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ACCOMMODATION and MEALS 

Participants are requested to make their own arrangements for accommodation and meals during the courses, but there is plenty of choice in the area.

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 FOOD
Lunches and evening meals are available at the Fox and Hounds in Cattistock, and at the Chalk and Cheese in Maiden Newton, a mile away, which also boasts an excellent Fish and Chips takeaway open in the evenings.
There is a village shop and Post Office in Cattistock which sells groceries (and many other things besides). In addition there are many good restaurants in the wider area offering seasonal, locally sourced food - such as the renowned Wild Garlic in Beaminster which is 20 minutes away, and the Michelin-starred Siena in Dorchester, also 20 minutes away.  Contact us if you would like more information about these, at contact@mythicimagination.info

 ACCOMMODATION
Below is a list of some of the accommodation available in Cattistock and the surrounding area, of widely varying prices and types. The information below is a guide only - it has been mainly gleaned from other websites and so may not be accurate or up-to-date. Please make your own further enquiries as necessary.

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 Cattistock

 Bun House
Bun House is in the centre of Cattistock next to the Post Office, and originally comprised two cottages, one of which used to be the village bakery. Essentially Georgian in character, this comfortable house offers a home from home and an excellent central base from which to explore the county before returning for a good night's rest. We cook hearty breakfasts using local produce wherever possible.

Double Occupancy:

Main Bedroom: £35 per person per night.
Second Bedroom: (only available to same party as first) £30 per person per night.
Single occupancy: £40 per person per night
Discount available for more than one night's stay.

N. B. Bun House offers special rates for people on Mythic Imagination courses:
Single occupancy - Book two weekend courses (3 nights each) and get £20 discount for the second weekend
(£100 instead of £120).
Double occupancy - Book two weekend courses (3 nights each) and get £30 discount for the second weekend
(£190 instead of £210).

Contact: Bun House, Cattistock, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 0HY.
Telephone 01300 321200.
Email: stay@bunhouse.co.uk
www.bunhouse.co.uk

 High Trees
A stylish property, offering friendly and luxurious en-suite bed and breakfast accommodation in Cattistock.  The house is on the western edge of the village, overlooking the surrounding countryside, with ample off-road parking.
Main guest bedroom £30 per person per night; 2nd guest bedroom £25 per person per night. 
Contact: High Trees B&B, Cattistock, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0JB
Phone: 01300 320055
Email: info@hightreesdorset.co.uk

www.hightreesdorset.co.uk

 Fuller’s Earth
A Grade 2 Listed country house dating to about 1750, and a cosy, elegant B&B famed for its breakfasts. 
Two bedrooms with a double bed in each, £70.00 - £80.00 per night (2 people sharing)
Single occupancy of double room:  £60.00 - £65.00 per night
Contact: Wendy and Ian Gregory
Fuller’s Earth, Cattistock, Dorset DT2 0JL
01300 320190
07968 325698
Email: stay@fullersearth.co.uk
www.fullersearth.co.uk

The Fox and Hounds is a cosy 16th century coaching inn in the centre of Cattistock.
Scott and Liz Flight serve local beer and delicious locally produced food.
Three rooms available, two double and one twin.
The prices are: £75.00 per room per night with breakfast
£65.00 per room per night, single occupancy, with breakfast
£50.00 per room per night, no breakfast.
All rates include free use of Cattistock Tennis Courts, and all letting rooms and the bar area have wifi access.
Discounts offered on stays of four nights or more.
Contact: Liz and Scott Flight on 01300 320444
The Fox and Hounds,
Duck Street, Cattistock, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 0JH
www.foxandhoundsinn.com

Additional B&Bs are usually available in Cattistock - please contact us for more details. contact@mythicimagination.info


Maiden Newton – 1 mile from Cattistock

 Canon's Garden B&B
Conveniently within walking distance of Cattistock.
1 single bedroom with shared bathroom, and 1 Double en suite with TV and beverage making facilities.

£40 per person per night.

