Top Places and Services in Child okeford, Dorset
Nelson's Ale House
77 Salisbury St, Blandford Forum DT11 7PY, UK | Pub P: 01258 269942
Rating: 4.5 (385) Price Level:
Travelled down from Newcastle Upon Tyne to spend the new year with friends. They took us out today for a pub meal and can’t fault it all. The staff extremely friendly and welcoming. Clean premises and the food was fantastic. Would definitely recommend
Rating: 5 / 5
We love coming to Nelson's regularly especially for the Sunday roast.,we are never disappointed in the quality food and the great staff and atmosphere Colin and Diane
Rating: 5 / 5
Every summer and every winter,me and the lads have a works food and drink catch up, and the food is absolutely outstanding! The price, the taste, the staff, the environment is absolutely amazing. We have tried all different places, but this is always our go back to, amazing everytime, 👏 all 6 of us always go for the double bacon cheese burger, thank you nelsons for an amazing experience, we shall be back 😊
Rating: 5 / 5
Very warm and friendly welcome from the lady behind the bar today for lunch. Chicken burger, chunky chips and salad £10.50! Bacon cheese burger, chunky chips and salad £12.50! Amazing value I’m going to try the home made lasagna next time. Salad wasn’t just a bit of lettuce, but a decent freshly prepared salad with pepper, red onion, cress ect exceptional and very reasonably price food and drinks, the best value food in town. The bar is full of some old characters adding to the traditional pub atmosphere. Garden was clean and tidy, will be back soon 🍻
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 Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Morrisons - 483m away
- The Forum Frier - 241m away
- Blandford Forum Post Office - 173m away
- M&S Foodhall - 454m away
- Portman Lodge - 227m away
The Baker Arms
The Cross, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum DT11 8ED, UK | Pub P: 01258 860260
Rating: 4.7 (199) Price Level:
We stopped in on a Sunday, for a weekend away in Dorset (in May - late review), after reading their reviews. What a charming local pub it is, very friendly, people stopping off after church service had finished. We had a fantastic roast Sunday lunch and we would be coming back again if the chef was staying! Parking on the roadside. Nice little pub garden. Great Pimms! Amazing food - the scotch egg is to die for. What more can you ask for.
Rating: 5 / 5
Having just walked Hambledon Hill and Hod Hill with a different pub lunch planned, where we couldn't get in, with the help of Google Maps and the car we found The Bakers Arms. Here the welcome, from staff and a chap comfortably settled at the bar, was friendly and the wood-burner was welcome warmth after the cold outside. We had a delicious lunch, in my case halloumi bun with baba ganoush and chips and my daughter enjoyed scotch egg and millionaire chips (worth the journey just for those). It's a great old world village pub, well worth a visit, on foot or in the car.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Bakers Arms in Child Okeford is a wonderful little village pub. The staff are very friendly and welcoming to its visitors. The quality of the food is fantastic and the pub offers excellent booth seating by a cozy fire. When you drop in we highly recommend trying the burgers, they are delicious. The Bakers Arms offer great support to the local community, this was evident by the Phesantfest which was a fantastic and well supported community day. We love that the pub is a dog friendly pub also!
Rating: 5 / 5
Great food and ales. Tom and Sam are doing a great job. And a lovely little cottage you can stay in out the back
Rating: 5 / 5
A really friendly atmosphere and great service. They went out of their way to accommodate me with a vegetarian option for dinner, and remembered our drinks from the night before. Great stop after walking up Hambledon Hill.
