Dog-friendly Shaftesbury and around

The Half Moon is a pub on Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Kings Arms is a pub in Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Mitre is a pub on High Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Ship Inn is a pub on Bleke Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Ye Old Two Brewers Inn is a pub on St. James's Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Aroma is a place to eat on Bell Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Breezy Ridges is a place to eat in Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Coffee#1 is a place to eat on High Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Costa is a place to eat on High Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

King Alfred's Kitchen is a place to eat on High Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

La Fleur de Lys is a place to eat on Bleke Street, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Salt Cellar is a place to eat on Gold Hill, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Ugly Duckling Cafe is a place to eat on Swans Yard, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Set within a working livery surrounded by 40 acres of rolling countryside this peaceful spot is a great touring base. Local amenities can be found a short drive away and include a popular farm shop (2.3 miles) and pub (2 miles). The nearby market town of Shaftesbury (3 miles) is home to Gold Hill made famous by the Hovis adverts in the 1970 s a museum and the historic Abbey as well as a great range of independent shops and cafes. Gillingham (5 miles) is also within easy reach and has a mainline train station and choice of supermarkets. Those wishing to travel slightly further afield will enjoy a trip to the Stourhead Estate (11 miles) which is in the care of the National Trust Longleat Estate (21 miles) Stonehenge (27 miles) or the Haynes Motor Museum (20 miles). Adjacent to the owners home yet with privacy assured this characterful stone-built barn is accessed via a long shared drive and across a shared courtyard within this working livery. The entrance door leads into a welcoming entrance hall with space for muddy boots and immediately opposite is a handy utility room with washer/dryer and WC. Heading to the left from the hallway you will find an inviting double bedroom. Next door is a stylish bathroom with a freestanding bath separate shower and WC. To the right of the hallway is a sociable open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The kitchen area has a central island and is well equipped with a range style cooker with gas hob and electric ovens microwave American style fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is space to dine just opposite and a comfortable lounge area with Smart TV. A flight of stairs leads from here to the first floor where there is a king-size bedroom with a door to a Jack and Jill style bathroom with bath and WC. Adjoining the bathroom on the other side is a charming super-king-size zip-and-link bedroom (which can be made into twin on request) with its own staircase to the ground floor. Due to the setting within the eaves there are areas of restricted head height throughout the first floor which only adds to its character and charm. Heading outside via doors from the lounge area you open up a world of outdoor activity. From an enclosed garden with lovely countryside views includes a patio gas BBQ furniture and lawn. From the right you can exit to a firepit area where you can enjoy a sunset while toasting marsh mellows or a relaxing evening drink. Surrounding the farm you will find pathways for walks the opportunity to retrieve the chickens eggs for your breakfast or pick seasonal vegetables from the vegetable garden and apples for the fruit bowel or a lovely warm apple crumble. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 1 super king size (zip and link, can be arranged as a twin on request),1 king size and 1 double (ground floor). 2 bathrooms 1 with bath, separate shower and WC (ground floor), 1 with bath and WC and 1 separate WC. Utility room with washer/dryer. Range style cooker with gas hob and electric ovens, American style fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. Smart TV available in the lounge area. Enclosed garden with patio, gas BBQ, furniture and lawn.. Further seating area with fire pit logs included (not enclosed area). Enjoy fresh produce from the farm including eggs, apples and vegetables (seasonal). Ample off road parking. Shop and pub within 2.5 miles. Dogs must be kept on a lead when in the yard or occupied fields.

This property enjoys an idyllic location on the owners land in North Dorset close to the border with Somerset. The surrounding countryside is perfect for country walks and cycle rides especially with the Cranbourne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the edge of which is just six miles to the east of the property. A few miles away the town of Shaftesbury will be instantly recognisable to many particularly the town s steep cobbled street Gold Hill also known as Hovis Hill due to its role in the nostalgic TV adverts. The town of Bruton also makes a great place for a day trip and has become somewhat of a magnet for young fashionable day-trippers thanks to its world-class art gallery upmarket eateries and chic bars. Other places of interest in the area include Longleat Safari Park Glastonbury Abbey and the Fleet Air Arm Museum. This barn conversion property is one of three at this location and offers spacious accommodation for six guests. The large lounge is the main social space in the property and has two comfortable sofas a wood burner-effect electric fire a TV/DVD and French windows which open out onto the property s enclosed garden. The kitchen/diner is just as generously-sized as the lounge and again has patio doors which allow guests to open this space onto the garden. There is a dining table in this room alongside the cooking equipment and appliances which include an oven hob microwave fridge/freezer dishwasher and washer/dryer. One of the property s three bedroom is also located on the ground floor a pleasant king-size room which is located conveniently next to the bathroom which offers a shower-over-bath and WC. Upstairs there are two further bedrooms one of these is another king-size room this time benefitting from an en-suite shower room with shower and WC. The third bedroom is a twin room. Outside there is an enclosed garden to the rear of the property which is mainly set to lawn with a patioed seating area offering a table and chairs making it great for alfresco dining. An unusual addition to the garden is the vintage horse-drawn carriage one of a number that the owner has collected over the years. Need to know: 3 bedrooms: 2 king size (1 on the ground floor), and 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and WC on the ground floor, plus en suite shower room with WC to the first floor king size room. TV/DVD Wi Fi included. Kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. Electric and central heating included. 2 medium sized dogs welcome by arrangement, at an additional charge. Stairgate available. Ample parking. Shops 3 miles, pub 1.5 miles, beach 35 miles. Regret Cat's not allowed in property.

