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We’ve Done It! Dorset Echo Café of the Year 2024!
Mid Dorset Mencap is celebrating an extraordinary achievement after being named Dorset Echo Café of the Year 2024! This prestigious award reflects the dedication, passion, and community spirit that make our café a truly special place.
Our café has always been more than just a spot for coffee—it's a hub of connection, inclusivity, and support for our community. Receiving this recognition is a moment of pride for everyone involved, from our loyal customers to our hardworking team of volunteers.
Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Whether serving customers, clearing tables, or creating a welcoming environment, their efforts shine through.
This award also highlights the incredible support of our customers, who have embraced what we stand for and helped us grow. Every visit, every smile, and every vote for us played a part in this momentous win.
We’re excited to continue building on this success, serving delicious food and drinks while fostering the community spirit that brought us here. Here's to celebrating together and to more milestones in the future!
Thank you for making this possible—we look forward to welcoming you back to the award-winning Mid Dorset Mencap Café soon!
Celebrate the festive season with a selection of mouthwatering dishes at Mid Dorset Mencap Café! Whether you're enjoying a cozy lunch or indulging in a delicious dessert, our festive menu offers something for everyone.
Treat yourself to our delicious Festive Panini filled with turkey, brie, stuffing, and cranberry, or enjoy a hearty Turkey & Smoked Ham Hock Pie served with homemade coleslaw and salad. For a more relaxed meal, try our Festive Ploughman’s for Two, perfect for sharing with a loved one.
Don't forget to end your meal on a sweet note! Our Espresso Martini Tiramisu Torte, Toffee & Honeycomb Cheesecake, and Chocolate Mousse Christmas Tree are the perfect festive treats to satisfy your sweet tooth.
We look forward to welcoming you to the café!
Christmas Cracker Day at Mid Dorset Mencap!
We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be open on Christmas Cracker Day — and we’ve got some magical news!
Father Christmas himself will be spreading festive cheer right here at Mid Dorset Mencap! He’s taking time out of his busy schedule to visit us and enjoy his lunch in the café. You can see Father Christmas between 12pm and 3pm
Come along, enjoy the festivities, and don’t forget to say hello to the man in red!
We can’t wait to see you
Mid Dorset Mencap will be open on the free parking days in Dorchester, so why not pop in for all your Christmas shopping needs?
Park4Free in Dorchester is a joint venture between Dorchester BID, Dorchester Town Council, and Dorset Council. This initiative is returning this year, offering free parking in most Dorset Council-run car parks (not including on-street parking) on the following dates:
Saturday, 23th November
Saturday, 30th November
Saturday, 7th December
Thursday, 12th December
Acland Road – 6404
Durngate Street – 6400
Fairfield (Short Stay) – 6413
Fairfield (Long Stay) – 6402
Old Market – 6403
Top O' Town (Short Stay) – 6412
Top O' Town (Long Stay) – 6401
Top O' Town (Commercial) – 6410
Trinity Street (South) – 6406
Wollaston Field – 6416
Make the most of these free parking days to visit us and find fantastic festive bargains!