Welcome to The Five Bells Inn, a traditional Dorset country pub where locals, walkers, campers and visitors all feel at home.
Nestled on the edge of the picturesque village of Whitchurch Canonicorum, just minutes from the Jurassic Coast, we’re known for our warm welcome, homemade food, local ales and peaceful coutryside campsite.
A Very Warm Welcome Awaits
Whether you’re joining us for a relaxing drink by the fire, a hearty meal with family and friends, or a peaceful countryside camping escape, you’ll always find a warm welcome waiting.
Delicous Home Cooked Food
At The Five Bells, you’ll discover delicious homemade food, local ales, a cosy pub atmosphere, and a beautiful beer garden perfect for sunny afternoons.
Dog Friendly
Our dog-friendly inn is a favourite with walkers, holidaymakers and locals alike, offering the perfect place to unwind after exploring the stunning Marshwood Vale and nearby coastal treasures such as Charmouth, Lyme Regis and West Bay.
Best Newcomer
Award Winner
Landlady, Joanna took over the pub in November 2024 and has recently been awarded The Palmers Brewery Best Newcomer Award
- Vince D.16 Jul 2026This is a gem of a pub. The staff, service and food were superb. We ate in the garden with cleverly angled brolly to shade from the early evening sun. Both the starter and mains were delicious, plentiful and great value. We skipped pudding on this occasion but will return for sure. It was a great atmosphere Five Bells team, thank you!read moreread less×Vince D.16 Jul 2026This is a gem of a pub. The staff, service and food were superb. We ate in the garden with cleverly angled brolly to shade from the early evening sun. Both the starter and mains were delicious, plentiful and great value. We skipped pudding on this occasion but will return for sure. It was a great atmosphere Five Bells team, thank you!Sammy G.20 Jun 2026Lovely place with warm and welcoming staff.Food was delicious...fresh and hot! Great value for money.Would definitely recommend and 100% return next time we are in the area.read moreread less
- Alan P.09 Jun 2026Good value pub food with decent local beers. A no-frills pub in a quiet village location.read moreread lessAngela B.27 May 2026Had fab meal this evening Steak / chips etc followed by Raspberry / Hazelnut roulade ! All lovely ! Very friendly ! Thank you. 🤩read moreread less
- Leila G.20 May 2026Really good food, we were staying nearby and ate here two nights in a row. The Sunday roast was particularly good, and as for the homemade puddings - to die for! Our whole party really liked it here.read moreread less
- Tom P.10 May 2026Came here as a family of 8 twice during our holiday and the food was great both nights. Portion sizes were generous, the 2 kids were very happy and everyone felt as though they got value for money. Would definitely recommend.read moreread less
- Amy E.10 Apr 2026So grateful that a table for two was available Easter Saturday, by the fire which was lovely. Great atmosphere and you can tell that it is a locals favourite which is awesome to see in a small village pub. Food was lush too, proper prawns in the prawn cocktail and the pie filling was amazing in the steak and ale (didn’t try the other one so can’t comment). Topped it off with a cheesecake which was equally awesome. They seem to be very dog friendly, as well as accommodating families with children. Seemed to be good value for money and we will be visiting again for sure. Thank you for a lovely evening.read moreread less×Amy E.10 Apr 2026So grateful that a table for two was available Easter Saturday, by the fire which was lovely. Great atmosphere and you can tell that it is a locals favourite which is awesome to see in a small village pub. Food was lush too, proper prawns in the prawn cocktail and the pie filling was amazing in the steak and ale (didn’t try the other one so can’t comment). Topped it off with a cheesecake which was equally awesome. They seem to be very dog friendly, as well as accommodating families with children. Seemed to be good value for money and we will be visiting again for sure. Thank you for a lovely evening.Hilary S.10 Apr 2026“Thank you….Thank you” for a great evening of celebrationHot plates…cool wine succulent turkey fresh veg in abundance and gorgeous gravy 👏👏💐ps. Almost forgot the tasty cheese board and delicious cakeread moreread less
- Greg W.10 Apr 2026Just popped in on Easter Sunday with the wife, and they accommodated our 8 week old and big Labrador without questions. The roast was delicious, and well priced. The desserts that we indulged in were lovely. The cider I had, cold, and crisp. The staff were friendly and we had a wonderful time.read moreread less×Greg W.10 Apr 2026Just popped in on Easter Sunday with the wife, and they accommodated our 8 week old and big Labrador without questions. The roast was delicious, and well priced. The desserts that we indulged in were lovely. The cider I had, cold, and crisp. The staff were friendly and we had a wonderful time.David W.10 Apr 2026Loved the steak. I haven't had it in years. Friendly staff. Good value. 30 quid each for two mains, two drinks and two sweetsread moreread less
- Nicholas S.10 Mar 2026Great food made fresh and served hot, great selection of beer and it feels like a real pub—unpretentious and friendly. Will definitely be back.read moreread lessHannah M.10 Feb 2026Lovely pub situated in picturesque West Dorset. We had Sunday Roasts, with were well portioned with excellent roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and generous gravy serving with an addition gravy boat for the table. Good menu for vegetarians too. Great home cooked food, and friendly staff.read moreread less×Hannah M.10 Feb 2026Lovely pub situated in picturesque West Dorset. We had Sunday Roasts, with were well portioned with excellent roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and generous gravy serving with an addition gravy boat for the table. Good menu for vegetarians too. Great home cooked food, and friendly staff.
- Oliver M.10 Dec 2025We went there for a Sunday lunch and it was excellent. Locally sourced meat with a great selection of vegetables - good portion sizes and priced fairly. Lovely village pub atmosphere with a rustic feel and friendly staff.read moreread less
- Tony C.10 Nov 2025Bit disappointed as they had run out of beef but the pork was amazing so got over it quickly. Selection of veg was great,loads of gravy. Lovely pub, sat by the fire, would recommend and definitely go again. If had to be critical plates could be bigger but wasn't an issue as veg sat bowls until made room.read moreread less×Tony C.10 Nov 2025Bit disappointed as they had run out of beef but the pork was amazing so got over it quickly. Selection of veg was great,loads of gravy. Lovely pub, sat by the fire, would recommend and definitely go again. If had to be critical plates could be bigger but wasn't an issue as veg sat bowls until made room.
- Kaye J.10 Nov 2025Family catch up with great food and excellent service. Would recommend booking ahead.read moreread lessBree C.10 Oct 2025Came here a few weeks ago with my young children and husband. Lovely atmosphere and great friendly people. Staff were very accommodating and helpful. My husband and I both had the steak and Stilton pies, they were incredible. They were the best pies we’ve ever had, full of meat with a crispy top. I would highly recommend and give a 11/10 if I could!!read moreread less×Bree C.10 Oct 2025Came here a few weeks ago with my young children and husband. Lovely atmosphere and great friendly people. Staff were very accommodating and helpful. My husband and I both had the steak and Stilton pies, they were incredible. They were the best pies we’ve ever had, full of meat with a crispy top. I would highly recommend and give a 11/10 if I could!!
