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The Bull Hotel www.thebullhotel.co.uk 01308 422878 The Bull Hotel, 34 East Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3LF Believe it or not, The Bull Hotel has been a watering hole and staging post for travellers through Wessex since 1593. In 2005, the hotel was renovated by Richard and Nikki Cooper as a boutique hideaway. Enjoy an unpretentious Cream Tea in the courtyard with scones and homemade jam for £5 or a range of indulgent cakes – such as carrot or lemon drizzle – before cleaning the palate with a range of specialty teas and coffees. 40 Best For: If Bridport is the centre of the Dorset foodieverse, then The Bull remains one of the signature landmarks. Seaside Boarding House http://theseasideboardinghouse. com/ 01308 897 205 Cliff Road, Burton Bradstock, Dorset, DT6 4RB Located on a cliff top in Burton Bradstock, The Seaside Boarding House is the perfect location for afternoon tea by the sea whatever the weather. Whether you are seated inside or outside on the terrace, you have the most spectacular views overlooking Chesil Beach and Lyme Bay. The luxurious Afternoon Tea includes www.menu-dorset.co.uk a selection of finger sandwiches, parmesan biscuits and sweet treats such as fondant fancies, chocolate and hazelnut délices and freshly made scones served with a pot of tea for £22 per person. For a special occasion you can indulge in the champagne afternoon tea for £30 per person. They also do a traditional cream tea with freshly made scones, jam and clotted cream for £7.50 per person. Best For: One of the best vantage points from which to enjoy the sweep of Chesil Beach through the large French windows.