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Historic inn is our pub of the week
Historic inn is our pub of the week

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time08-02-2025

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Historic inn is our pub of the week

At the heart of Chideock stands the traditional, locally-loved pub, The Clock Inn. After closing its doors in late 2023, married couple, Alex and Matt Mawhood, took on the pub in August of 2024. Having both started in hospitality, Alex had previously told the News; 'It has always been our dream to run a pub of our own.' Landlady Alex said: 'It's been a real learning curve and a lot of hard work, but it's been really amazing.' Built in the sixteenth century, the 400 year old building, has stood strong against two fires. One in 1984, thought to have been started by a spark from a neighbour's bonfire getting on to the thatch, and a second in 2015, with flames, yet again, attacking the thatched roof. The Clock Inn, 1988 (Image: John B. Gurd) And in the 70s, outrage grew amongst locals and the Chideock Women's Institute, when a barn on the grounds of The Clock Inn was demolished by the owner without permission. The plan was to then rebuild part of the barn with materials that did not match the original building. Historically, The Clock Inn is a staple to the village of Chideock. As you come through the doors off of Chideock Hill, you are welcomed by a traditional wooden bar, plenty of tables, chairs and bar stools. Up the stairs to the right, lays a cheerful games room. The jovial sound of the local's chatter fills the room, also. Community is at the forefront for owners, Alex and Matt, saying that they host: 'Lots of locals.' Alex commented: 'We get a lot of regulars which is really cool because it feels like we gained a family. We closed for a few weeks in January for a break and we really missed everyone.' 'We're really happy and we hope the locals are happy with us too.' The bar area inside The Clock Inn (Image: Alfie Lumb) Alex previously told us how she had been coming to the Golden Cap for holidays since she was little. She said: 'We love The Clock, we have been coming here for years.' So, when the opportunity arose to buy it, it was something they could not pass up on. Food is very important to The Clock-Inn too, with owner, Matt Mawhood, in the kitchen. Matt expressed how recently: 'The kitchen has been a lot better, we've hired an apprentice that's given us a massive boost and we're excited about the future.' The Clock Inn, according to Alex is: 'A traditional pub serving up yummy and hearty food.' Alex has previously stated also how important sourcing locally is: 'We as much as possible want to support local businesses and get our produce locally, Dorset is a natural larder, it is all here.' Tuesdays at the pub have been branded as 'Stewsdays' where Alex and Matt are proud to offer their homemade stew, mash and a crusty roll with a pint of Guiness, Pravha, Otter Bitter or a 175ml of house red or white wine for £14. Sunday's, as per tradition, are reserved for roast dinners. The larger dining section of the pub opens with fully laid tables and table service to host, what they brand, the Sunday Roast Society. The dining area inside The Clock Inn (Image: Alfie Lumb) As well as the table service, The Clock Inn also provide live acoustic jazz music. In terms of drinks, Alex proudly stated how the pub is a freehouse: 'which is cool because we can choose our own selections and choose to be creative.' For those seeking a thrill with their drink, The Clock Inn is home to a spacious and exciting games room. The back room holds four dart boards which can be used by punters and the pub's very own darts team. There is also a skittles alley which hosts three skittles teams and pool table which they have said is perfect for families to book on a rainy day. Dart board and skittle alley in The Clock Inn's games room (Image: Alfie Lumb) Having been open under their ownership for 5 months, Alex stated how: 'Last year, when we opened, it was about getting a lay of the land but this year it's about planning events, promos, we have a monthly quiz, monthly bands.' Last October, they brought the German beer festival, Oktoberfest to Chideok with a pub twist- Clocktoberfest. The pair dressed up in the festival's traditional attire and served beer in the large, classic glasses of Oktoberfest. Alex said: 'Clocktoberfest was a massive success last year and we will be bringing it back.' As for current plans, The Clock Inn is broadcasting every single game of the Rugby Six Nations tournament live, along with Six Nations inspired cocktails. Alex and Matt expressed their gratitude to the local people and customers as they continue in their new venture.

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