The Greyhound Inn
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Greyhound Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms.
Location
When you stay at Greyhound Inn in Dorchester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cerne Abbas Giant and Clay Pigeon Raceway. This inn is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Dorset National Landscape and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Badger Watch Dorset.
What's nearby
Cerne Abbas Giant(2.9 miles)
Clay Pigeon Raceway(3.6 miles)
Dorset National Landscape(7 miles)
Badger Watch Dorset(8.1 miles)
The Keep Military Museum(9.9 miles)
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition(9.9 miles)
Borough Gardens(9.9 miles)
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum(9.9 miles)
Dorset County Museum(10 miles)
Roman Town House(10 miles)
Dinosaur Museum(10.2 miles)
Dorset Teddy Bear Museum(10.2 miles)
Terracotta Warriors Museum(10.2 miles)
Maumbury Rings(10.3 miles)
The Avenue Stadium(10.9 miles)
The preferred airport for Greyhound Inn is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(42.9 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Free Parking
Parking Onsite
Location
26 High Street, Sydling St Nicholas, England, United Kingdom
Cerne Abbas Giant (2.9 miles)
Clay Pigeon Raceway (3.6 miles)
Dorset National Landscape (7 miles)
Badger Watch Dorset (8.1 miles)
The Keep Military Museum (9.9 miles)
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition (9.9 miles)
Room options
8
Standard Twin Room, Ensuite
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
BathtubPrivate Bathroom
6
Double Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
11
Double Room, Ensuite (Large)
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Greyhound Inn
9.2
Superb
Based on 324 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
30%
Couple
51%
Family
5%
Group
12%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, The Greyhound Inn is described as a charming village pub with very friendly staff and consistently tasty food, especially breakfast, offering comfortable if sometimes dated rooms in a quiet, picturesque location.
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Across recent reviews, The Greyhound Inn is described as a charming village pub with very friendly staff and consistently tasty food, especially breakfast, offering comfortable if sometimes dated rooms in a quiet, picturesque location.
Several note dog friendly policies, a homely pub atmosphere, and pleasant outdoor seating. Common drawbacks include rooms that can feel small or tired, occasional maintenance issues (showers, ventilation, smoke smells), and periods when food service is limited or suspended. Overall, expect a characterful country stay best suited to diners and pub lovers who are comfortable with older rooms.
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Facilities
Traditional pub on site with a cosy atmosphere, good beer and wine selection, and a pleasant garden for outdoor seating; the property is dog friendly.
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Lisa
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. Beautiful Dorset village pub. Lovely cosy atmosphere, tasty food and excellent service. Very dog friendly. Hearty breakfast with particularly yummy sausages.
Great place to stay. Beautiful Dorset village pub. Lovely cosy atmosphere, tasty food and excellent service. Very dog friendly. Hearty breakfast with particularly yummy sausages.
10
Susan
Jan 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The breakfast was included in our booking, I thought it would just be a continental one but we could chose anything from the menu. We were actually the only people staying on a cold night in winter but the staff made an effort to make us welcome. I had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, the chef made the best scrambled eggs I've ever had with chopped chives that really elevated the dish. Bar and meal on the night we arrived were also excellent. Room comfortable and warm, shower hot and with good water pressure. Thoroughly recommend this place, a lovely traditional British pub.
The breakfast was included in our booking, I thought it would just be a continental one but we could chose anything from the menu. We were actually the only people staying on a cold night in winter but the staff made an effort to make us welcome. I had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, the chef made the best scrambled eggs I've ever had with chopped chives that really elevated the dish. Bar and meal on the night we arrived were also excellent. Room comfortable and warm, shower hot and with good water pressure. Thoroughly recommend this place, a lovely traditional British pub.
10
Adam
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful pub with stunning garden and setting, great food and beer selection. Staff are really helpful and attentive. Rooms are a little old but still very comfy and have everything you need. I stayed for business in the area but a great place for a holiday stop as well!
