The Talbot's location affords easy access to the nearby market towns of Blandford, Shaftesbury, (famous for its appearance in the "Hovis" advert and the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey), Gillingham, Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. There are public schools located at Clayesmore, Sandroyd, St. Marys, Bryanston, Hanford and Knighton House.

Nearby places of interest include the Larmer Tree Gardens, Stourhead Gardens, the Dorset Steam Fair, Compton Abbas airfield, Ashley Wood golf course and the ancient hill forts of Hambledon and Hod - walk to the top of these hills for the views whilst enjoying miles of glorious, open countryside.

Located in the beautiful Dorset countryside, the Talbot is a pub with rooms that will delight those in search of award-winning food, good drink and superior, ensuite, bed and breakfast accommodation.