30.06.20 - ANNOUNCEMENT
We are pleased to announce that The Ship Inn, West Stour will be re-opening on Tuesday 7th July.
The bar and garden will be open for drinks from 6pm on Tuesday 7th July, the restaurant will be open from noon on Wednesday 8th July and our rooms from Monday 27th July.
In the interest of keeping all our customers and staff safe, we have been adjusting the business to meet the new guidelines. This does mean that we will be operating a little differently, but the usual Ship ethos & standards you are used to will remain. To view our Covid guidelines please click here….. and to view our Covid Risk Assessment please click here….
If you have any queries or would like to make a booking, please do give us a call on 01747 838 640 or via e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Gavin & Sally Griggs
Welcome to The Ship Inn at West Stour - Heart of Wessex CAMRA Pub of the Year 2016
The Ship is a privately owned informal country pub, retaining country pub values and atmosphere, whilst offering good quality food, drink and accommodation.
The Ship is a proper country pub, and as such has a number of traditional features mixed with plenty of modern touches.
We offer a variety of quality dishes using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. The bar serves a varied & interesting selection of real ales, beers, traditional ciders and wines, while our accommodation offers five comfortable en-suite rooms.
In 2016 The Ship was awarded "Heart of Wessex CAMRA Pub of the Year" and we are currently featured in both The Good Pub Guide and The Good Beer Guide; The Ship’s unique ambience and warm décor, offers ample opportunity to relax away from it all, whether you’re simply dropping in for a drink, something to eat, or staying for business or pleasure.
The Ship is an ideal base to explore the region and the nearby towns of Shaftesbury, Sherborne and Gillingham are all within easy reach. Local attractions include Stourhead House & Gardens, Longleat Safari Park, The Fleet Air Arm Museum and The Haynes Motor Museum. Walkers can enjoy exploring the Stour Valley Way with its nearby footpaths, which pass through the picturesque Dorset countryside.
Opening Hours
Monday - closed (at least for July)
12pm - 3pm and 6pm - 11pm Tuesday - Friday
12pm - 12am Saturday
12pm - 10pm Sunday
Food Served
Monday - closed (at least for July)
12pm – 2.30pm and 6pm - 9pm Tuesday to Saturday
12pm – 2.30pm Sunday. Please note the kitchen is closed Sunday Evenings
