Historic pubs · South West England
The Giant Inn
In or near Cerne Abbas.
The Giant Inn in England South West, United Kingdom.
Derek Harper — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Maiden Newton · 7.3 km
About
The Giant Inn 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: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Giant Inn is a pub located in Cerne Abbas, South-West England, within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This establishment offers a traditional pub experience in a picturesque rural setting. Visitors can expect a selection of beverages and a relaxed atmosphere, suitable for unwinding after exploring the surrounding countryside. The inn reflects the local heritage and serves as a gathering spot for both locals and tourists.
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- Coordinates
- 50.8089, -2.4759
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Cerne Abbas
- Postcode
- DT2 7JW
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Dorset
- Phone
- 01300341441
- Nearest railway station
- Maiden Newton — 7.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26412772 (CC0)
- fsq: 504b9127e4b08a4f691b11c8 (Apache-2.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Giant Inn?
- The Giant Inn is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT2 7JW), in the parish of Cerne Abbas.
- What is The Giant Inn?
- The Giant Inn in England South West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Giant Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Maiden Newton, about 7.3 km away. The nearest town is Cerne Abbas. Drivers can use postcode DT2 7JW.
- Is The Giant Inn a protected site?
- Yes — The Giant Inn is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Giant Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Maiden Newton, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DT2 7JW.