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Welcome to the Mitre
The Blackmore Forest at the Mitre

Step into a mountain-inspired escape under our stretch tent with cozy winter décor, fire pits, hearty food, mulled drinks, and views over the Blackmore Vale. Open every Thursday evening from 5pm, and all day Friday and Saturday 12pm – 9pm.

Winter Set Menu

Enjoy 2 courses for £19 or 3 courses for £23. We're celebrating the best seasonal produce from across the UK - the kind of hearty, feel good dishes that make cold days worthwhile. From 5th January till the end of Feb. Available Monday - Friday.

Sunday Roasting

Sunday in the pub is like a big ol' hug. Bloody Marys, generous roasts (with larger-than-life Yorkie puds) alongside bucket-loads of gravy (well, two jugs full at least) - it doesn't get better than that.

Parties and Events

We have a range of versatile areas to reserve to make your event just that bit extra special. From cosy get-togethers with friends, or intimate celebration dinners with the whole family, we have plenty of spaces in our pub, dining room & tiered terrace.

A pub in the heart of Shaftesbury

Landlord Jonathan and his team welcome you to our much-loved traditional high-street pub nestled in the heart of the picturesque Market town of Shaftesbury, Dorset. Locally famous for our tiered outdoor terrace with stunning views overlooking Melbury Hill and across the Blackmore Vale. Just a stone’s throw away from the famous Gold hill featured in Ridley Scott’s Hovis advert.

You’ll love our pub. The bar is bustling, our pumps are primed with premium local ales, and cool craft-y beers, and we shake up a cracking cocktail too (if we do say so ourselves)

Head Chef Karol cooks up a storm, with his signature dishes, and perfectly cooked pub classics. We’re always making the most of seasonal ingredients, so you’ll be tucking into the freshest asparagus in Spring, the plumpest blackberries in Summer, gorging on game-y goodness in Autumn, and a riot of root veggies in the Winter.

The Blackmore Forest at the Mitre

Step into a forest-inspired winter escape with alpine beats, cozy winter décor, crackling fire pits, hearty seasonal food, mulled drinks, and festive winter cocktails – all set against breathtaking views over the Blackmore Vale.

Perfect for winter treats, festive events, and Après Ski experiences, this atmospheric celebration brings together warmth, and the magic of the season in the heart of the forest.

Open every Thursday evening from 5pm and all day Friday and Saturday 12pm – 9pm. Private pre-booked parties are available 7 days a week.

Christmas Feasting in Shaftesbury

Join us this December and enjoy the festive season from your favourite local. Choose from our festive feast, sharing boards or the big day itself (whatever tickles your fancy), we’ve got it wrapped.

From traditional festive dishes to indulgent seasonal specials, our Christmas menu is packed with classic flavours, winter warmers, and a few surprises too – all made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

Winter Set Menu

Guess who’s back? You loved our set menu so much we’re bringing it back for 2026. Find it back in the pub from Jan 5th and enjoy 2 courses for £19 or 3 course for £23.

We’ll be celebrating mid-winter seasonality with our pick of produce from across the UK. From South coast mussels, to Bedlam Farm heritage squash, and Yorkshire Triangle Rhubarb, we’ll be kicking off the New Year with another excuse to get yourself down to your local. Available Monday – Friday.

Take a tour of our pub

Our much-loved traditional high-street pub nestled in the heart of the picturesque Market town of Shaftesbury, Dorset. Locally famous for our tiered outdoor terrace with stunning views overlooking Melbury Hill and across the Blackmore Vale.