Places to stay in Minterne Magna, Dorset

Minterne Magna is a village and civil parish in Dorset, situated midway between Dorchester and Sherborne. In the 2011 census the parish had a population of 184. The village is sited near the source of the River Cerne among the chalk hills of the Dorset Downs. Some of the highest points in Dorset, including Telegraph Hill (267 m) and Dogbury Hill (248 m), are nearby. Local restaurants include The Hutners Moon, The New Inn, The Giant Inn, and Gaggle Of Geese.

The center of Minterne Magna ( which is at is longitude -2°29'5.4456 and latitude 50°50'14.305 ) is located 2 miles away from Cerne Abbas, 4 miles away from Holnest, 4 miles away from Piddletrenthide and 5 miles away from Chetnole.

Available Minterne Magna lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Minterne Magna.

Minterne Magna Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Bed & Breakfasts

Tulip Tree

Approx 4 miles away in Holnest:

Tulip Tree Cottage is a period terraced property, originally part of the estate buildings of a country house. Situated in a rural location in Dorset, but only five miles from the historic abbey town of Sherborne, the house is within quarter of a .....
Tulip Tree Cottage
Holnest, Dorset
Bed & Breakfasts

Kingsmead

Approx 4 miles away in Piddletrenthide:

Bed & Breakfasts

Almshouse Farm

Approx 2 miles away in Sherborne:

Hermitage
Sherborne, Dorset

Minterne Magna Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Photograph of Lyons Gate Caravan & Camping Park, Cerne Abbas
Listing updated 2024
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 3 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
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Clay Pigeon Caravan Park

Approx 4 miles away in Evershot:

Sited on Wardon Hill just off the A37 in the heart of the beautiful Dorset countryside, Clay Pigeon Caravan Park has been newly redeveloped to a very high standard, and is offering large plots for both single and twin unit holiday homes.
Wardon Hill
Evershot, Dorset
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Minterne Magna

The New Inn ( Dining / Other ). Located at 14 Long Street, Cerne Abbas, 2 miles from the center of Minterne Magna. Charming 16th century coaching inn stands in the centre of Cerne Abbas which can be best described as one of the most beautiful villages in England.The building is steeped in history and much of the original features are still apparent. Jeremy and Vanessa Lee took over the property in June 2009 and have worked tirelessly to place it on the culinary map of Dorset. Jeremy’s CV includes time as an Inspector for the iconic Michelin Guide.