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Blandford Forum (/ˈblænfərd/ BLAN-fərd), commonly Blandford, is a market town in the North Dorset district of Dorset, England, sited by the River Stour about 24 km (15 mi) northwest of Poole. It is the administrative headquarters of North Dorset District Council.
Restaurants in Blandford Forum
1. Sunny Republic Brewing Company
2. Hambledon Hill
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By stevedG4887KR - Brussels, Belgium
I love this hill and it’s history. Many years ago I participated in an archaeological dig here and vowed to return! Luckily the weather was excellent and views well worth the climb. We also visited the nearby Hod Hill which is also well worth the effort.
3. Hall & Woodhouse Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 187 reviews
The Brewery Visitor Centre tells the story of Hall & Woodhouse and its Badger Ales through the ages. Located at the Brewery in Blandford St Mary your trip can include a brewery tour, a visit to our shop and lunch in our casual dining bar / cafe. We also offer conference facilities and the bar / cafe can be hired out for private events or parties. Brewery Tour: You can partake in a full guided tour of the brewery where you can discover the true art of brewing! You can soak up the atmosphere, taste the malt and smell the hops as you see our new brewery in action. Tours are run daily from Monday to Saturday at 11am (excluding Wednesdays) lasting approximately 2 hours and includes beer tasting! Evening tours can also be arranged on request. Booking is essential. The Brewery Shop: You can browse and purchase our full range of bottled ales along with tasteful branded merchandise such as glassware, beer tankards and polo shirts. Opening times 9am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. The Bar / Cafe: You can also relax and enjoy a beer or a coffee with a light lunch in our relaxed casual dining environment, with free Wifi access. Food service times: 9.30am to 2.30pm Monday - Saturday.
Reviewed By Beescuit
I ordered some take away Fish & Chips and it really was amazing!! Quick service and very tasty. I didn't even get a chance to take a picture, we demolished it that quickly. Thank you, see you again.
4. Royal Signals Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Nestled in beautiful countryside, this modern museum traces the history of the British Army’s Royal Corps of Signals and the story of battlefield communications from the telegraph to cyber warfare and satellites! Learn about this fascinating subject through excellent interactive displays: guide a laser beam, "direction find" the enemy, set up satellite networks, learn about encryption, practice Morse code and more! Adults must bring photo ID as we are located in a military camp. Open 10-5 weekdays and 10-4 at weekends. Adults please bring Photo ID.
Reviewed By rojan76 - Biddulph, United Kingdom
An excellent museum giving a fascinating insight into the development of communications with a military role. In addition to the historical artefacts, there is a lot of ‘hands on’ exhibits that might appeal to a younger visitor. Personally I had never realised the role the signals Corp played in the Cold War.
5. Gorcombe Extreme Sports
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Welcome to probably the most complete outdoor activity centre in the UK. Here at Gorcombe we now boast a fleet of some 70+ vehicles, more than 10 different activities, open 7 days a week with fulltime fully trained staff. Due to the dire situation the Farming Industry found itself in the Meaden family were forced into a "diversify or bust" problem back in the 1990s. Thankfully they picked the right mix and now lay on a centre like no other in the country. The approach of a safe excitement in a relaxed atmosphere is what we all crave, but it seems so hard to find, with all the safety requirements we now face. But the 19 years of experience has enabled Gorcombe to do just this. Every activity has been designed by our fun-loving, adrenaline-seeking extreme sports team, with their sense of adventure and humour you will be guaranteed a fantastic time no matter which activity you choose.
Reviewed By RobSwindon69 - Crewkerne, United Kingdom
We were made to feel very welcome by very friendly and professional staff. Had great fun on 4 different courses, set in some beautiful Dorset countryside, where we were able to safely give the bikes a good blast at full throttle - something that has rarely been possisble at other venues we've visited. Our marshall was good at moving the slower riders over so we could all get to go 'flat out' without getting stuck behind anyone else for too long. Only things that would have made it even more enjoyable for me would have been some clean balaclavas to wear inside the helmets (a bit more hygienic) and gloves for office-working lightweights like me who ended up with nasty blisters on both hands from gripping the vibrating handlbars so tightly (I probbaly should have thought about that in the first place and bought my own - a good tip if you have nice hands like me and aren't used to manual labour!) really good and thouoghly enjoyable day out. Thanks Guys.
