The best restaurants in Charminster and Cerne Valley West Dorset South West

Really nice outdoor area for lunch. Very pleasant & professional staff. Lots to choose from on the menu. We opted for individual dishes from the set lunch menu. My roasted cauliflower soup was absolutely gorgeous & was served with warm bread rolls (approx £8.50). I would definitely recommend this inn as a good place for lunch.

Disappointing. Incurs hidden charges for dogs to stay. I had checked the website and rung up to confirm dogs were allowed in rooms and for any extra charges, none were mentioned. I happily booked and paid for the room, only to receive an email stating each dog would be an extra £10. Normally I don’t mind paying extra for my dog, but the fact that they didn’t state this on their website (room said ‘pets welcome’ at point of booking, no extra charge) and i had asked over the phone about the dogs they did not declare the charges. We cannot cancel because of 2 day cancellation policy, so are now forced to pay undeclared £10 fee per dog or loose our £60 room payment. Really unprofessional and bad management. Again, normally I am happy to pay for pets when I stay as long as they are clear and upfront about charges.

Thankyou The Royal Oak . You were able to squeeze 7 of us in on Easter Sunday for lunch ! Which was very much appreciated .🙏 Roast s were lovely The pies as discussed in previous posts were also top marks A wonderful traditional British pub , let’s keep them going ! 💪 Dog friendly .

Had tea and cake after trip to Hardy's cottage and walk along Roman road. Good tea and cake. Cafe packed with dogs which is not compatable with good hygiene. Also they present trip hazard for busy staff. Dogs should be tethered outside which would be the responsible thing to do.

Greeted at the entrance by a young man called George. George literally didn’t stop cleaning the entire time we were in the restaurant. This was undoubtedly the cleanest McDonalds I’ve ever been in! Service and food standard McDonalds, staff friendly, George exceptional! The management of the branch should be proud of him