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Group Friendly Eating Out

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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 Priory Hotel

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WAREHAM
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
The Priory offers accomplished menus, excellent wines, and professional service. You will find a subtle blend of classic and modern dishes, using locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce on the menu.
Mortons Manor Restaurant

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CORFE CASTLE

Our award-winning restaurant is at the heart of Mortons Manor and sources from local Purbeck suppliers where possible for fresh ingredients, that together create a delicious and memorable experience.
Key West Bar and Grill

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Restaurant

BOURNEMOUTH
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
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 something to suit everyone’s taste. Key West’s domed shape is…
The Halfway Inn

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Norden, WAREHAM

The Halfway Inn is a beautiful and historic pub and is perfect for drinks, lunch or dinner. Situated in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck at the gateway to Swanage and Studland beach, the Halfway is convenient for the historic village of Corfe…
Coast Restaurant - Grand Hotel

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Restaurant

SWANAGE
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
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 Saxon Arms

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Stratton, Dorchester

The Saxon Arms in Stratton is a village inn offering real ale, great pub food and a hearty welcome. Winners of the West Dorset Camra (Campaign for Real Ale) Pub of the Year 2017.
The Cake House Tea Room

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Home Delivery

EAST CREECH, Wareham
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
The Cake House Tea Room is located on a family farm not far from the market town of Wareham and the picturesque village of Corfe Castle. Enjoy a relaxing breakfast, lunch or homemade cake in a beautiful, peaceful rural location. Children will love…
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, who covers an enviable range of…
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.
Brassica Restaurant & Mercantile

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Beaminster

Brassica Restaurant & Mercantile is an award-winning restaurant and shop overlooking Beaminster's town square. Offering delicious food and wine in a beautifully designed setting, using only the freshest and highest quality produce cooked simply,…
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 Bankes Arms

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Pub/Inn

STUDLAND

The Bankes Arms at Studland is an old smuggler’s haunt nestled in the Purbeck Hills, with fine views of the sea. The pub is minutes from the beach and nearby cliff top walks to the famous Old Harry Rocks. The Isle of Purbeck Brewery is next door to…
The Blue Pool Tea Rooms

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Tea Room/Coffee Shop

Furzebrook, Nr WAREHAM
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
*LATEST UPDATE* The Blue Pool will be closed until further notice.
Hen House Restaurant

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Café

Organford, POOLE
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- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2020
Traditional home cooked food for adults and children. Everything from coffee to roasts. Baby food, highchairs and microwave are all available. Everything cooked fresh.

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