lakes is available for exclusive private hire on Mondays and Tuesdays. Options include the use of the entire twenty-six acres of outstanding art and nature for the day, access to the entire park including the lakes, The Retreat, The Island, The Pavilion, The River Keeper’s Hut, parking, introduction to Simon Gudgeon and his work, discount on available sculptures.
So, whether you are looking for a film location, a beautiful estate for a summer party, a team-building venue, wanting to renew your wedding vows, a 60th birthday party or a backdrop for a photoshoot, Sculpture by the Lakes will provide the most perfect, unique setting.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 300
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Amenities
Premises parking
Space rules
Cancellation policy
100% refundable 5 days before the event
Location
Reviews
Mohima Collins
January 2025We started with food. French toast was delicious, buttery fluffy brioche bread and it had a lovely caramelised sugar crust on top. The cream and compote served alongside was perfect. The avocado, egg, and bacon selection was wonderful, cooked to perfection and tasted fantastic. We were tempted by the cherry cheesecake (we missed out on a cherry dessert somewhere else recently and that needed to be fulfilled!) And we weren't disappointed! No-bake, rich, thick, cheesecake, with an incredibly light base, and delicious set cherry jelly. It was so good, we almost forgot to take a photo till the end! Setting was calm, warm and inviting, staff were lovely girls. The shop was well stocked and lots of interesting things for sale. The loos were clean and modern, not what I was expecting for a place out in the sticks. The walk around the sculptures was calm, peaceful and very interesting. There were a few that we really liked and some we didn't understand the meaning. We enjoyed our time out and look forward to coming in the summer where there appears to be a outdoor eating/bbq area.
Peter Hayes
March 2025This is a calm place that is great for getting away from it all. There are plenty of wild birds and fresh air. The cafe on site is great. It's good value, and the service was outstanding. We are looking forward to returning in the summer
Mike Mattinson
February 2025Visited in January..not much colour at the moment. But in the warmer months this place would be something else.a bit cold but a very nice relaxing walk around the lakes with a coffee..dogs welcome. Which is a bonus..Will try & visit again in summer..
Carolyn Hawkins
October 2024Saw this place on Four in a bed as we are nearby took a trip today lovely lunch in the cafe (free entry to cafe as is the shop & toilets also exceptionally clean) booked online and staff knowledgeable enjoyed a sunny walk approx 1.30 hrs around the lakes and sculptures. Best seen on a dry clear day easy to walk around and found several pods /lodges for hire daily in secluded areas bbq areas for groups /'functions. Pleasantly pleased roads leading to venue are single lanes drive carefully these roads are quite busy from main Dorchester/poole roads. Something different.
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