What a great afternoon! The guide is one of a small team that's involved in the brewing process, he was very informative. It was nice to see how beer was made way back when, and how subtle changes have been made for today's market. The tour also included the local history, of the family owned brewery and how it interacted with Bridport. The tasting session, after the tour, gave an opportunity to taste all the beers and purchase samples from the factory shop. I would thoroughly recommend.

My wife and I were holidaying in the area and noticed that Palmers do tours. A rainy day so we decided to book, easily done online. The 2pm tour was booked. There were 6 in our group and our tour guide was Andy. A fascinating insight into the brewing of their beer, brewing, the ingredients, and a little history of the, brewery, and the town of Bridport was given by our guide. The tour is in a working brewery so care is taken where necessary with high viz vests given out to you. The tour has some steep steps to negotiate so make sure that you are agile enough. The tour lasted approximately 2 hours. You finish the tour in the wine store where you are given free samples of their ales and ciders. The shop is well stocked if you should wish to take home some of their excellent products or wine, spirits etc. A great way to spend a rainy day, or a sunny day for that matter.

Did the tour with my mum last week on Thurs 11th. We've been visiting Bridport for years as a family, but had never been to Palmers. Had wanted to do it since last year, and I think the rain this year helped us go ahead and book! So glad we did. So interesting and eye opening about the whole process. Our guide Dave was absolutely brill and his knowledge about Palmers and the brewing process was faultless. So lovely to learn more about the history of our beloved Bridport :)

Visiting Bridport with our family for the week and had to try the brewery tour. Graeme our tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. It was fascinating and a wonderful use of an afternoon. Trying all the beers at the end was of course the best bit. We will definitely be going to the Palmers pubs in the area whilst we're here.

The Palmers Brewery Tour was excellent - as it provided a unique opportunity to see a real life working brewery situated within a characterful Grade I listed building. Our friendly tour guide demonstrated an exceptionally high level of knowledge of the brewing process. We enjoyed sampling the full range of Palmers beers at the end of the tour! Highly recommended.

There were 4 of us celebrating 60th's and what a great 2 hours it was! David, our guide was very knowledgeable and to see the process from start to finish - well I have the utmost respect for beer making! I have been on other tours, and I have to say this was the most informative. The tasting session at the end was very generous and we had a wonderful cycle home.

What a great tour. Ian Scott was great very friendly and so informative. Then to top off such a great tour you get to taste all the beer's, just a sip for me as I was driving, but that was ok as I got to buy my favourite to go in my new glass. The price is amazing too

Great local history museum. Small, but densely packed with interesting and interactive exhibits on the agricultural, industrial and geological history of Bridport and its surroundings. Volunteers were wonderful too.

Staff were very enthusiastic and demonstrated how to make rope that was very interesting. We even got to keep it! Kids enjoyed the children's activities. Small museum so doesn't take long to go round but well worth a visit.

Well presented history of Bridport. Worth a visit to engage in the rope making demonstration. Many exhibits to see.

Lovely and quaint museum, learn how to make rope

Super cute little museum, with an eclectic mix of local bits and bobs. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and very happy to explain things to excitable children (although there aren't many things children can touch and interact with, so very small ones may get bored). There's some fascinating displays on the local history of rope and net making and how Bridport contributed to the war effort in that respect, as well as bits on the local railways, and local hostorical figure Dr Roberts' "Poor Man's Friend" cure-all. Entry was cheap (a fiver per adult and free for children under 18, with the ticket allowing multiple entries over a year - I think- if desired). It's a small space, about the size of a house, so only takes an hour or so to have a really good look round. Ideal to hop out of the rain or heat for a little while without spending loads of money, while learning a little about the town.

Really cannot fault this place. Not only was the subject matter fascinating, but the volunteers made it come alive, they're a credit to the museum. Spent a good hour in here, loved the art exhibition and I made my.own rope!

Excellent museum with helpful and knowledgeable staff. They have rope making sessions where you can have a go at making short lengths of rope.

It is such a lovely little place. They always have a children's activity table at half term and there is a microscope and erosion activity that is always enjoyed by the children. The staff are lovely and warm too.

Amazing small museum with some creative use of historical and factual information on the local area. Our 4 year old never wanted to leave and was fully entertained for nearly 60 minutes. Is a single room of an old Chappel. A little gem in West Bay and a must visit.

