Top Places and Services in Affpuddle, Dorset
Ship Inn Wool
Dorchester Rd., Wool, Wareham BH20 6EQ, UK | Pub P: 01929 462247
Rating: 4.5 (1323) Price Level:
Celebrated birthdays with a group of 8. Booked the table and seated right away. Great service and delicious food 5 star
Rating: 4 / 5
Food was excellent, with a good selection for those with allergies. Fish and chips was huge. The flat bread was a little disappointing though in comparison to the other mains. Still good though!
Rating: 5 / 5
Fabulous place, food amazing. Stumbled upon this pub during a long drive home. Lovely place, service was good but think the lady could smile lol. Spoke like she didn't want to serve happy when with colleagues haha. That's the only reason for deducting a star on service. Had a lamb burger and chips. Wow best chips ever, so thick, crispy on outside and fluffy on inside. Burger tasted homemade. Sounded expensive on ordering but my goodness it was eoth every penny.
Rating: 5 / 5
An excellent, well presented pub with superb food and very friendly staff. What more do you need?? The menu is a nice balance of staples and really imaginative dishes. The crispy chicken with chilli starter was amazing and the chargrilled chicken with chorizo was fabulous. The ham, egg and chips was probably the best I have had anywhere, a simple dish prepared very well with good ingredients. We will be back
Rating: 5 / 5
Really good food. We have been the last 2 weekends, and had the fish and chips both times and has been consistently excellent. The service is polite, friendly and efficient. There are 2 car parks providing plenty of free parking. They have a very generous outside area with plenty of seating too.
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
Nearby Landmarks:
- The DâUrberville Centre - 294m away
- Whitemead Caravan Park - 65m away
- Wool & Bovington Motors Ltd - 153m away
- Boots Pharmacy - 258m away
- Station Garage - 369m away
The Brace of Pheasants
Plush, Dorchester DT2 7RQ, UK | Bar P: 01300 348357
Rating: 4.6 (280) Price Level:
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
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
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
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.
Features:
- Serves Beer
- Restroom
- Good for Children
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Plush Manor - 100m away
The Wise Man Inn
West Stafford, Dorchester DT2 8AG, UK | Bar P: 01305 261970
Rating: 4.5 (372) Price Level:
Fabulous gastro pub. We enjoyed the food so much we went there for a second evening whilst staying overnight locally. Really good value for money with generous portion sizes đ If you have the fish Friday, which includes a drink, you need to ask, which ones are included before ordering. We didn't realize that at the time and ordered drinks that weren't included.
Rating: 5 / 5
Really enjoyed our meal, great atmosphere and lovely food, not just the usual stuff either, some really interesting dishes. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Rating: 5 / 5
Selfishly I would like to keep this little gem to myself so that I can always go when I want but in the spirit of generosity (and because these guys are so brilliant) I felt I needed to leave a review. All of it is outstanding - the food, the service, the ambience, the wine - and Iâm a hard person to please! I have been for a quick soup and a sandwich, full-blown Sunday roast and a mid-week supper. All superb, freshly prepared food. Yes, maybe slightly pricier than other pubs, but if top quality food and a genuinely friendly service is your priority this is the place to come!
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely couldn't fault anything the food was delicious as were the desserts..Staff very friendly and welcoming..Definitely will be visiting again soon
Rating: 5 / 5
Very cozy place! Had a table booked for 12:15 but showed up an hour early, we still were friendly welcomed and enjoyed a coffee and a pot of tea in the cozy sunny spot inside before we could order our lunch. Great selection and daily specials. We had a Camembert with sourdough to share and two starters as small Mains, salmon fish pie with cream cheese and watercress, breadcrumb battered feta with caramellised figs and honey glaze and two portions of chips. We even got the aioli requested from another main to dip the chips in! As dessert we shared grilled plums.. all very lovely presented. We were absolutely stuffed, even we had no breakfast and no mains! Two drinks. Card payment didn't work for ages and stuff was very helpful and patient!! We spent 3 lovely hours in here with delicious food for a very reasonable price!! Recommended!!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- 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
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
The Black Dog
Black Dog Inn, 50 Main St, Broadmayne, Dorchester DT2 8ES, UK | Inn P: 01305 854021
Rating: 4.6 (627) Price Level:
Dropped into the Black Dog for dinner for the first time in nearly 20 years. A fondly remembered pub delivered to the moment, well kept and served beers, but it was the food that blew me away. Went for the venison, black pudding and melted stilton burger off the specials board, wow! Seasonal menu and table decorations, nice touches all around, highly recomended. Whilst the venison burger becomes a must for me, great food selection, right across the board.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was staying close by at a holiday park, and searched for somewhere kid friendly to eat for dinner. The Black Dog is a lovely pub, which is warm and inviting on the inside, with a lovely playground and seating outside. Food was absolutely delicious! Was the best lamb chop dinner I've had in a long time! Everyone enjoyed their dinner and puddings, so much so we've added this place to our favourite's list! Very kid and dog friendly! We will definitely be back again!
