Top Restaurants in Alton pancras, Dorset
Saxon Arms
20 The Square, Stratton, Dorchester DT2 9WG, UK | Pub P: 01305 260020
Rating: 4.6 (686) Price Level:
Lovely Christmas dinner. The food was very nice but there was so much of it it was hard to enjoy it. My feedback would be to have the veg in dishes on the table so we can pick out how much we need. Would save a lot of waste and far easier to eat as not so much. The staff are always very welcoming and friendly x
Rating: 5 / 5
We’ve been coming to the Saxon Arms for years, and with good reason: the pub is lovely, the welcoming service from all the staff is exemplary and the food is a cut above the average. I don’t normally write reviews, especially for places I visit frequently, however I ordered the Beef Wellington for lunch today from their varied specials board and it was simply superb. It’s a favourite dish, but I rarely have it when I’m out as it’s easy to mess up - tiny steaks that are overcooked and pastry that’s soggy and tasteless, and the whole lot is more often than not outrageously overpriced, but today’s was outstanding. It was beautifully presented, perfectly cooked and tasted fabulous. The last Beef Wellington I had that was this good was at Hawksmoor in Spitalfields, a world away from this relaxed, quiet country pub in the middle of Dorset. I can honestly say that the Saxon Arms never fails to meet expectations and would always get my hearty recommendation, but today’s lunch was worthy of an establishment charging many times more for its food. Outstanding.
Rating: 5 / 5
What a lovely place in a picturesque setting. From the initial welcome we were made to feel right at home. The staff were brilliant and very helpful. We had the Sunday lunch which was great value and delicious. Top marks for the cauliflower cheese! 👏 Really enjoyed our visit and will be going back.
Rating: 4 / 5
We did enjoy coming here, however the food wasn't up to par this time round. It was super busy ( Christmas) and for the price, I expected something more treat worthy. First time we visited. The food was tremendous, hence the revisit and I felt spoiled which is how we should feel when choosing to eat out. This saddened me because I thought we had found a real gem 💎. Sorry guys x
Rating: 5 / 5
Excellent pub with high quality food, good beer, service and a lovely ambience. Was staying at TDOC Poundbury. This place was far better for food, drink and price.
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:
- Stratton Village Hall Dorset - 13m away
Greyhound Inn
26 High St, Sydling St Nicholas, Dorchester DT2 9PD, UK | Inn P: 01300 341303
Rating: 4.6 (441) Price Level:
Charming olde world pub. Great food and friendly staff. Our room was lovely.
Rating: 5 / 5
We met friends here today for lunch, on their recommendation. Absolutely delicious food, beautifully cooked and served, excellent value for money and lovely, friendly staff. My new favourite place, especially as it's only 10 minutes away!
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely local pub in the heart of the Dorset Countryside. Lots of nice walks around and rural spots to explore!
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Nearby Landmarks:
- Sydling St Nicholas Village Hall - 213m away
The Royal Oak
23 Long St, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7JG, UK | Pub P: 07908 015142
Rating: 4.5 (377) Price Level:
Lovely welcoming traditional pub. We only stopped for coffee and dessert but really enjoyed it. Pets are welcome. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Food a little pricey but good size portions and tasty.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very cosy pub with friendly staff loved the soup as it was delicious, definitely recommend a visit.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a wonderful old English inn dated from 1540. Has loads of character & charm. We had Sunday roast here... Was fabulous, prices are very reasonable. Staff are friendly, helpful... Inn has wonderful atmosphere. We also stopped here for afternoon tea with Dorset Apple Cake... Again fabulous. Highly recommend
Rating: 5 / 5
A stunning pub, with friendly and helpful staff. Sadly the kitchen's were closed at the time we visited, but they were offering various puddings to stave off the hunger. The Apple cake and cream was lush along with a pint of the local ale. Just the thing on a very wet day, as it was when we visited. Only downside is, It would be a 240 mile commute for me to call it "my local". A title I'd love to call it.
Rating: 5 / 5
We had a wonderful experience at The Royal Oak recently. We had a great lunch and an amazing dinner. Caroline was so welcoming! A lovely place full of character and friendly people!
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:
- The New Inn - 107m away
- The Giant Inn - 28m away
- Cerne Abbey - 194m away
- Cerne Abbas Stores - 96m away
- Cerne Abbas Village Hall - Dorchester - 355m away
The Wise Man Inn
West Stafford, Dorchester DT2 8AG, UK | Bar P: 01305 261970
Rating: 4.5 (372) Price Level:
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
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 😁 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
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!!
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 I’m 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!
