The Fountain Inn

The Fountain dates back from 1793 and offers comfortable, traditional accommodation. They have 20 en-suite bedrooms, including good options for guests who require a single, twin or dog friendly room. Cowes sits on the west bank of the estuary of the River Medina and is home to the biggest sailing regatta in the world.

St Leonard’s Hotel

Nestled on the edge of the New Forest St Leonards is a glorious British pub, the perfect base to explore Bournemouth and the Dorset coast. Following an extensive refurbishment they have 42 classically designed bedrooms, a bustling bar and restaurant serving delicious pub classics.

The King’s Head Hotel

Situated in the main square of the market town of Wimborne Minster, the King’s Head is an impressive 200-year-old building. This pub has an inviting bar and restaurant and 27 opulent bedrooms, offering a comfortable nights stay.

The Commodore

The Commodore overlooks the Isle of Purbeck and commands great sea views from the cliff tops and out on to some of Dorset’s best beaches. They have 15 very affordable bedrooms, many with sea views and there are good options for families too. Southbourne is about four miles to the west of Bournemouth, and is known for it’s eateries and Blue Flag beach.

The Dartbridge Inn

The Dartbridge Inn is a picture perfect, refurbished, 19th century Devon pub which sits snugly on the edge of The Dartmoor National Park. This friendly and welcoming pub has 17 comfortable en-suite bedrooms, including rooms suitable for guests bringing their dog. Buckfastleigh is a market town situated beside the A38 Devon Expressway, about ten miles from Paignton beach.