Merley House

Ghost Hunt
2021-10-22 20:00 - 2021-10-23 02:00 (Europe/London) | Merley House, Merley House Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3AA, United Kingdom
Prepare for a spooky night of ghost hunting at Merley House, an 18th century, grade 1 listed, Georgian manor house that has been home to many notable people over the years as well as being used by the war office during the second World War. Over 250 years of history, several reported deaths and many reports of ghostly activity make Merley House a top location for ghost hunts.
On a ghost hunt with Haunted Houses you will have exclusive access to the building/location during the evening. You will learn all about ghost hunting and the techniques used to encourage paranormal activity. We have a whole host of scientific ghost hunt equipment for you to use to aid communication with the spirits. You can take part in Ouija boards, glass divination and table tipping; the more traditional ghost hunt techniques. Or simply sitting in the dark and asking for the spirits to interact with you. Lone vigils (ghost hunting alone) will also be offered where available. During your evening you will be split into smaller groups so you can get the most out of your experience. If you are new to ghost hunting we warn you now – by the end of the night you may just become addicted to the fascinating and intriguing world of ghost hunting.
This is a real ghost hunt experience, there is no fakery, no tricks, what are you waiting for? Book your places today from just £20 deposit!
Haunted Houses look forward to welcoming you at this amazing building and sharing a night that you will not forget.
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CALM BEFORE THE STORM - A recital of art song and operatic arias
2021-10-17 17:00
Hurn Court Opera presents a recital of art song and operatic arias by Natasha Page, soprano, Angharad Rowlands, mezzo-soprano and Konrad Jaromin, bass-baritone. HCO provides quality performance opportunities for talented young classical singers at the start of their careers
Tickets from £15
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Paranormal Investigation
2021-10-15 20:00 - 2021-10-16 02:00
Portal to the Paranormal will be joining us for a ghost hunt on the 15th October, 8:00pm – 2:00am
Tickets £35!
Deposit option available! We would like to reassure you that if any booking is made for a location that later has to be cancelled due to COVID – 19 or any other circumstance, we will offer a FULL refund or transfer to a future date or event.
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Proms in the Park
2021-08-30 18:00 - 21:30, 2021-08-29 18:00 - 21:30
A “Proms in the Park” concert presented by Poole Symphonic Concert Band.
Site opens: 18:00
Performance begins: 19:00
Performance ends: Around 21:30
Arrival to site – You will be directed to the car park and make your way to the event entrance which will be clearly sign posted.
Seating – We advise you bring something to sit on e.g. a picnic blanket or camping chair. Don’t forget your sweater or a shoulder blanket as it does get a bit chilly later on!
We look forward to welcoming you to Merley House!
Tickets available here
*Please note – This event may be affected in the event of extreme bad weather or further COVID 19 restrictions.

Aspiration through Inspiration - Joely Koos
2020-10-30 10:00 - 15:30
For full details click here
To register your interest, please contact ali.kay@talktalk.net

Aspiration through Inspiration - Catherine Martin
2020-10-28 10:00 - 15:30

Paranormal Investigation hosted by Paranormal Pastimes
2020-03-14 20:00
Come and join the team at Paranormal Pastimes on a paranormal investigation of Merley House!
You will be using a variety of equipment plus your own senses to see if you can capture evidence of the people that lived and worked at Merley in years gone by.
Refreshments included throughout the investigation.
8pm – 1am
£30 per person
Book your tickets here

Festive Wreath Workshop
2019-12-15 13:00 - 16:30

A Very Merry Merley Christmas - with live music from The Orlando Singers
2019-12-08 17:00
Join the Orlando Singers to get the festive season off to a stylish start, in the elegant surroundings of Merley House, overlooking Wimborne.
With well-loved carols, some lesser known but with a true Dorset flavour, and a chance to join in your old favourites, this is an afternoon not to miss. A fully-stocked licensed bar complete the attractions of this exclusive event!
Audience numbers are strictly limited in the intimate setting of Merley House, so book yours early to avoid disappointment.
Tickets £10, available here

Yoga & Nutrition Day-Retreat for “Radiance & Anti-Aging”
2019-11-24 09:00
Are you interested in learning yoga, nutrition and well-being? Starting November 24th, we are pleased to welcome instructors Jane and Barbara who will be hosting “Radiance”- The Ultimate Day-Retreat in Anti-Aging.
This fantastic full day event will cover detoxification, emotional health, improving sleep, plus much more! For full details and to book your place, please visit the Eventbrite page

Paranormal investigation
2019-11-23 20:00
Come and join Paranormal Pastimes on a paranormal investigation at Merley House Wimborne.
We will be investigating this lovely building, from the beautiful rooms upstairs to the very spooky cellars. You will be using a variety of equipment plus your own senses to see if you can capture evidence of the people that lived and worked in this house in years gone by.
With a history of being a family home, being requisitioned by the War office, and its past links to the slave trade it is not surprising that staff at the House regularly report Ghostly Encounters and visitors to the house report seeing mysterious figures who just walk through walls!
Refreshments included throughout the Investigation.
£30 per person
Tickets available here

Songs of Love, Lust & Laughter!
2019-11-16 12:45

Paranormal investigation
2019-11-02 20:00 - 2019-11-03 02:00
Join the team from Paranormal Adventures as they return to Merley House for a night of ghost hunting!
Tea & Coffee will be available throughout the evening
Limited numbers available so booking early is advisable
Price £35 per person
For more details and to book your place, click here

The Wimborne Fashion Show
2019-10-25 19:00

PRIZEWINNERS' RECITAL
2019-10-06 17:00
Featuring the winners of the 2019 Hurn Court Opera Singing Competition.
Tickets £15
Email foothart@gmail.com, 07717 570333, or on the door

