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The Countryman Inn, Dorchester, ENG

The Countryman Inn

4.5 (519)
£25 and under
Pub
East Knighton, Dorchester, ENG DT2 8LL

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the impressive roadside pub located in the hamlet of East Knighton. Here at The Countryman Inn, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand. Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire. Turn your fleeting visit into a welcomed stay by resting your head in one of our Nine ensuite rooms. All decorated with cosy interiors and homely touches you'll be able to unwind in comfort and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in a home away from home.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    East Knighton, Dorchester, ENG DT2 8LL
  • Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Parking details
    Massive front and back car parks available
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Pizza Making Class

    £9.95 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 12, 2025 only
    1:00 PM
    Build Your Own Pizza! Come join our chefs for a fun, hands-on pizza-making class! Learn how to roll the dough, add your favorite toppings, and bake your very own delicious pizza. Great for all ages – no experience needed. Just bring your appetite and get ready to create something tasty!
    Pizza Making Class Photo

  • Craft Stall Holder Day

    £20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 12, 2025 only
    10:00 AM
    Craft Stall Holder Day – Join Us! Set-up from 10:00 AM | Open until 7:00 PM We’re excited to invite local makers and creatives to join our upcoming Craft Stall Holder Day! You’re welcome to arrive from 10am to begin setting up and stay for as long as you like until we wrap up around 7pm. Whether you're with us for the full day or just a few hours, we’d love to have you be part of it. To help us manage the event smoothly, we are requesting a £20 deposit to secure your stall. This will be fully refunded when you arrive on the day. This is simply to ensure we make the most of our limited space – at our last event, we had several no-shows, which meant others missed out on the opportunity to take part. We’re looking forward to a vibrant and welcoming day filled with creativity and community. If you're interested, please get in touch to reserve your spot!

Menu

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What 519 people are saying

The Countryman Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Dorset

    Best Value

  • Dorset

    Great for brunch

  • Dorset

    Kid-friendly

  • Dorset

    Neighborhood gem

  • Dorset

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Countryman Inn is celebrated for its "fantastic service" and "lovely food" with a welcoming atmosphere. Known for its excellent carvery, the portions are generous and "great value for money." Friendly staff and a cozy, dog-friendly setting make it a must-visit, especially for Sunday roasts.
519 Reviews

  1. Peter

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pretty much a faultless experience with a special mention for the blond lady who looked after us. Her customer service skills were exceptional but
    The Countryman InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Peter, Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear you had a faultless experience. Your kind words about our staff, especially the blond lady, are much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Countryman Inn

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  2. Derek

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly very nice atmosphere very good food Excellent value
    The Countryman InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Derek, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and found value in your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Countryman Inn Team

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  3. Christopher

    Shropshire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another excellent experience at the Countryman fantastic service lovely food and very welcoming. We always try and visit when we are in this area. Well done.
    The Countryman InnResponded on June 8, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you had another excellent experience with us. It's always a pleasure to welcome you back, and we're thrilled that you enjoy our service, food, and atmosphere. We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you again next time you're in the area. Best wishes, The Countryman Team

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  4. D

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very Busy pub, excellent service considering how busy it was, great pub food.
    The Countryman InnResponded on June 1, 2025
    Dear D, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our service and pub food despite the busy atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Countryman Inn

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  5. Rhys

    Dorset1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Over all atmosphere was lovely very welcoming. Food was good for price( although my wife asked for park and got turkey with crackling on her roast) Table service was very slow, we had finished our carvery before drinks arrived to the table. Very minor and am sure a one off, usually a fantastic pub for a Sunday roast. Will be sure to return and hope for the great service we have received previous to recent.
    The Countryman InnResponded on June 1, 2025
    Dear Rhys, Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere and found the food good value. We apologise for the mix-up with your wife's meal and the delay in table service. Your comments are valuable, and we'll address these issues to ensure a better experience next time. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Countryman Inn

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  6. Chris

    Dorset1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Steak was over cooked and had no flavour. Mojito had no alcohol in it.
    The Countryman InnResponded on June 1, 2025
    Dear Chris, Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your steak and mojito did not meet expectations. Your comments will be shared with our kitchen and bar teams to help us improve. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Best regards, The Countryman Inn

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  7. Sandra

    Dorset2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the Sunday carvery, it was a lovely meal with a generous portion of meat, plenty of veg to choose from too. I had a small meal and was completely full up, so good value for money. The staff were lovely and very friendly, so a great experience all round.
    The Countryman InnResponded on June 1, 2025
    Dear Sandra, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our Sunday carvery and found it to be good value for money. It's great to know our staff made your experience even better. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Countryman Inn

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  8. Jim

    Warwickshire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, Good staff, nice place. We will go back again.
    The Countryman InnResponded on May 23, 2025
    Dear Jim, Thank you for your kind words and fantastic rating! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, staff, and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Countryman Inn Team

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  9. Michael

    Dorset8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favourite pub with good food, good value and good friendly service. Thanks to Livvy and Becky (and the bearded young man) for looking after us so well with smiles and chat aplenty! Always a pleasure to visit the Countryman for a meal. Always a pleasure to visit with such lovely staff and good value for money and good food!
    The Countryman InnResponded on May 15, 2025
    Dear Michael, Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a loyal patron of The Countryman Inn. We're delighted to hear that you enjoy our food, value, and friendly service. Livvy, Becky, and our bearded young man will be thrilled to know they made your visit special. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Countryman Inn Team

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  10. Paul

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal. My family and I will be returning.
    The Countryman InnResponded on May 15, 2025
    Dear Paul, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your meal. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Countryman Inn Team

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The Countryman Inn is rated 4.5 stars by 519 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Countryman Inn

East Knighton, Dorchester, ENG DT2 8LL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dorchester
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Massive front and back car parks available
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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