Places to stay in Stinsford, Dorset
Stinsford is a village in south west Dorset lying just a short distance east of Dorchester off the A35 and near to Lower Bockhampton and Kingston Maurward Agricultural College. Local restaurants include Yalbury Cottage Restaurant, The Wiseman, Quality Fish & Chips, and Trumpet Major.
The local churchyard contains the grave of Poet Laureate Cecil Day Lewis, as well as the burial place of the heart of famed Dorset novelist Thomas Hardy.
The center of Stinsford ( which is at is longitude -2°24'36.539 and latitude 50°43'6.8879 ) is located 2 miles away from Dorchester, 2 miles away from West Stafford, 3 miles away from Charminster and 4 miles away from Puddletown.
Available Stinsford lodging
We currently have 7 accommodations in and around Stinsford.
Stinsford Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses
The Sydney Arms
Approx 2 miles away in Dorchester:
The Old Ship Inn
Approx 2 miles away in Dorchester:
Aquila Heights Guest House
Approx 3 miles away in Dorchester:
Stinsford Camping, Caravans, Self Catering
Crossways Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
Approx 5 miles away in Moreton:
Eweleaze Farm
Approx 5 miles away in Osmington:
Warmwell Country Touring Park
Approx 5 miles away in Dorchester:
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Stinsford
Yalbury Cottage Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Yalbury Cottage is a wonderful, cosy Dorset hotel with a friendly atmosphere and wonderful views. Stay and relax in our lovely rooms, enjoy a superb freshly cooked breakfast and dine in our award winning restaurant.
Small bespoke weddings and parties are a speciality and we offer a great alternative venue for private business meetings with easy and ample parking.
www.yalburycottage.com 
The King and Thai Restaurant ( Dining / Thai ). Located at 35 Great Western Road, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Stinsford. The restaurant was inspired by the classic film "The King and I," which tells the story of ANNA, a widow, and her son who travel to Bangkok where she is assigned as a teacher to KING MONGKUT's children and TUPTIM.
thekingandithai.com
Brewhouse and Kitchen ( Dining
/ Winery / Brewery ). Located at 17 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Stinsford. Brewhouse & Kitchen is the perfect place to eat and enjoy freshly brewed, hyper local, award-winning craft beers in Dorchester.
Join us for lunch, dinner, a buffet meal, or for what we believe is the best Sunday Roast in Dorchester (perfect with a Proper Pint)
www.brewhouseandkitchen.com
Napper's Mite Restaurant ( Dining / Coffee shop / Tea ). Located at 19 South Street, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Stinsford. Napper's Mite is a Restaurant and Coffee Shop based in Dorchester. One of the few old building still to be seen in South Street, Dorchester, is Napper's Mite, a former almshouse, now a Restaurant and Coffee Shop.
www.nappersmite.co.uk
Pizza Express ( Dining / Pizza ). Located at 25 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Stinsford. Join us in the historic market town of Dorchester, not far from the thriving Brewery Square shopping centre. Whether you’ve been hitting the shops, exploring the ancient Roman ruins moments from the high street, or come straight from the seaside (a mere 15 minutes away), our friendly staff, cosy booth seating, lively open kitchen and delicious menu will be waiting to welcome you. There’s also outdoor seating if you prefer. You’ll find Dorchester South and West stations within 5 minutes’ walk, a local bus stop just down the road and ample parking opposite the restaurant.
www.pizzaexpress.com
Sienna ( / Modern European ). Located at 36 High West Street, Dorchester, 2 miles from the center of Stinsford. Modern British food, fresh seasonal ingredients, fine wines & friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere.
www.siennarestaurant.co.uk