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The Fox Inn

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Lower Ansty, Dorchester, England, DT2 7PN
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, Poole Harbour
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Dorchester

The Fox Inn places you 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Shillingstone Railway Project. This 12-room, 3-star inn has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Corfe Castle - 46 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 50 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • Durdle Door - 57 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 57 min drive - 27.3 miles

Getting around

  • Upwey Station - 31 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Blue Vinny - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Martyrs Inn - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Antelope Inn Pidney - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Fox Inn

The Fox Inn features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a garden, and wedding services.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Fox Inn Dorchester
Fox Dorchester
The Fox Inn Inn
The Fox Inn Dorchester
The Fox Inn Inn Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Fox Inn?

This inn is located in Dorchester, close to Cerne Abbas Giant, Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum, and Badger Watch Dorset. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.

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

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fox Inn on Jun 21, 2026 start from $147, including 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.

Is there parking available at The Fox Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Fox Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, The Fox Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Fox Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about The Fox Inn?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a garden view and premium bedding.

Are there hot tubs at The Fox Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Fox Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Fox Inn serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at The Fox Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Fox Inn?

The closest major airport to The Fox Inn is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 29 mi away (70 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Fox Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Fox Inn.

Does The Fox Inn host weddings?

There are wedding services available at The Fox Inn if that's in your vacation plans.

The Fox Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 275 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Takahito

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet stay, really nice room, delightful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & friendly with good food and a nice bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice break away in a friendly well kept inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
super venue, great food, great rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Stunning Location

A great location, really well presented rooms with all mod cons, comfy bed, lovey welcome gift of homemade biscuits and fudge. Delicious breakfast, polite and helpful staff. I would highly recommend this pub/ restaurant/country hotel. Stunning location close to many interesting places in Dorset.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

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

Great place

Just an overnight stop but the staff were welcoming, the room was excellent as was the food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Reception staff very welcoming, room comfortable and spotlessly clean. Good varied menu in restaurant and excellent breakfast. Lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great room recently fitted out Friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite remote setting, but this was our third visit and we will be back again for a short stay. Always very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little find in the middle of nowhere. Good food, bar and open fire. Spot on.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Fox Inn is a beautiful, well maintained property. Our room was spotless and very comfortable on the top floor. We found the staff to be helpful and friendly and both dinner and the two breakfasts we had were well cooked and delicious. A car is essential for travelling as the inn is situated in a very rural area, but there are country walks that can be taken from the inn itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very happy to recommend The Fox. The room was clean comfortable and very nicely furnished. The evening meal was very good match by great service from George the waiter. Breakfast was okay. Scarlett was outstanding, welcoming, efficient and friendly. My one issue was the temperature of the room as the accommodations heating hadn't been switched on despite the colder weather. I was offered additional blankets by Scarlet who did her best to help.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

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

Friendly & relaxing

Needed to get away to de-stress. So glad we picked The Fox Inn , surrounded by beautiful countryside, rooms very comfortable, I loved the window seat. Phoebe and Brannon were great, nothing too much trouble and we loved our chats and banter every time we saw them, definitely made our stay even more enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very enjoyable stay but could do with a bit more detail in rooms. Such as phone charging points and not using extension cables to plug in TV etc. That said would certainly stay again and would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanna

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

Comfortable quiet country pub great for a recharge

The Fox was situated in a very pretty and quiet area. The room was well kept and the bed very comfortable. The food was delicious and served at a very relaxed pace. The staff listened to feedback and gave great service. A perfect place for a rest and recharge. I would have like to have seen bottled water anda box of tissues in the room for an extra touch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

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

One night stay

Stayed for dinner, was pretty poor, both chicken burger and beef burger overcooked and dry. Starters too small and Mains to big. Breakfast nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Fox were extremely friendly. The Room was a good size and bed comfortable however one of our rooms had very steep eaves which restricted movement without leaning over. The food was good standard pub food, as was the breakfast, without hitting any heights, hence 4 stars, but service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
My room was superb. Nice size and a big comfortable bed. Very quiet location. However, I was let down the following morning as the chef failed to show up on time to cook breakfast. Upon check in I was asked what time I wanted breakfast. I went for 8am as I had attended for specific plans the following day. After ordering breakfast at 8, I was told 10 mins later that the chef was late and was only just starting to prep for breakfast. Consequently, I didn't receive my breakfast as I needed to leave. I would have given this place a glowing recommendation had I received the bed & breakfast I paid for but I only received the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Penelope

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice PLace

Very pleasant place to stay with friendly bar atmosphere and adjacent restaurant. Booked 4 rooms which were spacious. Food very reasonably priced and had a relaxing evening. Had a slight issue with breakfast not starting early enough for us and a misunderstanding with the staff about leaving out cereals. The management were very apologetic and compensated us for their error. We will not let this stop us from returning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very comfortable room although it had a sloping ceiling and banged my head numerous times! Did not detract from the comfort of the room and i would use the Fox inn again and defiantly recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really friendly and helpful staff. Food was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kingsley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent dinner too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nigel

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

Good place for a weekend

Great place for a break, not so good for business. Breakfast started at 8.30
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021