Best Places and Services in Up cerne, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Up cerne, Dorset

Walnut Grove

25 Durngate St, Dorchester DT1 1JP, UK

4.6 (321 reviews)
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P: 01305 268882

Cosy, licensed café restaurant offering everything from coffee and cake, a quick bite or fine lunch. Confit duck in Cointreau sauce was very good.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Just had our Christmas lunch a party of 13. Wonderful hot food ..great service lovely atmosphere would definitely recommend you won't be disappointed.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place takes you by surprise as it looks small from the outside but there is a lot of seating inside, plus upstairs. The service was really welcoming and friendly. The scones were amazing! The menu had lots of choices including sandwiches and jacket potatoes.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent service, food was incredible. I got the eggs Benedict with salmon and it was probably the best I’ve had. Yolk was perfectly runny n was well presented. Will be returning in future.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What a little gem of a cafe/restaurant!!! We popped in for lunch today, Sunday, for 16.95 each had sirloin beef roast, generous portion, toasties, potato gratin, plenty of veg, Yorkshire pudding, just the right consistency of gravy. And a side of horseradish. Best roast we've had in a very long time.... I normally save room for a pudding... but no... I ate every mouthful...and at 6pm was still not hungry. Staff so pleasant . I almost didn't want to leave such a good review in case I can't get a table any time soon!!

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  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • 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
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 76m away
  • Potters Cafe Bistro - 33m away
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 114m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 163m away
  • Costa Coffee - 69m away
The Royal Oak

6 Dorchester Hill, Milborne St Andrew, Blandford Forum DT11 0JG, UK

4.7 (830 reviews)
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P: 01258 837248

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.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

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!

Anonymous - a week ago

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.

Anonymous - a month ago

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.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

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.

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:
  • Heathcote House - 45m away
  • Londis - 82m away
  • Milborne St Andrew Village Hall - 182m away
Greyhound Inn

26 High St, Sydling St Nicholas, Dorchester DT2 9PD, UK

4.6 (441 reviews)

P: 01300 341303

We met friends here today for lunch, on their recommendation. Absolutely delicious food, beautifully cooked and served, excellent value for money and lovely, friendly staff. My new favourite place, especially as it's only 10 minutes away!

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Charming olde world pub. Great food and friendly staff. Our room was lovely.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely local pub in the heart of the Dorset Countryside. Lots of nice walks around and rural spots to explore!

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sydling St Nicholas Village Hall - 213m away
Potters Cafe Bistro

19 Durngate St, Dorchester DT1 1JP, UK

4.6 (302 reviews)
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P: 01305 260312

We only popped in for a drink but the staff were lovely and the service was very good.

Anonymous - 9 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Been a couple of times and already planning my next trip! Staff are lovely and attentive, menu is simple but wholesome with a great selection of café classics and specials. Really lovely setting and a courtyard - and a big bonus they're dog friendly!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

A lovely little cafe, tucked away in a Dorchester side street. A well-kept secret that the locals cherish. You can get to Potters back door and their lovely patio garden by turning left before entering Waitrose. The front door is in the street next to Tony & Guys hair salon. The cafe offers lots of homemade goodies and great tea and coffee. They are a little pricey for some of their items but it's worth paying that little bit more for quality. The staff are well above the average.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Really excellent. As someone who also owns a small independent cafe, Potters is one of the best I have visited. Lovely food( club sandwich) almost too much to finish, and I’m a big eater. Very attentive staff, and extremely good value for money. All round an excellent little cafe.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Waitrose & Partners - 51m away
  • Walnut Grove - 29m away
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 143m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 186m away
  • The King's Arms - 113m away
Al Molo-Dorchester

6 High W St, Dorchester DT1 1UJ, UK

4.7 (128 reviews)

P: 01305 602330

Visited by chance on a wet Wednesday and so glad we chose Al Molo. Restaurant was busy but staff were excellent, very friendly and attentive and despite being rush off their feet always available when needed. Food was fabulous and when we visit Dorchester again will definitely be back.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Incredible food. Went for my birthday and the food was absolutely amazing!! Best steak we’ve had and the portions were generous! Staff were extremely polite and friendly, we cant wait to go back !!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautiful food had 3 courses and all were beautiful, service was well paced and not fast so you get to enjoy the dishes . Steak was more than an 8oz fillet and my wife’s seafood linguine was in her words divine. Waiters were lovely and honoured to meet one of the chefs . Thank you

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Have a lovely lunch here with my godmother. We had pork belly and it was very tender but abit too salty. It’s ok when eat with the mashed potato, it’s balanced out. Very friendly and attentive service 👍🏻

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place is remarkable. I honestly feel like I have to leave a review because I had a private room booking for party of 7 (engagement celebration). The team took care of us extremely well and I want to give special honour to our hostess Verity, so sweet, so patient, clear in her communication- 5 stars for her. The food was gorgeous and pretty affordable in my opinion . Some portions were small but I understand that it is more on fine dining side. The only critique I would give is about some cleaning aspects in which the rooms had like old cobwebs, spider webs on the windows, just could use a deep clean.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 21m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 178m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 163m away
  • Costa Coffee - 64m away
  • The King's Arms - 119m 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

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 - 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

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.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

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.

