Perfectly placed to explore the great outdoors.
Wake up in the peaceful village of Damerham and spend your days exploring ancient woodland, stumbling across wild ponies, rolling heathland and quiet country lanes. From Cranborne Chase to the New Forest, adventure begins right on our doorstep.
A hidden gem in the heart of southern England.
The Compasses has welcomed guests for centuries. Built in Tudor times and later home to its own brewery, coach house and dairy, the pub has always been part of village life. Today it continues that tradition, bringing together visitors, locals, walkers and food lovers beneath the same roof.
Perfectly positioned for day trips, you'll also find Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, the Jurassic Coast, Breamore House, Ringwood and countless walking and cycling routes all within easy reach.
After a day of exploring, return to hearty food, authentic Nepalese dishes, local ales and a warm welcome at The Compasses where the locals embrace you as one of their own.
Attractions on our doorstep
Within just three miles you’ll find Damerham Trout Fisheries and Rockbourne Trout Fishery, and within five miles there’s Trafalgar Fisheries and Charford Farm Fishery.
Within twenty miles you’ll find many nature reserves, birdwatching spots, and National Trust places of interest.
Slightly further out there’s a wealth of day trips: Salisbury (13 miles), Stonehenge (20 miles), Bournemouth (19 miles), Poole Harbour (25 miles), Durdle Door (39 miles), and the The Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (38 miles).
Ancient woodlands, rare grasslands, and 220 miles of chalk rivers abound in this stunning area of outstanding natural beauty, with one of the lowest population densities in the south of England. Visit historic market towns, and walk the myriad of ancient droves and track-ways bristling with history waiting to be explored.
A short walk down classic country lanes is the Damerham Fishery, where you can enjoy fly fishing the Allen river chalk stream for the legendary Damerham blue trout.
The Cranbourne Chase
The New Forest
The New Forest has been a holiday destination throughout the ages, and once you’ve experienced the peacefulness of the forest’s idyllic glades, ancient woodland, open moors, heathland, and cliff top walks, you’ll understand why.
Incredible cycle routes, guided horse rides, watersports, and golf are all nearby, or if you’re feeling like a more sedentary holiday there are relaxing spas, quaint village shopping, museums, and brilliant independent theatres in the area.
Historic Salisbury
Welcoming travellers since 1227, Salisbury is a historic compact cathedral city with its own unique and modern identity.
View the best-preserved of the four original Magna Carta manuscripts, then walk just minutes to the buzzing pedestrianised city centre for upmarket boutique shopping, bars, and restaurants. The Charter Market showcases goods from the region’s independent artisans and farmers.
Less than twenty minutes north of Salisbury is Stonehenge, a powerful testament to human ingenuity, imagination, and creativity. Experience the unforgettable atmosphere of the Stone Circle, take a trip back 4,000 years in the world-class exhibition, and take time to explore the monuments and mysteries of the wider Stonehenge landscape.
The Jurassic Coast
The only place on Earth where geology from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Periods can be seen in one place, the Jurassic Coast offers stunning coastal walks, dramatic secluded beaches, traditional seaside villages, and the historic, cultural towns of Bournemouth and Poole.
Take a short ferry trip from Lymington to Yarmouth for a memorable day exploring the Isle of Wight area of outstanding natural beauty, or spot rare birds in the North Solent.
