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

“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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2 months ago
5.0

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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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Kingston Maurward Equestrian – 319 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
The Clockspire Restaurant

Gainsborough, Milborne Port, Sherborne DT9 5BA, UK

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

Phone: 01963 251458

“Oh my! ♥ What a magical experience visiting The Clockspire was. Where do I begin to describe the care and detail oozing from both the staff and the food, it truly is clear to see, even the toilet hand towels were folded beautifully! We decided to opt for an expensive treat due to a special birthday, but the restaurant also offers a very affordable day menu, so I would recommend for both a stunning meal out and for celebrating occasions.”

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 Halsey Arms

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

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

Phone: 01258 818312

“Great location, good beer, really nice coffee with excellent service and reasonable prices, didn't try the food. Camping space behind, ideal for events.”

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

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking
The Brewers Arms

Burnside, Martinstown, Dorchester DT2 9LB, UK

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

Phone: 01305 889361

“A really lovely pub in a beautiful village. Friendly, helpful staff, a sweet courtyard garden, plenty of seats inside and out, clean toilets. The food was good (especially the chips) but the best thing was the Chocolate Frozen Dream dessert. Definitely a pub we'll return to.”

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
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 Sun Inn

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

4.5 (1599 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 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.”

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

Parking Options:

Free Parking Lot Free Street Parking
The Ollerod

3 Prout Hill, Beaminster DT8 3AY, UK

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

Phone: 01308 862200

“Really well looked after when they were busy with a birthday tea party. Delicious cream tea in a beautiful garden. Excellent staff. Made really welcome. Looks a pleasant place to stay too.”

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 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
Greyhound Inn

26 High St, Sydling St Nicholas, Dorchester DT2 9PD, UK

4.6 (441 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01300 341303

“Charming olde world pub. Great food and friendly staff. Our room was lovely.”

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Sydling St Nicholas Village Hall – 213 m away
Minterne House and Gardens

Minterne Magna, Dorchester DT2 7AU, UK

4.5 (458 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 01300 341370

“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.”

Dog Friendly Good for Children

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