Historic pubs · South West England
Fox And Hounds Public House
In or near Stour Provost.
Fox And Hounds Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham · 6.1 km
About
Fox And Hounds Public House is a historic pub in England South West, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Fox And Hounds Public House is located in Shaftesbury, South-West England, within the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This pub offers a traditional setting for visitors, providing a place to relax and enjoy refreshments. Its location in a designated AONB highlights the surrounding natural beauty, making it a suitable stop for those exploring the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.0025, -2.2014
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Shaftesbury
- Postcode
- SP7 8HP
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham — 6.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26402444 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fox And Hounds Public House?
- Fox And Hounds Public House is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode SP7 8HP), in the parish of Shaftesbury.
- What is Fox And Hounds Public House?
- Fox And Hounds Public House in England South West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Fox And Hounds Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode SP7 8HP.
- Is Fox And Hounds Public House a protected site?
- Yes — Fox And Hounds Public House is part of the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Fox And Hounds Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SP7 8HP.