Places to stay in Charminster, Dorset
Charminster is a village and civil parish in west Dorset, situated on the River Cerne and A352 road 1 mile (1.6 km) north of the county town Dorchester. In the 2011 census the parish had a population of 2,940 and also contains the hamlet of Charlton Down. Places to eat in the region include The Gamekeeper Dining And Ale House, Sun Inn, The Engine Room Restaurant, and Olive Et Al.
The center of Charminster ( which is at is longitude -2°27'29.130 and latitude 50°43'57.712 ) is located 2 miles away from Dorchester, 3 miles away from Godmanstone, 4 miles away from West Stafford and 4 miles away from Winterbourne Steepleton.
Available Charminster lodging
We currently have 5 accommodations in and around Charminster.
Charminster Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses
The Sydney Arms
Approx 2 miles away in Dorchester:
The Old Ship Inn
Approx 2 miles away in Dorchester:
The Poachers Inn
Approx 5 miles away in Piddletrenthide:
Little Court
Three Compasses
Charminster Camping, Caravans, Self Catering
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Charminster
La Caverna ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 57 Icen Way, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Charminster. For over 20 years we have been serving delicious, freshly made Italian food in the historical town of Dorchester.
www.lacaverna.co.uk 
The Saxon Arms ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 20 The Square, Stratton, 2 miles from the center of Charminster. The Saxon Arms is a beautiful thatched flint-stone pub, set in the rural pretty village of Stratton, in West Dorset.
Run by landlord and landlady Rod and Janette Lamont – who have over 40 years experience in the trade – and supported by a loyal and well-trained staff team, it has long established itself as the hub of the local community and one of the best dining pubs in the county.
www.thesaxon-stratton.co.uk
The King and Thai Restaurant ( Dining / Thai ). Located at 35 Great Western Road, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Charminster. The restaurant was inspired by the classic film "The King and I," which tells the story of ANNA, a widow, and her son who travel to Bangkok where she is assigned as a teacher to KING MONGKUT's children and TUPTIM.
thekingandithai.com
Napper's Mite Restaurant ( Dining / Coffee shop / Tea ). Located at 19 South Street, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Charminster. Napper's Mite is a Restaurant and Coffee Shop based in Dorchester. One of the few old building still to be seen in South Street, Dorchester, is Napper's Mite, a former almshouse, now a Restaurant and Coffee Shop.
www.nappersmite.co.uk
Brewhouse and Kitchen ( Dining
/ Winery / Brewery ). Located at 17 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Charminster. Brewhouse & Kitchen is the perfect place to eat and enjoy freshly brewed, hyper local, award-winning craft beers in Dorchester.
Join us for lunch, dinner, a buffet meal, or for what we believe is the best Sunday Roast in Dorchester (perfect with a Proper Pint)
www.brewhouseandkitchen.com
Pizza Express ( Dining / Pizza ). Located at 25 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Charminster. Join us in the historic market town of Dorchester, not far from the thriving Brewery Square shopping centre. Whether you’ve been hitting the shops, exploring the ancient Roman ruins moments from the high street, or come straight from the seaside (a mere 15 minutes away), our friendly staff, cosy booth seating, lively open kitchen and delicious menu will be waiting to welcome you. There’s also outdoor seating if you prefer. You’ll find Dorchester South and West stations within 5 minutes’ walk, a local bus stop just down the road and ample parking opposite the restaurant.
www.pizzaexpress.com