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About this property
This 16th-century thatched guest accommodations are in the peaceful village of Pimperne. Free parking is available and free Wi-Fi is accessible in all rooms. Fresh, local produce is served in the restaurant and there is also a large beer garden to enjoy a drink in. Each of the lovely bright rooms at the 4-star Anvil Inn has a flat-screen TV. Rooms also include a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Blandford Forum’s town center is a 10-minute drive away and the Royal Signal Museum can be reached in a 15-minute drive. The Cathedral city of Salisbury is within a 30-minute drive of The Anvil Inn and Dorchester is a 35-minute drive away. Full English breakfasts are served in the traditional, wood-beam ceiling dining room. A wide selection of drinks are available from the bar.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Free crib available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Donna
Belgium“I had a fantastic stay at the Anvil and will definitely be back. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Staff are very friendly. The location is excellent for exploring North Dorset and beyond. Wifi is fast enough for remote working (Teams Calls/Onlien...” 
Lisa-marie
United Kingdom“Beautiful quirky place with a fab beer garden. Food was so good. Had an evening meal and breakfast. Staff were so friendly and made you feel so welcome. Single room was cosy, lovely and comfortable..was a little cold , but if I knew how to work...”- Alan United Kingdom“Location was great for exploring the area and attractions. Nice pub with plenty of character, good food, friendly and helpful staff. Comfy bed with all the essentials in the room.”
- Martin United Kingdom“Fantastic breakfast, very friendly place and staff, absolutely excellent value for money!”
- Kerryhannah United Kingdom“Very clean rooms, plenty of room in the bar, food very good, breakfast was also very good”
- Diane United Kingdom“Lovely pub with welcoming staff. Good food and comfortable room. Great service!”
Tomasz United Kingdom“Staff super friendly and helpful. Rooms super clean beds comfortable with all facilities in place. The downstairs pub offers great food for a reasonable price. The whole place is exceptional value for money”- John United Kingdom“We have stayed here several times over the years and we have always been very happy with the accommodation and food, the staff are always excellent.”
- Jacob
Australia“We got the perfect English countryside inn experience we were looking for.” - John United Kingdom“Breakfast was adequate. Location very suitable for our needs. Staff friendly, helpful. Reece in particular.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish • Pizza • Local • European
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