Royal Chase Hotel is a place to stay on Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

This property is located just a short walk from the centre of the historic town of Sturminster Newton. The celebrated author Thomas Hardy made Sturminster Newton his home and the area around the town features in several of his novels. It is easy to see why the novelist fell in love with this town with its picturesque water mill handsome arched bridge and beautiful surrounding countryside. The River Stour which runs through the town is a great place for keen fishermen as well as those who leisurely walks in attractive surroundings . Further afield yet still within easy reach the town of Shaftesbury is a wonderfully quaint place to spend an afternoon and visitors will recognise its famous Gold Hill from the long-running Hovis adverts. This detached property makes a lovely romantic retreat for a couple looking to escape the stresses of daily life. Upon arrival guests can immediately make themselves at home in the lounge/diner which not only has comfortable seating but also has large floor-to-ceiling windows which flood the room with light and a TV/DVD. Passing the dining table and moving through to the kitchen guests will easily be able to find everything they need including an oven hob microwave fridge with ice compartment and washing machine. The bathroom is also located on the ground floor and offers a shower-over-bath and WC. Stairs lead from the lounge up to the first floor in the eaves of the property. The super-king-size bed dominates this cosy space which has sloping ceilings a storage chest and two circular windows at either end of the room. Guests should take care here as there is some reduced head-height in this room. Outside there is a pleasant patio with a table and chairs which is accessed from the patio door in the lounge. Beyond this area the garden gives way to a spacious lawn with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the sun or perhaps sit outside with evening drinks or an alfresco meal. Need to know: 1 super king size bedroom. Bathroom with shower over bath and WC. TV/DVD Wi Fi included. Kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, and washing machine. 2 dogs welcome by arrangement, at an additional charge. Shops and pubs within walking distance, beach 20 miles. There is ample off road parking.

The Chalet B&B is a place to stay on Christys Lane, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Nestled in the scenic North Dorset countryside within the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty this is an ideal base for touring and walking. A short drive away Shaftesbury (2 miles) provides a picturesque view of the Blackmore Vale and boasts independent shops cafes and restaurants plus the iconic Gold Hill. Explore the nearby National Trust sites including Melbury Beacon Fontmell Downs and Win Green which offer breathtaking panoramas (and all within 6 miles) or travel further afield and visit Stourhead (13 miles) Kingston Lacy (18 miles) and Hardy s Cottage (26 miles). Within 20 miles are Salisbury Wilton House and Longleat or head to the Jurassic Coast and the stunning Isle of Purbeck less than 30 miles away. There s also the option to explore the Sturminster Newton to Blandford Forum Trailway by bike or on foot. This single-storey property sits in a peaceful spot adjacent to the owner s home yet with privacy assured. A private entrance door leads into the cosy open-plan living space. Cleverly designed to suit a couple you will walk through a galley-style kitchen area with space to enjoy meals together at the cute wooden dining table before reaching the inviting sofa with a Smart TV opposite so you can watch your favourite shows. The whole space is furnished beautifully and with style creating a very welcoming atmosphere. Just next door is the double bedroom and a compact shower room completes the accommodation. A door leads from both the bedroom and the living space onto one of the best features of the property: the garden. There is a patio area with furniture and charcoal BBQ all of which are positioned to make the most of the beautiful countryside views. Need to know: 1 double bedroom. 1 shower room with shower and WC. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Smart TV in the lounge area. Patio with furniture, lawn, charcoal BBQ and roped surrounds. 1 off road parking space available. Dog must be kept on a lead when outside due to neighbouring livestock. Shop and pub within 2 miles.

