Places to stay in Mappowder, Dorset

Mappowder is a village and civil parish in the county of Dorset in southern England. The parish lies approximately 9 miles (14 km) southeast of the town of Sherborne and covers about 1,900 acres (770 hectares) at an elevation of 75 to 160 metres (250 to 520 feet). It is sited on Corallian limestone soil at the southern edge of the Blackmore Vale, close to the northern scarp face of the Dorset Downs. In the 2011 census the parish had 71 dwellings, 69 households and a population of 166. Places to eat in the region include Restaurant At The Fox Inn, Gaggle Of Geese, The Hutners Moon, and The European Inn.

The center of Mappowder ( which is at is longitude -2°22'39.380 and latitude 50°51'19.332 ) is located 5 miles away from Piddletrenthide, 6 miles away from Holnest, 6 miles away from Cerne Abbas and 6 miles away from Sturminster Newton.

Available Mappowder lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Mappowder.

Mappowder 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
Bed & Breakfasts

Whiteways Farmhouse

Approx 3 miles away in Buckland Newton:

Bookham
Hotels

Holyleas House

Approx 4 miles away in Buckland Newton:

Mappowder Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Lyons Gate Caravan & Camping Park

Approx 5 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 5 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 2 miles away in Hazelbury Bryan:

Droop
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