Heart of Wessex

Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Pubs in the old branch area

All pubs in the branch area can be found below, on What?ub and also on these maps Pubs in the branch area in Somerset. Pubs in the branch area in Wiltshire. Pubs in the branch area in Dorset..
If any information is incorrect contact moc.loa@notregega

  • Charlton Horethorne
    • Kings Arms North Street Charlton Horethorne DT9 4NL Telephone(01963) 220281

      Located just inside Somerset (with Dorset postcode) this 5 star Inn has been totally renovated and restored by the experienced owners, now offering a chic Country Pub and Hotel with 10 luxury en-suite bedrooms, a modern restaurant, bar and terrace area.

  • Henstridge
    • Bird in Hand Ash Walk Henstridge BA8 0QD Telephone(01963) 362255

      Old stone village pub with low ceilings, beams, a fireplace at each end of an attractive long bar, and a games room housing a TV. There is an adjoining skittle alley. Excellent quality ales and good-value snacks makes a visit to this friendly pub well worthwhile. At the heart of most village activities this really is a true community pub.

    • Virginia Ash Sherborne Road Henstridge BA8 0PL Telephone(01963) 363868

      Spacious Free House with large car park and beer garden on the A30 / A357 cross roads (traffic lights). Attractive bar area, and overall has a small country-pub feel but with room to cater for the larger parties, which they do comfortably. Did Sir Walter really smoke tobacco here? Unknown; but he did spend time at Sherborne Castle just a few miles away. The much-lamented Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway ran past just a couple hundred yards East, and in fact the first meeting of the directors was held here in October 1862. Nevertheless an excellent pub with efficient and friendly staff, and up to four ales. Breakfast served 7.30 to 10.30 every day.

  • Milborne Port
    • Tippling Philosopher High Street Milborne Port DT9 5AQ Telephone(01963) 250999

      It is commonly supposed that the name 'Tippling Philosopher' may be apportioned to Robert Boyle, of Boyle's Law fame, who held court in the alehouse.The name was changed to the Kings' Head to celebrate the visit of George III in 1804, even though the inn was still called "The Tipplers" in some circles. Judge Jefferys was known to have used the dining room on several occasions. In 1927 the modern skittle alley and function room were built. The original name was put back into place in July 1998 and the pub continues to serve the local community.

  • South Cheriton
    • White Horse Cabbage Lane South Cheriton BA8 0BL Telephone(01963) 370394

      A 17th century public house with a definite traditional country pub feel that has strong local support. There is a variety of seating areas to suit all needs with casual seating in the bar and snug plus a restaurant. High quality freshly cooked meals from a varied and reasonably priced menu, although currently food is only served Turs - Sat evenings. (Bookings possible outside these times). Well behaved dogs and juniors are welcome. There is a car park and attractive well fenced beer garden including a marquee for inclement weather.