A historic six-room inn in Iwerne Minster near Blandford Forum, Dorset, with its own bar, restaurant and garden.
What's nearby
- Iwerne Minster Post Office next door
- Shop next door
- Clayesmore Sports Centre 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
About The Talbot
The Talbot occupies a period building in Iwerne Minster, just outside Blandford Forum, and keeps the character of an old coaching inn while offering just six bedrooms, so things stay small and personal rather than corporate.
Rooms come with the essentials covered: free WiFi throughout and breakfast included, with a bar and restaurant on site for evening meals and a drink after a day out. There's a garden for sitting outside when the weather allows, meeting rooms for those combining a stay with work, and luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures. Free on-site parking makes it straightforward for anyone travelling by car.
The Dorset countryside around Blandford Forum makes a good base for exploring the wider area, and with the inn itself handling the essentials of a comfortable stopover, guests can spend their time on what's beyond the front door rather than logistics. It suits those who want a proper local inn rather than a large hotel.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
People say this pub offers delicious, plentiful food, including excellent South African dishes and Sunday roasts, with comfortable rooms available for overnight stays. They also highlight the warm, welcoming, and relaxed atmosphere, often enhanced by friendly pub dogs. Guests mention the reasonable prices and attentive staff who provide excellent service.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- B&B
- Location
- Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum
- Good for children
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Blandford Forum