The Fox Inn in Ansty (Dorset), England

The Fox Inn's restaurant offers a regularly changing menu using seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers. Guests can choose from a Sunday carvery with roast beef cooked two ways, or pizzas served on Friday and Saturday evenings. A selection of local ales from Cerne Abbas brewery and Purbeck Gold cider are available at the bar.

The hotel has 11 en-suite rooms, including superior king rooms with a bath and separate shower. Standard double rooms offer a large bed and a power shower, while some rooms feature dormer windows with sloping ceilings. Each room includes a TV with DVD player, tea and coffee facilities, and complimentary Bramley toiletries.

The Fox Inn is set in the Dorset countryside, a 25-minute drive from Dorchester and Blandford Forum. Nearby attractions include Athelhampton House, Milborne Sports Ground, and Bulbarrow Hill walking paths. A small farm shop opposite the inn sells a booklet of local walking routes called the Ansty Ambler.

The inn is dog-friendly, with several rooms and dining areas that welcome well-behaved dogs. Families can order kids' meals from the restaurant menu, and the garden has outdoor seating for relaxed dining. A full English breakfast is served each morning in the garden room, with a take-out option available for early departures.

The Fox Inn offers multiple private function rooms for weddings, corporate meetings, and large gatherings. The property has exclusive access to garden areas and a private marquee for events. Versatile spaces accommodate both intimate parties and larger celebrations, with a dedicated events team.

Dining: Seasonal farm-to-fork menu and Sunday carvery

Rooms: 11 en-suite rooms, including superior king with bath and separate shower

Location: Dorset countryside near Bulbarrow Hill and Athelhampton House

Pet-friendly: Dog-friendly rooms and dining areas

Events: Private function rooms and garden marquee for weddings

Brewery: Local ales from Cerne Abbas brewery and Purbeck Gold cider