Best Places and Services in Stourpaine, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Stourpaine, Dorset

The Shack, Spetisbury

Clapcotts Farm, Blandford Forum DT11 9DF, UK

4.6 (249 reviews)

P: 01258 920200

What a cracking little spot for a few drinks and a bite to eat. After a nice little cycle over to Marcia’s it’s fantastic to sit outside in the sun and have a couple of beers or ciders. Lovely selection of food from the farm shop too.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A great hidden treasure, we stumbled across this place when planning a walk with the dog. The venue is dog friendly and has a lovely outside seating area. The food was incredible and well priced including the drinks which was an added bonus. The staff very polite and welcoming, we definitely will be back again!

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Popped in on a Friday lunchtime. Nice and friendly. Fixed me up a bacon and egg bap. Just what I needed. Will pop back with the rest of the family for cake and ice cream.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely brilliant! 20 of us turned up for drinks, a snack & a laugh. Sandwiches were great, beer good. Staff were great too! We will be back!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • 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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La Vita

43 East St, Blandford Forum DT11 7DX, UK

4.7 (139 reviews)
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P: 01258 503252

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

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

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.

Anonymous - 8 months ago

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.

Anonymous - a month ago

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.

Anonymous - a month ago

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
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Parking Options:
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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
Scruples Coffee House

2A Barnack Walk, Blandford Forum DT11 7AL, UK

4.5 (35 reviews)

P: 01258 459157

First visit to this establishment with my sister to sample some coffee and lunch. Very quiet location. First the staff all very friendly. premises are very dated definitely in need of a refurbish. Nice decaf coffee food was simple but nice . Took a while to be served with our food but didn't bother us better to wait a little and not just zipped in a microwave. Only other big problem was no air cooling or air conditioning available. Just a couple of fans close to the staff. Weather was very hot outside. Definitely give scruples another visit. Due to the friendly staff.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Tried this little cafe today on the basis they don't serve burgers and chips! Yes, it is a little dated on decor, but you can easily overlook that with friendly staff, good food at decent prices and the sound of friendly chatter all around. Will definitely come back when next in Blandford.

Anonymous - 6 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I love it here. Staff are lovely, really friendly and helpful. The food is amazing, love the fact they don’t serve fatty fried food. It’s really healthy eating at a good price. The hot drinks are amazing especially the caramel latte! Jacket potatoes are the best in town, you should do a takeaway menu! I’d be there everyday!

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Lovely fresh food and the staff are friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The only thing i would change is i wouldnt overload the counters with lots of tat especially if noone buys the stuff it doesnt look nice its looks overcrowded and its dusty. We only ever go for the food. Honestly the counters is the only downside we love the staff and food!!!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Crown Hotel - 42m away
  • Morrisons - 115m away
  • The Greyhound - 50m away
  • Simla Tandoori - 39m away
  • Costa Coffee - 103m away
Koh Gurkha, Nepalese - Thai restaurant & bar

8-9 Georgian Passage, East St, Blandford Forum DT11 7DX, UK

4.6 (138 reviews)

P: 01258 268300

Food was absolutely incredible, possibly one of my favourite restaurants to date. Staff were super attentive but not overbearing what so ever. A really lovely little place with great food and lovely staff. Will certainly return.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Was incredibly delicious, we went away for the weekend and got this on the Friday night and then ended up coming back on Saturday, as it was that good. Couldn’t recommend more.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Parking Options:
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Blandford Town Museum - 43m away
  • The Gorge Cafe - 34m away
  • M&S Foodhall - 278m away
  • The Georgian Tea Room - 30m away
  • Morrisons - 245m away
Quick Bites Cafe

Shaftesbury Ln, Blandford Forum DT11 7UR, UK

4.6 (13 reviews)

P: 07575 635852

Quality sausage and bacon not shrivelled watery rubbish. Lots of options, baps french stick, sandwiches, hot cold drinks etc. Generous portions. Good value, nothings too much trouble. Can order on the phone ahead handy for builders. Can't fault it highly recommended. Under cover so you won't get wet.

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Not much more you can ask for from a family run little cafe. Charmaine always has a smile and great chat. Food is great & good value. Parking never an issue & the outside canopy area is fab!

