Places to stay in Dewlish, Dorset

Dewlish is a village in West Dorset located about seven miles north-east of Dorchester. It is sited in the valley of the small Devil's Brook, amongst the chalk hills of the Dorset Downs. The surrounding area is part of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Places to eat in the region include Rivers Arms, The Royal Oak, Pizza Pronto, and The Blue Vinny.

In the nineteenth century the remains of two prehistoric mammoths were found in the hillside above the village; two of the tusks were taken to the county museum at Dorchester. There was once a Roman villa on the site of Dewlish, and in 1740 a Roman tessellated pavement was discovered in the village.

The center of Dewlish ( which is at is longitude -2°19'15.128 and latitude 50°46'59.739 ) is located 3 miles away from Puddletown, 5 miles away from Piddletrenthide, 5 miles away from Bere Regis and 6 miles away from Winterborne Stickland.

Available Dewlish lodging

We currently have 3 accommodations in and around Dewlish.

Dewlish Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

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

Piddletrenthide, Dorset

Hotels

Royal Oak Hotel

Approx 5 miles away in Bere Regis:

The Royal Oak is a recently refurbished Grade II listed 16th century Coaching Inn in the picturesque village of Bere Regis perfectly situated for exploring the Isle of Purbeck and the Jurassic Coast. Located centraly to some of the south coasts most beautiful scenery and popular attractions..

West Street

Bere Regis, Dorset

Bed & Breakfasts

Muston Manor

Approx 4 miles away in Piddlehinton:

MUSTON MANOR is a charming 17th century Manor House built by the Churchill family and remaining in their ownership until bought by the present owners, Mr & Mrs Barry Paine, some 25 years ago..

Muston Manor

Piddlehinton, Dorset

Dewlish Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

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Other useful links:

• Dewlish, Dorset on Wikipedia