The Anchor Inn
Turn South at the Church in Chideock and within approximately three quarters of a mile is the "sea town of Chideock"; Seatown. This pretty hamlet consists of a pub "The Anchor Inn" a few houses and thatched cottages, the Golden cap caravan park and some of the most glorious scenery you will find anywhere. This costal area of the parish of Chideock was the second wholly-natural World Heritage Site to be designated in the United Kingdom, and enjoys its status as an area of outstanding natural beauty.
The Golden cap, which stands imposingly over Seatown, is the highest point in Dorset at 618 feet high. The golden nature of the sandstone cap makes for a very distinctive coastal feature, An immense amount of satisfaction is to be gained by reaching the top of the Golden cap, if only to take in the most breathtaking views from both sides.
Seatown is steeped in history; the Anchor Inn, originally a smugglers haunt and the cottages above were originally the Coastguard station. Many of the original buildings have been destroyed by the sea, which its said, encroaches on the coast at an average of 3 feet a year.
Two bars, outside terraces and cliff seating provide the perfect opportunity to come and enjoy the tranquility and views offered by this heritage coastline. Succulent seafood, fresh local foods and ales all compliment the sublime positioning of The Anchor Inn. Everybody is welcome, so please come, experience and enjoy all that this wonderful pub has to offer. We look forward to meeting you...
