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Group Friendly Eating Out

Finding somewhere large enough to cater for your group isn’t a problem in Dorset, as we have a great range of places to eat out – from pubs and restaurants to cafes and tearooms.

It goes without saying that if you are bringing a large group, booking is essential to guarantee that you all are seated together and able to eat at the same time.

Some of our establishments offer exclusive use or separate dining rooms, so that your group can have their own space and not worry about making a bit of noise – which for school and youth groups is a bonus.

If you need to find somewhere to park a coach, many of our larger pubs and restaurants have free coach parking, or a coach drop off point nearby. And some will also offer free refreshments for the driver or group organiser.

Many also cater for guests with food allergies or special dietary needs – just let them know when you make your booking.

Pubs and Inns

The Thimble Inn is a quaint thatched pub on the outskirts of the county town of Dorchester. Chef and proprietor Mark Ramsden and his team create seasonal dishes from scratch using the finest local ingredients. The Inn can cater for up to 80 people and offers exclusive use for large groups.

Offering real ale, great pub food and a hearty welcome, The Saxons Arms is located just a few miles from Dorchester. The pretty, thatched pub seats up to 80 guests, offers exclusive use of the restaurant and can cater for special dietary requirements.

Restaurants

Perfect for smaller groups, Brassica Restaurant in Beaminster can cater for up to 40 people and offer exclusive use of the restaurant. Offering delicious food and wine in a beautifully designed setting, they are open for Elevenses, Lunch and Supper. The menu changes daily and they use only the freshest and highest quality produce cooked simply.

Specialising in contemporary Indian and Nepalese cuisine, The 29029 Restaurant in Wareham offers buffet lunch and A La Carte dinner menus. Food is cooked fresh on the premises using the finest local produce, fresh ingredients and spices offering diners a balanced, flavoursome, and delicious taste to remember. Free coach parking by arrangement.

Located in the picturesque village of Corfe Castle, Mortons House Hotel’s restaurant enjoys a fine reputation for offering traditional and innovative cuisine. They can cater for up to 60 people for exclusive hire of the restaurant or for smaller groups, a private room. Coach parking is available.

The restaurant at the Isle of Purbeck Golf Club has panoramic views across Poole Harbour. The head chef offers an enviable range of freshly prepared haute cuisine. They are able to cater for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, as well as evening functions for 30+ people. Free coach parking by arrangement.

Cafes and Tea Rooms

Corfe Castle Model Village Tearooms is set in a 17^th courtyard. They serve Dorset cream teas, breakfasts and light lunches, all made on the premises using locally sourced ingrediants, and cakes made by Jessica’s Farmhouse Cakes in Bridport, with no additives or genetically modified ingredients. They also cater for special diets including gluten free, sugar free and lactose free.

Farmer Palmers is an adventure farm park for the under 8’s. Their onsite restaurant, The Hen House, offers traditional home cooked food, prepared from fresh, including gluten free options. Free coach parking available.

More ideas

For a few more ideas, take a look at our Group Travel Guide for Swanage and Purbeck which includes some free meal vouchers for coach drivers.

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The 29029 Restaurant

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Sandford, WAREHAM

*Takeaway service* - takeaway service still running for collection and delivery. The 29029 Restaurant near Wareham offers fine upmarket Nepalese and Indian cuisine. Diners can enjoy a variety of dishes from an extensive mouth-watering menu. Food is…
Key West Bar and Grill

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BOURNEMOUTH

*LATEST UPDATE* Key West Bar & Grill is currently closed. Unrivalled panoramic views across Bournemouth Bay and located at the end of Bournemouth Pier. Key West is open 7 days a week, all year round serving a great tasting, varied menu with…
Hen House Restaurant

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Café

Organford, POOLE

Traditional home cooked food for adults and children. Everything from coffee to roasts. Baby food, highchairs and microwave are all available. Everything cooked fresh.
Harbour Station Café

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POOLE

Whether you are shopping and fancy a bite to eat or on a boat trip enjoying the views of Europe's largest natural harbour, then come on in - we have something for everyone. Harbour Station Cafe is situated on Poole Quay, a short walk from the…
Coast Restaurant - Grand Hotel

