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Stay in a Dorset Pub

Fine accommodation and a warm West Country welcome at Palmers Inns


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If you’re looking for Dorset pubs in great locations offering accommodation, take your pick from 12 characterful Palmers pubs across the county. Each one is brimming with character, great atmosphere and the warmest of West Country welcomes.

Whether it’s a short break or extended holiday in Dorset, our Inns in Bridport, Lyme Regis and West Bay provide the perfect place to stay on your visit. You can explore the world famous Jurassic Coast and Dorset attractions with the added benefit of somewhere convenient to retreat and refuel.

Stay in a Bridport pub

 
Bridport is a vibrant market town in Dorset with great access to West Bay and the Jurassic Coast. There are two Palmers pub offering accommodation:
 
Lord Nelson – located in the centre of Bridport making it a perfect location to access all the local amenities that Bridport has to offer.
 
Marquis of Lorne – Just outside Bridport in the quiet hamlet of Nettlecombe, this 16th century Palmers pub has seven beautifully appointed bedrooms, one being a four-poster room.
 
If you’re visiting and want to sample the Palmers pubs in the area see our guide to the best pubs in Bridport.

Stay in a Lyme Regis pub

 
Lyme Regis is a treasure of West Dorset and a top location for a coastal getaway. Wake up to the stunning view of the world famous Cobb along the Marine Parade with a choice of two Palmers pubs offering excellent rooms:
 
Cobb Arms – three fantastic bedrooms – perfect if a day trip to Lyme Regis is not enough!
 
Pilot Boat – three beautifully appointed boutique rooms all complete with oversize bathrooms, 4k television, mini bars and stunning views out to sea.
 
See the Palmers guide to the best pubs in Lyme Regis.

Stay in a Dorset village pub


You’ll find traditional Palmers Pubs in Powerstock, Puncknowle, Cattistock and Cerne Abbas. Perfect for a break in the Dorset countryside, especially if you’re keen walkers with a dog in tow. These characterful Inns will provide the ideal cosy retreat with great food and fine Palmers ales.

Crown Inn – A great place to say situated in the beautiful village of Puncknowle, overlooking the Bride Valley.

Fox and Hounds – An original 17th Century Cattistock Inn with three beautifully appointed bedrooms.

New Inn – Cerne Abbas village Inn offering twelve en-suite bedrooms and a warm Dorset welcome.

Three Horseshoes – Victorian inn tucked away in a peaceful part of West Dorset in the heart of the village of Powerstock.

Stay in a West Bay pub

 
West Bay is a gem of the Jurassic Coast with its picturesque harbour and sandy beach. There’s also a superb selection of Palmers pub offering accommodation.
 
Bridport Arms – Situated on the beach by West Bay, this iconic hotel has 12 splendidly appointed en-suite bedrooms, many with uninterrupted sea views.
 
George Hotel – A central location within the bustling harbour. The George is a mere stone’s throw from East Cliff, which was made more famous in the ITV drama Broadchurch.
 
West Bay Hotel – beachside West Bay accommodation with three wonderfully appointed bedrooms with sea views.

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Stay in a coastal Dorset pub

 
If you’re looking for coastal accommodation in Dorset, why not try the multi-award winning Anchor Inn for a beach location at Seatown? This is truly an iconic pub in an idyllic location with three beautifully appointed bedrooms,  sea views included!
 
Use our pub finder to discover our full range of Palmers pubs in the South West.

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