+44 (0) 1935 83 228
Contact
Covid-19 Update
Book
Skip to main content
  • Explore The Acorn Inn
      • Explore our story
      • Reasons to love The Acorn Inn
      • Our partners & suppliers
      • Image gallery
      • Sustainability
      • Awards & accolades
      • Careers
      • In the Press
      • The Red Carnation Hotel Collection
      • Families
      • Pets
      • Meet our team
      • Accessibility
      • Covid-19 FAQs
      • Frequently asked questions
  • Rooms & suites
      • Rooms
      • Evershot Suite
  • Offer & Gifts
      • Offers
      • Gifts
  • Experiences
      • Discover all activities
      • Falconry
      • Country pursuits
      • Family experiences
      • Unique local experiences
      • Local gardens
      • Local towns
      • Local beaches
      • Creative experiences
      • Culinary experiences
  • Dining
      • Dining & drinks
      • The Restaurant & Bar
      • Bouchard Finlayson
  • Location
      • Location & directions
      • Thomas Hardy country
      • Local towns
      • Local gardens
      • Local beaches
  • Activities
  • Wellness
  • Discover
Twelve Apostles Exterior

At the very tip of Africa

Poised above the Atlantic Ocean and flanked by the majestic Twelve Apostles Mountain range and Table Mountain National Park.

The Crown Club

The Crown Club at The Old Government House Hotel is the most stylish and relaxing rendezvous in all of Guernsey - the perfect spot to enjoy the company of friends and colleagues over a few drinks and a light meal. Created from the original 18th century Old Crown Offices it provides an intimate and flexible collection of inviting spaces that are perfect for a wide range of occasions and functions, including a glass-walled wine and whisky-tasting room.


The plush and cosy bar has a very traditional and opulent feel, with red leather banquette seating and a wealth of antique brass fittings. It offers an outstanding selection of premium whiskies and British gins, Champagne, vodkas and cognacs as well as cocktails, beers and fine wines, including signature vintages from our sister wine estate Bouchard Finlayson.

Skeleton and archaeological tools. Training for dig fossil.Simulated same as real digging

Environmental studies centre

Toller Porcorum, Dorchester DT2 0EQ

Natural history, wildlife, archaeology and art & craft courses run all year at Kingcombe Environmental Studies Centre.

Bookings are essential.

Distance: 3 miles
Journey time: 5 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1300 320684

Explore more
Truffle hunting

Truffle hunting

Secret location near Dorchester

Join The English Truffle Company and their truffle hounds at a location in search of this edible treasure. Their truffle hunting experience days include an introductory talk, a pub lunch, 2 hours of hunting and afternoon tea including a sampling of a truffle dish.

Distance: 20 miles
Journey time: 25 minutes

Tel: + 44 (0) 330 1 330 805

Explore more
Acorn Inn Stone Wall Background
irish craftmsan carving wood

Woodworking

Yonder Hill, Chard TA20 4NL

Attend a green woodworking course at Guy Mallinson’s Woodland Workshop in Lyme Regis, about 15 miles south-west of Evershot. Their green woodworking courses are suitable for everyone: novices and experienced woodworkers; interested amateurs or anyone just keen to try out something new.

Distance: 17 miles
Journey time: 34 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1460 477771

Explore more
Willow Sculpture of a Cow in a Garden in Rural Devon, England

Creative country workshops

West Road, Bridport DT6 6AE

Local artists and craftspeople share their skills at Highway Farm in Bridport, a 25-minute drive from The Acorn Inn. One and two-day workshops are available including willow sculptures, hazelwood garden furniture and watercolour painting. These sessions are done in small groups and booking is essential.

Distance: 14 miles
Journey time: 25 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1308 424321

Explore more
bamboo brush on abstract watercolor painting

Watercolour painting

Briantspuddle, Dorchester DT2 7HJ

Marilyn Allis is a watercolour artist working in a loose and impressionistic style, using strong vibrant colours capturing movement, and the energy of a scene. Marilyn hosts studio workshops and tuition close to The Acorn Inn and she has exhibited at the RI in the Mall galleries.

Distance: 26 miles
Journey time: 33 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 7789026546

Explore more
Colour landsape photograph of carpet of wild Bluebells in flower in ancient hazel and ash coppice with fallen dead wood in foreground. Dorset, UK

Dorset Wildlife Trust

Lorton Lane, Upwey DT3 5QH

The Dorset Wildlife Trust runs a programme of walks, talks, workshops, work parties and other wildlife events. 

Distance: 20 miles
Journey time: 30 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1300 321329

Explore more
Monkton Wyld Court

Monkton Wyld Court

Elsdon's Ln, Bridport DT6 6DQ

Monkton Wyld Court is a one hour drive from The Acorn Inn and runs a programme of walks, talks, workshops and courses, and other countryside events.

Distance: 20 miles
Journey time: 36 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1297 560342

Explore more

Plan your adventure

Call +44 (0) 1935 83228 or

Enquire now
Adult swan with cygnet on nest, Abbotsbury, Dorset

Family experiences

Fun for all the family at The Acorn Inn and in the local area.

Family experiences

Stay in touch

Sign-up to our newsletter

Subscribe to receive the latest news, announcements, and special offers

Submit

We are proud to be part of a number of select and exclusive collections and memberships that share our values of outstanding service, exceptional guest experiences and generous hospitality.

TTC logo
  • Careers
  • Legal
  • Contact us
  • Covid-19 update
  • Our Media
  • Covid privacy notice

London

  • Hotel 41
  • The Milestone Hotel & Residences
  • The Rubens at the Palace
  • The Egerton House Hotel
  • The Chesterfield Mayfair
  • The Montague on the Gardens

Dorset

  • Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Restaurant
  • The Acorn Inn

Ireland

  • Ashford Castle
  • The Lodge at Ashford Castle
  • Hatch Hall

Edinburgh

  • 100 Princes Street

Guernsey

  • The Old Government House Hotel & Spa
  • The Duke of Richmond Hotel

South Africa

  • Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
  • The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
  • The Oyster Box

Botswana

  • Xigera Safari Lodge

Geneva

  • Hotel d'Angleterre

Florida

  • The Chesterfield Palm Beach

©2021 Red Carnation Hotels. All Rights Reserved

This website uses cookies. We use cookies to analyse our traffic, enhance our website’s functionality and performance and better experience for our users. If you require more information please view our cookie policy.