Top Places and Services in Puddletown, Dorset
The Brewers Arms
Burnside, Martinstown, Dorchester DT2 9LB, UK | Pub P: 01305 889361
Rating: 4.7 (492) Price Level:
Just had lunch at the Brewers Arms , fantastic food, brilliant Landlord and friendly staff , the best pub I’ve been in for years. I’ll definitely visit again when next in the area .
Rating: 5 / 5
A really lovely pub in a beautiful village. Friendly, helpful staff, a sweet courtyard garden, plenty of seats inside and out, clean toilets. The food was good (especially the chips) but the best thing was the Chocolate Frozen Dream dessert. Definitely a pub we'll return to.
Rating: 4 / 5
Really friendly welcome from all the staff. We didn't stay here, just a quick visit as we were in a shepherds hut down the road. Nice village pub with a lovely friendly feeling. The beer garden was good and the feedback from lunchtime was positive from all the customers. Definitely worth a visit.
Rating: 4 / 5
This was a very good place for a family celebration lunch for 12, including 3 children. My parsnip was inedible, but the roast beef was delicious. Our 3 vegetarians said their squash wellington was delicious. Leanne and Ben were very helpful in accommodating us. It is the fourth time I have had lunch at the pub and it has always been good.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Martinstown Village Store & Post Office - 169m away
Seven Stars
Seven Stars Inn, Wool, Moreton, Dorchester DT2 8RL, UK | Bar P: 01929 462292
Rating: 4.6 (203) Price Level:
I recently visited the Seven Stars Inn, and it was an absolutely delightful experience! The staff and their service were outstanding, making me feel truly welcomed with their warmth and attentiveness. I ordered a chicken curry meal, chips, and wings as a takeaway, and as an Indian, I was amazed by the flavors—it was so delicious that I almost fell in love with the food. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for amazing hospitality paired with excellent cuisine!
Rating: 5 / 5
What a wonderful experience visiting the Seven Stars Inn Wool, Moreton, Dorchester restaurant. The food was first class cooked with love and care by a really good head chef and his brigade. Couldn't fault the food in any way what so ever good flavours, textures and presented very well. A really great dining experience which I will remember for a long time. The front of house staff very very friendly, professional providing a great service to compliment the kitchen Definitely worthy of a 5 star review and I would definitely recommend visiting this wonderful restaurant and I hope I will be back here myself.
Rating: 5 / 5
It was amazing. The dinner was really yummy. Huge portion, we had the steal & ale pie with chips and veggies. The meat was sooo tender, juicy and full of flavour. We stayed for one night in the little rooms they have in their fields. Very cozy and cute. Clean toilets and the shower was working really well. A nice warm bath after a hike to the beach. Breakfast was included, a nice english breakfast. I loved the sausages, very flavourfull. We had some tea or a coffee plus the Orange juice. I asked the staff if we could feed the pigs some apples that were in the floor and she said yes, very cute piggies! The staff is very kind and helpfull.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very fresh selection of seafood. Generous portions too. Had the white bait, the cod fish and chips as well as the mussels. Very impressed by the freshness and quality. Batter for the cod is very light and crisp. The cod was delicious and had the right texture, and ratio of cod:batter. The black mussels were very sweet and I enjoyed it very much when paired with fresh bread. Service was very organised. All in all a great experience and I’d definitely bring my friends here when we drive down to the south coast again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very good food, value for money, traditional pub, log fire , a bit out of the way but worth the visit
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK Ltd - 471m away
- Dorset Police - 366m away
The Oak at Dewlish
Dewlish, Dorchester DT2 7ND, UK | Pub P: 01258 837352
Rating: 4.6 (225) Price Level:
Mid week, mid day, lovely atmosphere and by 13.00 at least 16 people all in having a spot of lunch and a drink. No idea about the rooms as i was only there to kill a couple of hours while a friend went to an appointment. Service prompt, food very nice and good quality, chiabatta came with salad and fries on a fairly large plate.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had two superb lunches at the Oak with my family. Friendly service, lovely home-cooked food, and a stunning location. Loved the playlist and the old historical photos on the walls, too. Highly recommend - a proper family-run village pub.
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a really good meal at The Oak, one of the best steaks I've had when eating out in a very long time. The ambience is very relaxing and the staff were very friendly. Will definitely be visiting again!
Rating: 5 / 5
A wonderful country pub! The breakfasts are excellent, the locally sourced bacon and eggs are delicious . The bedrooms are quiet and the bed was extremely comfortable. We also had a very good evening meal which was very well priced.
