Bridport
Things to do in Bridport, Dorset
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Bridport is a base for exploring the Dorset coast, with a dozen or so hotels and guest houses nearby. The town sits within reach of several beaches: Charmouth Beach and Seatown Beach are both rated 4.6, while Seal's Cove offers a quieter alternative at 4.5. The West Bay Discovery Centre (4.8) provides some local context, and Foxdown Children's Farm (4.9) is popular with families. For those wanting to camp, the Dorset Nectar Cider Farm Orchard Campsite offers a rural option.
Among places to stay, the Eypes Mouth Country Hotel stands out at 4.7 from 313 reviews, while Haddon House Hotel is rated 4.6. The Bridport Arms Hotel and The Bull Hotel both have solid ratings backed by over 900 reviews each. For eating, the Pack Horse Café scores well at 4.7, though The Market House Inn is the more established choice with 526 reviews.
The appeal here is straightforward: decent accommodation, beach access, and family-friendly attractions without pretension. It works as a seaside stop rather than as a destination in itself.
Where to stay in Bridport(15)
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Bridge House Hotel
115 East Street, Bridport
Bridport Arms Hotel
West Bay, Bridport
Colly Farm
Dottery Road, Bridport
Copse Gate Farm
Bluntshay Lane, Bridport
Eypeleaze B&B
117 West Bay Road, Bridport
Eypes Mouth Country Hotel
Eype, Bridport
Haddon House Hotel
West Bay, Bridport
Hensleigh House
Lower Sea Lane, Bridport
Things to Do in Bridport(6)
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Where to Eat in Bridport(2)
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Attractions Near Bridport
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2 mi
Jurassic Fun Centre
Burton Bradstock · ⭐ 4.5
7 mi
The Tunnel Tree Tops
Charmouth · ⭐ 4.9
8 mi
Lyme Regis Museum
Lyme Regis · ⭐ 4.6
8 mi
The Town Mill
Lyme Regis · ⭐ 4.7
8 mi
Lyme Regis Treasure Hunt Trail
Lyme Regis · ⭐ 4.8
Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium
Lyme Regis · ⭐ 4.3
8 mi
Lyme Rib Rides
Lyme Regis · ⭐ 5.0
8 mi
Lister Gardens Mini Golf
Lyme Regis · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in Bridport(1)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Bridport
All cottages in Bridport →The Cider Press
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £751
Fig Tree Shepherd’s Hut
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £303
Sweet Briar
2 bed · sleeps 3 · from £383
Buzzards
2 bed · sleeps 3 · from £307
Farthings
sleeps 2 · from £227
Woodbrook Cottage
4 bed · sleeps 9 · from £1,031
Golden Acre - Summer Lodge 16
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £668
Golden Acre - Ammonite 19
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £548
Common questions about Bridport
How many campsites are there in Bridport?
We list 1 campsites in and around Bridport, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Bridport?
We list 15 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Bridport.
What is there to do in Bridport?
We list 6 attractions and things to do in and around Bridport.
Where can I eat in Bridport?
We list 2 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Bridport.
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