Best Places and Services in Preston, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Preston, Dorset

Rockfish

48-49 Esplanade, Weymouth DT4 8DQ, UK

4.6 (1,191 reviews)
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P: 01305 249040

Amazing service. The food was fantastic. I will eat here every time I'm in the area. The staff is the friendliest. Well done and I cannot wait to visit again soon.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely incredible! The freshest and yummiest seafood ever. Tried their cattlefish, Dover sole, Portland oysters, and haddock and hake fish and chips 🦪🐟 3 days in a row! Loved it so much.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 4 / 5

We visited for a little lunch on a quiet weekday. We tried the starter scallops and both had the set menu, tempura prawn and lemon sole. Very delicious, really nice food, great atmosphere. Only complaint, I think the lemon sole should come with a tartare sauce or some sort of sauce on the side, not an additional price. It could do with something extra. I do think this restaurant is quite expensive, but I would still go for a treat. The tempura prawns were beautiful , not oily at all and the scallops were absolutely perfect. Really delicious.

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing service from as soon as we walked in the door. The bubbly was delivered for my partners bithday. We were told who our server would be and he couldnt have been any more helpful. He was great with food and sauce choices. I would highly recommend to anyone. We will definetly be returning in the future.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Myself and my partner decided to come here as we love see food. We arrived and was immediately approached by a server to offer a table. She was lovely and friendly. I explained I was gluten intolerant and she explained they are affiliated with the coeliac society and every dish could be adapted to gluten free. We were then seated and it was what I can only describe as an impeccable service.the servers were very attentive with attention to detail. The food arrived and it was delicious and hot. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who loves seafood 😋

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Marks and Spencer - 99m away
  • Kika Beach Club - 35m away
  • McDonald's - 150m away
  • Greggs - 77m away
  • Alexandra Gardens - 190m away
Spice Ship

240 Preston Rd, Preston, Weymouth DT3 6BJ, UK

4.2 (1,250 reviews)
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P: 01305 233946

Friendly staff , wonderfully cooked food , cutesy pub and amazing cherry sundae is one of the best puddings I've ever had

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely old-fashioned place with lots of outside work being done to the sheltered area, which is quite large, the gardens have lots of seating and a children's playground. The food was lovely and the staff all happy and helpful. We will go here again!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic food and service, parking on site and great atmosphere. Next time we visit I shall try the cottage pie. Update: I went back for our final day on holiday for the cottage pie 😁. I was not disappointed! Give your chef a raise!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Have been coming to this lovely little (ish) pub every year for the last 25 yrs when on annual holidays in Weymouth, Dorset. I have seen quite a few changes over the years as the place has undergone changes, (minor indoors, a bit more in the rear garden area). But it has obviously modernised keeping it's brilliant character intact. I would 200% recommend a visit to this cracking little pub. And to boot the food is absolutely lovely! (I'm not joking), especially their homemade beef & ale pie and mash. Hopefully the good lord allows me another visit next year... 🙏

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A very ship themed elegant pub restaurant... Beautifully decorated with a lot of ship memorabilia... Huge outdoor seating area with climbing frame for children. Spotlessly clean throughout and very friendly staff. Stones throw from the beach this pub has many letting rooms and free parking... I'll let the Photos tell the rest of this story...

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Watching Sports
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Haven Weymouth Bay Holiday Park - 461m away
  • Stracey's Fish & Chips - 21m away
  • Preston Fish and Chips - 43m away
  • Haven Seaview Holiday Park - 366m away
  • Bridge Inn - 204m away
Hamiltons

5 Brunswick Terrace, Weymouth DT4 7RW, UK

4.4 (346 reviews)
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P: 01305 789544

