Location: Bridport
Top Things to do in Bridport
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Bridport, England
Bridport is a market town in Dorset, England, situated approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) inland from the English Channel near the confluence of the small River Brit and its tributary the Asker. Its origins are Saxon and it has a long history as a rope-making centre, though many of its buildings date from the 18th century.
Restaurants in Bridport
1. Golden Cap Estate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 345 reviews
Reviewed By Bear_Tiger - Bromley, United Kingdom
We walked up to Golden Cap from Seatown, it’s about a mile up from the car park in Seatown. A fair climb, but this is the highest point on the south coast! We carried on past Golden Cap and turned right towards St Gabriel’s Wood, and right again back round past Langdon Hill where we did a circuit of the wood and then back down to Seatown. The entire walk was 4.5 miles and took us 1 hour 45 minutes.
2. West Bay Canoes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 204 reviews
A mobile canoeing guiding and company, with experiences on the river Brit from West Bay to Bridport. British Canoeing awards also available.
3. Furleigh Estate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
A vineyard and winery making world-class still and sparkling wine from Champagne grape varieties grown on site. Open for sales and tastings 11am till 5pm on Monday to Saturday. Tours of the vineyard and winery on Fridays and Saturdays at 11am and 2.30pm through out the year plus tours on Wednesdays from June to the end of September.
Reviewed By S17London - London, United Kingdom
The tour was really interesting. I thought our host kept things lively and interesting - enough facts balanced with anecdotes. He was welcoming and managed all the group's questions and queries. We had a short wine tasting afterwards - 2 still whites and one sparkling. Delicious wines - I was lucky to be able to buy a couple of bottles which I'm saving for a treat in the dull winter months! I particularly liked their Bacchus Dry. I twisted hub's arm to visit for a vineyard tour - to be fair I booked it and paid - he drove. Wanted to do this tour for ages but need a designated driver as the location is away from public transport. We did consider walking there from Lyme Regis but I didn't fancy walking back afterwards! This was the Classic tour at £15 a head which included the tasting of three wines. There is a also a Grand Tour - maybe next time... It's a beautiful setting - I'd have happily chilled out in the vineyard with a bottle or two...Great place - well worth a visit.
4. Hogchester
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Hogchester is a beautiful 60 acre site in the Dorset countryside. The rolling hills, meadows, streams and small woodland areas are a haven for wildlife. Some of the fields are undergoing wildflower meadow restoration and conservation work takes place across all areas of the site. Please visit the website for details of open days and events or to enquire about renting the onsite holiday cottage.
Reviewed By kas20280 - London, United Kingdom
We had been looking forward to staying here for so long - and it did not disappoint. The cottage was stylish and spotless, with fabulous comfy beds, and lots of games, toys, books and dvds for the whole family. The family are perfect hosts. It's a spectacular setting, and we spent the majority of each day on the farm, walking in the fields, meeting the animals, adventuring, and generally relaxing. Listening to the owls set off on their hunts at night as the last light disappeared over the sea in the distance ended each day perfectly. Lyme and Charmouth are only 5 minutes away, so there's loads to do on the doorstep - if you can be persuaded to leave the farm!
5. Hive Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 636 reviews
Reviewed By JanineW264 - Addlestone, United Kingdom
This was a wonderful find, with the bonus of National Trust Members being able to park for free!! The car park is large and is one both sides of the road. The walk to the beach is a short gentle slope. The shingle is fine and therefore not too difficult for us 50+ people. There is a small, and very informative, National Trust Shop (where you can also join up to become a member), as well as a very busy café overlooking the bay. There are miles to walk along the Jurassic coast and warnings not to sit under overhanging cliffs. We walked up the green hill to the east arriving at a small Pill Box - quite a steep walk should you have breathing difficulties, but manageable with stops. Would certainly recommend for families and people of all ages, maybe take a picnic to avoid the café queues. The toilets were slightly disappointing in that they were smelly and without toilet paper on this particular occasion, but we would certainly want to return to this beach.
6. Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 758 reviews
The Centre provides information on fossils, fossil hunting and the local coastal and marine wildlife. Facilities at the centre include interactive computers, hands on displays, marine tanks and a video microscope, all of which can help you to discover more about our stretch of the coastline. You will always find a helpful warden or volunteer who can help you identify your fossil finds. The Centre also has disabled access. Our Jurassic Theatre shows a short film on 'The Jurassic Coast and Finding fossils at Charmouth' (adults £1, children 50p). We also have a shop stocked with books for all levels, including some of our own publications, toys and souvenirs. Throughout the year we run guided fossil hunting walks and rockpooling walks along the local coastline. The Centre also has an extensive education programme. For information about the activities we have to offer to school groups please see our Primary Schools and Secondary Schools sections.