A beautiful pub with stunning garden and setting, great food and beer selection. Staff are really helpful and attentive. Rooms are a little old but still very comfy and have everything you need. I stayed for business in the area but a great place for a holiday stop as well!
10
Val
Jul 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A delightful country pub in a beautiful village and area with excellent walking/ biking
A delightful country pub in a beautiful village and area with excellent walking/ biking
10
Matthew
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
10
SUSAN
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
A lovely stay at the greyhound.Staff really helpful special mention for Thea who was bright and cheerful every morning. Breakfast was excellent and we really enjoyed our dinner one evening. Had lovely weather so able to sit outside under the grape vines. We would definitely stay again if in the area.
A lovely stay at the greyhound.Staff really helpful special mention for Thea who was bright and cheerful every morning. Breakfast was excellent and we really enjoyed our dinner one evening. Had lovely weather so able to sit outside under the grape vines. We would definitely stay again if in the area.
10
Edward
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Charming location, restaurant on premises
Charming location, restaurant on premises
10
Joseph
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is an excellent dog friendly property! Made us and our two greyhounds very much at home.
This is an excellent dog friendly property! Made us and our two greyhounds very much at home.
10
Jane
Jun 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was a perfect place to stay. Lovely accommodation and amazing staff. Food was lovely. The pub/restaurant and garden was stunning
It was a perfect place to stay. Lovely accommodation and amazing staff. Food was lovely. The pub/restaurant and garden was stunning
10
Michael
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a lovely village pub. The staff were really friendly and breakfast was excellent. The room was a little tired and a little small, but good value for money. Would certainly visit again.
What a lovely village pub. The staff were really friendly and breakfast was excellent. The room was a little tired and a little small, but good value for money. Would certainly visit again.
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Cleanliness
Generally clean, with several guests finding rooms tidy. Recurring issues include lingering smoke odours, cobwebs or spiders, and worn bathrooms needing TLC.
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Christopher
Sep 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleasant mine host and friendly breakfast cook; comfortable room; (but bathroom daddy longlegs spider by wash-basin could perhaps have been rehoused). A nice overnight stay at a reasonable price
Very pleasant mine host and friendly breakfast cook; comfortable room; (but bathroom daddy longlegs spider by wash-basin could perhaps have been rehoused). A nice overnight stay at a reasonable price
6
Stephanie
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The inn is adorable, if remote. Taxis from the train station are a bit tricky to get and expensive. Staff was fantastic and a lot of fun. Breakfast is great. Main issue is that my room absolutely reeked of tobacco. My "non smoking room" was definitely a smoking room at some point. I choked from the moment I arrived. After 48 hours all of my clothes smell horrible and I have to be in the UK for work for another three days. I could leave the windows open, but giant spiders were coming in. No other source of ventilation. The property desperately needs to re-do the carpet, wall paper, everything. I hate leaving this review because the place is otherwise charming and this inn seemed much better than the nearby hotels my friends were staying in. But until this problem is fixed, avoid the "Teddy" room. I'm going to be searching for febreeze. The other issue is that every time I tried to order food that wasn't breakfast, I was told the kitchen was too busy. There are no other food options for miles. So bring some snacks - I wish I did! It's doubly disappointing because the food on the website looks absolutely fantastic.
The inn is adorable, if remote. Taxis from the train station are a bit tricky to get and expensive. Staff was fantastic and a lot of fun. Breakfast is great. Main issue is that my room absolutely reeked of tobacco. My "non smoking room" was definitely a smoking room at some point. I choked from the moment I arrived. After 48 hours all of my clothes smell horrible and I have to be in the UK for work for another three days. I could leave the windows open, but giant spiders were coming in. No other source of ventilation. The property desperately needs to re-do the carpet, wall paper, everything. I hate leaving this review because the place is otherwise charming and this inn seemed much better than the nearby hotels my friends were staying in. But until this problem is fixed, avoid the "Teddy" room. I'm going to be searching for febreeze. The other issue is that every time I tried to order food that wasn't breakfast, I was told the kitchen was too busy. There are no other food options for miles. So bring some snacks - I wish I did! It's doubly disappointing because the food on the website looks absolutely fantastic.