Beautiful restaurant with impeccable service. We felt very welcomed and the staff was extremely friendly and smiling. The food was exceptional. We had the duck breast, beef fillet, and pannacotta and treacle tart for dessert. 10/10 would visit again.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great experience from beginning to end. Lovely staff, GREAT coffee! Tasty breakfast and excellent bread for toast. This is a must stop place for a breakfast in Weymouth. 10/10!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Eating in England isn't exactly always a satisfactory experience... But at the Hamilton's you'll be sure to enjoy delicious food, with fine fish, preciously cooked vegetables accompanied with an excellent sauce which balances the overall composition, while contemplating the sea with a marvelous view. Be sure to taste the amazing ice cream too! The staff is also very nice.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Stopped for a coffee and snack during a walk. It was a lovely sunny and warm September morning and we were lucky to get the only spare table outside. We had coffee and a lovely slice of homemade read pudding (which was especially scrummy). There was an Ironman race going on which added a bit of a spectacle to the visit. The café looks pretty and clean and the staff seemed to be greeting a few regulars which is always a good sign!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic food in a fantastic location served by ultra-friendly staff! Definitely a place to enjoy a ‘special’ meal in Weymouth particularly as you are out of range of the smell of fish and chip shops!! We sat outside on a Tuesday lunchtime which was beautiful but not great for atmosphere. Great value for the quality of food served particularly the salmon trout speciality! Will definitely be back on our next visit to Weymouth!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Parking Options:
  • Free Street Parking
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Redcliff Bed and Breakfast - 74m away
  • Russell Hotel - 125m away
  • Oliveto - 58m away
  • Hotel Prince Regent - Daish's - 96m away
  • The Jubilee Hotel - 65m away
The Smugglers Inn

Osmington Mills, Weymouth DT3 6HF, UK

4.4 (3,298 reviews)
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P: 01305 833125

I was on a one night walking break and feeling a little out of sorts. A lovely lady Hebe really looked after me and made me feel so welcome. I called in for a snack and coffee but booked a room. The amazing hospitality continued the next morning with delicious breakfast and Ellis really looked after me. I’ve only been away once on my own before and they really gave me confidence to do it again.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We’ve just returned from a wonderful two-night stay at The Smugglers Inn. On arrival, Lloyd greeted us and made us feel welcome instantly - before any money had even exchanged hands he made sure we were ‘fed and watered’ after our long drive. Nothing was too much effort for any of the staff…. Special mentions to Rafaela our waitress,Ella, and the bar-staff who really looked after us. The Sunday lunch was fantastic, great menu in general and a great breakfast spread! The room was spotless, cozy and well-equipped. It was my partners birthday and they went out of their way to make it special for him. We would definitely recommend staying here and we have already talked about returning one day. Thanks again to ALL the staff for making our stay so special. Sam and Phil

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

If you're looking for a cozy pub that delivers on all fronts, this is the place! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed Sunday afternoon. The Sunday roast here is absolutely top-notch. The portions are generous, and the quality is superb. What really sets this pub apart, though, is the service. The staff are incredibly friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. From the moment you walk in, you feel right at home. They’re attentive without being intrusive and always make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your meal. Karli served us today and Hebe greeted us. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a hearty Sunday roast in a charming, welcoming setting!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Just back from a fabulous 2 nights here. What a lovely place, would highly recommend to anyone thinking of going. We were made very welcome and the staff were so friendly. The food was lovely and my husband said especially the breakfast. I'm sorry I didn't get one of the managers names who spoke to us this morning, just after breakfast, but she was so nice and a credit to The Smugglers. We will be back.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waterside | Osmington Mills Holiday Park | Dorset - 396m away
Springhead

110 Sutton Rd, Sutton Poyntz, Weymouth DT3 6LW, UK

4.3 (1,754 reviews)
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P: 01305 832117

Visited for a midweek meal with my mum on 10th April. The exterior and interior is lovely - well decorated with nice furnishings. Very friendly service, and all food ordered was delicious. Mum spoke very highly of the gammon & mustard pie of the day, and my Springhead smoke house burger was perfectly seasoned. The salted caramel cheesecake was a delicious addition for dessert. We left Springhead very impressed and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it!

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Myself and some friends have been renting a cottage just a short walk from the Springhead, a couple of times a year for the last 7 or 8 years, and we make a point of going out for a good Sunday roast. We've tried most of the well known pubs in the vicinity over the years, some of which have been a little hit and miss, but out of all of them The Springhead has been the most consistently excellent.

