The Sherborne

4.5 (179)

£26 to £40

British

Newland, Dorset, England DT9 3JG

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The Sherborne

4.5

£26 to £40

British

Sherborne

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2 people

23 Oct 2026

22:30

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Come for the art. Stay for lunch. Return for dinner.

Set within The Sherborne’s beautifully restored Grade I listed Georgian house, our restaurant serves generous, seasonal British food inspired by Dorset’s fields, gardens, hedgerows and coast.

Head Chef Cory Benham brings together carefully sourced produce, vibrant vegetables, fresh seafood and beautifully cooked classics, from whole grilled lemon sole with new potatoes and grenobloise to roasted Bromham cauliflower with harissa yoghurt and pomegranate.

Just moments from Sherborne Abbey, the restaurant offers an atmospheric yet unfussy setting, with historic Georgian rooms, contemporary art, beautiful gardens and Sir James Thornhill’s extraordinary staircase mural.

Named by The Guardian as one of the 50 best museum cafés in the UK, The Sherborne combines creative and culinary experiences in one remarkable place. Entry to the house and galleries is free, with donations warmly welcomed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00–14:45 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–21:00
Website
https://www.thesherborne.uk/eat
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Cory Benham
Private party facilities
Celebrate, gather or do business in one of The Sherborne’s beautifully restored Georgian rooms. Our private dining spaces offer seasonal menus, thoughtful hosting and a remarkable setting for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate lunches, private dinners and celebrations of life.

Location
Newland, Dorset, England DT9 3JG
Area
Sherborne
Cross Street
We are directly opposite Waitrose on Newland Road.
Parking Details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Afternoon Tea
1 - 8 people
Multiple dates available
Afternoon Tea at The Sherborne Make an afternoon of it. Enjoy a beautifully presented afternoon tea in the elegant surroundings of The Sherborne, with delicate sandwiches, freshly baked treats, cakes and something lovely to pour. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, catching up with friends or simply giving an ordinary afternoon a little more ceremony. Pair your visit with time in the galleries, a wander through the gardens and the chance to experience one of Sherborne’s most remarkable historic buildings at a gentler pace. A lovely way to pause, linger and enjoy The Sherborne properly.
New Years Eve
1 - 8 people
31 Dec 2026 only
Celebrate the arrival of the new year with an unforgettable culinary journey at our restaurant. This New Year's Eve, our Head Chef Cory Benham has curated an exclusive, lavish tasting menu designed to delight and make your evening truly memorable. Elevate every course with hand-selected vintages curated by our team to perfectly complement Chef Cory's creations.

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fish and chips£22.00
tartare, peas
cheeseburger£22.00
harissa mayo, fries
horseradish gnocchi£23.00
artichoke, pear, sherry, kale
cod£28.00
mussels, celeriac, lemon butter sauce
crown prince£24.00
goat’s curd, kale, toasted seeds, hazelnut
loin of venison£29.00
beetroot, blackberry, braised shoulder, red wine jus

onion rings£5.50
paprika salt
greens£5.50
chilli, garlic
pumpkin£5.50
balsamic dressing
chips or fries£5.50

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Sherborne.

4.5

(179)

4.3Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Dorset
Best Service
Dorset
Best Ambience
Dorset
Good for business meals
Dorset
Innovative
Dorset
Great for creative cocktails
Dorset
Healthy
Dorset
Great for fine wines
Dorset
Romantic
Dorset
Good for special occasions
Dorset
Vegetarian-friendly
Dorset
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Sherborne excels with "really great food and service" and offers a "most amiable and helpful host" experience. Diners praise the "beautiful setting" and "lovely surroundings," with "excellent" service and a "friendly" atmosphere. Highlights include a "fabulous beef Sunday roast" and the "award-winning toilets," creating a delightful dining experience.

