The Fox and Hounds Cattistock
8 June 2025
A lovely traditional pub in the heart of the village with a great reputation for home cooked food and seasonal produce. Food is served daily apart from Monday lunch time. Dogs are welcome.
Things to do near Cerne Abbas
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The Fox and Hounds Cattistock
A lovely traditional pub in the heart of the village with a great reputation for home cooked food and seasonal produce. Food is served daily apart from Monday lunch time. Dogs are welcome.
2
The Chetnole Inn
A lovely village inn with snug bar, wood burning stove, wooden floored restaurant and beautiful gardens. This Taste of Dorset Award winning pub also allows dogs in the snug.
3
The Saxon Arms
Thatched village pub with good selection of beers and excellent menu for lunchtime and evening meals.
4
The Brace of Pheasants
A cut above the rest, The Brace of Pheasants serves award winning food and wines in a picture-perfect 16th Century thatched pub. With a warm atmosphere, delicious local food and rustic yet clean interior this is a popular choice so booking in advance is recommended.
5
Minterne House and Gardens
Minterne House and Gardens nestle in a valley in the beautiful Dorset countryside, described by Simon Jenkins in 'England's 1000 Best Houses' as a "corner of paradise". The 18th Century gardens feature lakes, waterfalls, all kinds of rare trees and an incredible rhododendron collection. A profusion of spring bulbs and magnolias provide the colour in spring, followed by flowering Japanese cherries and streams lined with primulas and other water plants in summer. The garden is particularly noted for its autumn colouring. Open March to November.
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Chetnole Station Circular
A lovely half day walk and a great way to explore this part of rural Dorset. With lots to see including historical points of interest, stunning views and country pubs, you will find plenty to keep the whole family happy. Please note this is a good walk for families but not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs.
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Dorset Electric Bike Centre
An electric bike can provide a perfect way to explore Dorset on two wheels! The joy of being out in the open air with the electric assistance - gives you all of the pleasure without completely exhausting you.
8
Dorset Knob Throwing (and Frome Valley Food Festival)
With activities such as Knob Eating, Knob Painting and the Knob and Spoon Race, it is worth the small admission charge to see just how far you can throw a Dorset Knob.
9
Henley Hillbillies
A 200 acre estate offering quad biking, clay pigeon shooting, archery and hovercraft racing.
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The Dorset Ooser
Rise before sun-up and climb the 180ft Cerne Abbas Giant (also known as the Rude Man' - go and you'll see why), to catch a glimpse of the horned Ooser beast welcoming in May Day. Or just go to The Dorset County Museum to see the Ooser mask.
Things to do near Cerne Abbas
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The Chetnole Inn
26 June 2024
A lovely village inn with snug bar, wood burning stove, wooden floored restaurant and beautiful gardens. This Taste of Dorset Award winning pub also allows dogs in the snug.
The Saxon Arms
13 October 2011
Thatched village pub with good selection of beers and excellent menu for lunchtime and evening meals.
The Brace of Pheasants
2 July 2011
A cut above the rest, The Brace of Pheasants serves award winning food and wines in a picture-perfect 16th Century thatched pub. With a warm atmosphere, delicious local food and rustic yet clean interior this is a popular choice so booking in advance is recommended.
Minterne House and Gardens
6 March 2009
Minterne House and Gardens nestle in a valley in the beautiful Dorset countryside, described by Simon Jenkins in 'England's 1000 Best Houses' as a "corner of paradise". The 18th Century gardens feature lakes, waterfalls, all kinds of rare trees and an incredible rhododendron collection. A profusion of spring bulbs and magnolias provide the colour in spring, followed by flowering Japanese cherries and streams lined with primulas and other water plants in summer. The garden is particularly noted for its autumn colouring. Open March to November.
Chetnole Station Circular
A lovely half day walk and a great way to explore this part of rural Dorset. With lots to see including historical points of interest, stunning views and country pubs, you will find plenty to keep the whole family happy. Please note this is a good walk for families but not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs.
Dorset Electric Bike Centre
An electric bike can provide a perfect way to explore Dorset on two wheels! The joy of being out in the open air with the electric assistance - gives you all of the pleasure without completely exhausting you.
Dorset Knob Throwing (and Frome Valley Food Festival)
With activities such as Knob Eating, Knob Painting and the Knob and Spoon Race, it is worth the small admission charge to see just how far you can throw a Dorset Knob.
Henley Hillbillies
A 200 acre estate offering quad biking, clay pigeon shooting, archery and hovercraft racing.
The Dorset Ooser
Rise before sun-up and climb the 180ft Cerne Abbas Giant (also known as the Rude Man' - go and you'll see why), to catch a glimpse of the horned Ooser beast welcoming in May Day. Or just go to The Dorset County Museum to see the Ooser mask.