The Old Ship, 16 High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UW
Key Features
- Dorchester high street pub/restaurant with four letting rooms
- Prime position in historic Dorset town centre
- Refurbished recently throughout with great commercial kitchens
- Four letting rooms with private bathrooms
- Front bar seats 60 plus rear seating for 20
- Partly covered rear beer garden for 60 and front outside seating
- Self-contained manager's apartment • Two off street parking spaces
Description
Dorchester high street pub/restaurant with four letting rooms - Prime position in historic Dorset town centre - Refurbished recently throughout with great commercial kitchens - Four letting rooms with private bathrooms - Front bar seats 60 plus rear seating for 20 - Partly covered rear beer garden for 60 and front outside seating - Self-contained manager's apartment - Two off street parking spaces -
Dorchester is the county town of Dorset, had a population of approximately 21,366 according to the 2021 Census. In 2023, Dorchester welcomed around 41,100 staying visitors, generating 154,000 visitor-nights and approximately 665,400 day-trippers, contributing directly to an estimated?£42.3 million in visitor spending. Positioned on one of the town's most historic thoroughfares, this charming property benefits from high footfall and proximity to key local landmarks including the Old Crown Court and Cells, Dorset County Museum and St?Peter's Church all within a few steps. Just a stone's throw away, visitors can enjoy the cultural and entertainment offerings of Brewery Square, featuring boutique shops, premier cinema, cafes and a thriving leisure atmosphere. Excellent transport links enhance accessibility: Dorchester West and Dorchester South train stations are both within a 10-minute walk, ensuring seamless connectivity to the broader Dorset region.
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- 2026-07-12
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