Places to stay in Puddletown, Dorset

Puddletown is a village in the River Piddle valley, located 5 miles east of Dorchester. Local dining options include The Blue Vinny, The Pine Lodge Tea Room, Martyrs Inn, and The Wiseman.

Puddletown was featured in the novel Far From the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy.

The center of Puddletown ( which is at is longitude -2°20'53.656 and latitude 50°44'55.345 ) is located 4 miles away from West Stafford, 5 miles away from Moreton, 5 miles away from Dorchester and 5 miles away from Piddletrenthide.

Available Puddletown lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Puddletown.

Puddletown Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of The Sydney Arms, Dorchester
Listing updated 2025
Hotels

The Sydney Arms

Approx 5 miles away in Dorchester:

You’ll feel right at home when you stay with us, whether it’s for a quick stop over for a business trip, a weekend away with friends or a break with the family, The Sydney Arms is the perfect place to relax and refuel.
11 Bridport Road
Dorchester, Dorset
Photograph of The Old Ship Inn, Dorchester
Listing updated 2026
Bed & Breakfasts

The Old Ship Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Dorchester:

The Old Ship Inn boasts outstanding bed and breakfast accommodation in the centre of Dorchester with ample local parking. Our en-suite rooms are bright, modern and clean. All bed and breakfast rooms include free Wi-Fi access plus TV and hot drink making facilities..
16 High West Street
Dorchester, Dorset
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 & Breakfast
Thomas Hardy was born in the neighbouring hamlet of Upper Bockhampton. Hardy’s Cottage is within walking distance from us.
Puddletown, Dorset

Puddletown Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Crossways Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite

Approx 5 miles away in Moreton:

Crossways Club Site is an imaginatively landscaped destination set in the midst of 35 acres of lush woodland - ideal when touring in Dorset.
Moreton, Dorset
Campsites

Warmwell Country Touring Park

Approx 5 miles away in Dorchester:

Warmwell Caravan Park in Dorset is a Holiday Park ideally situated in beautiful Hardy country and not far from the superb beaches of Weymouth..
Warmwell Road
Dorchester, Dorset
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