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Voted West Dorset CAMRA Pub of the Year 2017, this rural thatched pub is set in the charming village of Stratton in West Dorset, and has established itself as one of the best dining pubs in the county. The newly refurbished Saxon Arms prides itself on delivering high-quality food at affordable prices, and this philosophy is realis...
View full reviewWalkers and visitors to the Jurassic Coast take heed, there is an inn just waiting to spoil you on your visit, with luxurious rooms and tasty home-prepared food to sate your appetite after a long ramble in the surrounding countryside. The Countryman Inn is just minutes by car from the coast and only two miles from the train statio...
View full reviewThe White Horse Inn is situated on the southern fringe of the picturesque village of Litton Cheney that lies south of the A35, midway between Dorchester and Bridport in the beautiful Bride Valley. Since Cassie Williamson took over the inn, she has turned it into a real village social centre with live music nights, skittle competi...
View full reviewWith The Jurassic Coast on one side and the picturesque Bride Valley on the other, the handsome village of Puncknowle is an idyllic spot for a relaxing getaway. Standing proud opposite the village church is the Crown Inn, a delightful thatched pub that dates back to the 16th century. Boasting a large beer garden with beautiful vie...
View full reviewThe Seven Stars in rural Dorset is spacious, rustic and charming. Dogs are welcome in the bar and there is an expansive garden with a children’s play area and bouncy castle (weather permitting). Inside, the comfortable restaurant area can just as easily cater for large groups as romantic evenings for two. A well-stocked bar offe...
View full reviewThis former schoolhouse has deservedly won a host of Taste of the West awards for the past four years. It also appeared on The Times' 'Best 20 Places for Brunch' list in 2012. The appealing lunchtime menu uses fresh, regional ingredients; from doorstep sandwiches and homemade cakes to Portland crab gratin, there is something for all...
View full reviewNestled on the border of lovely Dorchester, The Blue Vinny is rightly renowned as one of Dorset's bestkept secrets. Offering a delicious combination of the classic and contemporary, this pleasant village pub is certainly earning its reputation as one of the South Coast's first-class establishments. Take a walk first through picture...
View full reviewIdyllic is the only way to describe the afternoon we spent at Athelhampton House, situated six miles east of Dorchester. This stunning country house has stood for over five centuries, and is surrounded by verdant gardens complete with impressive topiary, a beautiful rose garden and a lovely riverside walk. After admiring the gar...
View full reviewThe Thimble Inn is an historic West Dorset pub and restaurant renowned for its warm welcome and outstanding food. Having recently undergone a full refurbishment, the stunning interior boasts antique furniture, sandstone and oak floors and even a glass-covered indoor well. From the outside, the quaint thatched roof frames the chocola...
View full reviewIf Kirsty and Phil were awarding stars for a prime business site they would be saying, 'location, location, location' to Steve Attrill, owner of the Hive Beach Café. As the name may suggest, this quaint eatery sits right on Hive Beach, a dream spot on the Jurassic Coast. Set between towering honey-coloured cliffs, the bea...
View full reviewThe picturesque traditional exterior of The Martyrs Inn lets in to an attractive contemporary interior – think distressed leather banquette seating, retro pendant lights and latticed windows. On warm evenings guests spill out into an outdoor seating area made fragrant by an encircling rosemary bush. Where better to enjoy a refre...
View full reviewSituated in the village of Maiden Newton about eight miles from Dorchester, this small and intimate restaurant has been run with passion and charm by Gerry and Cathy Craig for the past 18 years. In that time they have built an excellent reputation, maintaining an AA rosette and a Michelin Guide listing throughout their tenure at L...
View full reviewA thatched village pub with a fantastic reputation for food, hospitality and local ales, The Three Horseshoes is simply not to be missed. Having worked for the Marriott brand, and more recently with Rick Stein on a new restaurant project, award-winning chef Jaap Schep presents truly inspiring dishes - taking the very best ingred...
View full reviewThe picturesque village of Sydling St Nicholas represents rural England at its best and can be found right in the heart of Thomas Hardy country. Stroll along the stream that runs through the breathtakingly pretty village and take in the views of chalk hills, surrounding watercress farms and picture-perfect thatched cottages before...
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