Eat, Rest, Play.
Bridport.

Things to do…

A garden with colorful flowers in front of a rustic brick house with white window shutters and a green sign that reads "Yate McGrath Framing." The house has a thatched roof and a small wooden bench nearby.

Symondsbury Estate

Manor Yard
Visit a truly unique destination, Symondsbury Estate is a working estate complete with stunning paths to explore and delicious food to devour! For the explorers amongst you, the estate has miles of trails to discover, check out what’s on offer here. They also have a delightful mix of boutique shops to wander round and end the afternoon with a meal at the Symondsbury Kitchen that focuses on sourcing local ingredients - a perfect day out!

Bridport Museum

South Street
Located in the heart of Bridport the Museum hosts a world of interactive displays and captivating stories to showcase the towns unique history. From Jurassic discoveries to Roman treasure, there’s so many unique items on display. There’s plenty of family-friendly activities for all ages for a fun way to engage in local history.

Interior of a theater with a stage, golden curtains, colorful wall paintings, ornate ceiling, and stage lights.

Electric Palace

South Street
In 1926 the local brewing family J C & R H Palmer dipping into an exciting venture by building an opera house in the centre of Bridport and it has remained at the heart of the community ever since. Electric Palace now offers first-class film & live entertainment with a continuously updating ‘what’s on’ list - be sure to check it out!

Art & Antiques

St Michael’s Estate

A wonderful place to explore during your time in Bridport by browsing for fascinating finds, head to the St Michael’s Trading Estate and roam the old rope factory which is full of local businesses centred around vintage clothing, art & antiques. Livingstone Textiles is also worth a wander to find some wonderful fabrics.

A scenic coastal view from a cliff with a dirt trail and a wooden marker post in the foreground. The ocean and a distant shoreline are visible under a partly cloudy sky.

Thorncombe Beacon

South West Coastal Path

As part of the wonderful south west coastal path, Thorncombe Beacon offers spectacular views across the Jurassic Coastline and out across the Lyme Bay. There’s a multitude of ways to reach this towering spot, but our favourite is the 7km loop from Seatown to Eype Mouth, there’s plenty of parking at the start and Eype Mouth is a popular spot for some mid-hike fossil hunting!

A woman is climbing an indoor rock climbing wall with colorful holds, while a man in a dark jacket and cap offers guidance or instructions. The woman is wearing a harness and climbing shoes.

Seal’s Cove

Shoe Lane

Looking for a place to entertain the whole family? Seal’s cove is an adventure-seekers paradise, from soft play to indoor climbing, it’s a thrilling & tiring day out for everyone! For the 5-17 years be sure to check out the Jurassic Ridge, a state of the art indoor climbing centre built by the same company that supplied the climbing walls at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

An indoor axe-throwing lane with colorful purple and blue lighting, a wooden target on the far wall, and safety cages on either side.

Viking Village

South Street
As part of the Seal’s Cove site, Viking Village is an epic spot for loads of exciting games, including: axe throwing, shuffleboard, cornhole, table football and many more! Perfect for a 1 v 1 or friendly family competition - they also serve food and have a well-stocked bar to keep you fuelled throughout your games.

A group of people riding in a black inflatable speedboat on the water near a sandy beach with cliffs in the background.

Lyme Bay Rib Charter

West Bay Harbourside
Lyme Bay Rib Charter is a local business that provides both fast and leisurely boat trips for the whole family, run by qualified, knowledgeable and experienced skippers you are in safe hands on their rib (rigid inflatable boat). It’s such an incredible way to see the Jurassic Coast, we adored the unrivalled coastline views and excellent tour guide knowledge! We offer an exclusive 10% discount on their thrilling one-way water taxi between Lyme Regis and West Bay, return at your own leisure via the X51 or X53 bus service, a wonderful way to explore! Ask us how to redeem when your stay is booked. (March to October bookings).

Cliffs overlooking a sandy beach with people, green hills and houses in the background, under a partly cloudy sky.

Explore West Bay

A Short 6min Drive
Head towards the nearest coastal town, West Bay, to explore some coastal delights from delicious places to eat to trekking the South-West-Coastal-Path there’s plenty to see & do. Head on over to our Eat, Rest, Play page for West Bay.

Aerial view of a coastal town with a sandy beach, harbor filled with boats, and hillside residential area.

Explore Lyme Regis & Charmouth

A Short 21min Drive
A short drive down the coast, you’ll find the bustling town of Lyme Regis, famous for it’s Jurassic Heritage, links to Jane Austen via The Cobb and internationally recognised as one of the best spots for fossil hunting! Interested? Check out our Eat, Rest, Play page for Lyme Regis or head on over to our Eat, Rest, Play page for Charmouth.

