The Charlton Inn - Blandford Forum

Award-winning local ales and pet-friendly countryside inn in Blandford Forum

On-Site Pub and Dining

The Charlton Inn operates an on-site pub that serves a rotating selection of local craft beers, including award-winning Badger and Outland ales. Guests can dine al fresco in a scenic garden area overlooking the Dorset countryside, with options such as Sunday roasts and homemade desserts. The pub also caters to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets, with a menu that includes a Poacher's pie and a Brie and Bacon Baguette.

Accommodations and Guest Rooms

Six en-suite guest rooms are located in a separate block behind the pub garden, each offering a private bathroom, tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and a TV. The Charlton Inn Blandford provides family rooms, standard double rooms, and twin rooms, with some rooms including a fridge stocked with complimentary milk and bottled water. Accessible facilities include ground floor rooms for guests with mobility issues.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The Charlton Inn Blandford Forum offers pet-friendly accommodations with no extra charge for pets, allowing dogs in both the rooms and the pub. Dogs are permitted in the beer garden and inside the bar area, though not seated at tables where food is served. This policy makes the inn a convenient stop for travelers with dogs visiting local attractions like Monkey World or the Bovington Tank Museum.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Located on the main A350 road in the village of Charlton Marshall, the Charlton Inn Dorset provides easy access to Blandford Forum and nearby towns. Poole Harbour and Monkey World are 12 miles away, while the Bovington Tank Museum, Corfe Castle, and Bournemouth International Centre are within 16 miles. Bournemouth Airport is 15 miles from the property, making it a practical base for exploring the Dorset countryside and coastline.

Guest Services and Flexibility

The Charlton Inn offers a personalized service experience with a strong sense of community, including flexibility of check-in policies to cater to varying guest needs. Free on-site parking is available, and the inn provides free WiFi throughout the property. During winter, open fires in the pub create a warm setting, and the separate accommodation block ensures quiet rooms away from the pub.

• Pub: On-site pub with rotating local craft beers (Badger & Outland ales)
• Dining: Al fresco garden dining with Sunday roasts and homemade desserts
• Rooms: Six en-suite guest rooms with separate block for quiet stays
• Pet-Friendly: No extra charge for pets, dogs allowed in bar and garden
• Location: A350 main road, 12 miles from Monkey World and Bovington Tank Museum
• Accessibility: Ground floor rooms available for mobility needs