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
Gaggle of Geese
Buckland Newton, Dorchester DT2 7BS, UK | Pub P: 01300 345249
Rating: 4.7 (392) Price Level:
We always like to try out a new pub for a Sunday Roast and came across this little gem. Based on their menu and google ratings, we decided to book. We had their new Sunday roast sharing board (there was 3 of us) and it was amazing. The amount of meat on it is well worth the money. Perfectly cooked pork belly, beef and chicken leg. And of course being greeted by the beautiful collie who led us to the front door ☺️ We will definitely be back and will highly recommend! Great pub, very friendly and attentive staff, great food!
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely amazing couple of days camping at the gaggle_of_geese_pub in Dorset. Cannot recommend this place enough. Loads of facilities for families. Double decker bus kitted out with soft play for kids. Pigmy goats and a small sports pitch. The campsite had warm showers, clean toilets. Pub served excellent food and beers. Will 100% be going back there. 📍 Gaggle of Geese Pub, Buckland Newton, Dorset
Rating: 5 / 5
My niece had her wedding here and the place was fantastic. Food for the event was brilliant and innovative. We also had Sunday lunch which was fabulous. Camping on site and lots of Airbnb in the area. Three cottages right next to pub with access through the gardens.
Rating: 5 / 5
We found this wonderful place after being at Minterne House and Gardens. Lovely village pub. Fantastic service, offered toys for my kid. Really lovely food. Great selection of drinks. Will definitely be returning.
Rating: 5 / 5
Fantastic, quiet beautiful campsite. Very clean site and clean toilets and shower block. Utensil washing area. Fire pits and wind breaks available to hire. Lovely campsite wardens, lovely friendly staff and hosts. Amazing food. 10mins drive to Cern Abbys brewery. Definitely recommend.
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:
- Dominey's Yard Holiday Cottages - 194m away
Minterne House and Gardens
Minterne Magna, Dorchester DT2 7AU, UK | Park P: 01300 341370
Rating: 4.5 (458) Price Level:
Visited today with 3 adults, 1 teen, 1 child. Lovely serene gardens. We did the fairy and dragon trail which was loved by all. The variety of plants, trees and flowers is amazing with all the different colours. The river walk is stunning with all the mini waterfalls and the big bridge at the end. Will be revisiting. A hidden gem 💎
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely eccentric gardens with a very grand sandstone house which is used as a wedding venue. Check for the occasional partial closure. Gardens are quirky and most enjoyable. Nice cafe terrace with everything from panini to a variety of salad specials. Very visit able.
Rating: 5 / 5
We have been to Minterne Gardens a few times, this time we went to see the rhododendrons and azaleas in flower, we weren't disappointed. Be aware that some of the paths are a bit steep and uneven, so may not be suitable for wheelchair users, pushchairs or anyone a bit unsteady on their feet. Teas, coffees and snacks are available on the terrace . Toilets available in the gardens.
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing house and gardens nestled in the Dorset countryside with a lovely tea terrace. Very quiet and peaceful as we wondered through the garden walk, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of nature. There was a Himalayan hut and gorgeous riverside walk as well as a Japanese pagoda. All so serene! Will definitely come again. All lit up at Christmas, I believe.
Rating: 4 / 5
Fabulous Gardens. We visited in Early May and saw the stunning rhododendrons at their best. It was so much better than we had expected, with lovely walks through long established gardens. A real treat.
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- Dog Friendly
- Good for Children
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The Frampton Arms
Station Rd, Moreton, Dorchester DT2 8BB, UK | Pub P: 01305 852253
Rating: 4.4 (1145) Price Level:
What a lovely place! We stayed here for 1 night. The room was so cozy and clean, the shower was fantastic. Sunday roast dinner and bread pudding after were absolutely delicious. Continental breakfast in the morning, which was free, had a great variety and assortment of yummy things. The stuff was very courteous and pleasant. Highly recommend!
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely place, nice spacious rooms with air conditioning, decent telly and comfortable bed. Very clean and tidy, with a nice powerful shower. I really had to dig deep to find any fault with the place, and the only thing I did find wrong was that the toilet roll holder was was a bit loose. The continental breakfast had a good range of food, and was a nice way to start the day.
Rating: 5 / 5
On arrival, after making a online booking, we were nearly turned away as staff said there was no reservations in our name, we had to prove it was booked from our online correspondence. Staff then found us a table, but advised us we had to go because that table was booked out at a certain time. We had our main meal, but didn't have a desert as we would have outstayed our welcome, only to find that upon leaving most of the restaurant was practicly empty, very disappointing. Apart from the above, the food and service was very good.
