Asker Lodge guidebook
Sightseeing
Great for walks (including up the iconic Colmers Hill), a couple of great shops and a cafe, all in a beautiful setting. A lovely place to spend a few hours.
17 locals recommend
Symondsbury Estate
Mill LaneGreat for walks (including up the iconic Colmers Hill), a couple of great shops and a cafe, all in a beautiful setting. A lovely place to spend a few hours.
From March to October the Bridport Vintage Market is held on the last Sunday of the month. Great for browsing, finding bargains and unexpected treasures - followed by brunch at the Red Brick Care
20 locals recommend
Bridport Vintage Market
From March to October the Bridport Vintage Market is held on the last Sunday of the month. Great for browsing, finding bargains and unexpected treasures - followed by brunch at the Red Brick Care
Stunning gardens with great views of the Jurassic Coast, plants for sale and a café. Abbotsbury town is also worth a look as it has lovely pubs, cafés and shops, and there’s even a ‘swannery’ (swan sanctuary) to visit.
128 locals recommend
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Bullers WayStunning gardens with great views of the Jurassic Coast, plants for sale and a café. Abbotsbury town is also worth a look as it has lovely pubs, cafés and shops, and there’s even a ‘swannery’ (swan sanctuary) to visit.
Essentially this is Bridport's beach and harbour with cafes and pubs. You can book fishing trips, paddleboarding and rib boat trips or head off on the South West Coastal Path.
47 locals recommend
West Bay Beach Dorset
EsplanadeEssentially this is Bridport's beach and harbour with cafes and pubs. You can book fishing trips, paddleboarding and rib boat trips or head off on the South West Coastal Path.
A real treasure to have in Bridport, the Electric Palace has theatre, cinema and national live acts. Check out their website for what's on.
32 locals recommend
Bridport Electric Palace
35 South StA real treasure to have in Bridport, the Electric Palace has theatre, cinema and national live acts. Check out their website for what's on.
A lovely beach for sunbathing in the summer or walking along to Cogden Beach and Chesil Beach Eastwards, or to West Bay if you head West There is a car park, dog-free area (dogs allowed further along the beach) and the Hive Cafe has both takeaway and a sit in restaurant for breakfast, coffee, lunch or dinner. Dolphins have been reported frolicking in the sea.
67 locals recommend
Burton Bradstock
A lovely beach for sunbathing in the summer or walking along to Cogden Beach and Chesil Beach Eastwards, or to West Bay if you head West There is a car park, dog-free area (dogs allowed further along the beach) and the Hive Cafe has both takeaway and a sit in restaurant for breakfast, coffee, lunch or dinner. Dolphins have been reported frolicking in the sea.
City/town information
Bridport is a bustling town with two weekly markets, a thriving art scene, great cafes, bars and restaurants - all just minutes away from the Jurassic Coast.
154 locals recommend
Bridport
Bridport is a bustling town with two weekly markets, a thriving art scene, great cafes, bars and restaurants - all just minutes away from the Jurassic Coast.
Food scene
Great little bar for real ale and local cider, all chalked up on a blackboard. Sit outside on barrels and while away an afternoon.
10 locals recommend
The Pursuit of Hoppiness
15 West StGreat little bar for real ale and local cider, all chalked up on a blackboard. Sit outside on barrels and while away an afternoon.
A lovely cafe for brunch or coffee and cake after wandering around Bridport's Vintage Quarter. Also do dinner specials on Friday evenings.
20 locals recommend
Red Brick Cafe
A lovely cafe for brunch or coffee and cake after wandering around Bridport's Vintage Quarter. Also do dinner specials on Friday evenings.
A cafe, restaurant and deli with seating inside and in a courtyard garden. Delicious Mediterranean-inspired small plates, soups and snacks.
52 locals recommend
Soulshine Cafe
76 South StA cafe, restaurant and deli with seating inside and in a courtyard garden. Delicious Mediterranean-inspired small plates, soups and snacks.
A favourite of ours. Tucked away down a little alley, it's a wonderful surprise. Top notch Asian cuisine and delicious cocktails.
55 locals recommend
Dorshi
6 Chancery LnA favourite of ours. Tucked away down a little alley, it's a wonderful surprise. Top notch Asian cuisine and delicious cocktails.
A classic British pub with food, live music and a lively weekly pub quiz.
10 locals recommend
The Ropemakers
36 West StA classic British pub with food, live music and a lively weekly pub quiz.
Traveler advice
Getting around
It's 15 mins cycle, 50 mins walk or 6 mins drive to beach
LOCAL TRANSPORT
The closest train stations to Asker Lodge are Dorchester, Crewkerne and Axminster, all approx 30 minutes’ drive from Bridport.
The cost of taxis to Bridport is approx:
• Dorchester £30-45
• Crewkerne £40-55
• Axminster £30-45
Buses: X51 & X53 go to/from Dorchester and Axminster. The 6 bus is to/from Crewkerne
Cycling is a great way to get around - ask us for recommendations and deals for bike hire.
Don't miss
Saturday street market is great for produce & antiques
Walking - walk down the old railway track to West Bay or do some of the South West Coastal Path. West Bay to Seatown is lovely - with a stop at the Anchor Inn before you head back.
Beaches - Burton Bradstock, just a few miles east of Bridport has a lovely beach and beach café called the Hive. Cogden Beach is the next beach as you head east, with an unspoiled, wilder vibe which leads into the 18 mile expanse of famous Chesil beach. For a more classic family seaside feel to your beach then head to Yarmouth or Swanage.