“Taking its name from the surrounding village, The Fontmell mixes a traditional pub atmosphere with a modern, more urbane aesthetic. The result is an atmospheric bar, an excellent restaurant and lovely rooms with luxury trappings. A great base for a trip to Dorset and superb value for money.”

Recommended for

  • Restaurant

    • Daily changing menus where dishes are made from locally sourced, seasonal produce.
  • Foodies

    • Delicious food whether you're here for a pub snack or candle-lit formal dining.
  • Great walks

    • The surrounding countryside is full of lovely walking routes.
  • Child friendly

    • Cots and camp beds can be added to rooms if needed
  • Pet friendly

    • All bedrooms are dog-friendly except room 6
  • Good wine list

    • Championing small independent wine makers
  • Golf

    • Play a round at Ashley Wood Golf Club.
  • Sights nearby

    • Pay a visit to Sherborne Old Castle.
  • Quiet

  • Gourmet

  • Intimate

  • Charming

  • Village

  • Inn

Facilities

  • Rooms

    6 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Daily changing menus where dishes are made from locally sourced, seasonal produce.
  • Child friendly

    Cots and camp beds can be added to rooms if needed
  • Pet friendly

    All bedrooms are dog-friendly except room 6
  • Good wine list

    Championing small independent wine makers
  • Library

  • Bar

  • Parking

  • Wifi

  • Sitting Room

  • Garden

Activities

  • Great walks

    • The surrounding countryside is full of lovely walking routes.
  • Golf

    • Play a round at Ashley Wood Golf Club.
  • Sights nearby

    • Pay a visit to Sherborne Old Castle.

Map & Location

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