10
Dominic
Feb 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was a lovely find! We planned a last minute trip to do some walks in the area. This place was perfect for us - the room was basic but clean and really comfortable, the staff were all friendly, it’s a lovely location and the food is excellent. We’d definitely go again.
This was a lovely find! We planned a last minute trip to do some walks in the area. This place was perfect for us - the room was basic but clean and really comfortable, the staff were all friendly, it’s a lovely location and the food is excellent. We’d definitely go again.
8
Susan
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good choice while house-hunting in the area. Quiet clean room with ample breakfast options and a good restaurant for an evening meal. Missed having a shower - bath only.
Good choice while house-hunting in the area. Quiet clean room with ample breakfast options and a good restaurant for an evening meal. Missed having a shower - bath only.
8
Valerie
Oct 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Good food and service. Bathroom could use a bit of tlc.
Good food and service. Bathroom could use a bit of tlc.
10
Matthew
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
10
Paul
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Greyhound is in a lovely quiet village with lovely staff and as a solo traveller I felt at ease. The accomodation is not modern but is clean and tidy and in keeping with the building. The room was spacious add had that I needed.
The Greyhound is in a lovely quiet village with lovely staff and as a solo traveller I felt at ease. The accomodation is not modern but is clean and tidy and in keeping with the building. The room was spacious add had that I needed.
8
Jayne
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
People friendly and good choice of very tasty food. Room comfortable if a little tired as bathroom needs redecorating and blinds need cleaning. Hotel is in a good location for NT properties
People friendly and good choice of very tasty food. Room comfortable if a little tired as bathroom needs redecorating and blinds need cleaning. Hotel is in a good location for NT properties
6
Diana Mary
Jun 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pretty outside. Room and bathroom tired.
Pretty outside. Room and bathroom tired.
10
Howard
Jul 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room in the stables across the car park from the inn. Brilliant friendly service, with decent meal choice and an excellent breakfast. Couldn't recommend this more.
Lovely clean room in the stables across the car park from the inn. Brilliant friendly service, with decent meal choice and an excellent breakfast. Couldn't recommend this more.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, with some spacious, but many are small or dated. Several note drawbacks like bath only bathrooms, weak showers, ventilation noise, and minor maintenance issues.
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Susan
Jan 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The breakfast was included in our booking, I thought it would just be a continental one but we could chose anything from the menu. We were actually the only people staying on a cold night in winter but the staff made an effort to make us welcome. I had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, the chef made the best scrambled eggs I've ever had with chopped chives that really elevated the dish. Bar and meal on the night we arrived were also excellent. Room comfortable and warm, shower hot and with good water pressure. Thoroughly recommend this place, a lovely traditional British pub.
The breakfast was included in our booking, I thought it would just be a continental one but we could chose anything from the menu. We were actually the only people staying on a cold night in winter but the staff made an effort to make us welcome. I had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, the chef made the best scrambled eggs I've ever had with chopped chives that really elevated the dish. Bar and meal on the night we arrived were also excellent. Room comfortable and warm, shower hot and with good water pressure. Thoroughly recommend this place, a lovely traditional British pub.
10
Adam
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful pub with stunning garden and setting, great food and beer selection. Staff are really helpful and attentive. Rooms are a little old but still very comfy and have everything you need. I stayed for business in the area but a great place for a holiday stop as well!
A beautiful pub with stunning garden and setting, great food and beer selection. Staff are really helpful and attentive. Rooms are a little old but still very comfy and have everything you need. I stayed for business in the area but a great place for a holiday stop as well!
