Best Places and Services in Wimborne minster, Dorset (2025)

Rating: 5 / 5

Had an absolutely delicious lunch here today, liver, bacon and onions for me and a steak and ale pie off of the specials menu for my husband. Lovely atmosphere and really friendly staff, we will certainly be back, next time we will hopefully have room for a pudding as they to sounded delicious. Thank you.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely smaller pub. Friendly and professional staff. Great menu. Food was wonderful 😋 Will be back again.

Rating: 5 / 5

Beautiful location, easy parking. Relaxing and a warm welcome with a good ambience. Service was okay, along with food which was home cooked and a nice selection. I would definitely return

Rating: 5 / 5

Food was lovely, it’s my second time going. First I can say was better than the second. Unfortunately a gentleman got ill so I felt the attention to diners was taken away. Waiter wasn’t into it (obviously flapping about gentleman) and food (Pie) came out with tough pastry. Didn’t really get a chance to say owt as plates were whisked away. Service was definitely slow but we understood why. Just didn’t feel we got what we paid for food wise.

Rating: 5 / 5

Outstanding food,service and location 10/10. We had the vegan Tomatoe and pepper soup to start with.Mum had the meat quiche I had a vegan coronation sandwich! Amazing!

Rating: 4 / 5

We had the Goats Cheese Toastie on Sourdough with Chips. It tasted delicious and fresh too. Lovely ambience near the church too.

Rating: 5 / 5

Went here for Sunday lunch as a party of six. We sat in the marquee. We were impressed with the service and food. I had the roast pork and roast lamb. There was roast beef as well. I had the Apple and berry crumble, which was delicious too. There is plenty of free parking. I would recommend this place for Sunday roast.

Rating: 5 / 5

The Old Thatch in Stapehill, Wimborne, Dorset, a 17th century pub which sits directly opposite historic Stapehill Abbey has a very warm and welcoming feel to it, from the roaring fireplace to the friendly smiling staff. My wife and I decided to try this place out as we had heard great things, and we were not disappointed. We had not booked, but the staff found us a lovely cosy corner next the fire. The seating was very comfy and I could have stayed all afternoon. The staff was very attentive and a drinks order placed within a few minutes of sitting down. After a quick study of the menu the waitress brought over the drinks order and took our food order. The starter arrived in good time and it tasted fantastic, fresh and full of flavour, once finished the waitress wasted no time in clearing our plates and again the main course arrive shortly after hot and freshly cooked. The mains were perfect, the pie was great and the vegetables cooked to perfection, crisp and full of colour. The deserts followed and again food heaven. So what does this place score for us. Atmosphere, 5 stars Service, 5 stars Food quality, 5 stars Price, 5 Stars

Rating: 5 / 5

The food was really good as was the cocktail I had. Staff were friendly. We dat outside which was a lovely area. Highly recommend

Rating: 5 / 5

Have had a couple of Saturday evenings at The Old Thatch recently. Lovely food (Venison pie, fish pie and apple & berry crumble with custard), efficient and friendly service and accommodating to a large friendly dog, who was happy to receive gravy bones and a bowl of water. Good beer, including real ale on tap. Busy, but everyone seemed to be having such a good time - so much to recommend and will definitely be back there again soon. Thank you for your hospitality x

Rating: 4 / 5

Had a pre-Xmas Sunday get together and the venue and staff were absolutely awesome - would have scored them a 5 but the veg was too sparse on all the roasts (albeit they did bring us more when asked) and what should have been the absolute bomb of a dessert didn’t quite hit the mark as the sauce to melt the rock hard chocolate case hadn’t been heated up. Will definitely return - it’s a fab venue, with fab staff and food 👍👍

Rating: 5 / 5

We visited on Christmas day and had an absolutely amazing lunch. The service by the restaurant and bar staff was fantastic and every detail had been thought about to make a special meal on Christmas day that bit more memorable. The table looked beautiful and the rustic bread on arrival and a Christmas card was a lovely touch, the main courses were delicious - I had the traditional turkey roast and the meat was spot on! A big thank you to Katie, Bridie, Sophie and the rest of the team who all looked after us so well and really made a it a Christmas Day to remember.

Rating: 5 / 5

We ordered a takeaway from here after visiting for lunch last week (which was great! Fab food and service). Large choice of menus, if you can’t find something you like….id be confused! Ordered the roast pork, my partner had the trio. Wow, so tasty! Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Had to change an option through the phone as I had an allergy and the staff were beyond helpful. Will defo recommend to my friends!

Rating: 5 / 5

Big shoutout to the team working Saturdays especially the lovely lady that served and helped with my dairy allergy. She followed every procedure and protocol ensuring I was happy and comfortable whilst she was making my drink. The gentleman that took my order showed me the allergy book to make sure I was happy with my order and the whole team made me feel happy and safe with my order and dairy allergy which I am yet to receive at any other Costa.

