Best Places and Services in Nether compton, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Nether compton, Dorset

Compton Acres Café & Tea Rooms

162 Canford Cliffs Rd, Poole BH13 7ES, UK

4.5 (97 reviews)

P: 01202 700778

I always thought of this place as mainly for coach trips and weddings... totally wrong! There's so much here! Hard to know where to start. Gardens are 10 acres separately themed. Winding paths take you through the valley, densely planted with a fantastic variety of species it's a joy. Despite being Feb there was plenty to see. The formal areas are truly stunning. Kids will love the tunnels, bridges and stepping stones. Plus there's a whole play area in the woods. Views from the top of the gardens are incredible. Interesting sculptures everywhere, great fun trying to spot them all. One visit is not enough to take it all in. They also have a huge shopping space. Local things, plants, kids toys, gifts and an Italian deli. Could have spent hours browsing. Cafe was clean with lots of lunch options. Plenty of seats inside and out. Staff were the absolute best. Kind and welcoming. Can't wait to go back in the summer!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food! Gluten free options avaliable, including delicious cakes! I tried the lemon cake and it has to be one of the best cakes I ever had!

Anonymous - 6 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A wonderful charming and welcoming entrance to the beautiful Compton Acres Gardens. The café and tea rooms are cute, open and casual eat in bakery that serves hot and cold food. Selection of dishes are simple such as soups, fish and chips, quiche and salad and sandwiches. They have an enormous selection of cakes and drinks. They also sell made to order cakes from the selection they sell and extremely reasonable prices. We ordered a signature caramel & raspberry 9" cake for £35 with custom message on. Lovely for impromptu treat.

Anonymous - 5 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I just love the tranquility of this place. In the heart of a big tourist focus town, Compton Acres provides a surprisingly peaceful opportunity to relax and wander around beautiful and perfectly maintained gardens. Woodlands areas, a formal Italian garden, Japanese garden and well laid out ponds / streams all make this a great afternoon out. Very recommended.

Anonymous - 4 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing little place. Really lovely service from Jade - right at the end of the day and still so smiley and helpful! Discovered what a chocolate orange brookie is and would recommend it to everyone :)

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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  • Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Compton Acres - 20m away
  • The Italian Villa - 35m away
  • The Japanese Garden, Compton Acres - 73m away
  • Coffee Saloon - 488m away
  • Baffi - 383m away
The Three Wishes

78 Cheap St, Sherborne DT9 3BJ, UK

4.4 (432 reviews)
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P: 01935 817777

The BEST hollandaise sauce I have had in years, rich and creamy. I had almost written off eggs benedict as I was fed up with vinegary sauce and had all but decided I had imagined how yummy it was when I was a child. My faith is restored!! The staff were lovely and friendly too. Definitely a treasure!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Firstly the food is always delicious, lemon cake to die for and the service is always fabulous and friendly. Myself and my teen daughter have been in quite a few times recently with our puppy and the staff are always lovely and attentive. Today I had an unfortunate experience with another customer, our puppy got a bit upset when my daughter went to the toilet and was whimpering and barked a few times. I tried my best to comfort him and calm him down and turned to the table behind me to apologise and the lady was extremely rude and told me I shouldn’t be in a cafe with the puppy then continued to moan and grumble about it to her husband so that I could hear. Having had a bad few days and being unwell, I got quite upset and was going to leave because I was feeling so anxious. The staff came over to me and were really lovely and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and found us another table, and checked on me multiple times to make sure I was okay and comfort me. So thank you to the staff, we will be back, along with Milo the puppy.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely little cafe on the main high street that offers a wide selection dishes of top quality. The risotto and hake dishes were superb and the panacotta desert was very yummy indeed! Excellent quality produce and would highly recommend.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Really lovely lunch. Great service and fantastic food. Prices were even better!

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I have visited before but only for coffee . We had a fantastic lunch of monkfish parpadelle and also tuna melt with salad. Monkfish tasted delicious as did the tuna. The whole menu looked very inviting. It was difficult to choose! Really great value and very filling! Sat upstairs which was lovely and quiet and relaxed. It's an interesting old building too. Definitely a good choice if you are visiting Sherborne for any reason.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Abbey Pharmacy - 37m away
  • Ecco Gelato - 62m away
  • Sherborne Abbey - 128m away
  • The Cross Keys Pub & Restaurant - 40m away
  • Sherborne School - 104m away
Oliver's

19 Cheap St, Sherborne DT9 3PU, UK

4.4 (283 reviews)
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P: 01935 815005

Perfect day out with our grandson was made even more special by the beautiful food and lovely staff at Olivers. The clean counter was packed with fresh patisseries and we were pleased to see a selection of hot savoury food too because we were all hungry. The food was piping hot and I ordered egg salad/bacon on my jacket potato which was light and tasty and most importantly, the potato was not soggy and limp, but browned with a baked taste! The pecan slice was the best I have EVER eaten! Buttery shortbread and large, fresh pecans dripping in sauce! Extremely friendly staff - we will definitely go back.