Features:
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Child Okeford Village Hall - 232m away
- Millbrook House - 495m away
The Saxon Inn Child Okeford
Gold Hill, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum DT11 8HD, UK | Pub P: 01258 860310
Rating: 4.6 (298) Price Level:
The Saxon Inn is a truly beautiful country inn, full of charm and character. Each little area, corner and nook is styled and curated to perfection, and the special little attention to details really elevates this place above what you'd normally expect from a country inn. Every turn reveals an almost lnstagrammable moment you'd want to capture. The welcome from the hosts Sarah and Richard couldn't have been more friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them. They really were consummate hosts and you could just tell they'd put their heart and soul into place and genuinely cared that their customers not only enjoyed their stay, but loved their stay. The bedroom and bathroom were spotlessly clean and comfortable. The cooked breakfast in the morning was delicious and the fresh fruit and doorstep toast was amazing. Real coffee, real butter, and locally sourced products made this a breakfast to remember. My partner and I didn't have an evening meal at the Inn when we arrived but really regretted it when we tasted the breakfast the following morning. To add even more character to the place, the Saxon Inn also has two other permanent residents, the beautifully-docile and aloof Reggie (a gorgeous whippet), and Herman , an independent little dachshund who parades around wearing a bandana. Overall, it's a superb place to stay and eat. We'd highly recommend it.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Saxon Inn was quite a surprise - in a good way! We had been given mixed reviews about the restaurant but we found it warm, attractive and the food was exceptional. The staff were extremely friendly and the lady head chef/owner came out and had a chat with each table and some of the locals as well.
Rating: 5 / 5
This pub is the perfect balance of upmarket/boutique and having a homely feel. The food is outstanding quality, and our waiting staff (Minty) was excellently attentive. It was our first time there, for a romantic Saturday night date. This place did not disappoint. Plenty of car parking space. The finer details were beautiful - candles and fairy lights everywhere, water jug filled at every table, salt and pepper holders filled, a fluffy throw behind my chair, heating on, music on but not too loud. Our bill was £78, for two courses and a bottle of wine. Overall, a really fantastic pub!
Rating: 5 / 5
People who truly care! The owner and her daughter went above and beyond when I was unable to find a taxi to a nearby train station. Besides that it's a characterful, comfortable inn situated in a beautiful part of the world. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend 🙏
Rating: 5 / 5
The Saxon Inn has become our favourite pub! We've enjoyed many lovely meals there, from Sunday roasts to delicious evening dishes. It’s the perfect spot to relax after a country walk, especially on sunny days when we can sit outside with our dogs and enjoy a drink or by the fire with some bar snacks. It’s always so welcoming, excellent service, and tasty food - couldn’t recommend it more!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- 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:
- Gold Hill Organic Farm - 105m away
- Millbrook House - 295m away
- Beehive Self Storage - 371m away
- Gold Hill Farm Kitchen - 101m away
La Vita
43 East St, Blandford Forum DT11 7DX, UK | Italian Restaurant P: 01258 503252
Rating: 4.7 (139) Price Level:
The restaurant was nice and clean. The food was lovely, my pizza was delicious. The only down side is they don’t serve any ale! The parking was easy , just around the corner.
Rating: 5 / 5
Highly recommend a visit here. Wonderful restaurant with a lovely ambiance. Staff are polite, professional and helpful. Food is absolutely gorgeous. Rich opulent flavours that deliver absolute joy on a plate. Fantastic place if you're on your own, having a date or meeting up with a friend or group to celebrate a special occasion. I always check out the toilets in restaurants because it says a lot about the hygiene of the place. I found them to be clean and tidy. I will be visiting again for some truly unforgettable pasta! Thanks team La Vita.
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely gorgeous little local Italian restaurant. The staff are friendly and know how to deliver excellent service. The food was simply divine. This restaurant has luxury tasting food for a good price. I cannot recommend enough, we will definitely be back x
Rating: 5 / 5
I'm from Australia and visited with local friends when passing through this part of England. I believe the restaurant is relatively new but it didn't matter as the service was first right and the food and beverage offerings were really impressive. A wide range of offerings on the menu and you won't be disappointed if you come here after authentic delicious Italian food.
