Best Places and Services in Poundbury, Dorset (2025)

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The Potting Shed

Poundbury Farm Way, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3RT, UK

4.5 (240 reviews)
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P: 01305 216788

Wheelchair friendly. Epic food experience, Brisket Keftiko for £18 is amazing. I did not expect to eat such superior quality food next to a garden centre. I see a bright future after filling up my belly and hopefully for this place. Don’t lower your standards

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

excellent Cafe - Deli in Poundburry, perfect place to meet and eat, stunning sausage and beans with a Spanish twist

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What a wonderful experience! The manager and staff are excellent and the food was amazing, we had the buðda bowls.a substantial meal,beautifully presented..and the garden centre,Christmas decorations are truly amazing..enjoy,.even scrooge would ☺

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Poundbury Gardens - 38m away
  • The Engine Room Restaurant - 28m away
  • The Duchess of Cornwall - 81m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 139m away
  • Damers First School - 217m away
Princes Street Dental Care

29 Prince's St, Dorchester DT1 1TP, UK

4.6 (78 reviews)

P: 01305 264609

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.

Anonymous - a month ago

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.

Anonymous - in the last week

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.

Anonymous - a month ago

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 😊

Anonymous - a month ago

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.

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  • Restroom
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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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
The Sun Inn

The Sun Inn, Lower Burton, Dorchester DT2 7RZ, UK

4.5 (1,599 reviews)
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P: 01305 250445

We found The Sun Inn on google maps last minute, are plans had changed. What a find, lovely welcome and a very nice carvery , roast beef or turkey loads of veg all hot and fresh. I recommend booking in advance as it was very busy, they squeezed us in on a barrel table, not suitable for everyone, we didn’t mind they asked us first.

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Thank you for accommodating us as walk-ins for the Sunday Roast. The food was delicious, the staff were welcoming, the atmosphere was warm, relaxed and peaceful (some places can be very noisy during afternoon roast dinners). We have also tried the outdoor seating previously for some nibbles and the review remains exactly the same. We really enjoyed on both occasions and we will definitely return.

Anonymous - in the last week

Rating: 5 / 5

Have had two visits over the Christmas holidays and both times and found the food, service and atmosphere really good. Have not had the carvery yet but the beef burger, chicken burger, pie of the day and cold cuts have been good value and filling. Many thanks to all at the Sun Inn

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Visited The Sun Inn whilst staying in a holiday cottage 5 mins walk away. We booked in for a second time that week because we enjoyed it so much! Highly recommend the carvery, it was delicious. Can’t fault the staff, they were all lovely and so attentive. Great atmosphere, and great pub in general. Would suggest booking in advance because it’s very popular.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing service, one of the best Sunday roasts I have ever had. Carvery is excellent for vegans and vegetarians too! Staff really friendly and helpful especially the two young lads who have helped us both times we were there.

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
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  • Free Parking Lot
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The Poet Laureate

5 Pummery Sq, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3GW, UK

4.2 (334 reviews)
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P: 01305 267000

Great carvery highly recommended. You will need to book at busy times, we got there at 2pm on a Sunday and there was only one table free. Staff were friendly and cheerful. I had the standard size, they also do small and large. Prices are the same as other carvery pubs nearby.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Friendly team, great food and lovely welcoming ambiance I highly recommend the Port Laureate. Rugby pub with sports matches on a big screen too for big games. Good beer selection and nice setting in the square. Outdoor seating for the Summer months.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely pub in Poundbury. Good selection of beers and cider, friendly service and not overpriced. I fancied a snack so went for the starter portion of falafel which was just the ticket. Lovely outdoor seating as well, couldn’t ask for more, we’ll be back.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing Sunday roast, the landlady was extremely nice and attentive to anything I needed such as drink refills etc. the roast had beef, gravy, carrots, Yorkshire puddings, cauliflower cheese and some other bits that I don't remember but it was all very delicious. I will come back here for a roast for sure if I'm in the area.

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
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Café Octagon - 23m away
  • Brownsword Hall - 24m away
  • Castle Vets - 229m away
  • 1610 Dorchester Sports Centre - 247m away
  • MeraKi - 27m away
Pavilion in the Park

Pavilion in the Park, St John Way, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 2FG, UK

4.4 (40 reviews)

P: 01305 259142

This was a heaven sent find when everything else is shut on Monday. The coffee is top notch and so are the pasties.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely excellent service They made a sandwich for my grandaughter without sweetcorn as she doesn't like it , to me that's above and beyond. The food is lovely and the staff helpful , kind and polite.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic to have air con for our Silver Clay Workshop on Saturday 9th September. Lovely service in the cafe for lunch (ham salad) and tea n cake in the afternoon. Our lunch orders were taken when we arrived. The cook prepared our food whilst we were in the workshop so that we could eat without queuing at lunchtime. This was really appreciated. The food was fresh and tasty. Very enjoyable day in a great venue.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

A nice watering hole if you are visiting the Great Field at Poundbury. A café on the green that serve your normal café refreshments. I've been a few times, so can't be too bad in the grand scheme of things!!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • 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
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Great Field Poundbury - 135m away
  • Great Park at The Great Field - 59m away
  • Poundbury Pharmacy - 145m away
  • Damers First School - 260m away
  • Loop Technology - 309m 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 - 5 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Outstanding service! Speedy quote and easy to communicate with!

