It's five centuries since Sherborne's oldest, cosiest inn pulled its first pint; today it signals its age with wooden settles polished smooth by countless behinds. The food is enduring pub grub fare: robust steaks, ham and egg, homemade puddings and a 'roast of the day'.
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Dorset
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A particularly fine product of Henry VIII's castle-building spree, with expansive views over Portland Harbour.
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The impressive red-brick Custom House dates from 1813 – look out for the Union Jack and gilded coat of arms.
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26.59 MILES
A particularly fine product of Henry VIII's castle-building spree, with expansive views over Portland Harbour.
28.37 MILES
The impressive red-brick Custom House dates from 1813 – look out for the Union Jack and gilded coat of arms.