The Blackmore Vale Inn
11 January 2023
A traditionally styled 17th Century inn that features in Thomas Hardy's 'Tess of the D'Urbervilles'.
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11 January 2023
A traditionally styled 17th Century inn that features in Thomas Hardy's 'Tess of the D'Urbervilles'.
A dedicated group of small producers sell a variety of home made, home grown items including baked goods, preserves, garden produce, fresh meat, flowers, plants and gifts every Friday morning from 8.30am - 11.30am.
Indulge in a Dorset cream tea.
A stunning 18th century walled garden which provides homegrown produce for the restaurant. Lunch is served either in the garden or restaurant daily and dinner on a Friday and Saturday only. It's better to book as it is a popular spot.
Selling all things home made and home grown, don't miss the opportunity to stock up on baked goods, preserves, eggs, honey and gifts. The market is open every Thursday morning from 9.30am apart from Christmas.
Dating back to the seventeenth century, this pub is centrally located in the village in beautiful countryside. Food is traditional pub grub and reasonably priced with outside seating on the village green opposite.
A traditional country pub set within fifteen acres of lush meadows and woodland. With four separate dining areas, including al fresco dining in summer, you'll be spoilt for choice. Dogs are welcome in the bar area.
The Dolphin Inn is a traditional Dorset hostelry with characterful interiors and a large beer garden for al fresco dining. Open for lunch and dinner daily, food is freshly prepared with vegetarian and vegan options available.
A beautifully restored bar and restaurant which offers traditional, seasonal food served in a tasteful, serene environment.
A public house since the 15th century, these days the pub offers a friendly environment and food prepared using only the freshest produce to bistro quality. Online reviews back this up and acolades from food writer Mitch Tonks and TV chef Charles Campion. Parking is available.