8
STUART ROBERT
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Shower no hot water first day then for the other two days water warm but not not much above a dribble.The food and the restetaunt were excellent as were the staff.The bedrooms need an upgrade.
Shower no hot water first day then for the other two days water warm but not not much above a dribble.The food and the restetaunt were excellent as were the staff.The bedrooms need an upgrade.
10
B
May 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Charming staff. Exquisite food - we had lunch and breakfast. Nice room although the tv was very small and the bed a bit creaky but comfortable.
Charming staff. Exquisite food - we had lunch and breakfast. Nice room although the tv was very small and the bed a bit creaky but comfortable.
8
Susan
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good choice while house-hunting in the area. Quiet clean room with ample breakfast options and a good restaurant for an evening meal. Missed having a shower - bath only.
Good choice while house-hunting in the area. Quiet clean room with ample breakfast options and a good restaurant for an evening meal. Missed having a shower - bath only.
10
Matthew
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
8
Børge
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Vi blev modtaget og behandlet meget venligt og imødekommende. Restaurant/pub var supert og med skøn mad og igen imødekommende service. Vort værelse var meget lille og der var om natten konstant støj og summen fra ventilator. Dette trækker meget ned fsva komfort.
Vi blev modtaget og behandlet meget venligt og imødekommende. Restaurant/pub var supert og med skøn mad og igen imødekommende service. Vort værelse var meget lille og der var om natten konstant støj og summen fra ventilator. Dette trækker meget ned fsva komfort.
10
Gareth
Dec 17, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing Wifi, lovely quiet little village, keep going back to this place when in area
Amazing Wifi, lovely quiet little village, keep going back to this place when in area
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Elaine
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property is tired and needs better management no TV remote working in room waiting times for evening meal was very poor and expensive for a pub did not have all the breakfast menu
This property is tired and needs better management no TV remote working in room waiting times for evening meal was very poor and expensive for a pub did not have all the breakfast menu
10
Michael
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a lovely village pub. The staff were really friendly and breakfast was excellent. The room was a little tired and a little small, but good value for money. Would certainly visit again.
What a lovely village pub. The staff were really friendly and breakfast was excellent. The room was a little tired and a little small, but good value for money. Would certainly visit again.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and attentive, with several shout outs to individual staff. A few guests reported lapses such as slow or preferential service and not being shown to rooms.
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Philip
May 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly atmosphere and staff could not do enough for you.
Very friendly atmosphere and staff could not do enough for you.
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Paul
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable, and the service was absolutely amazing. Thea was fantastic and really made the experience special. The food was great, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone. The personal touch throughout the stay was a breath of fresh air.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable, and the service was absolutely amazing. Thea was fantastic and really made the experience special. The food was great, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone. The personal touch throughout the stay was a breath of fresh air.
10
Henriette
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed our stay at the Greyhound Inn very much. A great pub situated in a picturesque village. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. We would love to come back.
We enjoyed our stay at the Greyhound Inn very much. A great pub situated in a picturesque village. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. We would love to come back.
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Alan
May 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very poor customer service. Very much a local pub to the fact that they were always served first. No food available that night. Was only informed that there would not be a normal menu. Was not told there would be no food.
Very poor customer service. Very much a local pub to the fact that they were always served first. No food available that night. Was only informed that there would not be a normal menu. Was not told there would be no food.
8
matthew
Oct 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old pub with very attractive rooms. Beautiful area...exquisite village surrounded by wonderful countryside. My room was in need of some updating. We weren't shown to rooms on arrival but staff were friendly. My chicken dish was excellent.
Lovely old pub with very attractive rooms. Beautiful area...exquisite village surrounded by wonderful countryside. My room was in need of some updating. We weren't shown to rooms on arrival but staff were friendly. My chicken dish was excellent.