Rating: 5 / 5
Greeted with a warm welcome, then we were taken to our table. Beautiful decor with a lovely atmosphere. Very spacious inside!! Food portions generous and everyone in my party enjoyed their meal. Lovely waiting staff who were friendly and smiled!! Yes, smiled! Customer service was excellent and overall a lovely dining experience.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- M&S Foodhall - 213m away
- The Dolphin - 26m away
- Morrisons - 332m away
- The Gorge Cafe - 69m away
- Domino's Pizza - Blandford Forum - 24m away
National Dental Blandford
14 East St, Blandford Forum DT11 7DR, UK | Dental Clinic P: 01258 450019
Rating: 4.4 (36) Price Level:
I am very nervous of dentists and had not visited the dentist in years due to this. The dental nurses and dentist at the Blandford practice are very calming and patient. The dentist put my mind at ease and explained everything to me so that I could understand. The prices are fair and there are repayment options available that take the concern of being able to afford treatment away. I would highly recommend this dental practice and have lost alot of my fear of going to the dentist!
Rating: 5 / 5
Cannot recommend highly enough. A phobia of dental procedures had stopped me from going to a dentist before, I hadn’t been in at least 20 years, and was absolutely dreading my appointment. Dr Singh was so lovely and patient, explained everything really carefully and was so empathetic. I went to two appointments (for three filings in total and a clean) and it was all fine, totally painless. Dentist was so careful and attentive all through the procedure, constantly checking if I was feeling ok. Completely put my mind at ease and helped me to overcome my anxiety! All round fantastic service, professional, friendly and caring.
Rating: 5 / 5
Excellent treatment. Even tho i struggle to pay. Theres always a way. The dentist was very lovely.
Rating: 5 / 5
Needed a emergency dental appointment today due to pain and had to have extaction. What a wonderful service, dentist very kind and gentle, did not know he had taken it out. Sat here tonight no pain. Lovely friendly receptionist and nurse. Thank you
Features:
- Restroom
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- M&S Foodhall - 168m away
- Namaste Gurkha (Blandford Forum) - 27m away
- Morrisons - 446m away
- Blandford Forum Post Office - 152m away
- Blandford Barber Shop - 31m away
The Talbot
Blandford Rd, Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum DT11 8QN, UK | Pub P: 01747 811269
Rating: 4.3 (190) Price Level:
Considering it's on a main road it really is very quiet. I had a great experience here ,we were greeted with a smile from the bar area shown to our rooms with friendly chat. Decorated to a high standard with some beautiful colours. Beautiful garden patio area in good order and planted with thought.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very warm welcome, comfortable rooms, great shower, great beer and food. Beautiful village, lovely country walks, and ‘The Writer’s Block’ is a short walk down the road for a breakfast bap and good coffee. What could be better - we will be back!
Rating: 4 / 5
Had a lovely stay here. Host and hostess very warm and welcoming. Room was lovely...only minor grumble is mattress was too soft but that's a personal preference thing. Great English breakfast. Otter ale was nice too.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great village pub, was very impressed with the whole set up. Has its own pool room which looks very well maintained and clean. An eating area. Outside beer garden is pleasant. Service is very friendly and welcoming. Had a roast there, was a nice roast. Loved the large Yorkshire pudding. Prices are good value as well.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very friendly welcome, well kept ales and a very sunny courtyard. Tablecloths in the restaurant areas are a good touch, though we didn't eat this time. Interesting menu, so will be back 😁
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:
- Clayesmore School - 427m away
- Iwerne Minster Post Office - 67m away
- Clayesmore Sports Centre - 207m away
The Crown Hotel
West St, Blandford Forum DT11 7AJ, UK | Restaurant P: 01258 456626
Rating: 4.3 (1653) Price Level:
Had the Veal schnitzel served with an anchove, fried egg, green beans, mashed potato and some very tasty gravy. The gravy was so nice that I asked for a little extra and the friendly staff duly obliged. All in all a very enjoyable meal.