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very good staff turned up the same day

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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
The Engine Room Restaurant

Poundbury Gardens, Peverell Ave E, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3RT, UK

4.2 (481 reviews)
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P: 01305 257251

Nice atmosphere, lovely cakes but was very disappointed my friend who was visiting from Yorkshire and a celiac didn't benefit from the array on offer. Just a bought in selection of very ordinary gluten free options. I'd been recommend your cafe & coming from Australia where we have a great choice I expected more. Coffee was excellent though.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great range of food from snacks to full meals, my wife had the club sandwich and that was really good as well as my bun, and even better the bacon was not smoked - I cannot understand why some places use smoked bacon as it puts off half the possible consumers! The staff were attentive and polite, fixed our rocking table before we asked, loads of space and good value. There is also a covered outside area but you need sun!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The Coeliac Blogger: I've eaten in this cosy cafe before and as a Coeliac they can provide a good range of gluten free options, sadly like many places have no proper gluten free cakes available unless it's in a tiny packet, selling the usual chocolate options which I don't like, they need to have a couple of gluten free sliced cakes available. It's worth going and nice coffee on offer. Definitely room for improvement,

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

I must say, for a quick travel-home lunch, this was fantastic. You can clearly see why for such a little spot why they're so busy! For £15.95, a simple roast dinner with ample flavour. Homemade treats and lovely coffee. What a pleasure to have popped in on a whim. The staff were very attentive, despite being ridiculously busy, they made such an effort to be kind and helpful to all. Especially the older gent who was doing front of house, clearing tables and welcoming guests... rushed off his feet but was SOOO friendly which was lovely.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • 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
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Poundbury Gardens - 42m away
  • The Duchess of Cornwall - 36m away
  • The Potting Shed - 61m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 96m away
  • Meyers Estate Agents - 72m away
Finca

The Buttercross, 24, Buttermarket, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3AZ, UK

4.3 (374 reviews)
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👍 Excellent range of vegan cakes, Lovely rustic charm with wooden furniture, Helpful and friendly staff 👎 service can be very slow at times 🥇Their Foccacia is out of this world 👎 👎 Coffee serving portions are shockingly tiny - I wouldn’t be surprised if the takeaway coffee cup weighs more than the drink inside it!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Finca, as per usual, know how to satisfy the senses when it comes to a good quality rich coffee. Their blend tastes amazing, easily distinguishable from any other coffee shop I have personally been to. The staff are friendly and respectful, and the place is always very clean. Also what a unique venue to open a coffee shop! Would most definitely recommend, very happy indeed :)

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

It was a lovely experience with a great selection of coffee and coffee beans to buy, great snacks, amazing friendly staff who are happy to chat, and a great local vibe. I'm so happy I found this gem.

Anonymous - 12 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Been here a couple of time, the coffee is good with a couple of different beans to choose from. The cake though...! These are lovely. I'm not really a cake person but they are good. You can also pick up bags of coffee to brew at home. All in all, worth the visit.!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Poundbury Gardens - 248m away
  • Hardy Barbers - Dorchester - 74m away
  • The Engine Room Restaurant - 261m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 344m away
  • Loop Technology - 278m away
The Duchess of Cornwall

12 Queen Mother Square, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3DD, UK

4.2 (1,632 reviews)
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P: 01305 757569

We booked an area upstairs for my son’s 1st birthday celebration with our friends and family. The pub was decorated so nicely for Christmas and it had a lovely atmosphere. The food was amazing. Staff were professional, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We can’t wait to visit again soon

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

So lucky to have this fabulous pub as our local! The staff are fantastic and go out of their way to offer great service. With a Welcoming and friendly atmosphere, stunning surroundings and pretty decent food it’s no wonder this pub is busy. The only negative is they don’t take cash which is pretty outrageous.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

My partner and I spent the New Year at the Duchess of Cornwall Inn and had an enjoyable stay. The room had plenty of character, and the staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating. We also dined at the hotel's pub/restaurant, which was a nice experience. Conveniently located in the heart of Poundbury, the hotel is just a short stroll from Dorchester. All in all, it was a very pleasant experience.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • 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
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Poundbury Gardens - 72m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 54m away
  • The Engine Room Restaurant - 64m away
  • The Potting Shed - 101m away
  • Meyers Estate Agents - 58m away
PiP Café and Meeting Hub

St John Way, Dorchester DT1 2FG, UK

4.4 (148 reviews)

P: 01305 259142

Coffee and cake stop with granddaughter while visiting the adventure playground. Really good coffee and tasty cakes.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent place to go for warm and freshly-made food and drinks. It's at a great location and when the park opens up, it will be the ideal spot for everyone. Definitely recommend going. I also work here and the staff and the customers are always so friendly and both parties are always so understanding no matter the circumstance.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Brilliant sandwiches and drinks, the cafe is clean. The staff aren’t that kind.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Well managed little gem in the heart of the park. Great spot for a coffee and a chat whilst watching the children play. Can't fault the place

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Staff are okay, not overly friendly, but not not nice. Always quick service, reasonable prices, and nice hot cafe style drinks and cake/ pastries. It's not a fancy place, it's a casual place to chill. Good with a child/ baby. And good before/ after a walk round the great field. We got a hot drink each and a croissant.

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
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Great Field Poundbury - 136m away
  • Great Park at The Great Field - 60m away
  • Damers First School - 261m away
  • Poundbury Pharmacy - 144m away
  • Loop Technology - 309m away

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