The Ugly Duckling
Shaftesbury, Dorset
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About The Ugly Duckling
The Ugly Duckling is a cafe on the High Street in Shaftesbury's Swans Yard. It serves breakfast and cakes, with gluten-free options available. The cafe takes bookings, welcomes dogs, and has outdoor seating.
It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 and is suitable for children and groups.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What's nearby
- The Potting Shed next door
- The Mitre next door
- Gold Hill Museum next door
- The Grosvenor Arms next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this cafe's delicious coffee, cakes, and hearty breakfast options, including gluten-free choices. They also highlight the friendly, welcoming staff and the charming, homey atmosphere. Others mention the reasonable prices and the pleasant outdoor seating.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (359 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Dorset
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.