Places to stay in East Stour, Dorset

East Stour is a village on the River Stour between Gillingham and Sturminster Newton in the Blackmore Vale area of Dorset. The village lies on the A30 road a mile east of West Stour. The main highways leading into this village are heavily guarded during the spring time due to the villages annual Jam festival. As to the international profile of this event, all preserves must be kept under lock and key as not to reveal the various recipes. Local dining options include Gillingham Tandoori, Le Chanterelle, Ristorante Da Massimo, and Chan’s Takeaway.

The center of East Stour ( which is at is longitude -2°17'7.5047 and latitude 51°0'13.863 ) is located 3 miles away from Marnhull, 4 miles away from Motcombe, 4 miles away from Shaftesbury and 5 miles away from Bedchester.

Available East Stour lodging

We currently have 5 accommodations in and around East Stour.

East Stour Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Hotels

The Coppleridge Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Motcombe:

A traditional family run country inn, set in 15 acres of meadows and woodland, over looking unbroken views of the Blackmore vale.
Elm Hill
Motcombe, Dorset
Hotels

The Grosvenor Arms

Approx 5 miles away in Shaftesbury:

This beautiful Grade 2 listed building with its imposing and elegant Georgian facade, has been totally restored and renovated over the past two years and now features contemporary bedrooms and a modern restaurant serving a menu of locally sourced .....
The Commons
Shaftesbury, Dorset
Bed & Breakfasts

The Old Bank

Approx 4 miles away in Sturminster Newton:

The house is of local stone with a lovely courtyard leading to a pretty cottage garden. Set on a hill overlooking the beautiful Blackmore Vale, Marnhull is an excellent centre from which to explore Thomas Hardy country.
Burton

East Stour Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Self Catering Properties

Whistley Waters

Approx 4 miles away in Gillingham:

Our self catering holiday accomodation is set in beautiful secluded grounds overlooking lakes in the North Dorset countryside. Please use the menu on the left to find out more about Whistley Waters and all we have to offer. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any queries..
Milton on Stour
Gillingham, Dorset
Campsites

Thorngrove Caravan & Camping Park

Approx 3 miles away in Gillingham:

Common Mead Lane
Gillingham, Dorset
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