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SWANAGE

Commanding views across Swanage Bay, fine dining with exciting and innovative cuisine and using fresh local produce where possible. We are open 7 days a week for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner or Afternoon Tea.
The Greyhound Inn

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Pub/Inn

CORFE CASTLE

*New Takeaway Service* - The Greyhound Inn is offering their takeaway menu for collection, 7 days a week. Delivery will be to your car and payments will be taken over the phone. (Delivery service will be opening in a few weeks). The Greyhound is a…
The Blue Pool Tea Rooms

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Tea Room/Coffee Shop

Furzebrook, Nr WAREHAM

Serving morning coffee and traditional Cream Teas with freshly baked scones and hot light lunches, which can be enjoyed inside or outside on the terrace.
The Halfway Inn

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Norden, WAREHAM

The Halfway Inn is a beautiful and historic pub between Wareham and Corfe Castle.
Mortons House Hotel

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CORFE CASTLE

The restaurant at Morton’s House enjoys a fine reputation for offering traditional and innovative cuisine. A prestigious 2 AA Rosette award has been held since November 2002. Our private dining room, the Castle room, is ideal for special occasions.
The Priory Hotel

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Restaurant

WAREHAM

*Gift Vouchers are available to purchase from The Priory Hotel in £10, £20, £50 or £100 denominations. The Priory offers accomplished menus, excellent wines, and professional service. You will find a subtle blend of classic and modern dishes, using…
La Trattoria and Fortes Cafe Tratt

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Restaurant

SWANAGE

Fortes Cafe Tratt is open during the day for coffee, drinks, snacks, breakfasts and lunches. La Trattoria is open evenings for atmospheric dining a la carte or fixed price menu.
Clavells Restaurant

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Restaurant

KIMMERIDGE, Wareham

We serve homemade, freshly prepared to order meals using local products wherever possible. Open every day for breakfasts, lunches and afternoon tea.
The Orchard

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Café

West Holme, WAREHAM

Serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and using locally sourced ingredients where possible. A range of local beer, cider and wine available. The Orchard is set in a beautiful natural environment, with views to the Purbeck Hills.
The Saxon Arms

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Pub/Inn

Stratton, Dorchester

*New Takeaway Service* The Saxon Arms is now offering an evening takeaway option including wine, beer and cider. See their Facebook page for more information. The Saxon Arms in Stratton is a village inn offering real ale, great pub food and a hearty…
The Black Bear Inn

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WOOL

We have two separate food areas where you can enjoy our homemade meals in relaxed surroundings.
The New Inn

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CHURCH KNOWLE, Corfe Castle

Acclaimed speciality fish cuisine in comfortable historic surroundings. A 16th Century stone and thatched Inn in picturesque village overlooking the Purbeck hills. 1.5 miles from Corfe Castle.
Corfe Castle Model Village tearooms

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Tea Room/Coffee Shop

CORFE CASTLE

Serving home made cream teas, lunches and full English breakfasts. We have a variety of Gluten free options and use lots of local produce too. Whether you visit the Model Village or not, enjoy our 17th Century courtyard setting.
The Cake House Tea Room

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Home Delivery

EAST CREECH, Wareham

*New Takeaway Service* - Pre-ordered whole cakes delivered to Wareham, Kimmeridge, Corfe Castle, Sandford and Wool.
Different sized cakes are available depening on how many slices you'd like. 8" Cakes provide 8-10 large slices and 9" cakes 10-12…
The Bankes Arms

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STUDLAND

*New Takeaway Service* - The Bankes Arms at Studland is offering a takeaway service during half term from May 23rd. Food will be available to order from 12 noon and menus will be available at the pub. Opening times will be weather-dependant so if…
Isle of Purbeck Golf Club Restaurant

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Studland, Swanage

Enjoy the stunning views from our panoramic dining room - watch the sunset over Poole Harbour or listen to live music in the lounge bar. The Clubhouse has outstanding cuisine presided over by Mr Jerome N' gapale. He covers an enviable range of…

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