NEW MENU COMING SOON
29th May
The flavours of spring are always something to look forward to, and our new seasonal menu is just around the corner with your firm favourites alongside some new seasonal dishes. Think cheese, spinach & mushroom potato frittata, Half roast chicken with skin on chips and crispy haddock fishcake with melted smoked cheese centre to name a few.
Book your table to try our new menu from the 29th May.
Father's Day
16th June
Where else would be more fitting to celebrate Father’s Day? Raise a pint to all the dads out there, whilst kicking off England’s Euros campaign with us. With our range of real ales and craft beers, our two course Father’s Day menu, and England vs. Serbia shown live from 8pm, you’re all set for a great celebration.
Lunch Club
What better way to start the new year than with our £10 lunch menu.
Choose from a tasty selection of pub classics, sandwiches and wraps along with a choice of beer, cider, wine or a soft drink for just £10.
Available 12-5pm Monday- Friday, we’ve got your lunch sorted.
A traditional family-friendly pub
Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in the impressive roadside pub located in the hamlet of East Knighton. Here at The Countryman Inn, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand.
Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there’s a dish for every desire.
Turn your fleeting visit into a welcomed stay by resting your head in one of our Nine ensuite rooms. All decorated with cosy interiors and homely touches you’ll be able to unwind in comfort and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in a home away from home.
Seriously good pub food
Where freshly prepared pub classics meet indulgent flavours, and irresistible bar snacks pair perfectly with our drinks.
With traditional family favourites, small plates to keep the little ones happy and generous sharers to enjoy between friends, our menu is bursting with flavour and promises to satisfy any craving.
RAISING THE BAR
Our bar is fully stocked with the best selection of your favourite drinks! From world lagers to spirits, wines to cocktails and every tipple in-between.
Join us for a fleeting cocktail with a friend, a quiet pint at the bar, or celebrate the big occasion and start your weekend with high spirits. No matter what you fancy, we’ll have something to tickle your tastebuds every time.
CRAB SHACK
The Crab Shack is our little hidden gem, tucked away in the corner of our beautiful beer garden.
At the Crab Shack you can enjoy a small range of bites, including our delicious Crab Open Sandwich with white & brown crab meat and our famous House Crab Shack Sauce.
You can even enjoy our Skin-On Dirty Chips, topped with crab and our house sauce! And if crab isn’t for you, you can also treat yourself to our scampi or succulent southern fried chicken!
So, are you looking to dine in an idyllic setting just four miles from the famous Jurassic Coast? The Crab Shack is the authentic seaside pub experience.
STAY A WHILE
The Countryman Inn is host to nine comfortable rooms for a place to rest your head, whether you spend your days exploring the countryside or retreating to the bar. We are the perfect respite, no matter if it’s a few days or just for the night, the Countryman Inn is the place to be.
Find out more & bookFind Us
The Countryman Inn is located on Blacknoll Lane in the heart of East Knighton village, Dorchester.
Whether you’ve been exploring the local area or just wanting a pub outing – we’ll see you soon.