Rating: 5 / 5
Staying at a local holiday park and after a quick google search for dinner recommendations, we decided to book a table at the black dog! Food was lovely, I had the green curry which was delicious and my husband had the gammon which he also enjoyed. Kids loved their dishes and after coming from Surrey the prices were very reasonable. Would definitely return.
Rating: 5 / 5
Such friendly staff. Found us a table for 4 adults a baby and 2 dogs at very short notice. The food was amazing and great value for money. Would definitely recommend booking as it was very busy, but the service was spot on.
Features:
- Good for Children
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Barton Cottage - 258m away
- Broadmayne Village Hall - 220m away
- JDP Dorchester - 344m away
Potters Cafe Bistro
19 Durngate St, Dorchester DT1 1JP, UK | Cafe P: 01305 260312
Rating: 4.6 (302) Price Level:
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 Iâm a big eater. Very attentive staff, and extremely good value for money. All round an excellent little cafe.
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.
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!
Rating: 5 / 5
We only popped in for a drink but the staff were lovely and the service was very good.
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
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Paid Street Parking
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
Taste Café at Dorset Museum
High W St, Dorchester DT1 1XA, UK | Cafe P: 01305 262735
Rating: 4.6 (58) Price Level:
Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food! The Evershot Bread is incredible, made the sausage sandwich so so tasty! Eggs were well cooked on the breakfast, tasty mushrooms! Flat White coffee nice and strong. Would visit again if we visit Dorchester again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Such a lovely lunch served by friendly young ladies. Hope that doesn't come across Creepy. we want to come back for the afternoon tea.
Rating: 5 / 5
Fabulous place to stop for breakfast. Light and airy surroundings, building with a bit of history. Very efficient and polite service. The cooked breakfast was lovely, always good to have a perfect egg. Good range of hot and cold drinks. Comfortable seats and quiet enough to have a good chat or a nice read. The smoked salmon fritata is also very good.
Rating: 5 / 5
Near the high street and inside the museum we find this coffee shop where to stop and eat something. Beautiful decoration and nice treat to clients. Lots of people in the place where we were lucky to get a table. You pay at the end at the bar. The exit is through the museum shop. There are toilets availables for clients.
Rating: 5 / 5
Martin and his team from Taste did an incredible job catering for our wedding in Dorchester at the end of August! The BBQ food (done for 120 guests!) was absolutely amazing quality and cooked to perfection - with various dietary requirements and a tricky seating plan, Martin took everything in his stride and him and his staff made our day even more special! A MASSIVE thank you!! We would highly recommend to anyone wanting some brilliant and tasty food for their wedding or special event! THANK YOU!!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 6m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 185m away
- Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 178m away
- Costa Coffee - 61m away
- The King's Arms - 111m away
The Brewers Arms
Burnside, Martinstown, Dorchester DT2 9LB, UK | Pub P: 01305 889361
Rating: 4.7 (492) Price Level:
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: 5 / 5
Just had lunch at the Brewers Arms , fantastic food, brilliant Landlord and friendly staff , the best pub Iâve been in for years. Iâll definitely visit again when next in the area .
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.
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.
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
Athelhampton House & Gardens
Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UK | Tourist Attraction P: 01305 848363
Rating: 4.6 (1088) Price Level:
Full of history, an interesting place to visit. Worth a stop between London and Devon. Great facilities and cafe and bar. The house and garden are well setup and maintained with enough to see for several hours. Will be returning.