Anonymous - 10 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely amazing service and super friendly. A brilliant idea to put a cover over the seating, making it stand out from other food vans. We have always come for breakfast and it's always been great. The sausages are delicious. Thanks

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great place for a friendly chat and tasty food that tastes as good as it smells. Gorgeous sausage sandwich. Nothing too much trouble. Tasty local food

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely place for a breakfast and coffee or tea. Lovely staff, Charmaine works very hard to provide a warm welcome and is scrupulous about cleaning, she would never compromise on food hygiene or cleaning!!! I would highly recommend you pop in and see for yourself!!!!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Blandford Heights MOT & Service Centre Ltd - 34m away
  • Lidl - 264m away
  • Blandford Household Recycling Centre - 136m away
  • Travis Perkins - 255m away
  • Payless (Blandford) - 164m away
The Stour Inn

5 Dorchester Hill, Blandford St Mary, Blandford Forum DT11 9LH, UK

4.5 (250 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01258 268188

What a little gem of a pub!! Sadly no photos, but I can attest to the food being fabulous. I loved the creativity of the chef. Incredible scotch eggs, and his quirky Indian chocolate orange with a curry anglaise - whilst it sounds wrong on paper - was one of the best things I’ve had in yonks!!! Great local pub with cosmopolitan content. We loved it! 😍

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I love this pub. Friendly bar staff. I have found Locals are friendly and open to chat. The chef is amazing and always happy to accommodate people's needs and tastes. I enjoy the selection of ale which changes reg ( always have London pride on tap though) so this is my favorite pub.

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This is a treasure of a pub. The staff are really friendly and the local's are happy to chat. What marks this pub out from others is the great selection or beers and tasty wines. They also cater for those who are not drinking alchol or are driving with a great selection of non-alcoholic drinks that actually taste great. The chef here is unbelivably good. We have dined during one of his Thai evenings and the food is beyond belief. This pub is doing things right when it comes to Roasts as well. A Big sharing veg (bowl after bowl keeps coming out) along with a great selection of meats. The sharing roast is brilliant and the quality of ingredients is top notch. They also have an excellent menu on offer during the week as well, in the pictures we had the Breakfast Scotch Egg, Pig Croquettes, Steak and the Sticky Biscoffee pudding. All amazing. - Wednesday is steak night which is 2 steaks and a bottle of wine for £40 which is brilliant value.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Sorry for the delay in posting, We came here at the end of May this year, the staff were very friendly and helpful they even catered for my daughter who really struggles with certain foods coming into contact with each other and has lactose intolerance, the chef was most helpful and even came out to chat with us, the food was excellent and well worth it. We are looking forward to going back hopefully on our way back from Hampshire 23rd Aug 2024. Thank you to all the team.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I can honestly say my partner and I have just had the best roast dinner we’ve ever had. Being vegetarian we don’t usually bother to go out for dinner in Dorset as we’re often given bland boiled veg. The chef, Adam, and staff at the Stour Inn went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we could possible want (crispy potatoes, garlic greens, cauliflower cheese, HUGE yorkshires…). Staff were so friendly and the pub has a wonderful atmosphere. We’ve already booked again for next weekend. Thank you!!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Morrisons - 246m away
  • Hall and Woodhouse Brewery - 197m away
  • Stour Meadows Park - 237m away
  • The Brewery Tap - 164m away
  • Homebase - Blandford Forum - 410m away
The White Horse Inn

Shaston Rd, Stourpaine, Blandford Forum DT11 8TA, UK

4.6 (694 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01258 453535

Most pleasant Sunday lunch out we've enjoyed of late. Lovely fresh home cooked food, fair value. Good choices. Efficient, friendly & professional staff, a really well run pub!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

You can always rely on quality food and great service. There are always fantastic events scheduled throughout the year, from live music to steam engine displays. A fine example of a great pub.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Visited here twice for food whilst on our stay and we were certainly not disappointed at all. As you can see from our photos from our evening meals they were delicious, they were presented well and they tasted fantastic. Well worth the money we paid and the staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. It's also dog friendly and our dog loved it as well. Do not miss out when visiting Stourpaine.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolute gem of a pub, excellent Sunday lunch which was massive. Staff were lovely and very attentive. The pub was lovely, warm, inviting and quirky. Have been before for steam up but had to re visit to try the food and so glad we did. Lovely experience and we will definitely return

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely traditional pub with a wide range of beer and good food. We visited on a Thursday evening and it was pretty busy. I think it is one of the only pubs in Stourpaine, but service was great and the food was lovely. I had the steak pudding and chips, which I've not had for years but it was gorgeous. My wife had ham, egg and chips, which again she said tasted delicious. The pub has a whole raft of service mens hats dotted throughout the place and has had a visit by King Charles when he was a prince. Lovely place, well worth a visit.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Stourpaine Village Hall - 381m away
Namaste Gurkha (Blandford Forum)