Anonymous - 4 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Simply the best in Sherborne; fabulous host - Jane - great coffee, beer and cakes. Throughout lockdown they have supported voluntary organisations and diversified to excellent take away. Food is fabulous value and the surroundings are comfortable and staff welcoming; give it a try!

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely little cafe (though there's much more space in the back) with fresh homemade bakes. I can recommend the caramel shortbread! They have many options also for lunch.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 48m away
  • The Green - 97m away
  • Yeatman Hospital - 168m away
  • Boots - 32m away
  • The White Hart - 66m away
The Trough

Stone Ln, Yeovil BA21 4NU, UK

4.4 (556 reviews)
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P: 01935 413027

Had lunch here and it was excellent! The carrot cake and chai tea are 5* worthy alone; everything else is a bonus! Décor is fabulous, as is the location. Service was a little slow but it's August and expected tbh... Staff really friendly

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent breakfast here. Not the cheapest but worth it. First time for me not the last. Staff excellent and very friendly

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Lovely ambience. Food was well portioned. Food was average. Wings could be seasoned better. The fish batter was crispy. Pulled pork sandwich was good.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

went for a birthday meal food was amazing, decor was eccentric, staff were friendly and lovely to speak to the food did take a while to arrive due to issues in the kitchen on the day but the staff apologised and explained this seeing the animals in the fields outside after the meal was a nice surprise overall highly recommend

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Farmyard - 164m away
  • The Co-operative Food - 482m away
Griffins Head Inn

Crossfields, Nether Compton, Sherborne DT9 4RE, UK

4.2 (21 reviews)

P: 01935 812523

Lovely country pub. Landlord been there for over 50 years.

Anonymous - 6 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Perfect if you want a real authentic pub, with good prices and lovely locals.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Great looking pub, but was closed and only parked near it..!

Anonymous - 6 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

One of the nicest pubs on my list of favourites: no pretence, hand written menus, fish pie that burns your lips, hot plates that stick to your skin. Great beer, skittles and food.

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  • Dine-In
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
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The Cafe at Compton Abbas Airfield

Compton Abbas Airfield, Salisbury SP5 5AP, UK

4.3 (324 reviews)
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P: 01747 811767

Lovely little place for plane spotting. We went while it was quite overcast, but the clouds cleared and off went the spitfire! Food was absolutely delicious and the staff were lovely. They allowed us to shelter inside on our table for 45 minutes before our booking was due to start. Will be visiting again when the weather is a little warmer to enjoy a crispy pint while watching the planes!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I went with a large group who arrived at varying times so service was difficult to judge. However, the young lady who took our orders was charming, good humoured and helpful. Food was excellent, only choice for veggie or vegan was jackfruit. The meat, pork or beef was excellent, as was the Ritchie beer,but as that remains a personal choice you'll have to try it to see. Yes I will go again.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

My first visit since Guy Ritchie took the Airfield over. The restaurant area has been enlarged and has full glazing from end to end giving panoramic views towards Shaftsbury. The interior is not cramped in any way although it was busy. One has good viewing of aircraft taking off and landing. Outside are plenty of picnic tables so if the weather is good you can sit outside if you want. I had lunch and it was really good. Pulled smoked beef in a brioche bun. Apparently there are only 3 of these 'smokers' in Europe, and they're worth every penny. Not a good menu if you're vegan or veggy. I tried one of Guy's own beers and it was really good. We were in a large party who arrived at different times so I can't say too much about service times, but I had no complaints. The girl who looked after our tables was good humoured, patient and helpful. I shall definitely go back.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

We didn't eat today so can't rate the food. Richie Beer excellent. The coffee from the outside cabin, pretty awful, we poured ours away. McDonalds coffee better... hopefully the coffee in the main restaurant was properly prepared and significantly better. Great day for Spitfire action.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Popular breakfast spot. Unfortunately the service is haphazard and range of options extremely limited. My friend ordered a bacon and sausage roll and was served a bacon and egg roll. He sent it back and was then served a sausage and egg roll. In frustration he ate it because we were short of time.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Compton Abbas Airfield - 8m away
Farm and Field Cafe

West St, South Petherton TA13 5DJ, UK

4.3 (394 reviews)
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P: 01460 242775

Good food, well presented and tasty. Excellent service. But the restaurant completely lacked atmosphere, the cafe was far more attractive and interesting. The restaurant was very echoy and even with only a few guests was noisy. A pity as that let down and excellent venue

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very beautiful place, not only to eat, but also to have a relaxing walk. Tidy, well looked after. Food tastes amazing.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A gorgeous cafe & restaurant with stunning views. I came for a Halloween themed quiz & since this one, they’re going to do monthly quizzes now. The food is delicious, you can eat in or takeaway. I had the loaded curly fries which were so tasty and filling (£16, worth every penny). The staff in the cafe are all lovely, friendly people who will go the extra mile to make sure customers are happy. Prices are reasonable for the quality of food and service. The atmosphere is brilliant - the decor is so creative with plants and wall art. There is also a beautiful wedding venue next door to the cafe which is part of the same business. A stunning, large open space with an upstairs balcony and gorgeous views. It’s clear they’ve recently touched up the place and look after it as the toilets are so modern and clean.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Frogmary Green Farm - 39m away
  • The White Barn - Wedding and Event Venue - 20m away
The Blue Pool

