We Love —
- Escape to the countryside in this charming Shaftesbury Inn, where rolling green fields and romantic walks beckon you.
- The Fontmell offers elegant spaces and rich character that exudes Dorset charm.
- Dine on freshly prepared cuisine at the pub after a brisk walk through the downs - this countryside inn is certainly not to be missed.
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Your Destination —
Dorset is host to an abundance of amazing areas to visit – from the beautiful New Forest to picturesque seaside towns. Sample fresh seafood in quaint villages or enjoy a brisk walk along through the verdant Melbury Downs. The beautiful historic market town of Shaftesbury in Dorset is perched high on a hill overlooking the Blackmore Vale – truly one of the most scenic locations for a country holiday in England. On sunny days, the panoramic views from Park Walk and Castle Hill can be spectacular. Gold Hill boasts Shaftesury's most famous view.
It is no surprise that the esteemed English author Thomas Hardy was inspired by the picturesque streets and houses of Shaftesbury and so immortalised them in his work. You too will feel enlightened and inspired by the beauty and charm of Shaftesbury. Wherever you choose to spend your leisure time in Dorset, you’ll be blown away by its breathtaking natural beauty.
Inland Dorset is Thomas Hardy country, with landscapes right out of his novels. You can still visit his birthplace and his later home, Max Gate, but the essence of Hardy is found in the surrounding countryside that inspired his semi-fictional Wessex. This walk takes you through the Downs in which his novels of the Blackmore Vale are set, featuring far-reaching views and an ancient landscape.
The Fontmell —
The Fontmell is a quaint and intimate country inn with six individually and beautifully styled bedrooms, a fine-dining restaurant crafting fresh local ingredients into delectable and tempting creations, plus a cosy bar packed with local ales and the sounds of the village brook bubbling yonder, The Fontmell is simply bursting with Shaftesbury charm.
The pub extends over Collier's Book, Fontmell Magna's village stream, which flows between the bar and the dining room. In the peak of a warm season, the windows open up over a babbling brook to create an idyllic environment in which to eat and relax.
- 6 Rooms
- Free WIFI
- Free Parking
- Restaurant
- Bar / Lounge
Some services may incur additional charges, payable locally.
Your Room —
This offer is based on a Standard Room.
Sleeps up to
All bedrooms are en suite with walk-in showers while some rooms have a separate bath. The rooms have goose down duvets and pillows atop crisp cotton sheets, ensuring your stay is one of peace and rest.
Your Board Basis —
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay.
The Fontmell receives daily deliveries of fresh fish from Brixham, meat from Somerset and Wiltshire if not from a small-holder within the village, and fresh fruit and veg are always sourced locally.
Your Time —
The nearby Melbury Downs is an area known for being one of the most beautiful areas for a walk in Dorset.
The Melbury Downs is a 3 1/3 mile walk, perfect for a brisk morning walk or a slow afternoon meander. With a day's notice, the Fontmell is pleased to offer its guests packed lunches for these walks. The colours, dramatic vistas, evocative scents and sounds of the Melbury Downs will enchant you and its peace will stay with you long after you return to everyday life.
Your Journey to The Fontmell —
Transport is not included in this offer.
Address
Fontmell Magna
Dorset
SP7 0PA