Rating: 5 / 5

Had a function here yesterday and it was absolutely brilliant. Staff attentive, nothing too much trouble. Chap in charge of our function was helpful and friendly. Food was hot and on time despite several covers. Thank you so very much.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great pub....a gold star in the heart of Badger Beer....helpful staff....quirky layout....modern yet comfy and old....food was amazing especially the chicken gravy....defo come again❤️🍒❤️

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic Sunday lunch. Great service, lovely friendly vibe and food was delicious. Had a great table on the raised area by the kitchen and looking forward to coming back!

Rating: 4 / 5

The pub is under new management. Decent sized car park. Despite signs at the entrance warning you to register your car at reception or risk a penalty charge, you no longer have to do that. Perhaps they should take the signs down? We pre-booked over the telephone and this was doing using an AI program. Sat in the corner of the large dining space which was well lit. A few candles dotted around for "atmosphere ". Drinks order was taken immediately and soon arrived. Abbot Ale was fine. Food was fairly quickly ordered with a wait as the kitchens were busy. Meal arrived in good order. Steak and Ale pie was heavy on gravy light on meat. Nevertheless a proper plateful. The manager was keen to point out a new dogs' garden facility he had just created. Would I go again? Yes.

Rating: 5 / 5

Good food, good atmosphere and a lovely setting. Recommendation of starter platter in particular. Cottage pie croquettes were a novel and enjoyable discovery

Rating: 5 / 5

We visited the Fox & Hounds today with family (5 of us) for an early festive meal and were not disappointed! Our first visit in over 40 years and the whole place has been re-decorated and fitted out to a very high standard while keeping the nice warm & traditional feel an establishment like this deserves. We were greeted and well looked after throughout by their friendly staff. We all made selections from the festive menu and the food was well prepared and presented and very tasty. The location is brilliant for us when getting together with family so we will certainly be returning.

Rating: 5 / 5

Recently taken over by new management and OMG Amazing!! Visited last Sunday for a roast dinner ....DEVINE! I noticed then they did breakfast...so here I am back again a week later! How on earth it isn't rammed for breakfast is beyond me! Beautiful coffee and food! Fabulous hosts. I cannot recommend this breakfast enough. I intend on making regular visits and trying all the delicious choices available!

Rating: 4 / 5

AMAZING roast may even be the best I've had at a pub. We rung ahead and got the last of the day and it was still SO fresh, well seasoned and beautiful. We got it on the half price offer so two roasts, 2 portions of cauliflower cheese and two soft drinks for £30. Pub it's self was clean and nicely decorated, staff were super friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend and return if in the area 😀

Rating: 5 / 5

We booked a family get together here, there was about 20 of us and we had a few requirements too. They got every order spot on, the food was fantastic, the staff were attentive but not too much they pretty much left us to it and the atmosphere was brilliant. Thank you to the all the staff for making it a lovely day.

Rating: 5 / 5

Had a lovely lunchtime meal here. It's a large pub with lots of space. You will find the normal varied Weatherspoons menu with something for everyone. Great for vegetarians with lots of options. The staff were all really friendly, and it's very easy to order through the app. Food came quickly and was well cooked.

Rating: 4 / 5

A lot busier than the Night Jar in the neighbouring town of Ferndale. I ordered from the table, (because no bar service at the moment) a pint of Shipyard for £2.49. Some nice pieces on the wall (see photos). Certainly worth a visit 👍

Rating: 5 / 5

Made my top 10 in my spoons list beautiful spoons great service great staff like the open plan kitchen lovely outside seating area a0 cracker of a spoons

Rating: 5 / 5

Went there for breakfast, I had the full English. It was really very good. Plenty of it, with good quality ingredients. The staff were friendly and the toilet was clean. What not to like? Recommended.

Rating: 5 / 5

We had a delicious Walnut Cake and a Flat White with Soya Milk. The cake was delicious and the coffee was good and strong. Nice outdoor setting too.

Rating: 5 / 5

The perfect start to a warm sunny morning. A friendly welcome and a very good decaf latte whilst sitting in the square watching the world go by. It was so enjoyable I came back and repeated my visit the very next morning. Thank you so much Chris and Helen and I can’t wait to come back!

Rating: 5 / 5

I visited here at Christmas and had the best toasted sandwich I’ve had in ages. We came back in the summer and even though there wasn’t any toasted sandwiches on the menu, we asked if we could have one and they happily made one each for us even asking us what would we like in it! Many thanks to the lovely staff, am looking forward to another toasted sandwich again soon!