Spyglass

Perched above the beach with a fascinating jumble of seafaring bric-a-brac in snug quarry-tiled interior, well kept Ringwood and a couple of guests, generously served food inc good crab sandwiches, friendly helpful staff; piped music - live most evenings and Sun lunchtime, can get very busy; children welcome, dogs in bar, terrace tables with lovely sea views, coast walk towards Botanic Garden, heftier hikes on to St Boniface Down and towards the eerie shell of Appuldurcombe House, bedrooms, open all day