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The Anvil Inn
Inn
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9,0
/10
Exceptional
160 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
Dilraj
10,0
/ 10
Fantastic stay in a very picturesque inn. Staff were all super friendly, parking was plentiful, and the food/drink selection was great! Highly recommend
Mark
10,0
/ 10
A beautiful thatched inn at a location that puts you in reach of so many imteredting places. The building, a former blacksmigh's shop, is bwtween 400 and 450 years old which makes it quirky and full of character. Sadly it would not be possible to make it accessible for those with disabilities. But the food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful and the staff are friendly. I was particularly impressed by their bar manager, Kora. Nothing was too much trouble gor her. I would thoroughly recommend the Anvil and I hope to stay there again someday.
Paul
10,0
/ 10
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Room had all the amenities expected. With comfortable bed and thick towels.
Only problem encountered were the very steep and curved stairs but in such a lovely place this is to be expected
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Salisbury Road, Pimperne, North Dorset, Pimperne, Dorset, England, DT11 8UQ
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Salisbury Road, Pimperne, North Dorset, Pimperne, Dorset, England, DT11 8UQ
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General
Near Royal Signals Museum
Location
Located in Blandford Forum, The Anvil Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Blandford Forum Town Museum. This inn is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Dorset National Landscape and 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from Blandford Leisure Centre.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Royal Signals Museum - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Ashley Wood Golf Club - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Blandford Forum Town Museum - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Dorset National Landscape - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Blandford Leisure Centre - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Chettle Play Park - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Vale of Allen Parish Council - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Shillingstone Railway Project - 11.2 km / 7 mi
Fontmell and Melbury Downs - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
White Mill - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Larmer Tree Gardens - 12.8 km / 7.9 mi
Wayland's Sixpenny Brewery - 12.8 km / 7.9 mi
The Art Stable - 12.9 km / 8 mi
Kingston Lacy House - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi
The nearest major airport is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 30.3 km / 18.8 mi
Facilities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Business Facilities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Anvil Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included.
Rooms
Stay in one of 12 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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Exterior
Bedroom
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In-room Bathroom
Things to Do
- Garden
Food and Drinks
- Breakfast
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
General
- Parking
Accessibilty
- Accessible parking
Public Facilities
- Smoke-free area
Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Anvil Inn
Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
General Check-in Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Pets
Pets Not Allowed
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General Information
Popular Facilities | |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - 22:00 - to 10:30 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at The Anvil Inn | 12 |
Another facilities in The Anvil Inn | Garden, Breakfast, Free WiFi, Parking, Accessible parking |
Frequently asked question in The Anvil Inn
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Anvil Inn?
The standard check-in time at The Anvil Inn is starting from 15:00 - 22:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:30
Does The Anvil Inn provide breakfast?
Yes, The Anvil Inn provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of The Anvil Inn?
The Anvil Inn is a 3.5-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at The Anvil Inn?
The Anvil Inn has 12 rooms in total.
Does The Anvil Inn provide parking?
Yes, The Anvil Inn provides parking. Please confirm details directly with the hotel.
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9,0
Exceptional
From 160 reviews
Cleanliness
9,4
Room Comfort
9,0
Location
10,0
Service and Facilites
9,4
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Dilraj
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago
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Fantastic stay in a very picturesque inn. Staff were all super friendly, parking was plentiful, and the food/drink selection was great! Highly recommend
angela
6,0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
I arrived early and so parking was not an issue. The rooms are quirky and mine had quite low ceilings, luckily i am quite short. The shower was a fitment on the bath and required the user to hold it in one hand as there was no pole.
The menu is not standard and offers an interesting variety of options.
There was no wifi in my room and when I enquired, I was informed that if I persisted it might work but it had been poor since January.
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Mark
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
A beautiful thatched inn at a location that puts you in reach of so many imteredting places. The building, a former blacksmigh's shop, is bwtween 400 and 450 years old which makes it quirky and full of character. Sadly it would not be possible to make it accessible for those with disabilities. But the food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful and the staff are friendly. I was particularly impressed by their bar manager, Kora. Nothing was too much trouble gor her. I would thoroughly recommend the Anvil and I hope to stay there again someday.
