The Anvil Inn

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden and a bar at The Anvil Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
The current price is ฿2,406
฿2,887 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two pillows, a nightstand, and two towels.

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling light, a window with curtains, and a door.

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a radiator, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted picture frames.

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, a mirror, and a floral painting on the wall.

Double Room, Ensuite (Large Double)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a grey blanket, two pillows, and a bedside table with a clock and a bottle.

Economy Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet
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About the area

Blandford Forum is home to The Anvil Inn. Shillingstone Railway Project and White Mill are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Blandford Leisure Centre and Larmer Tree Gardens. Skirmish Dorset and Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Blandford Forum travel guide
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Salisbury Road, Pimperne, Blandford Forum, England, DT11 8UQ

What's nearby

  • A stone bridge over a calm lake, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a classical building in the background.
    Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A ferry docked at a pier with other boats.
    Poole Harbour
    35 min drive - 30.9 km
  • A serene forest with a calm river reflecting the trees.
    New Forest National Park
    44 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument with large standing stones arranged in a circular layout.
    Stonehenge
    53 min drive - 60.9 km
  • A camel in a grassy field with other camels in the background.
    Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
    58 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Wareham Station
    24 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Reeve the Baker
    4 min drive
  • The Cricketers
    9 min drive
  • The Happy Farmer Cafe
    9 min drive
  • The True Lovers Knot
    7 min drive
  • The Talbot
    10 min drive

About this property

The Anvil Inn

  • Property highlights
  • Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden and a bar at The Anvil Inn. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Anvil Inn have amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Frequently asked questions

Is The Anvil Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Anvil Inn?

As of 1 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Anvil Inn on 1 Nov 2026 start from ฿2,406, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Anvil Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Anvil Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Anvil Inn?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Anvil Inn located?

Situated in Blandford Forum, this inn is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and within 3 miles (5 km) of Royal Signals Museum and Ashley Wood Golf Club. Blandford Forum Town Museum and Dorset National Landscape are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Anvil Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 156 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was beautifully kept, the staff were super helpful and the room was really clean and well maintained. Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night en route to Kingston Lacy. We were very impressed by the comfortable room and the welcoming staff. All the details were just right. The breakfast was also very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming and very helpful on our arrival. The bedroom and rest of the Anvil was always clean and tidy and parking was ample with clear and easy access. The evening food menu needed more variety and the cooked breakfasts were over-cooked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, adequate parking, staff very friendly and helpful, food is very nice with a good choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Room had all the amenities expected. With comfortable bed and thick towels. Only problem encountered were the very steep and curved stairs but in such a lovely place this is to be expected
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed a couple of nights whilst at a local festival. My room was clean and cosy, the room was quiet, and the mattress was very comfortable. Carl and his team made me feel very welcome. Would definitely return. Many thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place! The staff is so friendly and both the beer and the food are great! The atmosphere is unique due to the age of the building and I appreciate its quirkiness. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice old inn, but in need of a bit of TLC. However understand their situation in this current economic climate. Very friendly staff & local clientele. Reasonable food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Our room was comfortable, clean and cosy. The Staff couldn’t do enough to make our stay a pleasant experience. Food was great and varied. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, room was ok. Everything you needed, everything worked. My only comment would be how hot the room (3) was. Absolutely stifling, quite possibly above the kitchen. Could feel the heat coming through the floor. It was only around 20C during the previous afternoon. I can only imagine how it would be on a hotter day. Breakfast was nice and the staff were great. It's a lovely hotel in a lovely village.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay has been very positive. Check‑in was friendly, welcoming, and informative, which set a great tone from the start. My room is cosy, clean, and comfortable, and I’ve had a peaceful night’s sleep. The Wi‑Fi works well, and the free parking is really convenient. The location is good too, making everything easy and stress‑free. Overall, I’m very happy with my experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
The room needed a deep clean - this is an old property so it’s always going to be a challenge to keep things looking at their best, but there were areas that looked as if they hadn’t been touched in months (towel rail, tiles, pictures etc). The staff at check in were great, but I was a bit concerned (as a woman travelling on my own) that a side door at the bottom of the stairs would always be kept open, but after they all gone home, everywhere else is locked. I got the impression that there were no staff in the pub overnight. Dinner was a reasonable price (2 courses for £20) but the burger bun had been microwaved so was inedible. Breakfast was absolutely delicious though - I had eggs royale with lovely smoked salmon and perfectly poached eggs. All in all, an OK stay with a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great find, in a great location to explore the local area, staff, room / breakfast very good. Only thing to improve is the bar pricing, thought £6.70 a little excessive for a pint of local lager.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint old pub. Lively atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at a great place. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
this place was good for 1 night only; the food left lots to be desired, The evening meal was very disappointing. The breakfast was dreadful; the eggs were so overcooked they were crisp on the bottom and all around the edges. The staff were somewhat laid-back. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great pub, excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were lovely and welcoming. Nothing was a problem and the entire vibe was just lush and wholesome. ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean, comfortable with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value out of season.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely 17th century Hotel/pub

Very clean 17th Century Hotel. Staff very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent out of season value
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant homely pub

Lovely old pub which was a good stop over for the night. Breakfast nice and hot with limited selection but filling. Friendly welcome at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old coaching in less than 2 miles away from GDSF.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022