Title: The Saxon Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Saxon Inn Bed & breakfast in Blandford Forum with free breakfast and restaurant ![Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39212700/39212676/4521110b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Small Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39212700/39212676/50e1e342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39212700/39212676/c2aba380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Saxon Inn combines comfort with countryside charm. Start your day with freshly prepared breakfasts, then explore the garden's outdoor seating areas. Enjoy satisfying meals at the restaurant and evening drinks at the bar. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBlandford-Forum-Hotels-The-Saxon-Inn.h39212676.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBlandford-Forum-Hotels-The-Saxon-Inn.h39212676.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.91868%2C-2.24305&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KeNWkYZl89rBqSETHHChI8g53sQ=) Gold Hill, Blandford Forum, England, DT11 8HD #### What's nearby - The Art Stable - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Shillingstone Railway Project - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Blandford Forum Town Museum - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles - Gold Hill Museum - 20 min drive - 10.9 miles - Larmer Tree Gardens - 25 min drive - 11.0 miles #### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station - 24 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Anvil Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Fontmell - ‬9 min drive - ‪Old Ox Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Burger Box Blandford - ‬11 min drive ## About this property ### The Saxon Inn Property highlights Consider a stay at The Saxon Inn and take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property and outdoor furniture Room features All guest rooms at The Saxon Inn have amenities, such as free WiFi. More amenities include: - Guidebooks and local maps ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### More - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as The Saxon Inn Bed & breakfast The Saxon Inn Blandford Forum The Saxon Inn Bed & breakfast Blandford Forum ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Saxon Inn pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Saxon Inn? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Saxon Inn? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Saxon Inn? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Saxon Inn located? > Situated in Blandford Forum, this bed & breakfast is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from The Art Stable and within 3 miles (5 km) of Shillingstone Railway Project and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sturminster Newton Mill and Fontmell and Melbury Downs are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? 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