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The Talbot

3.0 star property
Hotel in Blandford Forum with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Miscellaneous
Restaurant
Traditional Apartment, Private Bathroom, Garden View | Private kitchen
The Talbot combines relaxation with entertainment in its charming setting. Travelers can unwind with drinks at the bar, enjoy tasty meals at the restaurant, and challenge friends to a game of pool. Self parking makes visiting convenient.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is 2.789.121 ₫
3.346.804 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Traditional Apartment, Private Bathroom, Garden View | Lounge

Traditional Apartment, Private Bathroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Blandford Forum is home to The Talbot. The Art Stable and Shillingstone Railway Project are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Sturminster Newton Mill. Larmer Tree Gardens and Skirmish Dorset are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Map
Blandford Road, Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum, England, DT11 8QN

What's nearby

  • Gold Hill Museum - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 18 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Wimborne Minster - 27 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Poole Harbour - 36 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 42 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 22 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Anvil Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Fontmell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Talbot

Property highlights
The Talbot provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property

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Exterior

The Charlton Inn

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 263 reviews
The price is 2.789.003 ₫
3.346.804 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Charlton Inn

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Talbot pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Talbot?

As of 26 Sep 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Talbot on 27 Oct 2025 start from 2.789.121 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Talbot?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Talbot?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Talbot?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Talbot located?

Situated in Blandford Forum, this hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Fontmell and Melbury Downs and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from The Art Stable. Melbury Vale Winery and Shillingstone Railway Project are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Talbot Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 223 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Amenities
Excellent accommodation and food . Friendly and attentive staff. The perfect combination of a pub and hotel. Would definitely stay her again on my next trip to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly run established.. made us feel very welcome, as well as being well maintained and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Made a bad review earlier on this hotel, but it was in error. Would definitely go back to this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kim and Richard were superb, fantastic recommendation for a lovely walk nearby, food was delicious, room had everything we needed. The atmosphere was wonderful, the regulars all super friendly, highly recommended, would jump at the chance to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived to a warm welcome and lovely room at The Talbot. This is an excellent hotel accommodation choice if you're cycle touring. The food was excellent and they went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. Our bikes were secure too. Highly recommended. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was good and well-equipped. There was no shower gel or shampoo, but luckily, I always take my own when working away, just in case. The only real negative was the noise from the pub downstairs until 11 pm, which meant any chance of an early night went out the window. If you don't want an early night after a long day's work before another early start, this place would be lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

cORINNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dans un ravissant village soigne et fleuri… une famille sud africaine nous accueille avec un enorme sourire et une chaleureuse hospitalite. Pub avec beaucoup de cachet et Petit dej délicieux
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable stay, perfect for what I needed, Very friendly atmosphere, great selection on the menu.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great all round, food delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place in a beautiful village. Staff were helpful, great spacious apartment. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely people, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is beautiful and well kept, beautiful location. No much eating options, you need a car to drive around

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a very enjoyable stay. Food and drink were tip top. It's my second visit to The Talbot, hope to come again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful

Awful place, freezing cold, not hot water and we.were.told they are closing in 3 weeks, they really didnt care! Beware !! Food is awful, rooms smelly and cold, landlady is miserable. Avoid at all costs
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pre- Christmas meeting with family

We received a warm welcome from the licensee, who showed us to our room. The room was very spacious and the accommodation met our expectations. Would certainly stay there again if in that area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid

Wifi hopeless No phone signal No GpS coverage Terrible place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
TV remote did not work on volume and no apparent way of changing volume on TV Cold water not working on sink nor toilet cistern. Bath OK
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B & B

Our fourth visit to this lovely pub & we enjoyed a 2 night stay this time. Currently undergoing refurbishment but this did not negatively impact on our stay. Clean & comfortable rooms in a lovely village. We enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere of the bar, the owners & staff were friendly & helpful & the food was delicious. Lovely !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Laurence

Liked: Staff & service
Website misleading. Kitchen shut for 23 hrs in the day. Staff and landlords otherwise very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No restaurant as chef on holiday!!!broken kettle.no WiFi code in the room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

albert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Leuk voor een nacht, maar dan is het gezien

Bijzondere ervaring: op rijdagavond wordt er geen eten geserveerd, op zatermorgen is het ontbijt pas vanaf 9:00 uur. Dan zijn wij allang weer gevlogen. Weer een B&B zonder breakfast. De douche kregen we niet aan (vreemde constructie) en de deur kregen we niet op slot (ook een hele vreemde onbekende manier). Verder wel lekker rustig en pubachtig.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A disappointment

First impressions not good. Basically shown to our room and left to get on with it. Not told about emergency procedures or if there was anyone on the front desk or who to contact. Furnishings in the room were poor. The lampshade was broken as per the pics. One bed was loosely put together, kettle had seen better days and didnt switch off after boiling. The wooden chairs were broken and the wardrobe was old and worn. Paint was peeling off the window sill. A shelf was missing in the bathroom over the sink and the toilet brush was very dirty. And just to top it off the main light bulb was very dim and old and the room never got any sun so was very gloomy. A nice canvas of the lovely Dorset countryside would have looked a lot better than a fruit canvas. We would not stay here again. Price per night was high and didn't include breakfast. Very disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Disliked: Amenities
On entering the property it was noisy not what I was expecting very laid back approach room was right above the noisy pubs bar so no way of having an early sleep due to said noise (after a 6hr drive ) food was mediocre at best and a set menu on the wall the exterior lighting for the pub shines straight into the room and lights it up like a football match so again no chance of an early sleep breakfast was set at a small half hearted English breakfast not other options available would I stay again definitely a NO there for over £100 I’ve stayed In considerably better and in better areas this was more of a £50 room and very disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024