The Museum Inn - Pub in Dorset
Farnham, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DE, Dorset
England,
United Kingdom
In a village with roses round every door is one of the finest inns in England, built by the father of modern archaeology (whose museum, the Pitt Rivers, is in Oxford). Today, attentive staff keep the atmosphere warm and happy. The big 17th-century bar has a period feel: flagstones, inglenook, fresh flowers and a fashionable mismatch of tables and chairs. There are cosy alcoves to hide in, a book-filled drawing room to browse and a smart white-raftered dining room. The head chef's dishes range from honey glazed duck breast, seared duck liver and roasted Jersey Royals, to golden fried gnocchi with broad beans, pea purée, asparagus and rocket, sourced, of course, from the best ingredients; finish with poached rhubarb, Italian meringue, rosewater cream and strawberries. Popular with the barbour-and-dog set, the Museum Inn is quietest out of season but a treat all round.
- Children welcome
- Children of all ages welcome in some public rooms (highchairs not necessarily available).
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available in the bar.
- Vegetarian meals
- Good vegetarian options on the menu.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
Local points of interest from Lee Hart:
Local points of interest from
Lee Hart:
- Rushmore - situated less than two miles away from The Museum, Rushmore is an idyllic golf course. Spanning two counties, Dorset and Wiltshire, the course is very picturesque being located in the heart of the Rushmore Estate on the Cranborne Chase.
- Local walks on Cranborne Chase AONB
- Chalkstream Fishing on nearby River Allen or River Nadder.
- Other attractions include Salisbury Cathedral, Longleat Safari, Durdle Door in Dorset, Sandbanks beach, Stourhead House and Gardens.
- Part of Pub group of the year 2016 by The Good Pub Guide. 2 AA Rosette and 4 Stars Gold.
- Our quirky private dining room ‘The Shed’ makes a great space for any special occasion.
Details
Light lunch from £7.50. Mains from £12.95.
Open all day.
Farnham, Blandford Forum, DT11 8DE, Dorset
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