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
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Seaside Boarding House - 129m away
  • National Trust - Burton Bradstock - 80m away
National Trust - Cerne Giant

The Giant Inn, 24 Long St, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7AL, UK

4.3 (648 reviews)
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P: 01297 489481

Can be difficult to see the full giant due to the fading white, but worth a little stop on the way to other places, some nice hikes and trails around the area.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very VERY steep and when you get up there you can't see him. So follow the advice from National Trusts OWN sign there that says go look from the layby opposite.

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

a pair of small carparks nearby for the view of the man in to walk up the hill. Do take the time to walk along the small river down to the village and look for the spring found up through the old monestry graveyard.If you are there in spring the water is ear and fresh enough to have a sip of.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

This mysterious, well endowed hill figure is a famous local landmark. It's worth a look as if you're in the area, but without getting up in air, the best view of it isn't brilliant, at least compared to other hill figures like Westbury White Horse or The Long Man of Wilmington. That said, I can highly recommend a look around the delightful village of Cerne Abbas, where you'll find an impressive church, abbey remains and a curious well. The chalk downland that the giant is carved into makes for a good walk with lovely views.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Cerne Abbey - 141m away
  • Cerne Giant Viewpoint - 285m away
  • Cerne Abbas Village Hall - Dorchester - 129m away
  • The New Inn - 366m away
  • The Royal Oak - 332m away
Switched On Electrical Engineers

Unit 6 Wanchard Ln, Charminster, Dorchester DT2 9RP, UK

4.4 (7 reviews)

P: 01305 753679

Very helpful

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Phoned for a quote for two broken bayonet fittings. Was round within an hour and al done for a very good price. Exceptional friendly professional service. Would recommend to anyone. superb

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very good staff turned up the same day

Anonymous - 5 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Outstanding service! Speedy quote and easy to communicate with!

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Charminster Garage - 53m away
  • Seven Springs Photography Studios - 191m away
  • Mx5 Heaven - 178m away
  • Jurassic Safari - 494m away
  • The Gamekeeper - 390m away
Hambro Arms

hambro arms DT11, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum DT11 0BP, UK

4.3 (328 reviews)

P: 01258 880233

Milton Abbas is well off the beaten track. It is very Dorset in its feel and nature. Surrounded by farmland and forest. No street lights to speak of and really quiet. At the moment the village is hosting some amazing wooden horse sculptures. Thatched roofs and a wide main street make this a picture postcard village in the heart of rural Dorset. It actually gets properly dark here. Not that you would know any of that from inside this pub. Beautifully appointed inside, really well taken care of with a staff team who are friendly and professional. Great selection of drinks and food alongside regular entertainment and events. You can elect to stay here as well as there are rooms on the first floor. I did not stay this time but I am planning to. If you can find it you will not regret your efforts.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We stopped here for lunch on our way to Swanage. We enjoyed a ploughman's lunch (my daughter's) and a Greek salad for me. Both were well presented and delicious. Service was good too. However, the icing on the cake for me was bumping into someone that I had been at school with a very long time ago. It's a shame that our lovely school is now closed. The reminiscence of schooldays so long ago was a great experience.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great beer and quite possibly the best baked potato we have eaten It shows the care and attention to detail here.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Woodland Views - 286m away
  • The View Coffee Shop Milton Abbas Dorset - 451m away
The Frampton Arms

Station Rd, Moreton, Dorchester DT2 8BB, UK

4.4 (1,145 reviews)
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P: 01305 852253

Just had a two night stay here at this beautifully presented pub/b&b. Staff were friendly and helpful, always polite. Room was clean and had everything we needed. It’s on the train line which doesn’t feel intrusive. The food was really nice in the evenings (didn’t eat lunch there), we were a big group one evening and there were two small issues but they were sorted. The first morning, arrived to breakfast and it wasn’t ready and staff didn’t know why, they quickly sorted it out tho. The only downside for us was breakfast, as there is no hot option.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely place, nice spacious rooms with air conditioning, decent telly and comfortable bed. Very clean and tidy, with a nice powerful shower. I really had to dig deep to find any fault with the place, and the only thing I did find wrong was that the toilet roll holder was was a bit loose. The continental breakfast had a good range of food, and was a nice way to start the day.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

On arrival, after making a online booking, we were nearly turned away as staff said there was no reservations in our name, we had to prove it was booked from our online correspondence. Staff then found us a table, but advised us we had to go because that table was booked out at a certain time. We had our main meal, but didn't have a desert as we would have outstayed our welcome, only to find that upon leaving most of the restaurant was practicly empty, very disappointing. Apart from the above, the food and service was very good.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What a lovely place! We stayed here for 1 night. The room was so cozy and clean, the shower was fantastic. Sunday roast dinner and bread pudding after were absolutely delicious. Continental breakfast in the morning, which was free, had a great variety and assortment of yummy things. The stuff was very courteous and pleasant. Highly recommend!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

My bestie Jane and I visited Moreton church, a beautiful tranquil place. We decided to be ladies that lunch and stopped at the Frampton Arms where we had a lovely lunch. The pub has a charming atmosphere, where the staff are chatty, friendly and our food was delicious and at a reasonable price, well worth a visit.

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  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Moreton Camping and Caravanning Club Site - 103m away
  • Crossways Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite - 311m away

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