179 Reviews

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tom Gold
London140 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were really impressed by The Sherborne. In a way not surprised as the whole enterprise is outstanding. The set menu was excellent. We really enjoyed the venison although I would have added some greenery with it. The bread and butter pudding was delicious. The service was first rate and my wine recommendation was perfect. We will be back soon.
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Elisabeth
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Sunday lunch with perfectly cooked beef and a really good vegetable selection. First rate service!
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Nick
Essex7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Lovely setting. Wonderful galleries to see before lunch. We preferred to sit in the lighter area, rather than the darker interior, but plenty space either way. Menu a bit limited, but food we had was very good. Indeed, the fish and chips were the best I’ve had in a long time. Interesting that there were no other potato options than fries or chips. Good selection of wines by the glass and bottle which were reasonably priced. Would definitely return.
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Jane
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really great food and service. Have been before and this was at a new level.
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Jane
Bristol1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really excellent food including for non meat eaters, great ambience. Friendly welcome. Great service. All in a fantastic setting. Don’t miss the award winning toilets.
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desdemona
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very delicious food well proportioned portions and interesting menu. Couldn’t fault anything about it and the service was excellent. A cut above to be sure
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Anthea
Dorset1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very impressed to have been able to eat a Kids’ portion and to have paid half price. Richard was a most amiable and helpful host and the young girl whose first day it was, gave good, friendly service. The wine was superb and the food plentiful. The staff in the Bistro were friendly and welcoming. Overall, a very pleasant experience.
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Lizzi
London22 reviews
3.0
Dined on 17 September 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Terrible menu. Very little to choose from Only chips or fries.! No new potatoes Pathetically small portion though the cod was cooked well, it resembled a generous starter portion..at that price it was pitiful Greens just poorly chopped cale better fodder for Friesiens. Spent most of the afternoon having a dental battle. Game needs to be raised.
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Mark
Dorset1 review
4.0
Dined on 16 September 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Small menu choice but xcellent quality food. Always meat fish and vegetarian option. Service was great... one of our party was gluten and citrus free... the menu was explained by the staff and accomodations made. Although deserts were more of a problem but once again a solution was found. Thanks to all the staff. A very enjoyable visit.
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Beverley
Dorset1 review
5.0
Dined on 13 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous beef Sunday roast, beautifully presented and delicious. Good sized portions, great service.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 12:00–14:45 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–21:00
Website
https://www.thesherborne.uk/eat
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Cory Benham
Private party facilities
Celebrate, gather or do business in one of The Sherborne’s beautifully restored Georgian rooms. Our private dining spaces offer seasonal menus, thoughtful hosting and a remarkable setting for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate lunches, private dinners and celebrations of life.

Location
Newland, Dorset, England DT9 3JG
Area
Sherborne
Cross Street
We are directly opposite Waitrose on Newland Road.
Parking Details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

FAQs

The Sherborne is particularly lovely for Sunday lunch, guests repeatedly praise the Sunday roast as exceptional; lunch service runs Wed–Sun 12:00–14:45.

Yes, families are welcome: staff will halve dishes for children (and charge accordingly), and the team have happily provided a side room or discreet table for a newborn to be fed.

Sunday is a standout, guests consistently praise Macready’s Sunday lunch and the roast, making Sunday an excellent choice for a special lunch visit.

Yes, vegetarians can choose several meat-free dishes on the à la carte menu (for example, basil & courgette risotto, roasted Bromham cauliflower and burrata), and guests report the kitchen is flexible with dietary needs and offers plenty of options for those who are gluten intolerant.

Casual dress, The Sherborne recommends relaxed, comfortable clothing; nothing formal is expected.

Guests report good-sized portions, several reviews note the food arrives in generous, well-presented servings that left diners satisfied.

Yes, The Sherborne (Macready’s) is often chosen for special evenings, with guests celebrating anniversaries and praising the elegant, atmospheric setting and attentive service.

Yes, the menu is regularly updated, with guests noting they enjoy trying new dishes on the regularly updated menu.

Yes, The Sherborne offers outdoor dining in its gardens and guests have enjoyed drinks and al fresco dining on warm nights.

The Sherborne is atmospheric and glamorous, a sensitively refurbished grand house with galleries, opulent decor and attentive, unfussy service that feels elegant yet relaxed.

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The Sherborne

4.5

£26 to £40

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Sherborne

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2 people

23 Oct 2026

22:30

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

The Sherborne

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The Sherborne

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Afternoon Tea

New Years Eve

Nibbles

brown bread£5.00

cod’s roe£5.50

gordal olives£5.00

Starters

mushroom soup£14.00

duck fritter£14.50

thai green mussels£13.50

bomber mousse£14.00

Mains

fish and chips£22.00

cheeseburger£22.00

horseradish gnocchi£23.00

cod£28.00

crown prince£24.00

loin of venison£29.00

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onion rings£5.50

greens£5.50

pumpkin£5.50

chips or fries£5.50

Diners' Choice Awards

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