Rating: 4 / 5
Lovely cute rural village pub. Good was superb. The rooms are small but perfectly adequate. I would highly recommend they replace the horrific mattress. Overall an okay stay.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
The Brace of Pheasants
Plush, Dorchester DT2 7RQ, UK | Bar P: 01300 348357
Rating: 4.6 (280) Price Level:
A quintessential English pub in a beautiful location. Fantastic service from friendly, helpful staff. The long term chef is passionate about the menu and is more than happy to openly discuss the recipes with you. Whether you are calling in for a pint of ale, straight from the barrel, for dinner or staying in one of the beautiful rooms, you can be assured of having an experience that you remember and will look forward to returning.
Rating: 5 / 5
Brilliant location, a beautiful country pub. Nicole was a superb host. Highly professional, organized and friendly. Amazing huge bed, enormous bath. Very comfortable room. Food available was delicious, hot, and served quickly. Thankyou.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely, homely, welcoming feel. Food and service was fantastic, everyone went out of their way to make it a pleasant stay. Area is wonderfully rural, but close to all the attractions. Very friendly for dogs.
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a fabulous one night stay here, what a beautiful part of the world. The room was excellent, rainforest shower and huge bathtub, comfy beds, spotlessly clean. We had dinner in the evening and food was just perfect, every dish was mouth-wateringly tasty. The breakfast was very very good, fresh sourdough, good coffee and a non greasy fry up! Highly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
Stayed as a group of 6 for a walking weekend in October 2024. Very helpful and clear on booking as 2 large dogs were coming as well. Parking good and close to rooms. Very warm and helpful welcome. Rooms very clean, fluffy white towels and plenty of hot water. Nice tea/coffee/ biscuits in room and readily topped up. Food EXCELLENT with choice for all taste's, specials menus, good friendly helpful table service and great wine list. Fab stay and we will all come again. Thank you
Features:
- Serves Beer
- Restroom
- Good for Children
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Plush Manor - 100m away
Princes Street Dental Care
29 Prince's St, Dorchester DT1 1TP, UK | Dental Clinic P: 01305 264609
Rating: 4.6 (78) Price Level:
I'm always so nervous before my appointment, but they are always very kind and I have never had any pain. I'm so lucky to have such a professional dentist I can trust.
Rating: 5 / 5
After 20 years of poor dentists I have finally found an excellent one. I can’t recommend highly enough. Marius has rebuilt by back bottom teeth through white fillings and proper fitted crowns, all for a very affordable price.
Rating: 5 / 5
I've always found everyone at this dental practice to be kind, courteous and friendly. I don't actually dread going to the dentist 😊
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a lovely dentist practise. With friendly helpful staff, who put you at your ease and kind well trained dentists. A good team of people who care.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have just visited Princes Street for a wisdom tooth extraction. I have had this wisdom tooth for 40 years and, until recently, I had never had any problem with it. The whole process of extraction was not what I was expecting. The dentist was gentle with the local anaesthetic and the extraction. Thank you very much to all concerned.
Features:
- Restroom
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 102m away
- The Tutankhamun Exhibition - 66m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 242m away
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 136m away
- Old Ship Inn - 49m away
Gingerbread Cafe
Stinsford, Dorchester DT2 8QE, UK | Cafe P: Not available
Rating: 4.7 (253) Price Level:
Food is well priced and there’s a great selection to choose from. Portion consistency varies depending on who’s working. Quality consistent though. Example, bought the wife the Brie and bacon panini six weeks or so ago was packed with Brie and bacon she liked it so much that she asked for it this time. It was a little skinny, let’s say, but still tasty!
Rating: 5 / 5
Just been and had food on way home. Really lovely sausage and eggs nice and fresh. Bun lovely and soft. Toilets could be a bit better but they are nothing to do with the guy who does the food but to be honest on a road trip as long as I can pee I am happy 😂 Definitely will be back!
