There are no shortages of places to eat in and around Sturminster Newton. Here are our suggestions of pubs, cafes and restaurants. Do check websites for details about pre-booking, opening times and menus etc.
Bank House Brasserie
A bar and grill known for its tapas on Market Cross. https://www.bankhousebrasserie.co.uk/
Blackmore Vale Inn, Marnhull
One of the character pubs from Tess of the D’Urbervilles, this pub serves great food. https://www.facebook.com/theblackmorevaleinn
Crown Inn, Marnhull
Known as the Pure Drop Inn in Tess of the D’Urbervilles, The Crown is another lovely country pub serving good food. https://crowninn-marnhull.co.uk/
Is Shin
A great takeaway selling Chinese and Japanese food on Market Cross.
Joshua’s Coffee Shop
Serving light meals, cakes- and coffee of course. You’ll find this lovely cafe on Market Cross. https://sturminster-newton.org.uk/listing/joshuas-coffee-shop/
Mumbai Bay
An Indian restaurant and takeaway. https://www.mumbaibaydorset.co.uk/
Oxford’s Bakery
A great place to pick up a few items for a picnic or stay for a cup of tea and a pasty. And spot owner Steve Oxford on CNN talking about Sturminster Newton Mill. https://www.oxfordsbakery.co.uk/
Poets Corner
A friendly coffee shop and cafe run by Yasser on Station Road.
Stur of the Moment
This is a charming cafe on Bath Road serving light meals, cakes and coffees.
Swan Inn
Another good pub serving delicious food in Sturminster newton. This one’s on Market Place. https://swaninnsturminsternewton.co.uk/
Sweet Pea
A lovely cafe serving coffees, cakes, lunches. https://www.facebook.com/sweetpeastur
The Bull
A lovely 15th century thatched pub close to Sturminster Mill. You’ll find tasty food here and a deli selling local produce. https://thebulltavern.co.uk/
White Hart
Right in the centre of town on Market Cross, the White Hart has Hardy connections and has a great menu. https://whitehartalehouse.co.uk/
And if we missed one- do email us at sturlitfest1@gmail.com and we’ll add it.