The Crown Hotel - Blandford Forum

Historic inn on the River Stour in Blandford Forum with a gastro restaurant and 200-seat function suite

History & Location

The Crown Hotel has stood on this site since the 1300s, making it one of the oldest inns in Dorset. The hotel sits on the edge of Blandford Forum, with views of the River Stour's water meadows and the town. Nearby attractions include Lulworth Cove's pebble beach, Corfe Castle, and The Rec Adventure Park.

Dining & Bar

The Crown Hotel operates a gastro-style restaurant and a stylish, upmarket bar serving local ales from Hall and Woodhouse and a variety of cocktails. The on-site gastropub offers traditional and modern dishes, with standout items like steak and Tanglefoot pie and lamb rump. Guests receive a complimentary drink on arrival - a voucher found in the room for a glass of Prosecco or half a beer.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at the Crown Blandford are en suite and feature theme decor inspired by local literary figures, with some rooms including copper roll-top baths and four-poster beds. All rooms provide tea and coffee with high-quality coffee bags, biscuits, and two small bottles of water. The hotel offers free parking with barrier code and free WiFi throughout the property.

Events & Functions

The Crown Hotel Blandford Forum has a private function suite with beautiful gardens, capable of hosting events for up to 200 guests. The Sealy Suite is available for wedding receptions, with a dedicated wedding coordinator and options for string quartets, canapés, and Saxophonists. Meeting rooms are also on site for business gatherings.

Pet-Friendly & Family

The Crown Hotel Blandford is dog-friendly, providing a welcome box with treats upon arrival and even offering a sausage at breakfast for well-behaved dogs. Families can use the children's menu in the restaurant and the outdoor garden with ample seating. The hotel also has facilities for disabled guests, including accessible toilets and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

• History: Inn on site since the 1300s with original character
• Location: Blandford Forum edge, River Stour water meadows views
• Dining: Gastro restaurant plus upmarket bar with Hall & Woodhouse ales
• Rooms: Themed rooms inspired by local literary figures, copper roll-top baths
• Events: Private function suite with gardens for 200 guests, Sealy Suite for weddings
• Pet Policy: Welcome box for dogs, sausage at breakfast for dogs