Places to stay in Buckland Newton, Dorset

Buckland Newton is a village and civil parish in Dorset. It is situated beneath the scarp slope of the Dorset Downs, 7+1⁄2 miles (12.1 km) south of Sherborne. The village covers around 6000 acres. Approximately three quarters of the parish lies within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Local restaurants include Gaggle Of Geese, The Hutners Moon, The Giant Inn, and The New Inn.

The village lies within the Buckland Newton Hundred. Amenities in the village include a pub (The Gaggle of Geese), shop, primary school and village hall.

The center of Buckland Newton ( which is at is longitude -2°26'35.959 and latitude 50°50'39.282 ) is located 3 miles away from Cerne Abbas, 4 miles away from Piddletrenthide, 4 miles away from Holnest and 6 miles away from Godmanstone.

Available Buckland Newton lodging

We currently have 8 accommodations in and around Buckland Newton.

Buckland Newton Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

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

The Poachers Inn

Approx 4 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
Bed & Breakfasts

Whiteways Farmhouse

Bookham
Bed & Breakfasts

Kingsmead

Approx 4 miles away in Piddletrenthide:

Bed & Breakfasts

Berkley Farmhouse

Approx 4 miles away in Sherborne:

Holnest
Sherborne, Dorset

Buckland Newton Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Lyons Gate Caravan & Camping Park

Approx 2 miles away in Cerne Abbas:

Lyons Gate caravan, camping and country park is a friendly run holiday park which is set in the beautiful county of Dorset. A peacefully tranquil modern park and yet only a 30 minute drive to the coast. The park is fully equiped with excellent .....
Lyons Gate
Cerne Abbas, Dorset
Campsites

Giants Head Caravan & Camping Park

Approx 4 miles away in Cerne Abbas:

A peaceful, rural park with exceptional views of Dorset Downs and Blackmore Vale. We are situated near the ancient village of Cerne Abbas, high above the steep hillside where the 180 foot high figure of the Cerne man is carved into the hillside..
Old Sherbourne Road
Cerne Abbas, Dorset
Self Catering Properties

Droop Farm Cottage

Approx 5 miles away in Hazelbury Bryan:

Droop
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