Rating: 5 / 5
This lovely little road side cafe cooks the most wonderful tasty burgers locally sourced ingredients and lovely buns. My 1/4lb cheese burger was £4.9 my husband's sausage bap was £4.4 flat white coffee is £3 which was very good. We ate in our car as it was raining and the tables were outside. Worth the extra 3 miles down the road from the local McDonalds. There is a block of toilets next door but they are very basic. They also sell locally produced eggs jams etc
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely little cafe, we drove past it multiple times whilst on holiday and kept saying we need to pop in. Finally did it before heading home and it was a really friendly place at good prices. Would happily pop there more often if we were local 😅
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic breakfast butty! Well cooked, tasty & very good value. A lovely spot to stop off at, plenty of parking, picnic tables & very friendly people. Homemade cake, and local jams & chutneys too. Definitely the best road side cafe!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Website not available
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
The Royal Oak
6 Dorchester Hill, Milborne St Andrew, Blandford Forum DT11 0JG, UK | Pub P: 01258 837248
Rating: 4.7 (830) Price Level:
The pubs staff were friendly and funny, not just robots and also not too cheeky it becomes weird. The portions were the size youd give yourself at a buffet. The price was fine. And the menu had a decent selection. I had the pie and it almost had more stake than my girlfriends ribeye. Highly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
We went there yesterday as a group of 15 and they were absolutely brilliant. We had the skittle alley to ourselves so the kids could play with the selection of toys in there which worked perfectly. We had a variety of meals across the table and everyone said how delicious it was. The pork belly bites as a starter were a definite stand out. Thank you to all the lovely team who served us.
Rating: 5 / 5
We had drinks, dinner and then stayed over in our motorhome and it was absolutely wonderful! The food was exceptional, the service was excellent and the pub and beer garden are great. We were made to feel very welcome and would definitely recommend!
Rating: 5 / 5
I have driven past this pub on more occasions than I could probably mention and always said must try that one. Well today was the day and so pleased that I did! I can honestly say this was one of the best (if not the best) pub food I have ever had. Our table of four all had different dishes and every single one was outstanding quality with a generous portion. Personally I opted for the ploughman's asking for it without the meat element which wasn't a problem at all. An excellent selection, fresh and tasty. I would highly recommend booking, even for lunch, as it was busy, and it's really not surprising why. The service was friendly and a good pub atmosphere made it a great experience and all at a fair price too. This will most definitely not be the last visit to this highly recommended Dorset pub. If you haven't been then add it to your 'must visit' list, but don't leave it as long as I did.
Rating: 5 / 5
A Dorset gem. I've only ever had the Sunday Carvery here because it's fantastic value (£14.50) and absolutely delicious. I always end up asking for a box so there is bubble and squeak to go home with! The staff are great and friendly. I'd say this is a proper pub and Sunday lunch experience! Booking very much recommended they are popular.
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
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Heathcote House - 45m away
- Londis - 82m away
- Milborne St Andrew Village Hall - 182m away
The Fox & Hounds Inn
Duck St, Cattistock, Dorchester DT2 0JH, UK | Pub P: 01300 320444
Rating: 4.5 (264) Price Level:
I visited this pub on Sunday on a staycation in Dorset, we just popped in, and were very pleasantly surprised. A girl named Ruby served us & recommended some cider for us (as we’re not from the area) which was great. She was so personable and helpful and made our experience great. Amazing service, thank you for your hospitality.
Rating: 5 / 5
After an emotional day, my partner and I decided we would stay over and booked our room on line. On arriving quite late, we received a very warm welcome and despite the kitchen having already closed, were offered fish and chips without hesitation. Our host did check with the kitchen first but it seemed absolutely no trouble. The rooms were worthy of the most historic public house but still provided all the home comforts one could wish for. After a comfortable nights sleep, interrupted only by the effects of alcohol consumes throughout our day, we descended the stairs to have breakfast. Eggs Benedict and cooked to perfection. The spread was fantastic and would satisfy the biggest of eaters and overall, the standard of what was offered was far in excess of expectations. Would recommend without hesitation and when we return to this quaint little place, we will definitely be booking our room here!
Rating: 4 / 5
Lovely village pub. Only one server to convert bar and restaurant so a bit slow but very friendly and good good though fully priced eg fish and chips 18gbp
Rating: 4 / 5
We popped in for Guinness at lunchtime and really enjoyed our visit primarily because of the very friendly locals. It was my birthday and we decided to come back in the evening for dinner. Unfortunately our second visit was completely different from our first. My partner had anchovies for a starter which were lovely and beef scrumpet for his main, I had rump steak with chips. We had never heard of scrumpet, it was a thick square of brisket that had been coated in breadcrumbs and fried. I asked for my steak medium rare, but it was dry and over cooked. I had mine returned to the kitchen so another could be prepared. This meant my partner ate his dinner on his own. My dinner returned and it was perfect, but I ate mine on my own. It wasn’t the birthday dinner I had hoped for. No discount was offered, or complimentary dessert. Very disappointing!
