If you're planning a day out visiting some of Dorset's finest businesses, then these local companies would have to join your list. Whether you're looking to shop till you drop, a scrumptious bite to eat or you'd like to extend your stay and need somewhere to rest your head, these three businesses are ready and waiting to welcome you.

The Circus Boutique

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The Circus lifestyle boutique is in the centre of Sherborne.  A treasure trove full of fabulous women's clothes from Paige jeans, cashmere jumpers, stunning dresses and shirts. There's a fantastic choice of trainers, boots and shoes too.  The shop is bursting with wonderful gifts, Charlie Dodge jewellery, unusual interior accessories as well as children's toys, teddies, and tutus. 

Circus II is a men's shop with an array of clothing, gadgets and books to solve all present dilemmas. On sunny days coffee is available in the garden too.

33 Cheap St, Sherborne, DT9 3PU

01935 816551

hello@thecircusboutique.com

thecircusboutique.com

The Acorn Inn

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In the heart of the beautiful Dorset countryside, The Acorn Inn is an award-winning 16th century gastropub with a traditional bar, 10 individually decorated bedrooms, restaurant and beer garden, serving the best local produce.

Stop off at the Acorn and enjoy the sun on the terrace or in the beer garden with a range of tasty food and drinks from the new summer menu - including a seafood platter, Dorset crab rarebit, bruschetta of Isle of Wight tomatoes and mozzarella and more - match with a crisp white wine, Pimm's or a delicious cocktail.

28 Fore Street, Evershot

01935 83228

stay@acorn-inn.co.uk

acorn-inn.co.uk

Harts of Stur

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Harts is a leading online retailer of cookware and kitchen electricals with a large country department store in Sturminster Newton. In addition to cookware and kitchenware, the store includes a substantial clothing section, a large garden department, gifting, trade counter, DIY and decorating supplies, camping and outdoor leisure, homewares, bathroom and shower products, and fireside accessories.

Perfect for socialising or taking a break from shopping, the Coffee Loft offers freshly brewed coffee, homemade cakes, and a diverse menu for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea.

Station Road, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1BD

01258 472420

sales@hartsofstur.com

hartsofstur.com