An independent pub in the heart of Bridport.

Community Pub

Great Cider, Craft
Beer and Amazing People!

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...with friendly Dorset welcome! The Woodman is a traditional Dorset pub serving fine ales and award-winning ciders. New beers are always appearing on tap, including exclusive local brews and ciders which are often served here first.

The Woodman supports local brewers, orchards, crafts, artisans and artists with regular showcase Live Events - Folk, Indie, Story-Telling, Jazz, Ska, DJs, Shanties, Poetry & Much More... ...now available to stream.

Currently Serving...

On TAP BIB Cider

Celebrating Cider on Apple Day and through-out the year!

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Bag-in-Box Ciders

9

Keg Lines

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Cask Ales

Upcoming Events

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Make it a night at The Woodman

Control the atmosphere for the perfect night out/in at The Woodman!

Cosy Afternoon

Busy Evening

At The Bar

Fire Place

Rain On Window

Woodman Noises (!)

Events...

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...The Woodman plays host to many wonderful weekly, monthly, seasonal and one-off events - Folk Nights! Live Music! Story Telling! DJs! Plays! and, of course, our 9 Pin Bowling alley. The Woodman is an independent, traditional pub at the heart of the community.

Local Attractions...

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...From Bridport's celebrated Colmers Hill down to the famous cliffs at West Bay, there is so much to do and see, and wonderful places to visit, eat and drink! The Woodman is the perfect place to finish a day, or spot off half-way, when visiting friends and favorite beauty spots.

Traditional and Craft...

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...all enjoyed with friends, family, and folk we've only just met. Be it chatting and joking around a blazing fire or watching the world go by along Bridport's famous wide streets and ropewalks, The Woodman is a sanctuary and home from home for all that pop in for Pint and a chat.

Our History

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Welcome to The Woodman Inn - The Woodman is a traditional Dorset pub serving fine ales and award-winning ciders. The Busy all year long the Woodman supports local brewers, orchards, crafts, artisans and artists alike. Woodman are always pleased to offer the same freindly welcome to all. Please see below for our location on Bridport's historic South Street, to get in contact and for our usual opening times.

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