10
massimo
Feb 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent stay; the staff was incredibly supportive, and we enjoyed the superb quality of traditional food at the restaurant
Excellent stay; the staff was incredibly supportive, and we enjoyed the superb quality of traditional food at the restaurant
10
Stephen
Sep 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Probably the best and friendliest pub I have ever stayed in. Superb service with fantastic food, the breakfast was at another level. Will certainly visit again and thank you so much for looking after myself and my son.
Probably the best and friendliest pub I have ever stayed in. Superb service with fantastic food, the breakfast was at another level. Will certainly visit again and thank you so much for looking after myself and my son.
10
Matthew
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
10
Tammy
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wow, what a pleasant surprise The Greyhound was. The staff 5 make this place. All of them, which is quite unusual, were fantastic...absolute credit to Greyhound.
Wow, what a pleasant surprise The Greyhound was. The staff 5 make this place. All of them, which is quite unusual, were fantastic...absolute credit to Greyhound.
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John
Mar 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly welcoming staff. Good food Enjoyed the stay
Friendly welcoming staff. Good food Enjoyed the stay
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Location
Set in a quiet, picturesque village that’s great for walks and nearby attractions, offering a peaceful base. Some found it remote with limited transport or alternatives, so plan ahead for taxis and dining.
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Carl
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very quaint and beautiful pub and hotel. It was very quiet and the food was amazing as well as being close to a number of local attractions.
Very quaint and beautiful pub and hotel. It was very quiet and the food was amazing as well as being close to a number of local attractions.
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Katrina
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Got there to find the bar etc shut at 6. This pub is in the middle of no where was not offered a drink as a resident and no food, not even a sandwich.
Got there to find the bar etc shut at 6. This pub is in the middle of no where was not offered a drink as a resident and no food, not even a sandwich.
10
Henriette
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed our stay at the Greyhound Inn very much. A great pub situated in a picturesque village. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. We would love to come back.
We enjoyed our stay at the Greyhound Inn very much. A great pub situated in a picturesque village. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. We would love to come back.
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Stephanie
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The inn is adorable, if remote. Taxis from the train station are a bit tricky to get and expensive. Staff was fantastic and a lot of fun. Breakfast is great. Main issue is that my room absolutely reeked of tobacco. My "non smoking room" was definitely a smoking room at some point. I choked from the moment I arrived. After 48 hours all of my clothes smell horrible and I have to be in the UK for work for another three days. I could leave the windows open, but giant spiders were coming in. No other source of ventilation. The property desperately needs to re-do the carpet, wall paper, everything. I hate leaving this review because the place is otherwise charming and this inn seemed much better than the nearby hotels my friends were staying in. But until this problem is fixed, avoid the "Teddy" room. I'm going to be searching for febreeze. The other issue is that every time I tried to order food that wasn't breakfast, I was told the kitchen was too busy. There are no other food options for miles. So bring some snacks - I wish I did! It's doubly disappointing because the food on the website looks absolutely fantastic.
The inn is adorable, if remote. Taxis from the train station are a bit tricky to get and expensive. Staff was fantastic and a lot of fun. Breakfast is great. Main issue is that my room absolutely reeked of tobacco. My "non smoking room" was definitely a smoking room at some point. I choked from the moment I arrived. After 48 hours all of my clothes smell horrible and I have to be in the UK for work for another three days. I could leave the windows open, but giant spiders were coming in. No other source of ventilation. The property desperately needs to re-do the carpet, wall paper, everything. I hate leaving this review because the place is otherwise charming and this inn seemed much better than the nearby hotels my friends were staying in. But until this problem is fixed, avoid the "Teddy" room. I'm going to be searching for febreeze. The other issue is that every time I tried to order food that wasn't breakfast, I was told the kitchen was too busy. There are no other food options for miles. So bring some snacks - I wish I did! It's doubly disappointing because the food on the website looks absolutely fantastic.
