The Crown At Marnhull Hotel - Sturminster Newton

16th-century coaching inn in Dorset countryside with complimentary breakfast

Accommodations

The Crown At Marnhull offers superior family rooms with private bathrooms, each stocked with Faith in Nature toiletries and fresh milk in the refrigerator. The superior family room includes extra space for a travel cot and a large en-suite bathroom with both a bath and a separate shower. All rooms have work desks and TVs, with some rooms featuring a roll-top bath.

Dining

The Crown At Marnhull Hotel Sturminster Newton serves British and European cuisines with a menu that includes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Breakfast offers a pre-order menu with full English/Irish, American, and continental choices, all cooked fresh that morning. The pub also runs a pizza night and a Sunday carvery with multiple meat options and endless vegetables.

Leisure & Activities

The inn has a large enclosed beer garden with sun umbrellas, ideal for al fresco dining and drinks. Guests have direct access to hiking and cycling routes through the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Crown Marnhull also hosts regular club suppers and community events in its historic bar.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Crown At Marnhull is located in the village of Marnhull, the fictional setting for Tess of the d'Urbervilles, and the inn itself appears as the 'Pure Drop Inn' in Hardy's novel. Stourhead House and Gardens is 20 km away, and Longleat Safari Park is 37 km from the property. Other nearby attractions include Sherborne Old Castle (18 km) and Salisbury Cathedral within an hour's drive.

Pet-Friendly & Family

Crown Inn Marnhull welcomes dogs in designated pet-friendly rooms and allows them in the bar area during pub hours. Family rooms accommodate up to three guests, and the staff can provide travel cots on request. The large garden gives children and pets space to play, while separate kids' meals are available on the dining menu.

• Historical significance: Thomas Hardy's 'Pure Drop Inn' from Tess of the d'Urbervilles
• Rooms: Superior family rooms with private bathrooms and fresh milk
• Dining: British and European cuisine with Sunday carvery and pizza night
• Pet-friendly: Dog-friendly rooms and bar area
• Location: 20 km to Stourhead, 37 km to Longleat Safari Park
• Activities: Cycling and hiking routes in Dorset AONB
• Breakfast: Complimentary full English, vegetarian, and vegan options