Pub

The Old Thatch

Where traditional family values meet elevated culinary expertise

285 Wimborne Road West, Ferndown, Dorset, BH21 7NW

The Old Thatch is a multi-award winning freehouse pub and kitchen at Stapehill, nestled between Wimborne and Ferndown, in a 17th century building directly opposite historic Stapehill Abbey and just off the Castleman's Trailway. It serves a fresh and foraged pub menu alongside a daily a la carte menu and a Sunday roast, with a great selection of local beers and ales, and has an outside marquee, a garden bar and the Bear Island woodland play area for children. The pub is part of the Fired Up Collective.

5 out of 5

Very good

Rated 12 February 2026

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What they offer

  • A la carte dining
  • Sunday roast
  • Garden bar
  • Outside marquee
  • Children's play area
  • Gift vouchers
  • Events and tickets
  • Table reservations

Where to find them

285 Wimborne Road West, Ferndown, Dorset, BH21 7NW

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