Furzebrook Rd, Wareham BH20 5AR, UK

4.4 (2,303 reviews)

P: 01929 558150

Lovely place for a day out. Walks were clear and easy to stroll. The rope bridge was great fun. The views across the pool are stunning in a number of viewpoints. I guess when the azaleas are flowering it is absolutely beautiful. There's a nice cafe and lovely gift shop. I only wish we had visited before but will be back again before long

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely scenic spot that's well worth the visit. Very relaxing and pretty. Nice place for family, kids, dogs or just pleasant walk round on your own. Cheerful, friendly and helpful guy in ticket office and pleasant staff in cafe. Thoroughly enjoyed the place. Nice little plant shop, Ice cream shop and gift shop. Easy access loos. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went there as part of a new trail race and a great location. The pool is still blue all year so never disappointed, but obviously better when weather is clear. Great walks around. Good cafe. Well family priced.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautiful place to go for a stroll with much of the area covered by a forest canopy. Lovely little café which was reasonably priced with an amazing outlook onto the lake. Took a pram with my newborn with a fairly accessible route around the Blue Poole. Many of the other trails have steps to access so will use a baby carrier next time.

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  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
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Teals

1 Orchard Lane, South Cadbury, Yeovil BA22 7FS, UK

4.3 (1,080 reviews)

P: 01963 361755

If service stations (electric charging only) could all be like this then travelling and rest stops would be amazing! Great local produce farmshop and amazing cafe. Friendly staff, outside seating and lovely loos. A steak and chips and flat bread lunch with a glass of cider. Lovely

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

First time here and loved it! Amazing shop with fantastic produce. The sourdough is just wonderful. Had breakfast too which was hot, fresh and so tasty using amazing produce (the black pudding is one of the best I’ve tasted) Thumbs up from me! Got a new customer for sure

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Teals Farm Shop 🐌🐌🐌 On Bruton’s Doorstep If you don’t have time for a long lunch at Da Costa in Bruton, this marvellous place is the next best thing. Promoting West Country produce - 50 prodcuers within 50 miles; local grass fed beef, their own sausages, and bacon, organic sourdough, proper sandwiches that would do Pimlilco proud, local cheese counter. A wood fired oven turning out Fruit Pig black pudding, mustard and pickled onion on flat bread £14.50; wood fired hake, Queen chick peas, leeks, spiced butter £16.50; skin on chips, rosemary salt, aoli, £4.50; ember baked beetroot, soft herbs, horseradish creme fresh. Fast, efficient, friendly service. On the A 303 at South Cadbury near Yeovil in Somerset, it’s an ecological gastronome's dream of what a service station should be (electric chargers, but no petrol).

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Omg, this place was amazing. I passed it the other day on a commute but had time to visit today, was not disappointed!!! The interior is beautiful, well stocked and loos amazing. Food area was well stocked with lovely I'm grown or locally sourced items, cafe was fab, toilets clean and eco friendly.

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic. The breakfast was excellent. Quality ingredients, perfectly cooked, great coffee and the raspberry cheesecake brownie was amazing. The butcher was superb, as was the bakery and the staff were friendly, attentive and very professional. If only there were more services like Teals. Simply brilliant all round.

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The Hillbrook Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

Canon Wds Cl, Sherborne DT9 6FD, UK

4.3 (25 reviews)

P: 01935 726900

Fantasies couple of days. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. Service was impeccable, and they even made up a small plate for me as I don't eat much. The food is amazing, and the chef is very talented. The bed was very comfy and the rooms were beautifully decorated . Had the most amazing massage in the spa, which was very inviting and relaxing. Definitely recommended. The receptionist was very friendly and welcomed any feedback we had. 5 stars.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I’ve visited this hotel many times, and it’s always a treat. The food is simply delicious – every meal feels crafted with care. The spa offers a wonderful range of treatments that leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, perfect for a bit of pampering. The rooms are cozy and comfortable, making it easy to settle in and relax. Plus, it’s dog-friendly, which makes it a perfect getaway for the whole family, furry friends included! The best part, though, is the staff – they are so helpful and welcoming, always going the extra mile to make every stay feel special. Highly recommended!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This was my first visit and I was very impressed. Lovely decor, very light and airy. Comfortable chairs Nd lots of room on the tables. I had a full English breakfast which was fabulous and hot! We went for my son's birthday and when the server realised he brought out some muffins with 'Happy Birthday' written in chocolate on the plate which was a lovely touch. The service was excellent, the young man was really friendly and helpful as was the receptionist when we arrived. We had my three year old Granddaughter with us and they were very accommodating, we could choose anything from the breakfast menu in a child size portion. I will definitely visit again and recommend.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What an amazing hotel. Top marks to all the staff who are very professional, helpful and friendly. Fantastic room with a kitchenette which makes life so much easier. A great selection for breakfast, including cooked and cold options. Definitely deserves the five stars.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Barchester - Trinity Manor Care Home - 119m away
  • Oxley Sports Centre - 139m away
  • bp - 292m away
  • Sherborne Girls - 281m away
  • Bradfords - 216m away

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