The tranquil countryside surroundings of this property belie the fact that it is situated just one mile from the attractive historic town of Shaftesbury. Eagle-eyed visitors will recognise the town s steep cobbled Gold Hill as the location used in the famously nostalgic Hovis adverts and it is this quaint feeling that gives the town its unique atmosphere. There is a good range of shops in the town as well as a choice of cafes and pubs alongside an interesting history museum and the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey. Further afield but still within easy reach other attractions in the area include Stour Head Gardens The Fleet Air Arm Museum Wardour Castle used in the filming of Robin Hood Prince of Thieves to name but a few nearby attractions. Set within a thirty-acre smallholding this romantic log cabin makes a wonderful place to relax and get away from it all. A single step leads to the front veranda which guests cross on their way to the front door opening onto the enclosed porch where there is a seating area with table and chairs. Moving through to the main living space the lounge is a lovely homely space with two sofas and a TV/DVD. From the lounge a doorway leads to the spacious kitchen/diner where guests will find a dining area as well as an oven hob microwave fridge/freezer and washing machine. The property has one bedroom a book-lined double room which benefits from an armchair making it a great space to relax with a book before turning in. The en-suite bathroom meanwhile offers a bath hand-held shower and WC. It is also possible to request a fold-out single bed which can be set up in the property s porch which has a privacy curtain separating it from the lounge this would be for a child only on request. Outside there is a traditional covered veranda to the front of the property with a table and chairs which enjoys views over the enclosed lawn gardens and the Blackmore Vale Valley. Need to know: 1 double bedroom, plus additional fold out single bed available on request. En suite bathroom with bath, handheld shower, and WC. TV/DVD. Kitchen: oven, hob, microwave, fridge with freezer section, and washing machine. Electric and central heating included. 1 dog welcome (restricted to Kitchen and porch when indoors). Shops and pubs 1 miles, beach 1 hour s drive. Regret no WIFI.

The Old Chapel Bed and Breakfast is a place to stay in Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Old Farriers B&B is a place to stay on Abbey Close, Shaftesbury. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Blackmore Vale is a great touring base with West Stour sitting midway between the picturesque towns of Shaftesbury and Sherborne. Sherborne (9 miles) is home to honey-coloured streets two castles and a striking Abbey while Shaftesbury (7.5 miles) offers stunning views from its hilltop position and the much-photographed Gold Hill. Both towns have a good selection of pubs shops and cafes. Many walking and cycling routes weave through the surrounding rolling countryside or if you want to head further afield and visit one of the wide range of attractions within 30 miles try Stourhead (11 miles) Longleat (20 miles) Haynes Motor Museum (14 miles) the county town of Dorchester (24 miles) and the Isle of Purbeck (30 miles) Henstridge Airfield (3 miles) A gate gives access to this charming single-storey property which has been renovated in 2022. Once inside you are met with a cosy studio-style space. There is a contemporary kitchen area to the rear separated by a clever dividing wall with open shelving. The kitchen is equipped with an electric oven and a 2-ring hob plus a fridge with an ice compartment ideal for preparing light meals. There is space to dine at the table for two just opposite and a compact sofa in view of the Smart TV. A double bed has views over the courtyard and fields beyond and is centrally set within the space. Just off this room is a stylish shower room with a step up to the shower cubicle and a WC. Patio doors lead to a fantastic covered terrace and seating area at the front of the property which has lovely distant views of the surrounding countryside. To the side of the property is a second inviting gravelled terrace with a second table and chairs plus a charcoal BBQ ideal for al fresco dining. To the side of the property is an off-road parking space for one car. Need to know: 1 studio style double bedroom. 1 shower room with shower and WC. Electric oven and hob and fridge with ice compartment. Washing machine available in a shared adjacent outbuilding. Smart TV. Enclosed courtyard garden with a covered seating area and charcoal BBQ. Off road parking for one car. Located on a working fishery with fishing lakes on site (must be booked in advance directly with the fisheries). Shop and pub 2 miles. 1 medium or 2 small dogs welcome. Henstridge Airfield located within 3 miles.

The Coppleridge Inn is a pub on Lodge Lane, Gillingham. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Grove Arms is a pub in Ludwell. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Compton McRae is a place to eat in Semley. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Kings Arms is a pub on The Common, Gillingham. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Semley Village Stores is a place to eat in Semley. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Benett Arms is a pub in Semley. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Lore of the Sky is a place to eat in Melbury Abbas. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Crown Inn is a pub in East Stour. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Forester is a pub on Lower Street, Donhead St Andrew. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Fontmell is a pub on Crown Hill, Fontmell Magna. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.