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The Coppleridge Inn

Enjoy a 4.4-star stay at The Coppleridge Inn in Motcombe, featuring rustic rooms, free breakfast, parking, tennis courts, and a restaurant on 15 acres.

Elm Hill, Motcombe, Shaftesbury SP7 9HW, United Kingdom View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 561 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Authentic Country Inn with Welcoming Atmosphere and Great Food

Visitors highlight the warm hospitality, high-quality meals, and charming rustic accommodations amid scenic countryside. The inn is popular for its friendly service and traditional pub vibe, making it a favored spot for locals and travelers alike.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent food and drink selection, especially the Sunday roast and special menus
  • Friendly and attentive staff who create a welcoming and homely atmosphere
  • Comfortable, cozy rooms with charming rustic décor and thoughtful touches
  • Beautiful countryside views enjoyed during breakfast and relaxation
  • Effort to revive the inn as a lively and valued community hub

Worth knowing

  • The inn does not offer air conditioning or a fitness center
  • There is no swimming pool or airport shuttle service available
  • Parking is free and the property is both pet- and kid-friendly
  • Located on 15 acres, it provides a peaceful setting but is 1.2 miles from the nearest town center
  • The onsite hairdresser (Coppleridge Salon) has moderate reviews and limited availability

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a countryside retreat with rustic charm and local character
  • Food lovers looking for hearty, traditional British pub meals and quality ales
  • Guests who appreciate personalized service and a friendly inn atmosphere
  • Families and pet owners wanting an accommodating and welcoming stay
  • Visitors planning to explore nearby attractions like Stourhead and Longleat
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About this property

Welcome to The Coppleridge Inn

Set on 15 acres of countryside near the village of Motcombe, The Coppleridge Inn offers a rustic and traditional inn experience. The property features tennis courts, a restaurant, and a bar, catering to a variety of guests including families, pet owners, and those seeking a countryside retreat. Free Wi-Fi and parking add to the convenience, while the smoke-free environment and accessible facilities accommodate diverse needs.

Rooms maintain a simple, country style without air conditioning, providing a cozy atmosphere noted positively by visitors for comfort and charm. Check-in is from 14:30 with checkout by 10:30. The inn’s on-site restaurant and bar have earned praise for their food and friendly service, with several reviews highlighting the quality of meals such as Sunday roasts and special occasion dinners served with a welcoming local pub ambiance.

Located 1.2 miles from Motcombe’s town centre and around 2 miles from the A350, this inn serves well as a base for exploring the surrounding area. Notable nearby attractions include Stourhead, Longleat, and Longleat House, offering historic estates and family-friendly wildlife parks. The property’s countryside setting appeals to visitors looking to enjoy both outdoor activities and local culture.

The Coppleridge Inn suits guests seeking a peaceful, rural stay with the comforts of a well-regarded pub and restaurant on site. It welcomes families and pets, and its relaxed atmosphere has been revitalized under recent ownership, attracting both locals and travelers. The inn connects easily with airports such as Bristol and Southampton within about an hour and a quarter by car.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Air-conditioned
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

IJ
Ian Jones Apr 09, 2026
10

Our first visit to the Coppleridge for a meal and we were certainly were not disappointed. Large choice of menu and the food and service was excellent. Also serves a good pint of Ale. All at a very reasonable price. We Will certainly return.

HW
Helen Walton Mar 23, 2026
10

A very warm welcome awaited us , we were travelling through in our campervan after a visit to Stourhead… we ended up staying in the carpark and eating and enjoying a pint , service was faultless food was excellent and a full specials menu, would highly recommend and we will be back again for sure .

KG
Kate Gordon-Smith Mar 14, 2026
10

Bryan and I had the most delicious valentines dinner at our local gastro pub/hotel!! Thank you to Sophie, Rupert and the superb chef and staff for their hospitality tonightWonderful food and ambience….thanks everyone

CT
Charlie Titherley Mar 04, 2026
10

New owners are really turning this place around. Previously it lacked a soul. Now it's a happy locals pub. Had a Sunday roast there and it was exceptional! The landlady had a nice chat with us and was very welcoming. Finally Motcombe has the pub it needs.

T
Tor Mar 02, 2026
10

We visited Coppleridge today for lunch as a group of 10 and had prebooked. The food was superb, with a fabulous menu selection that made it hard to decide what to choose. Rupert and Mike worked extremely hard to make us feel welcome and well looked after throughout our visit. Thank you so much for all the effort you put into making our family occasion so special. We will be back and look forward to watching the pub have life breathed backed into again! Well done on your achievements so far.

EH
Emma Hallford Feb 19, 2026
10

The Coppleridge Inn was a truly lovely stay. We arrived at the train station in Gillingham, and the taxi ride to the inn took only about 10 minutes, making the journey very easy. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by the staff and escorted to our cottage. The cottage itself was charming and cozy, with a comfortable double bed that kept us wonderfully warm, a vanity, and thoughtful refreshments waiting for us. That evening, we dined at the pub and were blown away by the food. We had the roast duck with gnocchi and a meat pie, and it was genuinely the best meal we had on our entire trip. Each morning, breakfast was prepared for us and enjoyed with a beautiful view of the rolling Dorset hills, which was such a peaceful way to start the day. We also visited Stourhead during our stay, and the staff were incredibly helpful in arranging a taxi for us. The owner was exceptionally kind and welcoming, and the hospitality throughout our stay made us feel completely at home. We loved everything about our experience and will absolutely be planning another trip just to stay at the Coppleridge Inn again.

LD
Louise Davis Jan 26, 2026
10

The Sunday roast is delicious! Plenty of meat, veg, Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes and you get cauliflower cheese and extra gravy included! The service was first class too. I would highly recommend.

JC
Jacqueline Collis Jan 07, 2026
10

As local residents we are so pleased Coppleridge has new owners and is back to our 5* village venue. We had a wonderful Christmas lunch in December for our business - the food and service were excellent, and thank you to Lincoln our lovely Waiter. It is nice to see lots of locals returning with Sophie, Rupert and their team welcoming everyone to Coppleridge.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Coppleridge Inn

Shaftesbury, United Kingdom

Surrounded by countryside, this traditional inn on 15 acres of land is 1.2 miles from Motcombe's town centre and 2 miles from the A350 road.

  • Gillingham 1 hr 34 Walk
  • Elm Close 6 min Walk
  • Stainers Mead 9 min Walk
  • Bristol Airport 1 hr 15 Car · 3 hr 19 Transit
  • Southampton Airport 1 hr 15 Car · 2 hr 19 Transit
  • Cardiff Airport 2 hr 19 Car · 4 hr 54 Transit
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