Rating: 5 / 5
We popped in for a spot of lunch while visiting sights around Dorchester. The landlady of the cottages we rented highly recommended the pub and even contacted them about allergens in their foods to help support one of our party who is suffering some medically induced food issues at the moment. The staff were absolutely superb and did everything they could to ensure we had an excellent experience there. The food was typical pub grub, but at its finest and the prices were absolutely spot on. We will be visiting again.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Cattistock Village Hall - 25m away
- Cattistock Stores and Post Office - 136m away
- Cattistock Cricket Club - 265m away
mydentist, Bridport Road, Dorchester
4 Bridport Rd, Dorchester DT1 1RR, UK | Dentist P: 01305 264600
Rating: 4.5 (40) Price Level:
Excellent dentists and assistants. In this day and age I am not supposed to say this but they are "all good looking". I suppose after saying that, I will be taken away to a place of execution and shot. We are all able to get dentistry on the N H S providing the practice is registered with the N H S. It's not the dentist that is registered but the practice.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was terrified of going to the dentist for years, and had most of my treatment under sedation in Bournemouth, My dentist was so good at my dentist, and gradually gave me my confidence back, and with their support I can sit in the chair and have any treatment with being so nervous 10/10 Thank you so much 👏👏
Rating: 5 / 5
I unfortunately had a filling come away from a front tooth, I felt awful and embarrassed.....I did not anyone to see it. I managed to get an appointment quickly with a lady dentist....she gave me advice on what she could do for me, after discussing my options I went for veneers on my two front teeth....she worked on my teeth for a mould to be taken. I then had to go back for another mould to be taken.....my third appointment was to have the veneers fitted. The whole experience was amazing from the receptionist, dentists and assistance, I could not thank them enough.....thank you once again x
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic, I was anxious at having my cracked molar tooth extracted! Everyone is so friendly. Dentist lady is brilliant. Would recommend this practice to anyone contemplating finding a dentist. Thank you Radina, and everyone who I came into contact today.
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing service every time I go here, nice friendly staff that are welcoming! Nuno is amazing at what he does and is always professional, the nurse who was in the room was very helpful with my questions about whitening. I’m always leaving pleased with my treatments!
Features:
- Restroom
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Dorchester Baptist Church - 49m away
- Dorset County Hospital - 319m away
- The Keep Military Museum - 62m away
- Top o' Town Coach, Car and Multiuser parking - 70m away
- Borough Gardens - 247m away
The Martyrs Inn
49 Main Rd, Tolpuddle, Dorchester DT2 7ES, UK | Pub P: 01305 602115
Rating: 4.5 (347) Price Level:
It Was a very good carvery and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and the locals were kind. Good selection of real ales... partner had a gin and she said that was good. They Squeezed us in on a Remembrance Sunday afternoon. Loads of space. Thank you all for the food and drinks.
Rating: 5 / 5
Went here on Saturday with my family. Food was delicious and well priced. The service was above and beyond, with them trying to find us a table as it was busy. Menu is great dairy free and gluten free, it's all written on there and lots of choices. I would definitely go back here.
Rating: 5 / 5
The history of this village is fascinating. In 1833, a group of six farm workers from the Dorset village of Tolpuddle were concerned that their wages had been cut, so they formed a trade union to ask for guarantees that their wages wouldn’t be cut any further. Other farm workers wanted to join their trade union, and potential members were asked to swear an oath and pay a fee to join and do the trade union was born although not without controversy. Inside the pub an information board pays homage to the six workers and the endeavours. I visited with my son and I had a ‘light bite’ fish and chips and he had a burger with all the trimmings. The location, food and service were all fabulous and well worth a visit either on your way or returning from nearby Athelhampton House. Highly recommended!
Rating: 4 / 5
Great lunchtime pub with very generous portions. I chose the ploughman's lunch and could barely finish it! The waitress was new in the job and very friendly and efficient. The Martyrs Tree is just down the road.
Rating: 5 / 5
Wanted to meet a friend and halfway was the Martyrs Inn. So pleased we chose there. The food was lush, I had the bacon, brie sandwich and oh my goodness! You don't only get a sandwich, but a garnish, chips and potato salad. Stuffed!!!! Very reasonably priced. Staff were lovely and friendly, on the ball and very welcoming. Highly recommend and with out a doubt will be back.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Tolpuddle Village Hall - 209m away