Reviewed By HKBracken - Oxford, United Kingdom
We loved this. Amazing fossil hunting guides who were patient, encouraging and enthusiastic (especially Dan) have turned my little girl into a modern day Mary Anning. We found a load of fossils and our children (5&4) are now completely fired up potential palaeontologists (as are their Mum and Dad). Thanks very much Charmouth Heritage Centre!
7. Electric Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
The Electric Palace is a unique 1920s theatre, right in the heart of Bridport, presenting a varied programme of film, comedy, music, live screenings of plays, live theatre and other events. The auditorium is the largest venue in the area with a maximum capacity of 500 people. The main and circle foyers feature beautiful original paintings by George Biles, a Bridport signwriter for the local brewery. It has recently undergone extensive renovation retaining and enhancing the original features. The structural integrity of the building has been improved and the cinema technology, stage equipment and other facilities have been brought into the 21st century. It is still owned by a local family, and the building continues to provide first-class entertainment for the people of Bridport, West Dorset and beyond. Our friendly, helpful team of staff and stewards look forward to welcoming you.
Reviewed By Sophieweston - Bridport, United Kingdom
This is an amazing venue to look at and nowadays it’s also a very comfortable one to be in. The sound system is great, the concessions are really good value and the team do an wonderful job front of house as well as behind the scenes. In addition to the theatre, comedy and live music it’s well worth knowing that the Electric Palace also book fantastic films and live screenings. (We gave up on the other film venue in Bridport because of the numb-bum seats, poor visibility, (the screen is tiny) and lousy sound) We choose a light and airy venue with fresh popcorn, excellent coffee and the best films.
8. West Bay Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,332 reviews
Reviewed By Kirkstar3000
Recently visited harbour lights fish and chips to find it is under new management Run by a very friendly helpful and welcoming couple Darren & Louise We as a family enjoyed fantastic food served and presented with excellence also very child & baby friendly and very affordable. We will most definitely be eating there again and I highly recommend harbour lights fish & chips to anyone visiting west bay or that live locally
9. The Marquis of Lorne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Tracey & Steve Brady would love to welcome you to The Marquis of Lorne, a 16th Century Country Pub & Inn, nestled in the beautiful hills of Nettlecombe, Dorset. We have featured in guides such as; AA Top 500 Places to Stay, Cask Marque Award of Excellence for Real Ale, CAMRA. The Real Ale Pub Guide, The Good Pub Guide, The Good Beer Guide & the AA Good Pub Guide, we're sure that you'll enjoy your stay with us, whether it be for a holiday, short break, a meal in our restaurant or just a quick pint! We have 7, en-suite non-smoking rooms, offering double, twin & single occupancy, with the option of extra beds to accommodate families. Our child friendly, double award winning garden is open all year round. Our fine restaurant offers freshly cooked, locally sourced lunches & dinners.
Reviewed By JACQUELINE211260 - Cheddar, United Kingdom
We love staying here, it's friendly, relaxing the rooms are decorated to a high standard and the home made biscuits are lovely, the food it also excellent and you have access to fresh milk for drinks in your room, makes such a difference.
10. Mangerton Mill
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By 80nigelr - Burnley, United Kingdom
I have been coming to Mangerton Mill for many years and have always enjoyed the food, it was a sad moment when retirement came around and last year the Teashop on the site was closed. This year it was a delight to see that it had reopened with new tenants a new menu and longer opening hours starting with breakfast at 09:30 am which is why I went. The tea room has both inside and outside seating some by the side of the Watermill. Inside the teashop has had some minor rearrangement of counter and tables but has lost non of its charm. I was greeted by very friendly staff invited to chose a table and given a menu. The very extensive breakfast menu was a delight to read and catered for all tastes and I really was spoilt for choice, in the end I elected for the full breakfast with toast and lots of tea. Everything was cooked at the time of order so there was a little but worthwhile wait for it to arrive, all produce with the exception of beans was locally sourced and fresh and was a delight to eat proper bacon rather than the see through variety you often find these days. To put it politely on completion I was stuffed! And did not need to eat again until the evening. For what I got it was reasonably priced and well worth having, also the reopening has brought new life into the site which is now busy which is of great benefits to the craft shops on site. Judging from what I have seen it is an excellent tea shop with home cooked fair, Sunday lunch is available but you have to book to guarantee a place, and I understand there is a lunch during the week for the more senior amongst us. All in all a very positive experience and a must visit enjoy the tea rooms, visit the craft shops, have a walk round the lake and/or along the river to the sluice gates. One point of note there is currently no card machine so cash only or bank transfer are your options.
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