Dorset Pubs & Restaurants
Dorset is gaining a reputation as something of a foodie destination - in addition to the ever-popular seaside fish and chips (and we'd like to think Dorset does this best!), there are always lots of new and exciting pubs, restaurants and cafes popping up, serving dishes to suit every palate and wallet.
Whether you prefer your food from the sea, the land or the soil there will be eateries to suit, many now also offer gluten free options, either on the menu or upon request.
If it's Dorset pubs and restaurants you're looking for, then you're in the right place...
Caviar PlaiceWeymouth
The Hayloft CafePortland
St Peter's FingerPoole
The Fighting CocksNew Forest
Hatch on the HarbourWeymouth
The Olive BranchWimborne
Swan InnAbbotsbury
Nice 'n' SpicyWeymouth
Craig's Farm Dairy Tea RoomsWeymouth
The YachtsmanPoole
Knoll HouseStudland
Ray's ChickenWeymouth
The Crown HotelBlandford
The Italian KitchenWareham
The Quay InnWareham
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7 Aug 2025
PR Visit: Camp Bestival: A Bubble-Fuelled Family Adventure!
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Bubbles, pyjamas, glow sticks, glitter, sequins, trolleys, dancing kids, sleeping kids… and dancing dads! Camp Bestival had it all - and then some. A weekend of exploring, raving, laughing, and family bonding, and let’s just say... some of us (ahem, early 40s) are still in recovery mode.
It was our first time camping at Camp Bestival, and it definitely ... Read more...
22 Jul 2025
Chesil Beach Café – Abbotsbury Beach
Tucked down a winding lane beyond the subtropical gardens of Abbotsbury, you'll catch glimpses of the legendary Chesil Beach, sometimes hard to tell where the sky ends and the sea begins. Follow the track a little further, and you’ll reach the sweeping stretch of Abbotsbury Beach, well loved by fishermen and walkers - and now, by food lovers too.
Back in 2024, Sally Allan, a familiar face on Dorset’s ... Read more...
22 Jul 2025
Weymouth’s Newest Attraction Is Making Waves
If you’ve been down to Weymouth Harbour lately, near to the Pavilion, you might have spotted a striking new arrival, a beautiful, state-of-the-art passenger vessel that’s already turning heads.
We recently hopped aboard for a sneak preview and… wow. It’s clear that serious thought (and a great eye for design) has gone into every detail. The interiors are sleek, stylish, and surprisingly luxurious, but ... Read more...
21 Jul 2025
Catch a Crab
Crabbing is brilliant traditional family fun; you can spend hours sat on a harbour wall, ice cream in one hand, crabbing net in the other. Where are the best places to catch those crabs? Try Kimmeridge Bay, Mudeford Quay, West Bay Harbour, Poole Quay and Weymouth Harbour all excellent crabbing spots. What will you need to catch them? Use a crabbing net (not a line) plus some bait — they love bacon or smelly fish — and sink the net straight down the ... Read more...
14 Jul 2025
Top Firework Displays in Dorset 2025
1. Bournemouth Fireworks – Friday Night Spectaculars
Location: Bournemouth Beach / Pier
Dates: Every Friday night from 25th July until the end of August
Why Go: Watch spectacular fireworks light up the sky over Bournemouth beach. These displays are set off near Bournemouth Pier and are part of the town’s vibrant summer festivities. Bournemouth Fireworks are free to attend and perfect for families, couples, and ... Read more...
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