A countryside inn in the village of Farnham near Blandford Forum, Dorset, with free parking and easy reach of Kingston Lacy.
What's nearby
- Moles Cottage next door
- Miller Fencing Ltd 200m away
- Eton Cottage 300m away
- Yew Tree Cottage 450m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About The Museum Inn
Farnham is a quiet corner of the Dorset countryside close to Blandford Forum, and The Museum Inn makes a comfortable base for exploring it. The hotel has the feel of a traditional country inn, with a garden and outdoor seating for warmer days, free on-site parking including an electric vehicle charge point, and 24 hour reception for guests coming and going at odd hours.
Rooms are en-suite, with family rooms available for those travelling with children, and drinks can be brought to the room. Food is a central part of the stay, with a restaurant serving breakfast and meals, kids meals and packed lunches on request, plus a bar for something more relaxed. There's also free WiFi throughout, luggage storage, meeting rooms for those combining business with the trip, and concierge services to help with local plans.
The surrounding area offers plenty to fill the days, with walking routes, horse riding, a golf course and further pubs and restaurants all within reach, alongside entertainment nearby. Kingston Lacy and Dorset Museum are both a short distance away, making The Museum Inn a practical stop for exploring this part of Dorset.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
People say this inn offers delicious and imaginative food, including excellent breakfasts and Sunday roasts, with many gluten-free and vegan options. They also highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the friendly, attentive, and professional staff. Guests mention the comfortable, clean rooms and the inn's dog-friendly policy.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Farnham, Blandford Forum
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Blandford Forum