January 2021
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, The Ship Inn is currently closed to the public.
We are however operating our popular takeaway service, please click here to view our current takeaway menu.
Takeaways are available for collection Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 5pm - 8pm and Sundays from 12pm - 3pm. Please phone through your orders on 01747 838 640 giving as much notice as you can.
Thank you for your support.
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
12pm - 3pm and 6pm - 11pm Monday - Friday
12pm - 12am Saturday
12pm - 10pm Sunday
Food Served
12pm – 2.30pm and 6pm - 9pm Monday to Saturday
12pm – 2.30pm Sunday. Please note the kitchen is closed Sunday Evenings