10
Val
Jul 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A delightful country pub in a beautiful village and area with excellent walking/ biking
A delightful country pub in a beautiful village and area with excellent walking/ biking
10
Matthew
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
10
Paul
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Greyhound is in a lovely quiet village with lovely staff and as a solo traveller I felt at ease. The accomodation is not modern but is clean and tidy and in keeping with the building. The room was spacious add had that I needed.
The Greyhound is in a lovely quiet village with lovely staff and as a solo traveller I felt at ease. The accomodation is not modern but is clean and tidy and in keeping with the building. The room was spacious add had that I needed.
8
Jayne
Mar 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
People friendly and good choice of very tasty food. Room comfortable if a little tired as bathroom needs redecorating and blinds need cleaning. Hotel is in a good location for NT properties
People friendly and good choice of very tasty food. Room comfortable if a little tired as bathroom needs redecorating and blinds need cleaning. Hotel is in a good location for NT properties
10
Gareth
Dec 17, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing Wifi, lovely quiet little village, keep going back to this place when in area
Amazing Wifi, lovely quiet little village, keep going back to this place when in area
10
STUART
Oct 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely stay in a very peaceful place. Excellent service and food. After breakfast you were full for the rest of the day.
Lovely stay in a very peaceful place. Excellent service and food. After breakfast you were full for the rest of the day.
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Dining
Food is a standout, with numerous mentions of excellent pub dinners and standout breakfasts. However, several reviews report limited or unavailable service at times, long waits, or restricted menus.
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Katrina
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Got there to find the bar etc shut at 6. This pub is in the middle of no where was not offered a drink as a resident and no food, not even a sandwich.
Got there to find the bar etc shut at 6. This pub is in the middle of no where was not offered a drink as a resident and no food, not even a sandwich.
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Alan
May 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very poor customer service. Very much a local pub to the fact that they were always served first. No food available that night. Was only informed that there would not be a normal menu. Was not told there would be no food.
Very poor customer service. Very much a local pub to the fact that they were always served first. No food available that night. Was only informed that there would not be a normal menu. Was not told there would be no food.
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Susan
Jan 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The breakfast was included in our booking, I thought it would just be a continental one but we could chose anything from the menu. We were actually the only people staying on a cold night in winter but the staff made an effort to make us welcome. I had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, the chef made the best scrambled eggs I've ever had with chopped chives that really elevated the dish. Bar and meal on the night we arrived were also excellent. Room comfortable and warm, shower hot and with good water pressure. Thoroughly recommend this place, a lovely traditional British pub.
The breakfast was included in our booking, I thought it would just be a continental one but we could chose anything from the menu. We were actually the only people staying on a cold night in winter but the staff made an effort to make us welcome. I had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, the chef made the best scrambled eggs I've ever had with chopped chives that really elevated the dish. Bar and meal on the night we arrived were also excellent. Room comfortable and warm, shower hot and with good water pressure. Thoroughly recommend this place, a lovely traditional British pub.
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Adam
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful pub with stunning garden and setting, great food and beer selection. Staff are really helpful and attentive. Rooms are a little old but still very comfy and have everything you need. I stayed for business in the area but a great place for a holiday stop as well!
A beautiful pub with stunning garden and setting, great food and beer selection. Staff are really helpful and attentive. Rooms are a little old but still very comfy and have everything you need. I stayed for business in the area but a great place for a holiday stop as well!
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Stephanie
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The inn is adorable, if remote. Taxis from the train station are a bit tricky to get and expensive. Staff was fantastic and a lot of fun. Breakfast is great. Main issue is that my room absolutely reeked of tobacco. My "non smoking room" was definitely a smoking room at some point. I choked from the moment I arrived. After 48 hours all of my clothes smell horrible and I have to be in the UK for work for another three days. I could leave the windows open, but giant spiders were coming in. No other source of ventilation. The property desperately needs to re-do the carpet, wall paper, everything. I hate leaving this review because the place is otherwise charming and this inn seemed much better than the nearby hotels my friends were staying in. But until this problem is fixed, avoid the "Teddy" room. I'm going to be searching for febreeze. The other issue is that every time I tried to order food that wasn't breakfast, I was told the kitchen was too busy. There are no other food options for miles. So bring some snacks - I wish I did! It's doubly disappointing because the food on the website looks absolutely fantastic.
