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The Botany Bay InnE

A Dorset destination pub with a relaxed atmosphere, great hospitality and a real sense of character.

Founded by lifelong friends Charlie and Jake and part of Gordano Inns, The Botany Bay has been thoughtfully refreshed to create a warm, stylish setting for good food, drinks and time well spent. The focus is simple: fresh, seasonal, flavour-led food made with quality ingredients, served properly and without fuss.

OUR HISTORY

Our Difference

More Than Just a Great Pub

Fresh, Seasonal Food

Flavour-led dishes made with quality ingredients, from pub favourites to seasonal specials and Sunday roasts.

Relaxed, Family-Friendly

A welcoming pub for everyone, with a spacious garden, children’s play area and plenty of room to settle in and stay a while.

Events & Good Times

From summer BBQs and garden parties to spontaneous nights around the pub piano, something is always happening at The Botany Bay.

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FESTIVE PLANNING

Christmas, done properly.

Join us for festive food, cosy pub atmosphere and plenty of Christmas cheer. Whether you’re planning a family get-together, a catch-up with friends or a relaxed Sunday meal, we’ve got something to make the season feel special.

Take a look at our festive Sunday menu, then fill out the festive booking form to reserve your table.

FESTIVE SUNDAY MENU FESTIVE BOOKING FORM

PARK4NIGHT

Eat, drink and stay awhile

Passing through Dorset in your campervan or motorhome? The Botany Bay offers free overnight parking for guests who spend with us in the pub, with space for up to 10 vehicles.

Just check in at the bar when you arrive, enjoy a meal or a few drinks, and make The Botany Bay part of your journey.

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REVIEWS

What Our Guests Say

M R

3 weeks ago

We stopped by while traveling. The parking lot was empty, so there was a moment of hesitation, but it turned out our concerns were unfounded. The place quickly filled with customers.

The food was delicious. The service was friendly. The place had a nice atmosphere. The only thing missing was some sea shanties-style music to complete the experience.

But it's definitely worth a visit.

Richard Burrett

4 weeks ago

This chef is super talented the bao buns superb. Had a lovely meal. Just very quiet and furniture a little tired.

Ghassan Teffaha

1 month ago

A Hidden Gem that we stumbled upon on our way to the Tank Museum, great atmosphere, rich and delicious food and a service with a smile from Yas. Highly recommend to passers-bys. We will come again on our way back.

Lee Swindle

3 months ago

Came for dinner tonight and I had to put a review as the 40 min drive from Bournemouth was well worth it. Food was amazing (we couldn’t even wait to take a pic of the pulled pork croquettes!), the service was fantastic and Yasmin was lovely and made sure we were looked after at all times. We’ll definitely be back.

laura Duffin

5 months ago

Me and my family had a wonderful meal here to celebrate the end of a holiday we just had. The service was very good right from the start, food was delicious and both of the young girls who served us were lovely! Had a little laugh and joke with them both which was nice to have! Good customer service doesn’t come around often enough!

George Gill

6 months ago

Friday early evening. Whole pub has been tastefully decorated. Food was nothing short of Haute Cuisine for a very reasonable price (£15.50/person including drink). Cider battered hake came as small or large - glad we took the small as we don't think we could have eaten the large - they should be described as normal and huge. Their story (bottom of the menu) makes interesting reading.

Good food. Great hospitality. Done properly.

A Dorset destination pub with a relaxed atmosphere, great hospitality and a real sense of character.

More Than Just a Great Pub

Fresh, Seasonal Food

Relaxed, Family-Friendly

Events & Good Times

Christmas, done properly.

Eat, drink and stay awhile

What Our Guests Say

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