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Getting around
Sherborne Station - 25 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 113 min drive
Restaurants
The Thimble Inn - 8 min drive
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Gaggle of Geese - 12 min drive
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About this property
The Brace of Pheasants
Upscale inn
The Brace of Pheasants provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this inn include:
Free self parking
Breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Languages
English, Polish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Breakfast available for a fee
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Guest services
Multilingual staff
No housekeeping service
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Towels provided
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Brace Pheasants
Brace Pheasants Dorchester
Brace Pheasants Inn
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Brace of Pheasants pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Brace of Pheasants?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Brace of Pheasants?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Brace of Pheasants?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Brace of Pheasants located?
Situated in Dorchester, this inn is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Badger Watch Dorset and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cerne Abbas Giant and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and Terracotta Warriors Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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The Brace of Pheasants Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 314 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 314 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 314 reviews
6 - Okay
10
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 314 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 314 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Great accomodation and food.
BARRY
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Fantastic stay here, enjoying gorgeous food in what was a beautiful location. The staff were especially brilliant and we really appreciated how caring and attentive they were.
Donna
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Very comfortable bed, and quiet. Lovely setting.
Paul
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Really enjoyed our stay at the Brace of Pheasants. A down to earth but high quality pub and restaurant serving delicious food and real ale from casks behind the bar. As a guest we had use of a downstairs lounge which was lovely to relax in. Breakfast was delicious, focused mainly around the traditional English with bread and granola if desired. Plenty of walks in the area and would definitely stay again.
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
This a delightful if very remote pub with a superb restaurant in a quintessential little Dorset village. Highly recommended for foreign tourists who want a genuine English pub experience.
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Really lovely stay, Great food and the rooms are really comfortable.
Craig
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10
Very friendly staff. The bed was very comfortable and the food was amazing. Would certainly stay again.
Joanne
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
A little gem hidden away from the hustle and bustle, great freindly welcome, great food, great beer and a very comfy bed
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
We absolutely loved the pub. Wonderful pub, food, rooms and staff
Jo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Just the perfect spot to get away for the weekend and the weather rolls are welcoming and beautiful rooms.
Natasha
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10
Lovely old country pub with good food and really well run with very efficient friendly staff. Highly recommended if you feel like a place off the beaten track.
Joy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Amazing place with original features, but modern facilities. Excellent service and great breakfast. Try the local gins!
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Rooms were great and clean, food was really good
Dave
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10
Pleasant location very rural.
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Beautifully restored and maintained Inn & Pub with incredibly helpful and attentive Staff who made us feel right at home and so very welcome in the picturesque Village of Plush. The wonderful comfort and atmosphere of the Inn was matched by the superb Food & Wine too. Thank you for making our stay so lovely in every way!
Bryan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10
Fabulous food, really tasty and freshly cooked
The room was really comfortable, lovely bath, shower and comfy bed
Very friendly, great service the perfect stay thank you, hope to visit again
Stephen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Amazing location. Great accommodation. Food was superb too
Sue
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10
This is a real gem of a place, Matt the owner was a wonderful host. The pub is cosy and inviting and the food was excellent. Will definitely go back
Martin
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10
All good! Friendly and helpful team run a great pub and a very comfortable hotel. Beautiful part of Dorset, Plush is a quiet hideaway hamlet, the Brace of Pheasants is an ancient thatched inn doing everything well. Tasty supper, huge range of beers and breakfast to die for. Fantastic stay.
Chris
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10
We had an excellent stay in this lovely old but very comfortable Inn. Hospitality and friendliness could not be faulted. Real ale and a hearty breakfast - what more could you ask for!
John
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10
A beautiful stay. So relaxing. The food is amazing and so reasonable. Will be back soon.
Trudi
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10
This is a unique property with a great pub, outside potential for an event and a friendly staff. Breakfast was wonderful.
Rodney
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10
An absolute delight.
Beautiful surroundings, rooms, food, wines and excellent staff.
A must return place.
Chris
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10
Very welcoming staff especially the lady I think her name was monika. Clean tidy and even accommodated me arriving early . The cottage had so much character, would stay again
Gabriella
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10
Off the beaten track, which was part of its charm. Lovely evening meal. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Had a relaxing break with family.