Rating: 4 / 5
Just had a two night stay here at this beautifully presented pub/b&b. Staff were friendly and helpful, always polite. Room was clean and had everything we needed. It’s on the train line which doesn’t feel intrusive. The food was really nice in the evenings (didn’t eat lunch there), we were a big group one evening and there were two small issues but they were sorted. The first morning, arrived to breakfast and it wasn’t ready and staff didn’t know why, they quickly sorted it out tho. The only downside for us was breakfast, as there is no hot option.
Rating: 5 / 5
My bestie Jane and I visited Moreton church, a beautiful tranquil place. We decided to be ladies that lunch and stopped at the Frampton Arms where we had a lovely lunch. The pub has a charming atmosphere, where the staff are chatty, friendly and our food was delicious and at a reasonable price, well worth a visit.
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
Nearby Landmarks:
- Moreton Camping and Caravanning Club Site - 103m away
- Crossways Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite - 311m away
The Blue Vinny
12 The Moor, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 8TE, UK | Pub P: 01305 848228
Rating: 4.3 (509) Price Level:
Busy Sunday roast lunchtime when we popped in after walk. Food smelt great...sadly we were not eating! Great pints of Butcombe and Dorset Knob.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
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Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- Piddle Valley Vets - 138m away
- SPAR Puddletown - 356m away
- Puddletown Recreation Ground - 486m away
- Puddletown Village Hall - 478m away
Piddle Inn Not the Ordinary
Piddletrenthide, Dorchester DT2 7QF, UK | Guest House P: 07587 429768
Rating: 4.3 (148) Price Level:
We stayed for three nights and were very happy. Our room was bigger than we imagined and The River Piddle was just outside our window. The hosts were fabulous, the food and drinks were lovely and the locals were also friendly. We did two fairly long walks in the beautiful surrounding countryside which we found on the village website. If you fancy staying in a characterful Inn with gorgeous surroundings you can't go wrong.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had great long weekend here for an 80th birthday and could not have asked for more. You have the entire pub to yourself including a fully equipped industrial kitchen, many different inside seating areas, outside seating with BBQ and fire pit, plenty of parking, four good sized ensuite bedrooms and much more. Thoroughly recommended, hope to go back again in the not too distant future
Rating: 5 / 5
Seven of us just had a great long weekend at The Piddle Inn. You get the back of the pub all to yourself including a fully fitted kitchen, 4 bedrooms a massive lounge and a separate dining room. We also had a back garden to sit in as the weather was so nice. The property is a work in progress and not perfect but has that typical olde English feel. Our second year and we will be back again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very warm and welcoming dog friendly village pub. Spent a weekend here in November, pub has a good atmosphere with friendly staff. The room was clean, large, and really cosy. Dinner menu is varied and the food really good. Breakfast ... full English will keep you going all day. If you bring your dog then thereis good walking directly from the pub. This is a really nice place to stay and I look forward to the opportunity to visit again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Perfect stay! We had Room 2, and had a lovely view of the river and fields across the way! The room itself was big, as was the bathroom with bath and shower! The bed was very comfy too! As you can expect from a Inn it does get busy and quite noisy in the evening, especially at closing time when you're in bed and trying to sleep but what do you expect? The room/view itself is perfect so it didn't matter to us at all! The landlady was brilliant, hardworking, and friendly! The evening meals and drinks excellent and great value (Cheap!!) And the Breakfast was excellent too! What a lovely place to stay! We will be back one day! 👍👍👍
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Nearby Landmarks:
- Fern Cottage - 23m away
- Piddle Valley C Of E First School - 437m away
- The Poachers Inn - 465m away
The Poachers Inn
Piddletrenthide, Dorchester DT2 7QX, UK | Inn P: 01300 348358
Rating: 4.2 (166) Price Level:
Had a wonderful stay here, the staff are extremely helpful & friendly. The evening meal & breakfast were very tasty. Would definitely stay here again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very quiet. Very comfortable and warm. Food is brilliant. Who does fried bread these days.. staff Very good. A wonderful sray
Rating: 5 / 5
Gorgeous location, really quiet & relaxing. Room was lovely! Could use another pillow for the bed but I tend to take mine when I travel anyway so it was no bother to me! Food was delicious & all the team working there and super friendly & helpful. Was a pleasure to stay for a night and I absolutely would go back.
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazingly friendly staff, they made such an effort to make me and especially my little one feel welcome. The food was very good, my little one said she really liked the seasoning on the chicken so the owner so kindly showed her pictures of where she grows it and cut her off a little piece to take home. A hard act to follow at home now it's her favourite meal 😅 will definitely stay again soon.
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- Good for Children
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Nearby Landmarks:
- Piddle Inn Not the Ordinary - 477m away
- Fern Cottage - 476m away