Contact: Sophie, 1 Canon's Garden, Church Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset DT2 0AA
Tel: 01300 320920 Mobile: 07891 239783 

 

Lower Wraxall – 1 mile from Cattistock

 The Old Forge bedroom
Formerly the village forge, this one-bedroom hideaway nestles in the tiny, beautiful village of Lower Wraxall, two hills away from Cattistock, in walkable distance.
Breakfast is served across a quiet road and stream in the owners’ farmhouse. Judy prides herself on using locally sourced produce and her marmalade and bread are often home made.
Double bed with TV etc. The ensuite bathroom is spacious.

£35.00 - £45.00 per person per night.
Contact:
Mr & Mrs J E Thompson, Lower Wraxall Farmhouse, Lower Wraxall, Dorset DT2 0HL
Tel: 01935 83218

 

  FURTHER AFIELD...

Grimstone - 4 miles from Cattistock

 The Royal Yeoman
Once Grimstone village inn, the Royal Yeoman B&B is now a charming detached residential house offering excellent value bed and breakfast. All rooms have TV, generous hospitality trays and FREE WiFi Internet Access. Residents lounge with full Sky channels & 42" TV. We have ample car parking backed by a large attractive garden with a mill stream and access to beautiful walks along the River Frome. We are located 3 miles from the historic town of Dorchester on the main A37 in the hamlet of Grimstone.
4 double or twin rooms ranging from £50 to £75 per night. £45 single occupancy.
Contact: Sue or Garry Steel, The Royal Yeoman, 9 Dorchester Road, Grimstone, Dorset DT2 9NA
Phone/fax: 01305 261145
Email: garry@royalyeoman.co.uk

www.royalyeoman.co.uk


 Sydling St. Nicholas – 4 miles from Cattistock

 Magiston Farm
Working farm in beautiful and peaceful valley; large garden with river running through.
6 Bedrooms – 1 double, 3 twin, 1 single. Bathrooms: 1 private, 1 shared.
Single Bed and Breakfast £25.00 per room
Double /Twin Bed and Breakfast £50.00 per room.
Evening meal available at £15 per head
Contact: Magiston Farm, Sydling St Nicholas, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9NR
Tel: 01300 320295

 Hazel Cottage
Attractive cottage, reached by crossing a little footbridge over Sydling Water,  set in pretty gardens and situated in a quiet secluded position well away from any passing traffic.
1 twin and 1 double room.
Prices range from £38 to £65
Contact Penny and Charles Cordy
Hazel Cottage, 1 Waterside Walk, Sydling St Nicholas, Dorset DT2 9PJ
Tel 01300 341618

Email: charlescordy@hazelcottage.ndo.co.uk
www.hazelcottagedorset.co.uk

 The Greyhound Inn
Beautiful inn in the middle of this idyllic village, serving good food.
We have 6 en-suite double bedrooms all offering comfortable accommodation with hairdryer, coffee and tea making facilities, TVs. Three of the rooms have sofa beds which can be used as family rooms or twins. Prices range from £70 to £90 per room and includes full English breakfast.
26 High Street, Sydling St Nicholas, Dorset DT2 9PD
Tel: 01300 341303
Email: info@thegreyhound.net

www.thegreyhound.net

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West Compton – 4 miles from Cattistock

 Manor Farm B&B
Stunning country house in peaceful valley.  
We have a selection of rooms available and can cater for most needs, including those of any four legged friends, as we are a pet friendly bed and breakfast. All bedrooms are a comfortable size, with bed sizes ranging from king size to singles depending on your requirements and decoration could be described as shabby chic.  Bathroom facilities vary and most are private. 
Single Room £35.00 per night, including breakfast 
Double Room £45.00 per night, including breakfast
Twin Room £45.00 per night, including breakfast
Contact us at: Manor Farm, West Compton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0EY
Tel: 01300 320 400
E-mail: info@westcompton.co.uk
www.manorfarmwestcompton.co.uk

 

Cerne Abbas  – approx 5 miles from Cattistock

Giant's Head Camping and Caravanning Park
A peaceful, rural park with exceptional views of Dorset Downs and Blackmore Vale,  near the ancient village of Cerne Abbas where the 180 foot high figure of the Cerne man is carved into the hillside.
It is a well drained site of three and a half acres with a good, hard access road. There are 50 pitches for caravans or tents, with terraces.

Contact: Old Sherborne Road,
Cerne Abbas, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7TR
Tel/fax: 01300 341242
e-mail: holidays@giantshead.co.uk

http://www.giantshead.co.uk/

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