Host your occasion in a calm, well-presented space that’s easy to tailor. Sleeping Bear Hotels offers two flexible function rooms in central Dorchester, each with natural light, full air-conditioning, fast Wi-Fi and modern AV (projector/screen and flip chart available). From intimate celebrations and family gatherings to private dinners and team events, we’ll set the room to your plan and keep the day running smoothly.
Typical capacities:
Make a night of it. Guests can stay in our Superior, Standard or Cabin Rooms (selected dog-friendly rooms available). We can bundle room allocations with your event booking and arrange simple refreshments or a light buffet on request. Expect straightforward pricing and clear inclusions — no unnecessary extras.
We’re right in central Dorchester, close to museums, cafés and Brewery Square — ideal if your plans include a stroll before or after the event. For rail travel, it’s 0.4 miles to Dorchester West and 0.9 miles to Dorchester South (direct links to Bristol/Cardiff and London Waterloo/Weymouth). We’ll share simple access notes and welcome signage with your confirmation.
On-site parking is limited and must be pre-booked via JustPark.
For additional cars, Top O’ Town public car park is a short walk and typically around £6 per 24 hours. We’ll include directions in your event brief.
Tell us your date, guest numbers, preferred layout and any catering notes. We’ll confirm availability, hold the room and finalise the schedule with you. For business events, our Day Delegate Rate (£35pp) is available (room hire, projector & screen, flip chart, two refreshment breaks, sandwich lunch, table water, pencils & paper). For celebrations, we’ll provide a clear, itemised quote based on your set-up and refreshments.
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