Rating: 5 / 5
Recently visited this tudor house and gardens. The weather had not been in our favour but had stopped raining for our visit so we walked the gardens first before entering the house. A little overcast but the gardens were still beautiful for our walk round. The house is very picturess and in very good order. You can wander around at your own leisure with loads of interesting things to read and see. It was quite nice as their wernt loads of visitors at one time so you didn't feel rushed. All staff were extremely friendly and polite. The lady on reception was very polite and also we were given a warm welcome in the restaurant where we had some delightful sandwiches and perfectly made lattes. A very intresting place to stop with the added great customer service. Thankyou all.
Rating: 5 / 5
Such a beautiful property and the gardens were stunning, even in October. Highly recommend a visit here. There are lots of rooms to explore in the house and make sure you watch the videos to learn about the restoration too. I didn't visit the cafe but I did buy some local foods from the shop; there's a nice little selection.
Rating: 5 / 5
Beautiful house and gardens and can't wait to come back in the spring/summer to see all the flowers! Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.
Rating: 5 / 5
A delightful and well presented house and gardens. The visual and audio displays make the visit entertaining and interesting and you get drawn into the history of the house without realising. The tea room was great with good food and fast friendly service. The team throughout were professional friendly and very helpful. A great day out
Features:
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Orthodox Christian Church of Saint Edward - 146m away
YC's Cafe
Dukes Fine Art Salesroom, Copper St, Dorchester DT1 1GA, UK | Cafe P: 01305 260185
Rating: 4.7 (191) Price Level:
Friendly staff. Very accommodating with dietary needs. Service was relatively quick considering it was a busy lunchtime. Would recommend.
Rating: 4 / 5
Friendly accommodating staff were good about my girlfriend's allergies and swapping ingredients round. The food was also good and tasty. Only gripe was the full breakfast coming with only one slice of toast which wasn't anywhere near enough to soak up all the breakfast goodies - surely 2 slices a minimum! Offering breakfast with a hot drink like some places do would have definitely got 5 stars. Would go again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely adorable little cafe with the sweetest service, great prices and really yummy food! Forgot to take a picture of my BLT but my partner had mushrooms, eggs and avocado on toast and we both loved every bite! Will definitely be back :)
Rating: 5 / 5
Had some delicious food here for brunch , made by chef Maria. Was extremely tasty!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brewery Square - 57m away
- ODEON Dorchester - 81m away
- Maumbury Rings Roman Amphitheatre - 137m away
- Nando's Dorchester - 94m away
- Brewhouse & Kitchen - Dorchester - 62m away
The Rivers Arms
Cheselbourne, Dorchester DT2 7NW, UK | Pub P: 01305 236586
Rating: 4.6 (273) Price Level:
Terrific pub with a really dedicated owner/ landlord. So much effort has been made to create several different areas where one can eat and / or drink. It's a large building with a cosy front bar and a very pleasant conservatory. Upstairs is a library where food and drinks can be taken. Very smart! Various outdoor seating places and 2 verandas There are chalets to stay in, too. Food is homemade and of good quality. Good ingredients and large portions. Very reasonable prices. Good beer and other drinks. Regulars are very friendly and good fun. Good welcoming atmosphere, too. It's very clean, and all areas are well maintained as well as being interesting to be in. The landlord is really friendly and helpful. Just one sad note, it's closed on Mondays and Tuesdays out of season. The village is rural and small. However, it's very pretty and the pub is definitely worth the trip!!! Highly recommend and will stay there if we return to the area. Thanks to everyone who made us feel happy to be there!'
Rating: 5 / 5
Very welcoming and friendly hosts, lovely cabins and view, great food and as it states a cozy atmosphere, highly recommended
Rating: 4 / 5
Stayed here for bank holiday weekend lovely peaceful weekend away. Very welcoming lovely spacious clean well equipped cabin. Great food and good selection of drinks at the bar. Peaceful location away from the hassles of everyday life. Would recommend
Rating: 5 / 5
Me and my partner stayed here for 3 nights for my birthday and the owners made it very special and defiantly one to remember. As soon as you walk in it feels like a homely, family atmosphere and we received such a warm welcome. The food is lovely and the beds are so comfy. We will defiantly be returning as we feel we have made very good friends. Thanks again guys Dan and Sophie :)
Rating: 5 / 5
Had a lovely stay here with my.wife. We traveled down for a 2 night stay and were made to feel so welcome by the owners. The chalets were comfortable and quiet and as huge animal lovers, the free roaming Guinea pigs were the icing on the cake. Thank you for being such great hosts.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Dorset Wool - 61m away