Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents

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Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
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90 reviews

<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents in Dorchester offers family rooms with garden views, private entrances, and modern amenities. Each room includes a kitchenette, private bathroom, and comfortable furnishings. <h2>Dining Experience</h2> The family-friendly restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner in a modern ambience. Live music enhances the dining experience. <h2>Leisure Facilities</h2> The property features an outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and outdoor seating. Additional amenities include badminton equipment hire, free WiFi, and free on-site private parking. <h2>Local Attractions</h2> Located 53 km from Bournemouth Airport, the property is near Monkey World (30 km), Corfe Castle (45 km), Poole Harbour (46 km), Golden Cap (47 km), and Sherborne Old Castle (17 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
3 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
6.9
Low score for Dorchester

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Gaggle is the absolute perfect place for a getaway. The accommodation is lovely, the team are welcoming and friendly and the site is so peaceful.”
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Sarah and Simon could not be more helpful and the shepherd hut was perfect for our stay. The facilities had everything we could need and it was lovely and peaceful. The food in the pub was amazing and we were so welcomed and well looked after.”
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic location for a quiet family break. Beautiful countryside location and a lovely pub with delicious food and friendly staff.”
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Warm, comfortable and quiet surroundings in beautiful countryside location. Wonderful welcome and fantastic food.”
  • Chloe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everyone was so friendly, the site was really clean, plenty for the little ones to do and in the perfect location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning in the future.”
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It had a really lovely vibe. Friendly staff when we arrived. Loved how the Bell tents were situated and the over grown areas which were back to nature. It really added to the feel rather then a mowed field which often campsites are. Really loved...”
  • Katie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great facilities (excellent activities for kids - crazy golf and play bus and great tent and shower/ loos), lovely location next to the pub with tasty food and brilliant live music on a Saturday. Really a wonderful break and we will definitely be...”
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The facilities were excellent. The soft play bus amazing for the children especially in the rain! The children had an incredible time! Bell tents had proper power supplies and a kettle which was a nice touch. Beds were really comfortable and...”
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great family weekend. We really enjoyed our stay in the shepherd's hut. Very clean and well equipped. Wonderful play areas for the kids.”
  • Sterling
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The hut was so comfy even though it was icy out side. We were so cozy.”

Managed by Simon & Sarah

Company review score: 9.6Based on 90 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Gaggle of Geese is a family pub, owned and run by Simon & Sarah. You will also get to meet the pub dog, Aggie; a friendly border collie who loves to play ball.

Property information

The Gaggle of Geese is a rural family-owned freehouse pub in Dorset. A chic family-friendly pub with skittle alley, function space, five acres of gardens, campsite and shepherd huts. Our 'Birdie' & 'Bumble' Shepherd Huts are made by the local award winning company Plankbridge. Birdie is aimed at couples with a kind sized bed, ensuite shower room and wood burning stove. Bumble can sleep up to four and so is ideal for families with kind sized bed, kitchenette & two single bunks. Our furnished bell tents provide the option to camp in style! Each has a double and two single beds complete with bedding, power pack, lighting and firepit Enjoy the peace of the rural village, amazing stars and your own firepit. Located within the grounds of the Gaggle, good beers, company and food is just a short walk away

Neighbourhood information

The Gaggle is located within the rural Dorset village of Buckland Newton. The village is surrounded by amazing countryside and walk. And benefits from a village shop, childrens play area and playing field. The famous Cerne Giant is a walk away or a short drive. Weymouth, Chesil Beach, Tank Museum, Lullworth Cove & Abbotsbury are all within a reasonable drive. Plenty to see and do!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Gaggle of Geese Pub
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Live music/performance
  • Badminton equipment
  • Darts

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Pet bowls

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 17:00 to 22:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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