The inn is adorable, if remote. Taxis from the train station are a bit tricky to get and expensive. Staff was fantastic and a lot of fun. Breakfast is great. Main issue is that my room absolutely reeked of tobacco. My "non smoking room" was definitely a smoking room at some point. I choked from the moment I arrived. After 48 hours all of my clothes smell horrible and I have to be in the UK for work for another three days. I could leave the windows open, but giant spiders were coming in. No other source of ventilation. The property desperately needs to re-do the carpet, wall paper, everything. I hate leaving this review because the place is otherwise charming and this inn seemed much better than the nearby hotels my friends were staying in. But until this problem is fixed, avoid the "Teddy" room. I'm going to be searching for febreeze. The other issue is that every time I tried to order food that wasn't breakfast, I was told the kitchen was too busy. There are no other food options for miles. So bring some snacks - I wish I did! It's doubly disappointing because the food on the website looks absolutely fantastic.
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Stephen
Sep 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Probably the best and friendliest pub I have ever stayed in. Superb service with fantastic food, the breakfast was at another level. Will certainly visit again and thank you so much for looking after myself and my son.
Probably the best and friendliest pub I have ever stayed in. Superb service with fantastic food, the breakfast was at another level. Will certainly visit again and thank you so much for looking after myself and my son.
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matthew
Nov 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great food and friendly staff will definitely be coming back for another stay
Great food and friendly staff will definitely be coming back for another stay
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Susan
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good choice while house-hunting in the area. Quiet clean room with ample breakfast options and a good restaurant for an evening meal. Missed having a shower - bath only.
Good choice while house-hunting in the area. Quiet clean room with ample breakfast options and a good restaurant for an evening meal. Missed having a shower - bath only.
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Matthew
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
A very lovely pub in a picturesque village. Spacious rooms, friendly staff, very good food and a broad selection of wines and beers. I arrived just in time for the last dinner order, thankfully. Breakfast was included in my stay and was also very nice. The pub is very homely, warmly lit and has a classic village inn feel. The bathroom in my room could probably benefit from a slight cosmetic improvement but that is a minor point on what was overall a pleasant but brief stay.
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Elaine
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property is tired and needs better management no TV remote working in room waiting times for evening meal was very poor and expensive for a pub did not have all the breakfast menu
This property is tired and needs better management no TV remote working in room waiting times for evening meal was very poor and expensive for a pub did not have all the breakfast menu
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Lisa
Aug 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A hidden treasure in the middle of a charming village. Check in was fuss-free and friendly, the room was gorgeous and the pub itself was fabulous. Traditional flagstone floor, wonderful outdoor seating area and to top it all, the food was of a high standard and freshly cooked. Would highly recommend.
A hidden treasure in the middle of a charming village. Check in was fuss-free and friendly, the room was gorgeous and the pub itself was fabulous. Traditional flagstone floor, wonderful outdoor seating area and to top it all, the food was of a high standard and freshly cooked. Would highly recommend.
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Srinivasan
Aug 7, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Love the location and the food was amazing. Enjoyed our stay even though it was a work trip.
Love the location and the food was amazing. Enjoyed our stay even though it was a work trip.
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matthew
Aug 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location , very helpful staff great food
Great location , very helpful staff great food
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Alan
Jul 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Super dinner menu
Super dinner menu
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Paul
May 30, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
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FAQs about The Greyhound Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available onsite.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 13:00 to 15:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Sydling St. Nicholas, within a 10-minute drive of Cerne Abbas Giant and Clay Pigeon Raceway. It is approximately 14.7 miles from the Dorset and East Devon Coast and 7 miles from the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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- 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
- A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
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