11 East St, Blandford Forum DT11 7DU, UK

4.5 (326 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01258 450769

First visit to the area and saw the previous reviews for this restaurant which were positive. We were not disappointed. Lovely food and good service. Tried the dumplings as a starter (rather than my usual choice of onion bhaji) and they were delicious.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The most delicious dinner with a friendly and welcoming service! We came here this evening with our two friends all the way from Kathmandu who were very much missing Nepalese Daal baat and delicious Nepalese food. I must say we were not at all disappointed, the food was very flavoursome, fresh and most of all authentic. We would absolutely recommend coming here ☺️thank you very much for having us!!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Gosh, what can I say? Every time that I have had a takeaway from Namaste Ghurka it has exceeded expectations. Once again, absolutely great food and it makes living in Blandford more than well worth living! THANK YOU - BRILLIANT!

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Good restaurant to support the locals. Building is simple and characteristic, although needs some updating. Staff are still young so don't expect world class service, but good effort nonetheless. Food is great, reasonably priced and good portion sizes. Plenty of vegetation options as well.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • M&S Foodhall - 146m away
  • Morrisons - 466m away
  • Costa Coffee - 329m away
  • Blandford Forum Post Office - 179m away
  • St Leonard's Farmhouse - 297m away
The Gorge Cafe

59 East St, Blandford Forum DT11 7DX, UK

4.5 (278 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01258 451844

We were in Blandford Forum on Friday and looking to have lunch somewhere. We came across the Gorge cafe and saw a blackboard outside saying Cod and Chips for £5.55 so we thought that's worth looking at. Ordered the Cod and Chips at the bar along with 2 Cafe Lattes and took a seat in the rear of the cafe, mind your head with the low ceiling. It arrived very quickly from a nice staff member. It was a generous portion considering the price and came with garden peas. You can pick up your own sauces when you ordered. The fish was lovely with a tasty and crunchy batter and nice crisp chunky chips. Altogether great value , good food and nice staff.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

So happy we stopped here for breakfast! The 2nd best breakfast Ive ever had... first being our local of course 😂 friendly staff, perfect food, clean and Quirky interior. The food was beautifully cooked and you can tell they take pride in their cafe. Excellent happy customer service. Highly recommend this place. Only downside... its a 6 hour drive from where we live 😂 thank you very much!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely cracking breakfast great atmosphere best brekkie I've had in ages. Nice quality food and well cooked the service was friendly and good. Loved the ketchup scissors. Nice to go to a proper old fashioned cafe without being ripped off! It's a definite winner for me and will be back highly recommend

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Top cafe! I think it was 2 local lads working there, at till and cooking. Really polite. Food second to none, and very well priced. (even though the chef was new I was told) Very good atmosphere. Cup of Tea was perfect.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Georgian Tea Room - 3m away
  • The Blandford Town Museum - 67m away
  • M&S Foodhall - 275m away
  • Morrisons - 266m away
  • Blandford Forum Post Office - 134m away
Three Kings Restaurant

3 Salisbury St, Blandford Forum DT11 7AU, UK

4.5 (82 reviews)

P: 01258 722797

What a fantastic evening at The Three King's last night! The food was amazing, freshly cooked to order, succulent meat, char grilled veg and a banging home made hot sauce. The owner and staff were very friendly and welcoming and chatted with us which made the evening all the more enjoyable. Great value for money and somewhere we will definitely return too.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We went here with our dog for breakfast and were very impressed. We have an eggs royal and the veggie breakfast, both if which were generous and delicious for the price. Really good to have a great veggie breakfast where so many places just do meat and vegan now! Very welcoming and busy / nice bustle on a Saturday morning. Will be back 👍🏼

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

We stopped for some quick lunch and had jacket potato and avacado on toast. The owner/manager was great and a special thanks to him for remembering my hat!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We just had breakfast on a rainy Saturday morning. The service was excellent, prompt and accommodating. But the food! The kings breakfast was huge, delicious and fantastic quality. Eggs royal had plenty of salmon and perfectly poached eggs. Would definitely recommend!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • 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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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Subway - 42m away
  • Costa Coffee - 12m away
  • Morrisons - 205m away
  • The Crown Hotel - 103m away
  • The Greyhound - 72m away

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