Local Produce

River Cottage has certainly put the west country on the national map, but Dorset has always produced wonderful local goods both on the food side along with a wide variety of artists living and working in the area. We hope you will enjoy sampling all the things that are on offer and support the community by buying some of its produce while you are staying with us.

If you enjoy eating good locally produced food we can recommend the following:

Farmer's Markets:

There are numerous farmers markets locally, these will be itemised in the monthly tourist board print out.

Farm Shops:

There are several farm shops locally.

Stevens Farm Shop in Martinstown:
Tel: 01305 889485

Sydling Brooks Organic Farm Shop in Sydling St Nicolas: Will deliver if order big enough.
www.sydling.co.uk Tel: 01300 341992

Washingpool Farm Shop: Winners Best Farm Shop in Dorset Food and Drink Awards on 2006 and 2007.
Tel: 01308 459549

Local Fish:

Bridfish in Bridport specialises in smoked products and a wide selection of fish. You can order by phone, website or by post.
www.bridfishsmokery.com Tel: 01308 456306

Samways in WestBay: A highly recommended fish shop. You can also buy on line with delivery.
www.samwaysfish.com

Local Meat:

Framptons in West Bay: A fantastic butchers, situated next door to Samways Fish Shop.
Tel: 01308 423124

Organic Meals:

If you do not want to use our caterers but fancy eating in without the work do try Manna Organic. Particularly good for the smaller group in Swallows. Orders over £25 have free delivery. They have won many awards and have an extensive organic menu which can be seen on their website.
www.mannaorganic.co.uk Tel: 01305 851551

Celebration Cakes and Chocolates:

If you are coming for that special birthday, anniversary, celebration Zoe Maclaren has a thriving business creating individual hand made cakes and chocolates to order.
www.cakesandchocolates.co.uk Tel: 07739 884272