Historic pubs · South West England
The Ship Inn
In or near Stour Provost.
The Ship Inn in England South West, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham · 6.0 km
About
The Ship 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: Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Ship Inn is a pub located in Shaftesbury, South-West England, within the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, serving a selection of drinks and light meals. The setting offers scenic views characteristic of the surrounding AONB, making it a suitable spot for both locals and tourists.
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- Coordinates
- 51.0069, -2.1988
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Shaftesbury
- Postcode
- SP7 8JZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Gillingham — 6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26402514 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Ship Inn?
- The Ship Inn is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode SP7 8JZ), in the parish of Shaftesbury.
- What is The Ship Inn?
- The Ship Inn in England South West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Ship Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode SP7 8JZ.
- Is The Ship Inn a protected site?
- Yes — The Ship Inn is part of the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Ship Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Gillingham, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SP7 8JZ.