True Lovers Knot in North Dorset

Excellent restaurant opening hours (all afternoon Wednesday to Saturday), good food, average prices. Will regularly get our business with the excellent opening hours!

Lovely pub serves great food. We stayed for Sunday Roast. We had stayed the night in Campsite adjoining pub. Lovely peaceful stay. It has 10 or so pitches with electric, £25 per night. Surrounded by fields. Toilet had a few cobwebs, proper campers toilet lol. Shower was OK. Overall very friendly place & staff, and would definitely recommend 👌

True Lovers Knot wide food range, cooked with care. Great to have a wide range of choice, catering for all allergies too. More than ideal for a lunch or if you're passing by (not tried eve meal or Sunday Roast). Tepid if you're sat in its sunny side but as no heating feels pretty seasonal (electric heater tower is on by the bar). Salad for chips tasty; eggs done, yolks runny; ham hot, melt-in-mouth tender (£13.95). Oh! GF Raspberry Frangipane (vegan with same ice cream) practically dissolves on the tongue (£7.95). DEFinitely worth the stopover. Served ably and attentively by Hugo, who made me feel most welcome. Will recommend for sure!

We didn't stay at the hotel but we had food and a drink and the food was exceptional. The pub is decorated lovely but it could have been a little warmer

We popped in for a snack at lunchtime, having visited Kingston Lacey. The food was excellent, the staff were really friendly. The pub had a lovely atmophere with a log fire. The pub also has a campsite with facilities behind it. And dogs are welcome. We will definitely visit the pub again.

A comfortable and spacious pub in lovely countryside. Friendly and helpful service. Has its own campsite to the rear, as well as ensuite rooms. Stocks a full range of Badger beers brewed in nearby Blandford, and offers a traditional pub menu too. In an age when so many country pubs are closing, this is a rare and welcome survivor.

Popped in after a walk round Badbury Rings. The place was quiet but very festive looking with a nice cosy atmosphere. The staff were friendly and helpful, recommending drinks and food for a first-timer. The menu was packed with lots of pub classics and there was a wide variety of drinks too. I went for the Hunters Chicken and was not disappointed. Well presented, tasty and a large portion which I almost couldn't finish! All washed down with a lovely pint of real ale. I'll definitely be coming back, thanks Jess's!

Went for meal, mother and myself, Mum had Fish & chips, I had Sausage, mash, peas, onions & gravy, very tasty, both enjoyed our meals. In again for Christmas Eve meal, so looking forward to a set Christmas 3 course dinner.

Having passed The True Lovers Knot many times we had a chance to stop off there today. It’s a true old fashion pub with a log burner which was alight and we were lucky enough to get a table right next to it. We were hoping to have a Sunday roast. Because we hadn’t booked a table we thought we were out of luck. However they were very accommodating and said we could have the table till 14.30 which was fantastic. We ordered two roast turkey dinners which come with all the trimmings and was absolutely delicious. You definitely won’t leave feeling hungry. We will definitely return but make sure we book. Thank you.

Food is lovely, we had 3 courses. Very welcoming pub. Staff are friendly and helpful, cute room too, a little chilly but the heater works. Would stay again!

Stopped in last night for a meal on the way home, lovely well cooked food.

Great place to stop for food. It was great quality. Service could have been better. But other than that it's a great place for a roast.

We booked to stay here in the camping area for two nights. Upon arrival a charity event was taking place so it was busy with lots of stalls and visitors. The lady behind the bar was lovely and did a great job checking us in and we booked in for a meal that night which was very nice. However, the facilities advertised as part of camping were not provided. The toilet was left full of rubbish from the charity event and not cleared, the toilet was not cleaned or replenished over the two days we stayed and the shower room which was dirty was never cleaned. I tried to replenish the loo roll myself visiting the building where the house accommodation guest entrance was located but found nothing and the pub entrance was closed surprisingly. Shame, because it is nicely located and when the pub was open, had a nice atmosphere and good food. Poor customer service from yourselves and anybody choosing to stay - take your own loo roll. Amelia Miles

Only had a drink but lovely traditional pub in village setting. Fortnightly pub quiz was on which was fun and a bit different. Would go again.

Realy friendly staff easy parking and caravan park

Popped in here with kids on way back from the beach. I'm old fashioned and do appreciate the bar staff giving it some 'I'll be with you in a moment' patter when I approached the bar. Acknowledgement. Nice. The service was friendly and more importantly the lemonades and shandy were ice cold. Kids could happily play on the crazy golf style gravel at the top of the beer garden. Can't comment on rooms or food but it felt a good place to be.

