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    Victoria’s best cocktail venue

    Located beneath London's largest Living Wall, recently replanted with more than 6,000 herbaceous plants to breathe life into our surroundings, bbar is a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant in the heart of Victoria.

    Our new menu plays homage to our heritage, with dishes that beautifully reflect the flavours of South Africa with a playful twist, from Boerewors Eggs Benedict with chilli chutney biltong to The Gatsby Sub, a Western Cape pulled BBQ short rib of beef.

    Alongside this exceptional new menu, we have live mix sessions and DJ sets throughout the week, as well as contemporary signature cocktails created by our resident mixologists.

    All the reasons to love The Acorn Inn

    Enjoy Dorset’s unique experiences

    We offer a host of country house experiences to enhance your stay

    Quintessential country house escape

    Discover Summer Lodge, our sister property across the village

    A 16th-century coaching inn

    Featured in Tess of the d’Urbervilles, with old beams, oak panelling & roaring fires

    Refined cuisine in our restaurant

    With dishes inspired by the finest produce from our local & sustainable sources

    Charming antique interiors

    Individually decorated bedrooms adorned with period antiques

    We care about our village

    We are committed to our community and to supporting local charities

    Enjoy Dorset’s unique experiences

    We offer a host of country house experiences to enhance your stay

    Quintessential country house escape

    Discover Summer Lodge, our sister property across the village

    A 16th-century coaching inn

    Featured in Tess of the d’Urbervilles, with old beams, oak panelling & roaring fires

    Refined cuisine in our restaurant

    With dishes inspired by the finest produce from our local & sustainable sources

    Charming antique interiors

    Individually decorated bedrooms adorned with period antiques

    We care about our village

    We are committed to our community and to supporting local charities

    Enjoy Dorset’s unique experiences

    We offer a host of country house experiences to enhance your stay

    Quintessential country house escape

    Discover Summer Lodge, our sister property across the village

    The Acorn at a glance

    Historic country inn with real ales 

    Award-winning Executive Chef Robert Ndungu

    Restaurant & bar serving delicious local produce

    On the doorstep of the Melbury Estate, with miles of scenic countryside to explore

    Pet & child-friendly

    In the heart of Thomas Hardy’s Dorset

    10 beautiful bedrooms

    Five-star sister hotel Summer Lodge just across the village, with three AA Rosette fine dining restaurant

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    Exceptional dining experiences, overnight escapes and thoughtful surprises... Our vouchers create the perfect gift for friends or family.

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    Festive dining

    This festive season, visit our award-winning restaurant for a range of exceptional seasonal dishes this Christmas and New Year. 

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    Beauty in every detail

    You are sure of a relaxing night’s sleep in our ten individually decorated bedrooms. Each is named according to a Thomas Hardy theme - whether it's a location featured in his novels; his favourite heroine; or even after the author himself. 

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    Summer Lodge Wellington Boots in the Gardens

    25 Mar 2021 Experiences

    Back to nature with the children

    From hunting for fossils or the Gruffalo to mini beast safaris, discover thrilling activities nearby.

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    21 Apr 2021 Stay local

    The prettiest Dorset villages near The Acorn Inn

    Pack your camera and set off exploring the history of the most picturesque villages.

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    08 May 2021 Wellbeing

    Mindfulness with Verity Woodgate

    Learn more about the practice of mindfulness, a form of meditation.

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