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Located in a gorgeous dainty village, so cute. We had starters and mains, mostly the food wad delicious some small issues with the starters, the squid was fairly chewy. The atmosphere was nice but the service lacked a little at times. Things weren't communicated that great between staff, customers, and food wait times. Overall, we all enjoyed our food and the pub in general.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Meeting friends here. Food was good. Pub is great but wasn’t busy at 12:00 which was lovely! Service was very slow (perhaps this was because we weren’t ready on their first ask!) and we had to ask on every count. Good parking. Beautiful quiet village!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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The Beachside

Bowleaze Cove, Weymouth DT3 6PW, UK

4.4 (676 reviews)
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P: 01305 833216

Beach cafés can be a bit of a dive — not this one! Really tasty good, generous portion sizes, friendly staff, a relaxed atmosphere, and sea views. We especially enjoyed the scampi and the dirty fries.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

The food is chip shop style but tastes good. Service is friendly and there is a separate bar for alcoholic drinks.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Had the fish and chips with mushy peas. This for us is the best fish and chips in Weymouth for your money. The batter is always cooked perfectly, lovely and crispy. A great portion of chips and nice sized pot of mushy peas. Restaurant looks perfectly out over the sea at Bowleaze cove. There is always outside seating under cover and also a decked area.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Fantasy Island - 79m away
  • Waterside | Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park & Spa | Weymouth - 186m away
  • Sunset Bar & Restaurant - 84m away
  • Lookout Cafe - 481m away
  • Jordan Hill Roman Temple - 390m away
Jurassic Rocks Cafe

S W Coast Path, Weymouth DT4 7SN, UK

4.4 (281 reviews)
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P: 01305 561877

Very reasonably priced for a full English breakfast. Not only that, a great view overlooking the beach. Staff were very attentive & friendly. Ate there twice and had no complaints on both occasions. Would definitely use again.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 4 / 5

We went to get ice-cream and discovered they did steak nights. You need to book in advance, but can book for same day. You can opt to sit in or let them know you'd like sit outside overlooking the sea. The fish was cooked well. The steaks were delicious, served on a hot stone to cook to your preference with a side plate to decant onto. We didn't have pudding but the options were waffles, sundaes and cakes. No corkage, so bring your own alcohol. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would go again.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The hot rock night is the best thing I've done in Weymouth recently. The courses are amazingly presented, promptly too. The starter was a generous portion of pate, not the spoonful you'd usually get at a restaurant. The fillet steak was so juicy, and cooking it yourself is something really fun and different too. The cheeseboard usually comes with sides, but upon request, I was served only cheese and crackers. All the cheeses were tasty, and all had character. The restaurant is a seaside cafe in the day, so do expect the stereotypical plastic tablecloth and sauce caddy, but it still is amazing. Getting to the restaurant is a bit of a pain, it's a giant sliding door down some stairs. I just knocked on the window because it looked closed, but all was good.

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I was lucky enough to experience this cafe on a quiet sunny morning. Great service, great food with a stunning view of the bay. Couldn't ask for more! Definitely be returning 👍

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely Cafe. Great Service. Made me and my partner feel very welcome. Lovely view of the beach while eating breakfast. Went back multiple times on my vacation. Very good veggie breakfast. They even put a birthday candle on my partners breakfast. 10/10

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • SEA LIFE Centre Weymouth - 353m away
  • Greenhill Gardens - 220m away
  • Premier Inn Weymouth Seafront hotel - 269m away
  • Weymouth Community Hospital - 334m away
  • Weymouth Pirate Adventure Mini Golf - 298m away
The View

Esplanade, Weymouth DT4 8DE, UK

4.4 (586 reviews)
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P: 01305 839888

Hi Team, Very professional customer service. Polite & very cheerful. Food is very tasty. A Good Cuppa ! Work extremely hard. Above & Beyond. Amazing " View "

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great place always worth a visit when in the area. Couldn't ask for a better place to have some lunch or just a nice cold cider. Keep up the good work.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Had a stop here on a visit to Weymouth. Have to say the food was lovely - better than some of the more expensive places I've been to recently. Fantastic views of the beach, as well. Good honest food, reasonably priced. Give it a go!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

