Making memories together. Explore our family-friendly event calendar and book your spot today! We look forward to seeing you.

Dine on delicious food and drinks in the comfort of our pub beer garden at The Trumpet Major in Dorchester. With space for you to enjoy snacks, meals, sides and more, why not gather your loved ones and enjoy the sun together in the great outdoors!

Enjoy more choice at The Trumpet Major in Dorchester—a family-friendly pub serving a great range of meals every day of the week! Spacious, welcoming, and perfect for both good weather and bad, we’re located just two minutes’ walk from Thomas Hardy’s house, Max Gate. When the sun’s shining everyone will enjoy eating in our beautiful patio and garden area. Plus, bring the kids before or after some sightseeing and let them burn off their extra energy in our outdoor children’s play area.
Turn up, settle in, and relax whilst we bring you everything you need.

Whatever the occasion, whatever you fancy, we’ve got it covered. From pub classics, to lighter bites and delicious desserts, there’s something for everyone.

The good times are here

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Your local dog friendly pub in Dorchester

Enjoy the best part of the end of the week with the team at The Trumpet Major and treat yourself to something delicious from our great Sunday roast menu.

Sunday lunch at The Trumpet Major

For amazing food, refreshing drinks and great company, come and visit us at The Trumpet Major in Dorchester. Let's make some memories together.

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Dreaming of a delicious Christmas feast with family and friends? Look no further than The Trumpet Major! We&#8217;re thrilled to be taking Christmas bookings for 2025 and we&#8217;re brewing up a season full of festive cheer.
Our chefs are currently working on our delicious 2025 menus filled with our much loved pub classics so you can truly indulge on your favourite food and drinks. Plus, nothing beats the warm, welcoming feeling our pub brings throughout the Christmas season to make it an even more magical occasion.
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This December, join us for our family favourite event, Breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, meet the jolly man himself and create lasting memories for the whole family.
Spaces fill up fast so book ahead to secure your spot!

Breakfast With Santa

Toast to the New Year at The Trumpet Major with celebrations surrounded by great food, drinks and fun for all!  Then, enjoy a family feast on New Year&#8217;s Day to make the most of the festive break.
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Family celebrations are what we love to do at The Trumpet Major.
We’re looking forward to another great Father’s Day weekend and we welcome you to plan or book your celebration with us.
Celebrate the father figure in your life over good times and great food at The Trumpet Major in Dorchester!

Back by popular demand, we are bringing back our Big Daddy Burger for a limited time only! ​
Packed full of flavour, can you take on the burger of all burgers? 
Three prime beef burgers, American-style cheesy slice, hash brown, two buttermilk chicken goujons, crispy bacon, fried free-range egg, three onion rings, with shredded iceberg lettuce in a seeded bun. Served with skin-on fries and a dip pot of burger sauce. ​ Take on the challenge! ​
The perfect treat for Dad for Father’s Day!

The Big Daddy Burger is in town!

Perfectly paired with the Big Daddy Burger, why not enjoy a Jack Daniel’s and Pepsi Max! 
A delicious burger accompanied by a refreshing drink, what better way to celebrate Father’s Day? 
Level up your Father&#8217;s Day weekend plans by treating Dad to this dream team!

​​The Dream Team!

Treat Dad to the gift of great times this Father's Day!

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This School Holiday

Kids Eat for £1 is back for the May Half-Term Holidays 2025!
Looking for a way to make the most of the school holidays? Why not join us at The Trumpet Major in Dorchester and enjoy a delicious meal while the little ones dine for just £1 with every adult meal purchased available Tuesday 27th May &#8211; Friday 30th May.
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