Places to stay in Bingham's Melcombe, Dorset

Melcombe Horsey is a civil parish in the county of Dorset in South West England. It contains the small settlements of Melcombe Bingham, Bingham's Melcombe and Higher Melcombe, the last being the site of the deserted village of Melcombe Horsey. In the 2011 census the parish had a population of 141. Local restaurants include Restaurant At The Fox Inn, Rivers Arms, Hambro Arms, and The Hambro Arms.

The center of Bingham's Melcombe ( which is at is longitude -2°20'4.9595 and latitude 50°49'5.7720 ) is located 5 miles away from Piddletrenthide, 5 miles away from Winterborne Stickland, 5 miles away from Puddletown and 7 miles away from Cerne Abbas.

Available Bingham's Melcombe lodging

We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Bingham's Melcombe.

Bingham's Melcombe Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of The Poachers Inn, Piddletrenthide
Listing updated 2026
Bed & Breakfasts

The Poachers Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Piddletrenthide:

Beautifully positioned in the little village of Piddletrenthide near Dorchester, The Poachers Inn has something for everyone. From the minute you walk through the door you can experience the traditional yet modern bar and restaurant which serves wonderful food, ales and wine.
The Poachers Inn
Hotels

Plumber Manor

Approx 5 miles away in Sturminster Newton:

Situated in the heart of Thomas Hardy's vale of Little Dairies, Plumber Manor is a comfortable Jacobean Manor house built of local Dorset stone, in a delightful rural setting.
Hazelbury Bryan Road
Bed & Breakfasts

Ilsington Lawn

Approx 5 miles away in Puddletown:

Thomas Hardy was born in the neighbouring hamlet of Upper Bockhampton. Hardy’s Cottage is within walking distance from us.
Puddletown, Dorset

Bingham's Melcombe Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Droop Farm Cottage

Self Catering Property

Approx 5 miles away in Hazelbury Bryan:

Droop
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Bingham's Melcombe

Photograph of Restaurant At The Fox Inn, Ansty
Restaurant At The Fox Inn

Restaurant At The Fox Inn ( Dining / Other ). The Fox Inn at Ansty has recently undergone extensive refurbishment and is now accepting bookings. www.anstyfoxinn.co.uk Link