Very friendly service and delicious food 🙂 We had children and they were welcoming of them too

A really mixed experience. Beer was poor, and the end of a barrel blamed, but new one the following day wasn’t great. Nice, if limited menu, (new) chef very helpful and willing to deviate:accommodate. Camp site has been impacted negatively by the introduction of a rather ugly, dishevelled looking static caravan, which is such a shame.

Nice little B&B, bit out the way and not very clean but the rooms have character and the breakfast was fantastic. Some staff were quite unhelpful verging on rude but we were able to check in early which was great. Would definitely stay again.

Excellent pub, lovely staff and atmosphere

Great little campsite with laid back feel. Good sized pitches, will visit again if in the area. Only downside was wonky toilet seats in pub and no hand-wash in the camping toilet, so gross considering the amount of people using it and such an easy thing to fix! Ps, terrible WiFi and 4g on some networks so beware if taking moaning teens lol

Food was OK but the price of wine by the glass is con. We probably won't eat here again.

In planning to stay at the hotel we found there are no nearby restaurants so we booked for Friday night dinner seeing there were traditional fish and chips on the menu which suits us well as pub food. Sadly they did not have fish & chips due to a supply problem. As pescetarions this left us with the option of Greek salad - which was OK though plain small and expensive for what it was. I added a squid starter along with the salad and it arrived dry and overcooked. Not a good start to our weekend - we did not eat in the pub again.

Been here a few times now since new management took over. Always friendly and helpful staff with good food. Would certainly recommend.

New owners very friendly and eager to please. Great location with loads to do. Nice room. Clean and comfortable. Fairly limited menu at present but nice food. Great service all round, nothing too much trouble. Very pleasant stay. Great value.

A lovely country pub. Welcoming both people and dogs. Very friendly staff. We popped in for lunch and came away very full of delicious food, and very happy with our visit. We had a look at the camping ground, which looks clean, tidy, well run and perfect for those wanting to visit Wimborne or Blandford, or further afield. We'll be back!

Horrendous experience. New manager is unpleasant and defensive. Do not recommend new management sadly.

Our walking group has eaten here previously, and had a great lunching experience. It’s now under new management, and the kitchen is being refurbished, so unfortunately we haven’t been able to dine here after our recent walks (02/05/24). I’m sure that once the refurbishment is complete, it will be an excellent place to dine.

Extremely disappointing lunch. The menu was very limited, we chose “Mac and cheese with bacon bits and garlic ciabatta” which was served with no bacon at all, and a slice of bread from a sliced loaf of bread. They did offer to cook some bacon, but we didn’t want to wait with our food going cold. We asked for a discount and they took off just £1. Will not be returning.

Popped in for a coffee. Great staff and ample parking. The campsite looked nice as well.

New Team at the TLK lovely experience great atmosphere the Team have just arrived and are settling in but well worth a visit

Great pub, really friendly staff. Well worth a visit if you're nearby.

Lovely pub. We visited on our way back from Bournemouth, and were not disappointed. A friendly greeting and a lovely atmosphere. Two of us had lunch of Ham Egg and chips, and Sausage and Mash. Both delicious and generous portions. Definitely worth a visit

Great place to stay, full of character with great food great service 🙌🏻🙏🏻

Enjoying a Sunday afternoon drive, as in the old days, and stopped here for coffees only. Good service and a nice atmosphere.

We just had our wedding at the True Lovers knot and to say it was perfect would be an understatement. Heather, Barry and the team were so accommodating and friendly from start to finish which really put us at ease. Especially when other external factors didn’t go to plan. The food on the day was absolutely outstanding, quite a feat given we had over 70 hungry guests. They did everything with military precision, despite the fact that they had been let down on staff numbers that day. We just loved every second of it, and they have a huge part to play in that. We can’t thank you enough TLK team, you’re bloody brilliant. Chris and Chelsea Sherry x

Great place for dogs yogi says so good for food & drinks

Stopped on the camp site in our moho...lovely setting. We had a fab home cooked meal and the mains were so cheap but a good portion size. Staff were friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Even made friends with our lunatic dog....wish you were on our doorstep ! Thanks for a lovely stay!

Warm welcome, delicious meal looking forward to returning 😀

Lovely little place, friendly helpfull staff. Lovely atmosphere. Land lord and lady are very helpfull, friendly, and welcoming, made our stay lovely.

Very friendly pub with comfortable rooms and a nice campsite.

Had a Sunday roast there. Highly recommended. Excellent food and very good portions. The large portion is that good they offer a smaller portion if required. Lovely pub and very dog friendly.

Fantastic pub in a beautiful location

Stopped for lunch with work. Friendly staff, good food and selection of drinks.