Rating: 5 / 5
Every single member of the team at The Crown Blandford have gone out of their way to accommodate our large family group. The food has been exceptional as are the rooms which are beautiful and spotless. The food at every meal has been amazing. At dinner, every single plate for our large group came out at the same time and was piping hot and delicious. We were well looked after and checked in on regularly. The welcome is warm and friendly and every part of our requests were accommodated including providing an accessible room for a family member needing a lift and a room with support. Reception did a great job of coordinating our group and helping with all of our requests. The bar staff also did really well to help us as we ordered drinks throughout the day. Thank you so much to everyone at The Crown ! We are very grateful and can’t wait to bring our family group back to see you !
Rating: 5 / 5
Me and my husband got married here in April and it was honestly the most perfect day we could have possibly imagined! Laura (best wedding planner ever) went above and beyond to make sure it was perfect, nothing was too much to ask. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a wedding venue 🤍
Rating: 5 / 5
This hotel is such a fabulous hotel, great location, good sized room/bathroom, great sized bed & soft fluffy towels. To add to this, the food was delicious, fantastic service and staff are friendly, helpful and all with a smile. We stayed Friday night and had an early engagement, Christine made sure our dinner was on time and made sure we had everything before finishing her shift. Honestly, what a lovely lady. She was just as helpful and cheerful the next morning. The lamb dinner in the evening was absolutely delicious 😋 The complimentary glass of Prosecco and half a beer was a fabulous touch… not advertised enough. Luckily we found a voucher in the room. And the choice of breakfast was amazing. We had smashed avo on toasted sourdough, seasoned with a hint of lemon, pesto leaves, chilly flakes and a perfect poached egg on the side… all done to perfection… well done to whoever made that 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 And for once the tea in the teapot was actually boiling, so I had a hot cup of tea with my breakfast… again perfect! One small thing… a little more light in the bathroom or in the bedroom with a good mirror for us older ladies would be helpful!
Rating: 4 / 5
My wife and I booked for one night's stay at the Crown Hotel recently, as it looked very nice and the price was more competitive than other hotels within this region. It's a beautifully maintained Georgian building in nice location, offering us easy access to numerous locations we wanted to visit in Dorset. We needed a second night's stay added, which was sorted out very easily and all prices, including our breakfast were clarified at reception. The staff were all pleasantly professional and the food choice was very good and of high quality. The room was clean, with a touch of character in line with age of building and had everything to make our stay comfortable. We were disturbed on second night by another guest's barking dog, although this was brief. Parking space is abundant and easy to access. There's also a very big beer garden outside hotel, which looked a popular feature in the sunny weather. Overall, generally pleased with our stay at the Crown and would recommend to others.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- 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
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Morrisons - 92m away
- The Greyhound - 115m away
- China China - 35m away
- Marsh & Ham Car Park (Entrance) - 86m away
- Costa Coffee - 155m away
Diplomat House Dental Clinic
Oakfield St, Blandford Forum DT11 7EX, UK | Dental Clinic P: 01258 456901
Rating: 4.3 (207) Price Level:
Today was my first trip to the dentist in a very long time and my first time at this particular place. Outstanding service, polite and calming and I'm more than happy with their amazing work.
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely lovely dentists, all the staff are incredibly friendly. I suffer with extreme anxiety and I am always made to feel so incredibly welcome. If I could give more stars I would. ❤️
Rating: 5 / 5
I was in a hurry, arrived early, and asked reception if things were running to schedule. Tom, the hygienist, was there at the time. He very kindly escorted me from the waiting area straight in for my clean. He put me at ease, gave sound advice and was very polite. I was all too happy to have been seen earlier too!
Rating: 5 / 5
Ben Brahim is always friendly, very professional, explains everything clearly and my new dentures, because of Ben's diligence, fit perfectly. A Great Dentist with a fabulous future! Thank you Ben!
