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Welcome to West Dorset

Anthony Egerton tony@camrawdorset.org.uk http://www.camrawdorset.org.uk Branch magazines

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West Dorset
West Dorset

West Dorset

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Weymouth

Dorchester

Bridport

Portland

Lyme Regis

Sherborne

West Bay

Chickerell

Pubs & Clubs

Explore the best pubs and clubs in our branch. Find your next favourite spot for exceptional real ale and unforgettable atmospheres.

From historic pubs to local members’ clubs, discover the heart of the branch's community social scene.

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(Key). Published on 04-06-2022
Closed • Opens at Noon
Ilchester Arms
Dorset Leisure Pub, in Abbotsbury
1 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 04-06-2022
Closed • Opens at 11:00am
Swan Inn
Independent Pub, in Abbotsbury
1 Regular Beer
(Key). Published on 04-08-2021
Closed • Opens at Noon
Fox Inn
Independent Pub, in Ansty
2 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 09-09-2021
Closed • Opens at Noon
Spyway Inn
Independent Pub, in Askerswell
1 Regular, 1 Changing Beers
(Key). Published on 30-05-2025
Closed • Opens at Noon
Greyhound
Palmers Brewery Pub, in Beaminster
3 Regular, 2 Changing Beers

Breweries

Embark on a journey through the local breweries that are the backbone of our branch's ale heritage.

Discover small-batch artisans and historic establishments crafting exceptional real ale, cider, and perry.

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Piddle
Unit 24, Enterprise Park, Piddlehinton, Dorchester, DT2 7UA
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Gyle 59
The Brewery, Sadborow Estate Yard, Thorncombe, TA20 4PW
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Brewhouse & Kitchen (Dorchester)
17 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 1QY
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Bully Brews
Unit F4, Duck Farm Workshops, Puddletown, Dorchester, DT2 8QL
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Palmers Brewery
Palmers
The Old Brewery, West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4JA
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The village of Upper Basildon, Berkshire raised a staggering £450,000 to help new owners buy its local, the Red Lion, from pubco Stonegate. The community raised the astonishing amount in just weeks to support new owners John Hunter and Annabel Cochrane (pictured) in their quest to bring the last pub in the village back to life.

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