EAT, EXPLORE AND EXPERIENCE
Only the best make the list.
The Homecooked Dimpsey Pizza
We're real foodies here at Dimpsey and love cooking over wood, so we can provide pizza ingredients and extras as part of your break to cook here. However, we are also surrounded by amazing places to eat and love to share our recommendations with guests. You'll find some of them below.
The Candlelight Inn
We are lucky enough to be surrounded by great places to eat. A firm Dimpsey favourite is The Candlelight Inn. Mike & Simon have created an award winning eating experience with that all important friendly welcome. Dimpsey distance : 1 mile
The Cotley Inn
Another wonderful place to eat around the corner from us is The Cotley Inn who pride themselves with their local food. All their dishes are made with ingredients in a 25 mile radius, and the food is divine! Dimpsey distance : 4.8 miles
The Greyhound Inn
This family run pub is perfect for good food at good prices! With a menu consisting of tasty delights such as camembert, lamb and fish and chips, there is a dish for everyone. Dimpsey distance : 5.3 miles
f.east
Fancy something to tingle the taste buds? At f.east, you can find a range of Mexican and Moroccan food with a wonderful ambience. Dimpsey distance : 6.1 miles
River Cottage
River Cottage canteen has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that has lots of tasty treats for you to enjoy. The deli is a great place to go to for preserves, cured meats, cheese and all sorts of other treasures. Dimpsey distance : 11.1 miles
Pip's Railway Carriage
Pip's Railway Carriage is an experience not to be missed. Bringing delicious, local food to you in a railway carriage or double decker bus! Definitely worth a try! Dimpsey distance : 13.1 miles
The Hive Beach Café
The Hive Beach Café is located right on the beach at Burton Bradstock on the Jurassic Coast. With far reaching views across Lyme Bay and Chesil Beach. It’s the perfect location to enjoy fresh, local seafood, homemade cakes or just a simple cup of tea. Dimpsey distance : 30.5 miles
Barleymows Farm Shop
Barleymow’s offer the finest cuts of meat and freshest fruit and veg and with friendly staff and a wide range of local produce. It is a great place to get your groceries and enjoy lunch in the restaurant. Dimpsey Distance: 3.1 miles
Bonners of Ilminster
An award-winning butchers, Bonners provides excellent quality produce with a vast number of meats and cuts available. Dimpsey Distance: 7 miles
Trading Post Farm Shop
Voted as the best Farm Shop in Somerset in 2019, the Trading Post Farm Shop is a definite must when picking up your local, organic groceries. Dimpsey Distance: 13.1 miles
Millers Farm Shop
The Millers family run farm shop grow their own produce as well as having local suppliers so that you can taste the local ciders, sample the cheeses and pick up your fruit and veg at the same time! Dimpsey Distance: 14.1 miles
Coombe Farm Organic
If you are lover of organic and sustainable meats, pies and pastries then Coombe Farm Organic is a firm favourite with us and with many others alike. Provided as a meat box delivery, you can have your fresh food delivered straight to you.
Walk
We're located on an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty called the Blackdown Hills, so walking is a favourite guest activity. We have OS maps in the huts, flasks and picnics can be provided on request and then off you toddle, long walk or short, the choice is yours. Choose from a walk straight out of the gate, or drive across to the Jurassic Coast and stroll the South West Coast path finishing up with coffee and cakes, which are obligatory if you've just earnt them with your walk.
Bike
Straight out of our drive, you are onto a country lane with miles of lanes to bike around, with handy pub stops along the way. We have the 13 mile Herepath cycle path just a couple of miles away and lots of Strava records to break on the hills nearby.
Cricket St Thomas Golf Club
‘Great views, great prices, great golf’. This golf course was originally a 9 hole course designed by 5 times open champion J.H.Taylor in 1932 and this has since been extended to 18 holes in 1955. This fantastic golf course is kept under regular maintenance and is set in stunning woodland. Dimpsey Distance: 4.4 miles
Drakes Farm Riding Centre
Drakes Farm Riding Centre offer professional horse riding lessons for all ages and abilities. With well mannered horses, quiet country lanes and stunning views Drakes Farm is the best place to learn how to ride or continue to learn in a BHS approved centre. Dimpsey Distance: 8.1 miles
Barrington Pottery
If you prefer to get creative and hands on, then you can treat yourself to a pottery lesson at Barrington Pottery. Why not combine with an afternoon at the Barrington National Trust site for a full day out! Dimpsey Distance: 11.1 miles
Ling Shooting School
Why not give your hand a go at some shooting with the Ling Shooting School! Perfect for individuals and couples alike, clay shooting can provide tuition and a whole heap of fun. Dimpsey Distance: 14.4 miles
GET IN TOUCH
Have any questions about what you can get up to during your stay or in need of extra information about Dimpsey? Why not contact us using the details or contact form below.
Give Us a Call
You can talk to us by calling 01460 477770.
Send Us an Email
Why not send us an email to stay@dimpsey.co.uk with your questions - we would love to help!