Rating: 5 / 5
Both receptionist and hygienist were lovely. Full marks to both. Former was efficient and helpful and greeted me immediately I walked in. Tom is always a great hygienist, just a lovely manner.
Features:
- Restroom
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- North Dorset Trailway Blandford - 59m away
- M&S Foodhall - 340m away
- Damory Veterinary Clinic - 141m away
- Blandford Forum Post Office - 240m away
- The Forum Frier - 206m away
The Cricketers
Iwerne Courtney, Blandford Forum DT11 8QD, UK | Pub P: 01258 268107
Rating: 4.4 (446) Price Level:
As it was Monday night I couldn't find anywhere else to eat, so many pubs and restaurants were closed! I had to travel just over ten miles but boy was it worth it. I had the beer battered Pollock and it was superb. The beer was exceptionally well kept as well. Would recommend this pub as the whole experience was great, a special sound out to the young lady who answered the phone as her easy, confident, manner on the phone convinced me to get in the car and both young ladies in the bar especially the red head who was lovely! Not a fan of the basket idea, my fork kept going through the greaseproof paper, would have preferred a plate. With food this good you don't need a gimmick!
Rating: 5 / 5
I eat here with a friend ,early tea time .the girl who served our table was very attentive, the food was brought to the table quickly. Their were 10 other dinner's too..I imagine we sat in the newly extended part of the public house . As we finished our food their was live music . Clean well decorated with a friendly atmosphere. My friend and I were very happy.
Rating: 4 / 5
A wonderful pub with wonderful staff. Well worth a detour off the Shaftesbury / Blandford road. A great menu selection using local produce. We had The Cricketer and The Fisherman option in malted roll. Both with great fresh ingredients. Will certainly visit again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Service was second to none. It was such a pleasant surprise. The Sunday lunch was excellent and so tasty, and excellent value for money. An unbelievable change from what we had experienced a year or more ago. Although we sat outside, we had frequent from a member of staff to ensure all was OK. Highy recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had the most amazing Sunday lunch to celebrate a special 93rd birthday. The staff decorated specially in just the perfect window area of the pub. The atmosphere is so welcoming including kids and even the dogs! The staff and service was just excellent. Sunday lunch we all immediately opted for the Roast beef which was cooked to perfection and comes with a huge Yorkshire pudding, roasties, all your fave veggies and the best stuffing I've ever tasted! Pudding was an easy choice for most with an all time fave of Sticky Toffee Pudding but I chose the Rice Pudding with apples & homemade honeycomb.....every mouthful tasted like apple crumble, it was delicious. Coffee and birthday cake to end a wonderful lunch in a gorgeous setting which even included a quick trip to the playpark conveniently located across the street :) We will absolutely 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:
- Ranston Fm - 419m away
The Paddocks
23 Salisbury St, Blandford Forum DT11 7AU, UK | Restaurant P: 01258 456833
Rating: 4.4 (49) Price Level:
Good atmosphere staff are really nice beers good price and just an enjoyable evening with live bands
Rating: 5 / 5
"We had an incredible time at the Paddocks Pub in Blandford with DJ @allanturnerward - an unforgettable night! The friendly service at the bar added to the fantastic atmosphere, making it a truly welcoming and enjoyable place. Highly recommend for a great night out!
Rating: 5 / 5
Always a warm and friendly greeting, very reasonable prices, everything is meticulously clean, including glasses, and free bar nibbles x
Rating: 5 / 5
Busy busy town bar with good drinks range and regular entertainment
Rating: 5 / 5
Held a party for my husband's 50 th on Saturday 18th of Feb. The food was brilliant. Stuart, Jackie and their team did a fantastic job. Excellent choices of wine and gins too!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- Subway - 20m away
- Costa Coffee - 37m away
- Iceland Supermarket Blandford Forum - 37m away
- Morrisons - 254m away
- The Blandford Fashion Museum - 71m away