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edward
6,0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago
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This was a lovely place to stay. However, and I hope the hotel will not take this the wrong way, as they were lovely, the food needs attention.
Sanjay
6,0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
We stayed at The Anvil Inn for two nights and found it to be a hotel with plenty of character and a welcoming atmosphere. The building is charming, the dining area is attractive, and the staff we met during our stay were friendly.
Unfortunately, our room let the experience down. There was mould around the shower seal, peeling paint in the bathroom, and even the plant in the room had several dead and yellowing leaves. Individually these are minor issues, but together they suggested that routine maintenance and attention to detail had been overlooked.
The biggest disappointment came at check-out. We had paid in full through Hotels.com before arriving, but the owner insisted that payment was still outstanding and attempted to charge us again. Resolving the issue took over an hour. I appreciate that Hotels.com payments may not always appear immediately in the hotel’s system, but the payment had already been processed by the hotel’s own staff at check-in. Had I not kept my booking confirmation and challenged the request, I could easily have paid twice.
It’s a shame because the hotel has real charm and potential. With better maintenance and a more reliable process for confirming prepaid bookings before requesting payment again, it would provide a much better guest experience.
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Keith Rhys
8,0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago
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Good place to stay when visiting Dorset. Good breakfast each morning. Good bedroom but in need of freshening up.
Pub meals were of limited choice but tasty.
Staff were helpful and welcoming.
Paul
10,0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Room had all the amenities expected. With comfortable bed and thick towels.
Only problem encountered were the very steep and curved stairs but in such a lovely place this is to be expected
Andy
with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago
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Check in was easy, room was ok. Everything you needed, everything worked. My only comment would be how hot the room (3) was. Absolutely stifling, quite possibly above the kitchen. Could feel the heat coming through the floor. It was only around 20C during the previous afternoon. I can only imagine how it would be on a hotter day.
Breakfast was nice and the staff were great. It's a lovely hotel in a lovely village.
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Bridget
Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Nice old inn, but in need of a bit of TLC. However understand their situation in this current economic climate. Very friendly staff & local clientele. Reasonable food.
Paul
Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Great find, in a great location to explore the local area, staff, room / breakfast very good.
Only thing to improve is the bar pricing, thought £6.70 a little excessive for a pint of local lager.
Abi
with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Lovely stay at a great place. Excellent staff.
Kay
6,0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
The room needed a deep clean - this is an old property so it’s always going to be a challenge to keep things looking at their best, but there were areas that looked as if they hadn’t been touched in months (towel rail, tiles, pictures etc). The staff at check in were great, but I was a bit concerned (as a woman travelling on my own) that a side door at the bottom of the stairs would always be kept open, but after they all gone home, everywhere else is locked. I got the impression that there were no staff in the pub overnight. Dinner was a reasonable price (2 courses for £20) but the burger bun had been microwaved so was inedible. Breakfast was absolutely delicious though - I had eggs royale with lovely smoked salmon and perfectly poached eggs. All in all, an OK stay with a great breakfast.
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Lynne
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago
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I love this place! The staff is so friendly and both the beer and the food are great! The atmosphere is unique due to the age of the building and I appreciate its quirkiness. Highly recommend!
Chelsea
10,0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago
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The owners were lovely and welcoming. Nothing was a problem and the entire vibe was just lush and wholesome. ❤️
Robert
8,0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Very nice place to stay, adequate parking, staff very friendly and helpful, food is very nice with a good choice.
ANDREW
10,0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago
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My stay has been very positive. Check‑in was friendly, welcoming, and informative, which set a great tone from the start. My room is cosy, clean, and comfortable, and I’ve had a peaceful night’s sleep. The Wi‑Fi works well, and the free parking is really convenient. The location is good too, making everything easy and stress‑free. Overall, I’m very happy with my experience.
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Nick
with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago
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Our room was comfortable, clean and cosy. The Staff couldn’t do enough to make our stay a pleasant experience. Food was great and varied. We would definitely stay here again.
Steve
Business
10,0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Great pub, excellent food
Stuart
10,0
/10
Reviewed 75 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Great
Joy
with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 107 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Lovely old pub which was a good stop over for the night. Breakfast nice and hot with limited selection but filling. Friendly welcome at check in.
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