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 – and dogs and horses too!
We became the proud new owners of The Trooper Inn in December 2019.
During the first lockdown, we made use of the time by expanding the outdoor seating area and giving the pub a fresh look, while retaining its charming atmosphere.
We now have a beautiful courtyard to the rear of the pub and an expanded beer garden to the side, both with marquees, 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 Bar
Choose from our ever-changing range of award-winning real ales, extensive gin menu, traditional ciders - and more!
Trooper Kitchen
Dine in comfort with our wholesome meals, freshly-prepared in The Trooper Kitchen. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.See Menus
Trooper Camping
Our private CS Hideaway camping and caravan site is nestled in a small level field to the rear of the pub.Close enough to enjoy the convenience of our pub, yet far enough away to absorb the peaceful countryside.
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 and cyclists are very welcome here.
Coming Up
Please note, early booking is advised for our events.
Halloween Fancy Dress Party
£10 per ticket includes the first house drink
Held in the 'scary' Old Barn at The Trooper Inn
Martin Carthy – in conversation
Listen and engage with Martin as he talks about his 50 years in the music business.
Martin Carthy – In concert
Daoiri Farrell
See all our upcoming events Click Here
Regular Monthly Events
Sunday Quiz
3rd Sunday of the month – from 7pm
£2 per person (Proceeds go to charity of the winners’ choice)
Light snacks are provided at half-time.
Folk Music
4th Sunday of the month – 7 to 10pm.
In the Trooper Old Barn.
Folk Singing
2nd Wednesday of the month – From 8pm.
Resuming in November.
In the Trooper Old Barn.
Functions
If you wish to book daytime or evening functions or your Christmas party, please contact us as soon as possible.
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.
