Gaggle of Geese Pub & Shepherd Huts
Locketts Lane, Dorchester · Hotel
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Shepherd huts with en-suite bathrooms on Locketts Lane near Dorchester, attached to a traditional pub with its own garden and bar.
What's nearby
- Dorset Medieval Archery next door
- Dominey's Yard 200m away
- Holy Rood Church, Buckland Newton 250m away
- Buckland Newton Hire Ltd 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
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 Gaggle of Geese Pub & Shepherd Huts
Step inside a shepherd hut at the Gaggle of Geese Pub & Shepherd Huts and you get a compact, en-suite space with drinks provided in the room, a fitting base for a countryside stay near Dorchester. Family rooms are also available for those who need more space, and every room comes with the practicalities sorted, including free WiFi throughout.
The heart of the place is the traditional pub itself, with a restaurant serving food and kids meals for younger guests, plus a bar for evening drinks. Outside there's a garden, a picnic area and outdoor seating, useful for warmer days or for guests travelling with pets, who are welcome here. A kitchen is available on site, and reception operates 24 hours, so arrival times are flexible.
Free on-site parking makes driving in straightforward, and the surrounding area has fishing, a pub or bar, and other restaurants and eateries within easy reach, along with entertainment nearby for those wanting to venture beyond the property. It's a straightforward, characterful stopping point on Locketts Lane rather than a polished resort, and it suits guests looking for something a little different from a standard hotel room.
Reception hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 7:00 PM
People say this pub offers delicious food, including excellent Sunday roasts and a varied menu, alongside a great selection of beers and drinks. They also highlight the welcoming and friendly staff, as well as the relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the huge garden with camping, glamping, and shepherd huts, plus fun activities like a soft play bus and goats to feed.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Locketts Lane, Dorchester
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Dorchester