Recently stayed here for a wedding being held at this venue, from start to finish this place was faultless.The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, the place it's self is beautiful, the room was clean, comfortable and inviting not to mention the incredible breakfast we had in the morning. 5 stars isn't enough for this lovely gem of a place, carnt wait to visit again, thank you again to everyone

Unfriendly bar service and unwelcoming, we were glad to leave.

From the moment we walked in the door to the moment we left, we were made to feel very welcome by the staff and locals that were there. Heather and Barry were the prefect hosts . Food was superb, with generous portions. We will definitely be returning.

On our way to Blamford, stopped here for something to eat. What a wonderful pub and the food was delicious. The pie was so tasty my husband couldn't stop talking about it. I had the fishcakes, again a wonderful meal. Portion big enough to fill us for the remainder of the day. Couldn't thank them enough.

Friendly staff and a good range of beers and ciders. Only dropped in for a drink, but the food looked good too.

Camped their for a few nights. Facilities was decent and pub and food was on site couldn't ask for any more. Meals are really nice too.

Stopped on Thursday (bike night) had a nice glass of cider , friendly staff ,plenty of outside seating and ample parking, if any bikers out on a ride it's worth a visit

Very disappointed as popped in with my visiting family on a Friday evening about 8pm, couldn't even get a drink as they said they had already called last orders. Barely anyone in there too.

This is a good pub offering decent pub grub although lacking any local specialities. It has a nice, sunny garden, too As an hotel, it offers good sized, quiet rooms (despite being on a main road) and a great breakfast!

The evening meal, here, was a little disappointing. Being so close to the coast I would have hoped for some more local offerings but, having said that, the haddock and chips I received was probably the largest I'd ever encountered!

Lunchtime food was good value. Big garden. Would have been 5 * if we hadn’t been told off for arriving early :)

Lovely setting in the Tarrant Valley with well kept Hall & Woodhouse Ales

Great meal and good choice including vegan. Friendly staff. Good place to start or end a walk

Charming Pub and a great stop for lunch on our way south. Lovely welcome from lady in bar who pulled 18 pints with a smile. Badger Ales Beat Bitter & Fursty Ferrett chosen. Pre ordered rolls, snacks & chips were soon eaten and appreciated Lovely garden for sitting outside. Noting they have Rooms plus Camping facilities which look good

A great stop over. Never had chance to eat, that evening, as we had over done it at lunchtime.

Great place good food Sunday roast beef.

Strange setup. Went in after mountain biking at 9pm. Fussy landlord wanted us to put beer on beer mats and would not serve us a second drink; while scanty regulars seemed set in for the night. Last time we went in the owners were having a petty argument with some guests....

Food was good. Staff polite and helpfull

Clean, tidy, very friendly service. Food is excellent.

We had are wedding there and it's the place to remember we camped there on the day day thanks for the the best time

I stopped here for lunch as I have ancestors from Tarrant Keynestone. The pub is well situated and well kept. Friendly bar staff and good food

Popped in for some lunch after a hike. Food came quickly and was hot staff were super friendly and attentive will definitely go again

We didn't arrive till after 4 was greeted by the staff explain coronary rules for us had dinner staff was great very chatty made you feel at home meal was lovely had a fantastic breakfast would defo go back

We stopped here tonight on the off chance that they could fit our little family of 3 in at a time when they were nearly closing for food. They did! and we received warm welcome by the lovely lady serving us with a great sense...

We travel past this pub regularly as it is mid way to our daughters house and when we wanted to meet up this immediately sprang to mind. Although I haven't eaten there for many years, my wife has and said it was worth the trip...

Used to visit TLK regularly due to good food, service etc. However, the recent experience was far from what we remember. The reservation I had made through email (made with the owner) couldn’t be found, resulted in a 30 min wait for a table -...

We had reserved a table the day before without difficulty, when we arrived we were served straight away and had only a short wait for the food. The Covid rules make a one way sytem for those outside (essentially the bar area) whilst those seated...

After checking their website which says that they serve food in the garden without booking we went for dinner tonight. On getting in I ordered drinks and asked for menus, to be told that they were not serving food tonight. Attitude was belligerent and decidedly...

Nice pub overall , Covid rules there but Can’t deliver food to your table You have to collect but can collect empty plates afterwards ? Burger was mushy And bun soggy , Couldn’t hold it Together to eat it , We left it , did...

We stopped for lunch here on the way to our weekend in Dorset and were given a lovely welcome by staff. Social distancing measures were clear and they made sure my dog and 2 boys had everything they needed. All of food was delicious- best...

