About The Talbot
Once a busy coaching inn on the fringe of Blackmore Vale, today The Talbot is a popular village pub offering lodgings and dining. The property is just a 15-minute drive from Shaftesbury.
Guests can pick from six private rooms, most of which feature an en-suite bathroom, although some require the use of shared facilities. A TV and tea and coffee-making facilities are included in all, and one room includes a balcony. A family suite can also be booked.
On-site car parking is provided. Guests can sit and relax in the courtyard or enjoy the regularly scheduled live music.
The pub restaurant offers a menu of British favourites, while the bar features a cosy fireplace and extensive drink options. Breakfast is served daily, with an in-room breakfast hamper available for early-leavers.
The Talbot is a five-minute walk from the historic St. Mary’s Church, and five minutes’ drive from Hod Hill and Hambledon Hill, both popular sites with local hikers and ramblers.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Approachable staff, beautiful location
Guests find the staff to be polite, cordial and approachable. They always welcome the guests with a warm smile and are ready to help them at all times. They have a good knowledge of the local area and also help the guests in identifying the must-see destinations. Guests are impressed with the beautiful rural setting of the hotel. They loved the serene Dorset countryside. They find that this hotel is an ideal base to explore the local attractions like Tank Museum and the Jurassic Coast.
positive:
Good food and a vibrant pub
Guests loved the fantastic breakfast and also the complimentary shortbread biscuits. The meals offered in the pub are also fabulous. They cater to individual dietary requirements of the visitors. Most of them loved the flavourful risotto and the appetising roast lunch. The children's menu was also a hit. They loved the lively decor of the pub with good background music. The rates are also reasonable. But above all, food is always served with a smile.
positive:
Clean, cosy rooms
The nicely decorated, clean rooms with comfortable beds contributed to a good night's sleep. The greatest attraction was the four-poster beds. Guests appreciated the large bathrooms with high-end toiletries, the beautiful, fluffy towels and the lovely crisp white bathrobes. They also loved the picturesque views from the balcony.