Eating & Drinking in Bridport

Assorted Asian dishes including ramen, spring rolls, and dumplings on a table.

Dorshi

Chancery Lane
A go-to-spot hidden in Bridport, Dorshi offers the best of Thai fusion for everyone, veggies and vegans too! The homemade dumplings are a fan favourite and the option to order small plates, dumplings or bowls gives you plenty of dishes to build the dinner of your dreams. Sit in, grab a drink at the bar or call en-route for a takeaway, it’s up to you, we highly recommend!

101

St Michael’s Lane
101 is a ‘if you know, you know’ restaurant tucked into the old trading estate in Bridport, it’s the place to go for a fresh & seasonal menu centred around good food. The Selected Grapes wine shops resides next door so well worth combining a trip to visit both during your stay! Intrigued? Check out what Mark Hix thought on a spontaneous trip to 101 here.

A white platter filled with golden-brown croquettes, with some cut open to reveal creamy and vegetable fillings.

Brassica Forno

East Street
Brassica Forno is a small takeaway Italian-inspired bakery in the heart of Bridport. Their arancini & pizza al taglio are the perfect lunchtime treat. Why not stock up on homemade freshly baked loaves & focaccia, or grab a hand made ‘ready’ meal to have later for a hassle free dinner.

A top-down view of a wooden table with three plates of food and a glass of red wine. The plates contain roasted vegetables topped with herbs, a beef stew in dark sauce garnished with green herbs, and a side of seasoned potatoes. Hands are seen holding a fork and a spoon.

Soulshine

South Street
Soulshine is a great spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner that aims to champion small-scale artisan producers with their seasonal menus. It’s run by two friends and former River Cottage colleagues, Joel and Andy, who have created a wonderful place for amazing food in a relaxing environment. They often host a monthly supper club, a delicious event with a personalised five course meal + desserts - one to definitely add to the calendar!

Assorted Mediterranean dishes with bread, seafood, salads, and charcuterie on a wooden table.

Olive Tree

East Street
The Olive Tree is a family owned Mediterranean Restaurant known for cooking delicious local produce in their cook to order open kitchen. They have a wonderful variety of plates and their tapa’s is especially delightful, combine that with the welcoming and friendly Olive Tree team and you’re all set for the perfect dinner.

Sandwich with lettuce, cheese, and meat served on flatbread, accompanied by a side salad with greens, on a wooden board at a restaurant table with wine glasses and water bottles in the background.

Mercato Italiano

Dreadnought Trading Estate
An instrumental spot for the foodie scene, Mercato Italiano is a family-run Italian deli and café. If you’re searching for exquisite cheeses, meats and wines the deli must be on your visit list! Whilst shopping for delights grab some fresh pasta or a Italian panini for lunch. If you time your visit well we recommend grabbing some home-made pizza. For an extra treat, explore their cocktail menu and relax in style on their mezzanine floor overlooking the restaurant below.

A bowl of seafood soup with shrimp, vegetables, and crispy fried onions, served with a side salad and another bowl of soup in the background.

Klin Klan’s

Victoria Grove
For those craving some authentic Thai food, Klin Klan’s Thai Restaurant is the place to visit. The menu will transport you straight to the sunny isles of Thailand. Expect some amazing flavours and high quality freshness, it’s a great spot to eat in or grab a takeaway to enjoy at home.

Display case with assorted baked goods, including croissants, cookies, and slices of pie, with shelves of various bottles in the background.

Goose & Badger Cafe

South Street
The Goose & Badger Cafe is a locally run micro coffee roastery with a relaxed atmosphere and a great place for enjoying a range of baked goods with an amazing selection of speciality coffees. During the day enjoy a coffee & cake but don’t forget to call by in the evenings as the location turns into a bar centred around impeccable wines, beers and cocktails.

Red Brick Café

Just off St Michael’s Lane
You’ll find the Red Brick Café in the heart of Bridport’s Vintage Quarter a wonderful riverside location to enjoy at every time of day for breakfasts, lunch and dinner. Their menus support small farmers and producers to offer fresh & sustainable food to their guests. Aside from providing great food they also have plenty of upcoming events throughout the year, well worth checking out ahead of your stay!

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The Colmer

East Street
The Colmer is a remarkable grade II listed building that sits on the busy East Street and is a hotspot for lunchtime and evening drinks. It’s a very unique bar & pub with a strict over 30’s only rule, giving it a peaceful location to head to for a glass or two.

The Pursuit of Hoppiness

West Street

An incredible pub with micro-brewery vibes, it’s the best place in Bridport to explore new beers with an ever rotating menu of fresh pints to pull! From ales, porters, largers and ciders to an array of wines, it’s the perfect place to drop in for a well-deserved drink.