“An imposing country manor in the market town of Blandford offering spectacular views across the River Stour and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Traditionally dressed rooms are light and spacious. The food is hearty and bar has a wide variety of ales coming from the hotel's own brewery.”

Recommended for

  • Country Escape

    • Find easy access to the beautiful Blackmore Vale and the Dorset Downs countryside.
  • Great walks

    • Embark on long walks along picturesque trails starting straight from the property.
  • Birdwatching

    • Spot a wide variety of birds located on the marsh lands along the River Stour.
  • Museums

    • Discover the world of military communications at the Royal Signals Museum.
  • Pet friendly

    • There are a number of dog friendly rooms to choose from
  • Charming

  • Full of character

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Quiet

  • Romantic

  • Luxury

  • Traditional

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Antiques

  • Inn

  • Historic

  • Restaurant

Facilities

  • Rooms

    27 rooms in this hotel
  • Pet friendly

    There are a number of dog friendly rooms to choose from
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Meeting Room

  • Bar

  • Parking

  • Wifi

  • Disabled access

  • Room service

  • Child friendly

  • Garden

  • Restaurant

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Embark on long walks along picturesque trails starting straight from the property.
  • Birdwatching

    • Spot a wide variety of birds located on the marsh lands along the River Stour.
  • Museums

    • Discover the world of military communications at the Royal Signals Museum.

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Crown Hotel

The Crown Hotel in Blandford Forum is an ideal setting to explore the local countryside. This stately country manor on the edge of Blackmore Vale and the Dorset Downs is an elegant retreat featuring a stylish restaurant, cosy bar, and 27 period bedrooms.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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