Definitely worth coming into. Staff very helpful and friendly. Pop up Exhibition ‘West Bay in the War’ Bridport and West Bay like all towns was hugely affected by the impact of the Second World War, both from a civilian and military perspective. In this exhibition we aim to highlight some events that took place here which played an important role in achieving eventual peace in Europe in 1945.

A great place to visit, interesting history and development of West Bay it's easy to spend an hour there whether it's sunny or raining. Good refreshments 50 metres away.

Well worth a visit with kids to this little gem!

Free! But donations accepted. Great small place, mine were all interested. Colouring (& other stuff)for younger children and really cool microscope for the slighter older kids. Staff were really helpful.

This is such an interesting and well thought out free Descovery Centre. Lots of fun things for kids to do l learned alot about ship building at West Bay and loved the interactive screen and videos. Knowledgeable and friendly staff, well done West Bay, well worth a visit👍😊.

We went to the Private View of the Marshwood Arts Awards, which I had entered but not been selected for this year. The venue was very crowded and hot, so we didn't stay long. I was there to look at the competition and much of the work in my category was decidedly weird. I loved the metal head tho. Pic below.

I love Bridport Arts Centre as a performance venue, a place for community run projects and as an exhibition space. I am sad that we no longer have a decent cafe and courtyard garden.

Lovely exhibition titled, What is Beautiful held by Bridport Arts Centre at the Allsop gallery in Bridport which ran up to the 30th September 2023. Based around each individual's interpretation of What is beautiful. Great for the community to get involved with various workshops and a great way for people to experience the visual arts in various different forms. The venue was free to enter, light and airy and I very much enjoyed my visit.

Excellent venue. Very good range of artists. We loved the poetry we saw there. Highly recommend

Fabulous live music with lady Nade album release last night and great support act Joey Clarkson. Lovely venue, friendly staff, lush Lyme gold ipa!

First time there. Went to see a film. Very friendly & helpful staff. Basic seating. As a woman of a certain age, would appreciate some air-conditioning. Nice to have a bar for pre-drinks, alcohol & non-alcohol.

What a gem of a venue! A great little theatre with a charming team, good bar at very reasonable prices. Can't wait for our next visit.

The star dishes here are the dumplings which everyone says are fantastic. Listening to fellow diners around the room the mumours are “…and you must get the dumplings they are fabulous!” Ordered three platefuls, two lots of steamed dumplings “Organic pork, leek, and ginger” “Organic curried lamb, curry leaf and cayenne” And one lot of fried dumplings the “Free range chicken, lime and 4-pepper with Japanese style mayo” The chicken ones were my favourite and I say outstanding without a pause and using the word correctly and without hesitation A bowl of perfectly made Hakata Noodles in a House Broth was made to look simple when the art of preparing such a simple dish is lost on many The roasted pork belly with pickled mustard seeds was unctuous, rich and fatty in all the right ways The fried chicken Kara-age with lemon pepper butter dressings shone brightly on the table and was another excellent example of making good food properly Overall a clear 10 out of 10

Came here during our bank holiday weekend escape from London, and what a gem it turned out to be. It’s tucked away in a little alleyway but easy to find. We were seated in the downstairs bar area which has a mix of high and low seating, with just the right balance of cozy and charming. I didn’t catch our waiter’s name but I believe he’s one of the managers. His service was impeccable from start to finish. We loved all the food but the charred pork belly is a must try. You can truly taste how much love goes into every dish. We got to have a chat with the chef, Brendan. His warmth and passion for his craft shone through, making us feel incredibly welcome. The folks at Dorshi genuinely care about and love what they do, and that made for an amazing experience. Can’t wait to come back!

My husband and I sat in the bar area last week. Got a lush view of the kitchen, folk coming through the door and the whole vibe was perfect. I've had dumplings once in my life before, never really reach for them but they were fab. The pork belly dish with the jus, CRAZY good. Wish I could have eaten more. This kind of place is not to be missed!

What a fabulous meal! Decided to pick up a take away from Dorshi and did not regret it: quick, charming service and the most incredible, beautiful, unusual food. Thanks and appreciation to everyone involved, keep doing what you're doing!

