Our Local Area

We love where we live. Located in the heart of Canford cliffs and just a hop,skip and a jump from the sandy beaches, whether you’re staying for business or pleasure, there are a number of fantastic places to visit on our doorstep.

Sip, Supper & Snooze

The perfect package for those longer days and lazy stays. Bed and breakfast, dinner on one night, and two Lillet Rhubarb Rosé spritz on us. Available for stays until 30th September 2025.

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Your stay in Dorset

Visit Dorset and your want to stay forever. With stunning coastlines and (award winning) sandy beaches, you’re in for a relaxing yet action-packed stay with us.

Our on-site car park means you can drive along the coastal roads, or for those who want to fasten those hiking boots and explore on foot, come back to the pub after and indulge in a well earned drink in our cosy pub or our neighbourhood garden.

From paddleboarding on Branksome Beach to nature trails on Brownsea Island, plan ahead and make your trip one to remember. Feel free to speak to Terry and the team here at the pub for plenty of ideas and inspiration on places to visit.

Our Bedrooms

The Beaches (0.2 miles)

If you love being by the sea. We’re fortunate to have some fantastic beaches close to our hotel, the two closest being Canford Cliffs, just a three minute walk away and Branksome Chine, just a 14 minutes walk.

Both are blue flag beaches, and home to some of the oldest beach huts in Europe, they play the perfect backdrop for your holiday snaps.

To The Beach

Brownsea Island (6.2 miles)

Accessible only by boat, this beautiful island is owned by The National Trust and sits in the middle of Poole Harbour.

If you’re bringing the family along, this island provides the perfect day’s adventure with tree-climbing trails, Tracker Packs and a natural play area.

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Compton Acres (0.5 miles)

Take a leafy stroll through Compton Acres, one of the finest privately owned gardens in England.

With 10 acres of beautiful gardens, including a stunning Italian garden, rock and water gardens, and a Japanese garden to while away those lazy-afternoons. You can also relax in their charming café and tea rooms.

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Moors Valley Park (15.1 miles)

Enjoy over 80 acres of woodland and farmland at the famous Moors Valley Country Park. This attraction is perfect for high energy kids and their wagging tailed companion. From tree top trails to segwaying, GoApe and so much more.

To The Park

Food & Drink

Our kitchen serves up properly good (and oh-so-traditional) pub classics; such as the crispy fish and chips, burgers (with all the extras) and Summer seasonal specials.

Our Seasonal Menus

Sip, Supper & Snooze

The perfect package for those longer days and lazy stays. Bed and breakfast, dinner on one night, and two Lillet Rhubarb Rosé spritz on us. Available for stays until 30th September 2025.

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Bookable Beach Huts

From private dining to birthday parties, our beach huts are the perfect space for every occasion.

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