My new favourite place to drink in Sturminster Newton town centre. Good selection of whiskies, lager and ale that as a free house, cover the range from normal pub offerings to more unusual. Especially like the Pistonhead Full Amber. Ambience is quirky as is a converted bank including massive old safe door at back. Reminds me of an old London pub. Owners are easy to get along with and could not be more helpful.

My first visit to Bank House but the second for my wife and mother in law and what a fabulous bar with great wines and charcuterie. Brilliant owners and staff and they deserve to succeed. Next time I’m down visiting I will call in again, but maybe buy the bottle rather than buy the glass as it’s somewhere you want to stay and linger.