Wedding Showcase Day
2019-09-29 11:00

Paranormal investigation - Sold Out
2019-08-30 20:00 - 2019-08-31 02:00

Picnic On The Lawn - with live music from 20 to 1 Big Band
2019-08-18 12:00 - 15:30
Come and enjoy live music from 20 to 1 Big Band on the grounds of Merley House near Wimborne. We’ll be playing a range of music which will include swing, latin, jive, funk and rock tunes for you all to enjoy your picnic and drink to.
The bar & BBQ will be open from 12:00 with live music between 13:00 – 15:30.
Free parking and entry. Bring your own picnic and something to sit on!
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*Subject to weather conditions*

Quarterjack Quilters Patchwork & Quilting Exhibition
2019-07-25 10:00 - 2019-07-27 16:00

Dorset Chamber Choir presents A Summer Gloria
2019-07-20 19:30
Tickets will also be available on the door

With a song in my heart
2019-07-07 19:30

Royal Ascot Ladies Day
2019-06-20 12:30

The John Seldon Masterclass with DR CLAIRE RUTTER
2019-06-09 16:00
International soprano Claire Rutter will generously work with a selected group of emerging young singers and perform of some of her favourite repertoire.
Tickets £20
Email; foothart@gmail.com, 07717 570333, or on the door

Linda Huxter's Charity Fundraiser Table Top Sale
2019-06-09 10:00 - 13:00

Charity Quiz Night
2019-05-18 19:30

Wedding Showcase - Sunday 10th March
2019-03-10 11:00 - 15:00
Our bi-annual showcase day is back! Join us on the 10th March between 11am and 3pm!
Are you engaged and on the hunt for the perfect venue for your wedding day? Or are you looking for all the extra bits that make your wedding day unique to you? Come along to our showcase day and see how stunning Merley House is! You’ll have the chance to have a look around a wedding-ready Merley House, meet our staff, chat to our recommended suppliers and enjoy a glass of Prosecco!
Merley House will be open from 11am-3pm, with our recommended suppliers and their stands throughout the house. The suppliers at our showcase days cover almost every possible aspect of organising a wedding from photography to stationery and chairs covers to chocolate fountains. The two most popular function rooms will be set up for a ceremony and a wedding breakfast, to allow you to get a real feel of how Merley House would look on your wedding.
Let us know you’re coming along by responding to our event on Facebook and you’ll also be able to keep up to date with the latest news!

Questa Camera Concert
2019-03-02 19:30 - 22:00
Professional chamber orchestra Questa Camera and soprano Merilee Brunet debut at Merley House with a concert including La Traviata, the Haydn Keyboard Concerto in F Major, Ladies in Lavender, The Man That Got Away, Bach-Gounod’s Ave Maria, Elgar’s Chanson de Matin, The Swan from Carnival of the Animals, Vissi d’Arte from Tosca, Caro Nome from Rigoletto, Meditation from Thais and, as ever, some surprises!

Friday 1st Feb - Cabaret & French Music
2019-02-01 20:00 - 22:00
Citizens Advice Bournemouth Christchurch & Poole would like to invite you to an evening of Cabaret & French Music at Merley House on 1st February 2019.
Wimborne BH21 3AA
Friday 1st February 2019
Start: 8pm
Ticket Price: £15
For Tickets call: 01202 290967
Email: jane.clark@citabournemouthpoole.co.uk

Meg has sung all her life and has performed various concert parties as a solo performer. Meg studied singing at both school and university and spent a year of her degree studying French chanson with Julia Jaquiot in Paris. Meg taught French and Italian at Parkstone Grammar School where she co-directed a musical every 2 years. In the last 8 -10 years Meg has been studying voice with Joy Atkinson in Bournemouth.

Sam graduated from Jesus College, Cambridge in 2008 reading Music. He plays keyboards for alternative rock band Oposium, has appeared as soloist for performances of Rachmaninov’s Second Piano Concerto, Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” and Constant Lambert’s “Rio Grande” (with planned performances of Rachmaninov’s Third and “Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini”), and spent two years conducting Jesus College Orchestra.

Dean is a very experienced Musical Director in the West End and involved in both Spamalot and Taboo. He specialises in new musical writing. He has been working in the music industry for many years with vast experience in Children’s Theatre, Pantomime, Educational Theatre, International Touring Theatre, National Theatre, Regional Theatre, UK Touring Theatre, Comedy, Live Events, Musicals, New Writing and Outdoor Events.

Helen went to UCL, University College London, where she studied French and Italian. She now works in the Colosseum Theatre in London as an Assistant Producer and Administrator. Since being a teenager, Helen has always been fascinated by opera and loves travelling, especially to Europe to see various opera artists. Helen sings French Cabaret with Dean Austin and they can be seen at the Phoenix Theatre 4 times a year.

Autumn Showcase Day at Merley House
2018-10-14 11:00 - 15:00
Our bi-annual showcase day is back! Join us on the 14th October between 11am and 3pm!
Are you engaged and on the hunt for the perfect venue for your wedding day? Or are you looking for all the extra bits that make your wedding day unique to you? Come along to our showcase day and see how stunning Merley House is! You’ll have the chance to have a look around a wedding-ready Merley House, meet our staff, chat to our recommended suppliers and enjoy a glass of Prosecco!
Merley House will be open from 11am-3pm, with our recommended suppliers and their stands throughout the house. The suppliers at our showcase days cover almost every possible aspect of organising a wedding from photography to stationery and chairs covers to chocolate fountains. The two most popular function rooms will be set up for a ceremony and a wedding breakfast, to allow you to get a real feel of how Merley House would look on your wedding.
Let us know you’re coming along by responding to our event on Facebook and you’ll also be able to keep up to date with the latest news!
