Dorset Echo readers reveal their favourite cosy pubs

Dorset has a vast array of brilliant pubs, and we asked our readers for their recommendations on the best cosy pubs.

Firm favourites were The Cove House Inn, Portland, The Lugger Inn, Chickerell and The Smugglers Inn, Osmington.

The Lugger has been described by our readers as a welcoming, friendly, fun place with excellent food.’

The Smugglers Inn on the other hand has a four-star Tripadvisor score and is described as having ‘friendly staff’ and ‘delicious food.’

The Smugglers Inn Likewise, The Cove House Inn also boasts a four-star Tripadvisor rating and is described as having ‘a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with ‘scrumptious food.’

We received almost 150 comments from readers.

Other popular choices include:

The Spring Head, Sutton Poyntz – ‘A lovely cosy pub with great atmosphere in a beautiful setting.’

The Spring Head (Image: Hollie Carr)

The Thimble Inn, Piddlehinton – ‘Lovely set out to the pub, cosy wood fire and very attentive, professional staff.’

The Nothe Tavern, Weymouth – ‘The open fire was on very warm and cosy, the cider and real beers are excellent the food was lovely very good value for money.’

The Spice Ship, Preston – ‘Can't wait to visit again, when we can sit inside as looks nice and cosy.’

The John Gregory, Weymouth – ‘Staff couldn't have been more helpful or friendly. Lovely atmosphere, good food, piping hot and tasty, great value too.’

The John Gregory (Image: The John Gregory)

The Turks Head, Chickerell – ‘Staff were so helpful and chatty even though they were busy! Food was so good.’

Turks Head (Image: Hollie Carr)

The Boot Inn, Weymouth – ‘Lovely old traditional pub with good selection of cask available.’

The Sun Inn, Dorchester –‘ We found the Sun Inn an attractive cosy place with a good menu choice and the quality was excellent.’

The Wellington Arms (The Welly), Weymouth – ‘The food is fantastic and great value for money. Warm and cosy pub.’