Welcome to The Trooper Inn
The Trooper Inn has been at the heart of Stourton Caundle village life for hundreds of years.
Our independent, family-run pub is popular with locals and visitors alike.
We have a beer garden to the side of the pub, as well as the seating to the front where you can watch the world go by – tractors, dog-walkers and may be a car.
Steeped in history, in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, this is a wonderful region to explore and we are close to the ancient market towns of Sherborne and Sturminster Newton and the borders of Somerset and Wiltshire.
Friendly Village Pub
You can be sure of a warm welcome at our family-run pub in the idyllic Dorset village of Stourton Caundle. And we have plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the summer weather.
Trooper Kitchen
Dine in comfort with our wholesome meals, freshly-prepared in The Trooper Kitchen. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.
Camping at The Trooper
The Trooper Campsite is a private C.S. Hideaway The Camping and Caravanning Club site, nestled in a level field just a short walk from The Trooper Inn. Peaceful & secluded, with modern facilities including our recently installed luxurious wet rooms.
Exploring on Holiday
We are ideally situated for a day out by car to the Jurassic Coast, with dramatic scenery and highly acclaimed beaches. We're in the midst of 'Hardy Country' and Thomas Hardy's birthplace is near the county town of Dorchester. There is plenty to explore by foot and bicycle too!
Exploring Locally
We are close to Sturminster Newton, with its historic watermill and the meandering River Stour - and the North Dorset Trailway is nearby.Walkers, muddy boots, dogs and cyclists are very welcome at The Trooper.
Coming up…
Village Supper 6 to 8pm. Quiz from 8pm
£2 per person - Groups of no more than six.
We welcome back One 4 the Road to kick off the August Bank Holiday weekend! See more here...
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Fun-loving West Country singer/guitarist The Rhythm Junkie is back for an afternoon of songs from the 60s to the present. See more here...
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Popular village event ~ North Stourton Caundle vs South Stourton Caundle! Featuring Tug of War, Welly Wanging and Rounders.
Spectators very welcome too. See more here.
For private parties, special occasions, celebrations, coffee mornings, special luncheons and further information about bookings, please contact us.
Dorset’s Hidden Secret
We’d love you to find us!
Look for our brown pub signs from the A357, between Sturminster Newton and Stalbridge – and take a look at this map.
We look forward to seeing you!
Debbie, John, James, Joe, Jo and Tracy – and ‘Fluffball Trooper’ our pub dog.
Check us out on Tripadvisor too (for reviews back to December 2019, when we became the new owners).
