The Fox Inn

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9
Rated superb

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

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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

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What a lovely place. The staff were brilliant, it was clean and comfy and the food was great. In the middle of nowhere so very quiet but there was a farm shop and across the road. Would definitely stay again.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Remote location , seemingly in the middle of nowhere. Good for walking the dog. Well appointed ,comfortable room. Nice dining room , excellent evening meal and breakfast . Very dog friendly.”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good breakfast. Good selection of drinks at the bar. The Inn was super dog friendly. Good walks to do with dog from the doorstep of the Inn. Plenty of hot water in the room for bath or shower.”
Melanie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good 'welcome notes' with information. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable, clean room and excellent shower. Very good breakfast choices. Good dinner menu. Tea, coffee and hot choc facilities in room. Good area to walk and explore but...”
Glenys
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“excellent choice for dinner and breakfast of good quality food”
Zk
New Zealand New Zealand
“Check in and bar staff were helpful and friendly. The room was spacious and clean. Being well out into the county side it was quiet, as expected.”
Willans
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Fox is an extremely comfortable and welcoming and cosy pub. Accommodation is very good. Breakfast is brilliant and the staff are friendly and helpful.”
Carolyn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, large family room, well-appointed bathroom with nice toiletries. Good breakfast, nice decor. Gluten free options. Lovely hospitality tray with Dorset tea and home made fudge and biscuits.”
Georgina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were amazing, the evening food was incredible, the bed was big, the bath was deep. Loved the little gestures and personal note. Love that parking was free. Nice big space. Very pretty location. Good prices.”
Alexis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Food Was 1st class. The bar area always had a nice atmosphere and most importantly every member of staff was friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Fox Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.