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About this property
A 25-minute drive from Dorchester and Blandford Forum, The Fox Inn is a pretty inn in the Dorset countryside. This dog-friendly property has free parking and WiFi, and a full English breakfast is served in the garden room. Each guest room has en suite facilities with shower, hairdryer and complementary toiletries, and the superior king room also has a bath. All have a TV with DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. Full English breakfast is served each morning. The traditional restaurant has oak-panelled walls and offers a regularly changing menu using seasonal ingredients. There are indulgent Sunday lunches from the carvery every weekend, and a patio dining area overlooking the inn’s landscaped gardens. The Fox Inn is around 16 miles from historic Shaftesbury, and 20 miles from Yeovil in neighbouring Somerset. The coastal towns of Poole and Weymouth can both be reached by car in around 35 minutes.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Tracey
United Kingdom
“Room was very comfortable, although TV channels were poor. Excellent honesty box for emergency snacks. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. food was excellent but limited menu. very good farm shop across the road. Very quite setting. Dog...” - Madeleine
Germany
“The breakfast was truly outstanding – with a wide selection, beautifully presented and incredibly delicious” - Katy
United Kingdom
“Friendly, helpful staff. Lovely food. Nicely kept property. Bedroom was very comfortable. Everything was provided and of a high standard I.e. toiletries, tea, coffee etc” - Lawrence
United Kingdom
“It is always the staff that make the first impression. Greeted by Joseph with a cheerful and helpful demeanour; after settling in, an excellent dinner (for our wedding anniversary) was made extra special by Clem who looked after us. Food was first...” - Sharon
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, good food , the roast was excellent!!! Pleasant room” - Edward
United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent plenty of choice.Just suggest that small jugs are put with the tea,and coffee so that milk can be added at the table” - Walters
United Kingdom
“The food was amazing the staff were so helpful and friendly the room was really nice 👌” - Stephen
United Kingdom
“Relaxed country pub. Good room, good breakfast and good dinner.” - Lisa
United Kingdom
“We felt very at home at The Fox Inn. The staff are lovely and the whole experience was very relaxed. The room was big and the bed comfortable and all toiletries are provided. The food and drink was good. We would recommend The Fox Inn.” - Portsmouth
United Kingdom
“Really pleasant pub/hotel, rooms nicely furnished. Good breakfast”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
This inn welcomes house-trained dogs who are at least 1 year old.
Please note that all rooms are situated on the first or second floor, with access only via stairs. This may not be suitable for guests with mobility difficulties.
Due to the remote rural location, mobile phone signal can be limited and depends on the service provider.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.