My partner and I recently visited Dorshi whilst on holiday and with an evening to ourselves. This charming little place is truly a gem and I can honestly not think of anything at all during our dining experience that was not outstanding. The food was utterly glorious, as were the drinks. The atmosphere was cosy and relaxed, and the staff friendly and knowledgeable about the food and drink they are selling. It was one of the most enjoyable eating experiences I think I’ve ever had, I wouldn’t have a second thought about going again if I happen to find myself anywhere within an hour’s drive, and I would heartily recommend anyone looking for great food in the Bridport area to try them out. Absolutely fantastic.

A small, informal restaurant, hidden away off the main road. But what a find!! A really lovely relaxed atmosphere, with incredible food and lovely cocktails. Good choices for vegans too. Would definitely recommend.

Best restaurant in the area, bar none. You just gotta try this place. You'll be back for more. Vegetarian dishes are amazing, wonderful service, a hidden gem 💎

Absolutely brilliant meal! Food was delicious - fairly simple but well cooked and excellent flavour - a home-cooked feel but fantastic. Most of the mains served with a choice of veg or salad and potatoes or chips, and a great mix of fish, meat and veggie options. Dessert was also amazing! Three of us had three different mains and desserts and all thoroughly enjoyed them all! Service was also fab, the two waiting staff were friendly and attentive. There was a bit of a wait for food as it's obviously a small operation and it was busy, but very relaxed and worth the wait! Would definitely return if back in the area.

Lovely place, delicious food, with high service. The staff ensures that visitors get the maximum pleasure. Definitely recommend. But to be sure that you will get here, it is better to book a table in advance, especially on weekends. We came on Friday and it was fully booked. So we came back on Saturday, but previously booked a place.

Lovely little restaurant that is too easy to overlook. Really great food and friendly and attentive service. Was busy early on so need to book

Smashing atmosphere in this lovely seaside bistro. The well trained staff were both attentive and knowledgeable yet managed to stay anonymous enough, as to not be in the way. The food was great and the portions just right. We were left pleasantly full without being stuffed!

Just fabulous. The staff were polite and friendly. The atmosphere was perfect, the service was swift but not rushed, and the food was amazing. Good size portions, but not too much. Food was cooked to perfection. My partner likes his steak blue, he said it was exactly as he wanted. Will definitely be going again.

The food was just amazing and so was the service. It was so good we booked to go back 2 days later. Again we were not disappointed by the food or service. I had the lamb shank, which was so tender and on the second visit I had steak WOW. My husband had the hake and then the chicken supreme i can tell you that was also very nice

Food, service and atmosphere all first class. Turned up on a Tuesday night and managed to get a table. Would definitely book in future so as not to be disappointed.

Super little restaurant serving lots of local fare. Good value considering pubs are asking the same amount these days. Served with care and food very well presented. I had linguine gambas (which were massive), preceded by a deliciously fresh salmon pate. Good selection of wines by the glass or bottle and an espresso coffee for £2! Deffo coming here again.

Had a really nice meal here on Friday night. Food was very nice. Starters we opted for Prawns which were cooked in a curry based sauce, very smooth and rich. The white hake catch of the day was cooked to perfection. Highly recommend this dish. The staff were also helpful and kind and explained all dishes and desserts in detail

I think the Olive Tree in Bridport is probably the best restaurant I’ve ever dined in. I’ve dined there several times over the last few years and have always enjoyed the food. It’s consistently of a very high quality and always extremely tasty. My most recent visit was the first time I have experienced the lunchtime Spectacular which I found an absolute delight and would highly recommend. There is always a crowd of at least eight of us that dine together and the service has always been first class and very professionally managed so never any dishes arriving late or cool. My daughter is vegan and gluten free and has always been very well catered for. I have tried various options on the menu over the years and have always been very happy with my dining experience. The prices are very reasonable for the standard of cuisine served at the Olive Tree and I would highly recommend it if you fancy a tasty treat extravaganza.

Our recent dinner at the Olive Tree in Bridport was really very good indeed. A pleasant room with attentive service. A tempting menu. Both our starters reached the 'try some of mine' level of taste. The catch of the day was beautifully cooked fresh fish with simply but beautifully cooked local vegetables. The cheese board was so good we took some home to continue the next day. Prices were extremely reasonable.

We had our Wedding Reception at the Olive Tree last night. We had a fabulous time with amazing food and service. Nothing was too much trouble with special attention to detail. Perfect on so many levels. Many thanks to Simon and his team. Philip and Pauline

Easy 5 stars. For the quality of the food and the portion sizes, it is very reasonably priced. I think I had half a trawlers worth of mussels in my pasta. The waitresses were also great.