We had a lovely dinner here once again (third or fourth visit). Heather and her husband and staff could not be more welcoming and accommodating and we are quite a demanding/challenging group of six when it comes to food!! Everything was cooked to perfection including...

After a good walk with the family & our dogs we here for drinks & crisps, we where made very welcome including our new grandson & our 2 dogs. We hope to return soon.

We gave it a try after a long absence, due to the quality of food and service. Now, with new management its getting back to being a place to head for. The service was good, plates were hot and the food was acceptable. Slightly on...

The pub is under New management, now the food is good .Very polite staff we were made very welcome, and the food is very very good plus portions are very generous. Can't wait to return.

Had a wonderful Sunday roast beef meal to celebrate a family birthday in a very relaxed unpretentious venue. Highly recommended to anyone for good wholesome food. The two members of staff who served us (one called Sian, didn’t get the other name) couldn’t have been...

A spur of the moment booking for dinner with my husband. The food was excellent and the lasagne was the best I have eaten for a very long time. The service was attentive and friendly. I would certainly recommend The True Lovers Knot for a...

We were looking for somewhere for lunch between Kingston Lacy and Blandford and as we were away for a weekend together, we had to try the True Lovers Knot. It serves good traditonal pub food and we enjoyed our scampi and chips.

After a walk this pub provided the best relaxation and good food. The "new" management have made it better with kindly service and good cooking

All the staff are very friendly and welcoming and on the spur of the moment we decided to eat. Portion sizes (we ate Sunday Roast dinner) are very generous and the cauliflower cheese was really tasty. Unfortunately too full up to even look at the...

Grandchild doesn't like coleslaw - burger will comes with slaw on the side - NO. He will usually eat anything but did not like this at all. Hubby had steak like chewing gum so tough. My pie needed a sledgehammer to get into it. Pastry...

We were promptly seated for dinner by the very friendly staff. The specials board was very well populated and we bother ended up ordering off of it. The portions were surprisingly large and were excellent. Neither of us could finish our mains. Worth visiting if...

My husband and I stayed at this very lovely hidden gem last night, the accommodation was extremely clean and comfortable, so we had a great night's sleep. We had dinner and breakfast, which was very well presented and tasted fantastic. Most of all from the...

The manager couldn't be more helpful, and it was a busy weekend. We slept well and had a hearty breakfast. Nothing was too much trouble.

Good old traditional pub with good selection of beers. Good food menu. Excellant beer garden wirh plenty of parking

Wanted to visit here for a while and was not disappointed. The menu was small (Guess for Sunday only), but I like that. As too many choices and I’m undecided. Went for mini Sunday lunch. What a nice portion. Not too small, not too big....

Dropped in for lunch. We only wanted something light. I had a ham sandwich and my husband had the calamari. The sandwich was fresh with proper ham and nice thick bread. Lovely little salad on the side and home made crisps. The calamari was cooked...

We called in for a light lunch and were greeted by friendly staff who explained the menu options. We only had sandwiches but they were delicious, clearly made to order on fresh, good quality bread and brimming with filling. Served with a salad garnish and...

Pleasant atmosphere, service was good and nice to see the chef come out to check all was well, will definitely call in if we are passing

This lovely pub ticked the all boxes: delicious food. Great menu. Friendly service... really impressed, we’ll be back. Well done!

Being of a certain age I have frequented many pubs, some good, some not so good over the years. The True Lovers Knot is beyond good! From the moment I walked in whilst I waited the rest of our group I was made to feel...

Had dined here previously and was not impressed, subsequently however there has been a change of ownership and new chef. Well what can I say but what a difference, lovely warm welcome and the home made pie was the best I've ever eaten - compliments...

What a welcome - two great ladies running this show. Andrea is spot on as a waitress She gave us excellent service. Had Sunday lunch and the beef melted in your mouth yummy. Visited here last summer and it was awful. Good luck and Well...

Six of us had a get together and decided to eat at the True Lovers Knot. A nice welcome from the staff on entering the pub and we were quickly shown to our table. The pub was busy with other Sunday lunch time clientele. Our...

This inn has changed hands and gone from mediocre to really lovely. There is a cosy seating area with an open fire, you can even keep burning bright by adding logs yourself. There are plenty of tables to eat at and a really nice menu...

What a fantastic evening we had for our wedding anniversary. The food was fantastic I can't believe how much this place has changed since its changed hands absolutely loving it . The foods been good the atmosphere has improved, every time we have called in...

......that dwindled away a bit, sadly. We'd arranged to rendezvous at this pub, to collect a family member, thinking it would make a suitable place travel-wise and an opportunity for a pleasant meal before onward journey. Very pleasant young bar person and landlady, who were...