The Brace Of Pheasants Hotel - Alton Pancras

Historic country pub with locally sourced dining in Dorset's scenic countryside

Rooms at The Brace of Pheasants

Guest rooms at the Brace of Pheasants include options in the main building and a separate garden wing, each with a TV. The garden wing rooms offer a large bath and a small seating area outside. These rooms sit behind the pub with direct access from the adjacent parking lot, avoiding the need to carry luggage up stairs.

Dining at the Brace of Pheasants

The Brace of Pheasants serves a menu built around local produce, with game, lamb, and seasonal specials like venison faggots and gamekeeper's welsh rarebit. Breakfast offers a choice of Continental or Full English/Irish, including fresh sourdough and granola. The bar stocks real ale from the cask, such as the own-brand Flack's Double Drop, and a selection of wines.

Location and Surroundings

A Brace of Pheasants sits in the village of Plush, within driving distance of Cerne Abbas (20 minutes), Dorchester (20 minutes), and the Jurassic Coast (30 minutes). Nearby attractions include Weymouth Harbour (29 km), Corfe Castle (39 km), and Monkey World (24 km). The area offers marked cycling routes and walking paths, including a two-and-a-half-hour walk to Cerne Abbas.

The Inn and Its Character

This Brace of Pheasants building is a thatched, characterful pub with exposed beams and log fires, housing historic photographs on the walls. The inn includes a private dining room for groups and a downstairs lounge available to guests. Outside, a garden with tables provides a setting for drinks or meals in fine weather.

Services and Amenities

Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, and free on-site parking is provided for all guests. The staff, led by the landlord, offer prompt service and a welcoming approach, with many reviews noting the efficiency of the check-in and checkout processes. Guest rooms at the Brace of Pheasants are non-smoking, and the pub welcomes dogs in the bar area.

• Location: Deep in Dorset countryside, 30 minutes from the Jurassic Coast
• Rooms: Garden wing with large bathtub and outdoor seating
• Dining: Locally sourced menu, real ale from the cask, fresh sourdough breakfast
• Activities: Walking paths to Cerne Abbas, cycling routes, near Corfe Castle
• Pet Policy: Dogs allowed in the bar area
• Ideal for: Couples, walkers, cyclists, leisure seekers