It is difficult to compare a beach side café with others, but they work very hard indeed in the holiday months, and deserve plenty of praise.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Marks and Spencer - 68m away
  • Costa Coffee - 65m away
  • The William Henry - JD Wetherspoon - 80m away
  • The Black Dog Weymouth - 52m away
  • Fossil Beach - 51m away
Hive Beach Cafe Burton Bradstock

Beach Rd, Burton Bradstock, Bridport DT6 4RF, UK

4.3 (3,779 reviews)
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P: 01308 897070

This is a well loved beach cafe which has beautiful scenic views, it is very popular and rightly so. The menu is mainly fish and seafood dishes. However, they do a smashing full English breakfast up to 11.30 am. I will post pics. This dog friendly beach cafe has a carpark close by, but if you choose to walk along the cliff top path or the lower paths, you will walk within the most beautiful scenery. This is a totally table service venue, so once you are seated, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the view. Prices are reasonable.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We arrived at 11.20, just in time to order breakfast. We were lucky to get the table on the edge of the 'tent' overlooking the beach. Despite being quite busy we received very efficient service. The food arrived within 15- 20 min, then our hot drinks. We had 3 x full English and egg Benedict on muffin with bacon. Everyone enjoyed it. The only nuisance were a few wasps but not a lot to spoil our experience.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Huge muscles in a nicely balanced blue cheese cream sauce. The fish chowder was also lovely, great tasting fish and fresh veg. We enjoyed on a wet and windy day, outside seating had heaters which warmed us up nicely. Would recommend after a walk.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Came here today, after walking from our campsite at Graston Copse through Burton Bradstock village. A warm welcome by a member of staff & shown to our outside table for 4 with 3 dogs. Our waitress took our drinks order & returned after a few minutes to take our food order. She was very friendly and attentive, giving time for a chat despite being extremely busy. Wait for our food was minimal and when it arrived it was hot, tasty & well presented. Back ground music was pleasant, giving the Mediterranean feeling due to the sunshine. Wouldn't hesitate in returning if we are in the area again .... thank you.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Camping at Freshwater holiday park, a 20 minute walk to visit this gem of a place. Busy and bustling restaurant, great menu, food was outstanding and the service was great too. Dog friendly aswell, all in all, will definitely be returning soon.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Seaside Boarding House - 129m away
  • National Trust - Burton Bradstock - 80m away
Nautico Lounge

66 St Thomas St, Weymouth DT4 8EL, UK

4.4 (1,638 reviews)
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P: 01305 789242

Went in for a drink then ended up staying for dinner, steaks were cooked to perfection (Medium-rare) Chips although slightly small on portion were lovely an crunchy as well as soft/fluffy on the inside. Chicken avocado salad was lovely and fresh, sauces were nice and bursting with flavour. 10/10, blown away for a random stop in, very fair pricing. The atmopshere is really cool, something new to look at where ever your eyes end up and the quality of food is great. Very polite staff, nice and caring about your visit. Certainly will be back.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely loved dining here, it's fairly pricey (then again most food places in Weymouth are) but the quality of the food is amazing! Staff were very friendly and helpful, service was fabulous, and the place itself was lovely, definitely has a trendy feeling and very clean. 3 of us went for their breakfast at £10.50 a head which was beautifully presented and super yummy! My daughter had the child's breaded chicken, beans and fries (£7.10 if I remember correctly) which she also loved! Our food arrived fast, hot and none of us had any complaints at all. Would come back here in a flash and would recommend to anyone wanting a delicious meal 😁

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Loved this quirky cafe/lounge, set in the old post office, in the centre of Weymouth. Food and drink available all day including breakfast items. Good service at this popular spot.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

It was very good experience for me and my wife... we enjoyed a lot. Food was very tasty and reasonable price... good environment with candle light...

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

One of the best breakfasts I've had. The Bacon and Hash Browns were delicious. Would also recommended the Cheese and Mozzarella Pannini. Very good customer service but It took a while to be served and we had to request sauces. A nice spot for lunch in Weymouth

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • McDonald's - 47m away
  • Tesco Express - 33m away
  • Cineworld Weymouth - 139m away
  • Coffee#1 Weymouth - 62m away
  • The Swan - JD Wetherspoon - 94m away

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