The Best Restaurants in Buckland Newton, Dorset, United Kingdom (2025)

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Yalbury Cottage

Yalbury Cottage, Lower Bockhampton, Dorchester DT2 8PZ, UK

4.8 (296 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01305 262382

“Absolutely wonderful overnight stay, with excellent breakfast and dinner, extremely comfortable accommodation, highly professional and friendly staff... need I go on? I would unhesitatingly recommend this charming hotel.”

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5 months ago
5.0

Lovely place to stay. Food was beautifully presented and cooked to perfection. The one thing that I would of appreciated (as an older lady) would of been a bath mat in a very slippy bath. Fabulous, would certainly visit again.

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4 months ago
5.0

Yalbury Cottage is a place where excellence, friendliness, and quality come together seamlessly. As someone who loves travelling and exploring new cities and places, I have stayed in numerous accommodations, but none compare to Yalbury Cottage. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning to the area. The staff at Yalbury Cottage consistently went out of their way to be friendly and did everything possible to ensure our stay was exceptional. The room exceeded my expectations significantly, with its stunning and unique view. We truly felt as if we were at home, but in a setting with beautiful new scenery. Situated in Dorchester, Yalbury Cottage offers a perfect base to explore the area and nearby cities such as Weymouth. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, have recommended this place to others, and will continue to do so. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and everything was spotlessly and well-organised. Additionally, the thoughtful touch of leaving brownies in our room upon arrival exemplifies their dedication to Yalbury Cottage and their commitment to providing each guest with an exceptional experience. I personally can't wait to return to this charming cottage for another uniquely wonderful stay.

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4 months ago
5.0

This is an absolutely amazing place. The staff were extremely attentive, the food was phenominal and definitely worthy of a Michelin star and excellent value too. They really care about service and quality here . The best food that I have eaten in a long time. Thank you so much.

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Kingston Maurward Equestrian – 319 m away
The Clockspire Restaurant

Gainsborough, Milborne Port, Sherborne DT9 5BA, UK

4.8 (319 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01963 251458

“Really nice experience. The decor inside was very appealing and comfortable. Went for the 3 course set menu and the food was very well presented and had a lot of flavour. Waiters/waitresses polite and attentive. Will recommend to friends/family.”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Lunch Serves Dinner Serves Beer Serves Wine Serves Vegetarian Food Restroom Good for Groups Wheelchair Accessible Cocktails Vegetarian Food Desserts Coffee

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Something Else Fishy Milborne Port – 419 m away
  • Texaco – 151 m away
  • The GAINSBOROUGH ARMS – 447 m away
  • Co-op Food - Milborne Port - Gainsborough – 397 m away
  • Crackmore Garage Workshop – 132 m away
The White Horse Inn

6 White Horse Ln, Hinton St Mary, Sturminster Newton DT10 1NA, UK

4.8 (208 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01258 915001

“What a lovely evening me and my family had last night at this lovely little pub. Thank you so much. The food was fabulous and your wine pickings for us were perfect. See you again soon.”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Beer Serves Wine Outdoor Seating Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Groups

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Hinton St Mary Estate – 220 m away
Al Molo-Dorchester

6 High W St, Dorchester DT1 1UJ, UK

4.7 (128 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01305 602330

“Have a lovely lunch here with my godmother. We had pork belly and it was very tender but abit too salty. It’s ok when eat with the mashed potato, it’s balanced out. Very friendly and attentive service 👍🏻”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Lunch Serves Dinner Serves Beer Serves Wine Serves Vegetarian Food Children's Menu Restroom Good for Groups Wheelchair Accessible Cocktails Vegetarian Food Desserts Coffee

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Dorset Museum & Art Gallery – 21 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 178 m away
  • Plaza Cinema Dorchester – 163 m away
  • Dorset Council – 239 m away
  • Costa Coffee – 64 m away
The New Inn

14 Long St, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7JF, UK

4.7 (361 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01300 341274

“We stayed over the bank holiday in Aug and it’s so quiet and peaceful. Food was amazing and my husband said it was the best breakfast. All the staff went above and beyond especially Haley and another lady whose name we didn’t know. Fantastic little find.”

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Cerne Abbas Stores – 16 m away
  • The Royal Oak – 113 m away
  • The Giant Inn – 81 m away
  • Cerne Abbey – 226 m away
  • Cerne Abbas Village Hall - Dorchester – 330 m away
The Chalk & Cheese

53 Dorchester Rd, Maiden Newton, Dorchester DT2 0BD, UK

4.5 (192 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01300 257225

“Had really great meals recently. Moules and Asian duck totally amazing. Cheesy chips cooked x 3 superb. Good menu section with innovative specials. Staff work hard to make iit a very welcoming pub.”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Beer Serves Wine Outdoor Seating Live Music Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Groups Good for Watching Sports

Parking Options:

Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Your Village Stores – 60 m away
  • Texaco – 192 m away
  • Maiden Newton Service Station – 207 m away
  • No. 64 Newsagents & Cafe – 68 m away
  • Maiden Newton Mill – 137 m away
The Brewers Arms

Burnside, Martinstown, Dorchester DT2 9LB, UK

4.7 (492 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01305 889361

“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.”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Beer Serves Wine Outdoor Seating Live Music Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Groups Cocktails

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Martinstown Village Store & Post Office – 169 m away
The Giant Inn

24 Long St, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 7JF, UK

4.7 (283 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01300 341441

“A group of 4 of us came in today at lunchtime, including a very disabled gentleman who is in a supportive wheelchair. Great choice of food and we all enjoyed it. Briony was serving behind the bar and bringing our food. She was so very helpful, friendly and attentive, we were really impressed. We'll come again!”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Beer Serves Wine Outdoor Seating Live Music Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Groups Good for Children Desserts

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • The New Inn – 78 m away
  • The Royal Oak – 39 m away
  • Cerne Abbey – 208 m away
  • Cerne Abbas Stores – 71 m away
  • Cerne Abbas Village Hall - Dorchester – 355 m away
The Ollerod

3 Prout Hill, Beaminster DT8 3AY, UK

4.7 (293 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01308 862200

“Had lunch one day and drinks another. Great place. Nice atmosphere. Pleasantly upmarket without being pretentious.”

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Beaminster Museum – 55 m away
  • Brassica Restaurant – 180 m away
  • The Red Lion – 109 m away
  • The Greyhound Inn – 139 m away
  • St Mary's Church – 239 m away
The New Inn

Highgate Ln, West Knighton, Dorchester DT2 8PE, UK

4.6 (620 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01305 852349

“Came here for a lunch meal as a surprise birthday party, and can't praise the restaurant enough. The food was lovely, and they managed a large group very well. I've been to other places before as a large group and it has been a disaster, so it was really nice to see how well this place handled the 23 of us. If I lived closer, I'd definitely be back more often!”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Breakfast Serves Lunch Serves Dinner Serves Beer Serves Wine Serves Vegetarian Food Outdoor Seating Children's Menu Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Groups Good for Children Wheelchair Accessible Cocktails Vegetarian Food Desserts Coffee

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • G Crook and Sons Plant & Machinery Hire – 292 m away
The Halsey Arms

The Halsey Arms, Pulham, Dorchester DT2 7DZ, UK

4.5 (274 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01258 818312

“Best pub food we have had for a long time...highly recommend”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Beer Serves Wine Outdoor Seating Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Groups

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking

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