This is a great place for seafood. The pizzas are nice too - they have a pizza oven. I recommend the catch of the day. It comes with a nice butter sauce and a nice selection of steamed veg, slightly different than usual, which was quite lovely. If you like mussels, the seafood spectacular is the one to go for. I also enjoyed the fish soup. Attentive service and nice atmosphere. It’s nice either for lunch or dinner. I’ve found, if I just walk in, I won’t be guaranteed a table because it’s quite popular. Best to call ahead and book.

Had a fantastic trip to this West Bay restaurant. The food and drinks were lovely, the service was excellent and the prices weren't over the top. The views were stunning and the staff were very polite, prompt and friendly. I would definitely eat there again and definitely recommend to others.

Had a lovely breakfast here. Beautiful surroundings and deco. Fast service. Good food. Nice coffee. There are also outdoor seatings.

I would award more stars if I could! The vibes of this place are immaculate ✨ we went as a family with four adults and two littles and had the most wonderful meal! Staff were lovely with the children, interacting with them and providing colouring and activities to keep them entertained. The whole restaurant has this lovely relaxed feel whilst delivering some of the most sumptuous food we’ve ever had. All locally sourced produce and a great selection to choose from. We loved it so much we immediately booked to have breakfast for the last day of our trip where I had the pleasure of eating the most delicious bacon sandwich I have ever had (the Dorset Doorstop!) 10/10 do not leave west bay without eating here!

Dog friendly, we were seated but told they needed the table back for a certain time. No one came to take our orders at the table so we assumed you had to go to the bar to order but then we kept getting asked what table we were on - they weren't labelled so we're still unsure whether it was supposed to be table service or not?. We found the food to be pretty average, nothing special

The Restaurant was Brilliant - The Food was Amazing - The Cocktails were Lovely. I had oysters & Fish curry.. Even got to sit in a double deck chair enjoying a wine overlooking the water.

I had the most amazing meal at The Rise on the 4/7/25 with my family. Staff were lovely and the food was Excellent. Amazing atmosphere at a great location. Thank you.

Lovely dog friendly restaurant. Food was excellent - highly recommend the Thai yellow curry. Service was friendly and attentive. Lovely spot.

My favourite place to eat and grab coffee, have loved this place since it opened and it’s such a treat to visit, I’ve never had a bad experience here. The team are always friendly, accommodating, and appear to have great communication. It was a busy market day when we visited and yet the service was exceptional - food arrived quickly, and despite a constant flow of people wanting a seat, we didn’t feel at all rushed and enjoyed a peaceful, delicious lunch. Like the food, the coffee is always made to a high standard. Though some may think it a simple thing, the carrot sandwich is anything but, and I highly recommend! Always an insanely good selection of cakes/deserts (I love the basque cheesecake and chocolate brownie) and the decor and ambience adds to the great experience. I will continue to recommend Soulshine to everyone!

What a little gem! Amazing coffee, really friendly staff along with great service. It was market day so they were packed but service was delightful and quick. We had breakfast (fried eggs on sourdough & buttermilk pancakes) and it was all delicious 😋 would definitely recommend and would love to visit again in the cooler months and try the soups ☺️

Soulshine is a heart‑warming dining gem—where lively design meets soulful cooking, excellent coffee, and an atmosphere of genuine hospitality. Whether you’re enjoying a slow brunch, an artisan coffee, a veggie feast, or a relaxed supper with friends (or four‑legged pals), it’s a place that fills the soul just as much as the belly. Highly recommended—Bridport’s finest.

What a gorgeous little cafe! We popped in for breakfast and had such a lovely time. There's a variety of seating options at a table, window bar or outside. The staff are so friendly and personable. We ordered pancakes and baked beans with halloumi and eggs and there wasn't a crumb or smudge of sauce left on the plates. Such comfort food. Coffee was delicious as well. Thank you Soulshine team!

Fantastic atmosphere and very tasty dishes. A chance discovery that is well worth leaving the A30 for a quality rest and refresh.

We had a delicious meal last night. Great food and good service. We finished with a chocolate mousse and I had an affogato. A little bit of wickedness to conclude a lovely evening. Thank you.

A wonderful little gem... Different areas to sit in. We had a super breakfast and will definitely be back when in Bridport again.