The Dorset Arms
Buckhurst Park, Withyham
Welcome to the Dorset Arms
Traditional hospitality in the heart of the Sussex Weald
The Dorset Arms is a village pub that combines the proud heritage of the De La Warr family and Buckhurst Park – with our relaxed and welcoming restaurant, bar and garden as well as our rooms that give you a home from home.
We offer a wide range of drinks, a great selection of beers and wines from Berry Brothers & Rudd as well as our popular and ever changing menus that showcase the very best of local & seasonal dishes all making up our modern British menu.
So whether you want to enjoy a quiet pint, are joining friends and family for lunch, or looking to stay in the beautiful Sussex countryside, The Dorset Arms is a great place to visit.
Eat & Drink
Eat at the Dorset Arms
We are committed to freshness and using local ingredients whenever possible.
Our menus offer a wide selection with our ever changing ‘specials’ allowing us to use local & seasonal ingredients as well as Buckhurst Estate produce & exceptional food from Sussex and artisan suppliers – not forgetting our very own Buckhurst Sausage, made to Lord De La Warr’s own recipe.
Stay
Stay at the Dorset Arms
Each of our nine rooms have been uniquely designed by Lady De La Warr to reflect the history and character of The Dorset Arms.
What our customers say
""Excellent food, service & a lovely varied menu too""
"Excellent food, service and a lovely, varied menu too. We had a great evening, thanks guys. Highly recommended for dinner."
""They were always attentive and the food was excellent. We could not have asked for more...""
"We hired a pod for our 40th wedding anniversary. The staff managed to balance being always available but not a constant interruption. They were always attentive and the food was excellent. We could not have asked for more..."
"Excellent meal, excellent service "
"Excellent meal, excellent service. Very happy friendly staff. Lovely atmosphere.
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""Food was excellent, service was fantastic""
"It was the first time I've been to the Dorset Arms. Food was excellent, service was fantastic and I would recommend eating here. I will be back again for the Sunday roast!
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"We will definitely go back"
"The service was efficient and courteous and the food was great. Overall, a very pleasant experience and reasonably priced. We will definitely go back."
"Better and better"
"Since the Restaurant was taken back by the estate, it has gone from strength to strength.Good locally sourced food, good ambience & service.We shall return!"
"Fabulous food in authentic surroundings"
"Really lovely inn. Very welcoming with real old worlde charm. Great service. Had wonderful perfectly cooked sole in delicious sauce. Wish it was my local!"
"One of the best..."
"Food is excellent, service is great. The flat ironed chicken is to die for. Great value, brilliant atmosphere."
"Wonderful dining experience"
"Will highly recommend the dorset to all my family & friends and will be visiting there again! All the staff were a pleasure to be around."
"Great food and lovely pub"
"We went on a Sunday evening and enjoyed a great roast. Service was excellent. Pub was classy without even trying."
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Certificate of
Excellence2015-2017 Winner, TripAdvisor
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Diners' Choice
Award 2018OpenTable
Our Menus
Exceptional food using the best
local and seasonal produce
We use the very best of local Sussex produce to create modern, British menus with a strong focus on using the best ingredients simply.
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Welcome to another festive Friday ! Don’t forget we have a selection of fantastic cocktails on our Drinks menu & this White Lady is proving very popular!
Welcome to another festive Friday ! Don’t forget we have a selection of fantastic cocktails on our Drinks menu & this White Lady is proving very popular!
Feeling peckish? Well then why not come & join us for a whole roast chicken , gravy and chips for £30 for 2 people on Tuesday nights
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We have a great roast record, so now you can enjoy it mid week too!
Feeling peckish? Well then why not come & join us for a whole roast chicken , gravy and chips for £30 for 2 people on Tuesday nights
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We have a great roast record, so now you can enjoy it mid week too!
A brilliant evening at our ‘Game Night’ with @corneyandbarrow - a fantastic menu from our Head Chef featuring Pheasant, Grouse and Venison paired with a wonderful selection of wines introduced by the super knowledgeable Simon from #corneyandbarrow & judging by the espresso martinis going out with the coffees we think everyone enjoyed it! Let us know below if you are interested in the next one ! ⬇️
#winelover #winetasting #venisonrecipes #sussexpubs #sussexfoodscene #englishpubs #localpubs #ashdownforest #tunbridgewells #christmasmood #muddysussex #muddystilettos #lovelocal #dogfriendlypub #pubswithrooms #winetime #pubsofinstagram
A brilliant evening at our ‘Game Night’ with @corneyandbarrow - a fantastic menu from our Head Chef featuring Pheasant, Grouse and Venison paired with a wonderful selection of wines introduced by the super knowledgeable Simon from #corneyandbarrow & judging by the espresso martinis going out with the coffees we think everyone enjoyed it! Let us know below if you are interested in the next one ! ⬇️
#winelover #winetasting #venisonrecipes #sussexpubs #sussexfoodscene #englishpubs #localpubs #ashdownforest #tunbridgewells #christmasmood #muddysussex #muddystilettos #lovelocal #dogfriendlypub #pubswithrooms #winetime #pubsofinstagram
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas - fireplace done ! Thank you so much @cobnar_flowers it looks beautiful ..& much more to come 🎄
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas - fireplace done ! Thank you so much @cobnar_flowers it looks beautiful ..& much more to come 🎄
#christmasdecor #christmasinstallation #christmaslights #pubsofinstagram #englishpub #sussex #sussexlife #ashdownforest #tunbridgewellsmums #pubswithrooms #dogfriendlypub #lunchwithfriends #christmasparty #publunch #pintofbeer #openfireplace #localpub #lovelocal #muddysussex
Our delicious smoked mackerel pate is the perfect choice for a light lunch and is one of the delicious options on our set lunch menu which is available from
Monday-Thursday.
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Our delicious smoked mackerel pate is the perfect choice for a light lunch and is one of the delicious options on our set lunch menu which is available from
Monday-Thursday.
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#mackerelpate #smokedmackerel #setmenu #lightlunch #sussexpub #sussex #muddysussex #publunch #englishpub #dogfriendly #pubswithrooms #stayinapub #ashdownforest
Our fish and chips are always one of our bestsellers - consistently in our top 3 dishes so it definitely doesn’t have to be a Friday for you to enjoy them ..
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#fishonfriday #fryyay #fridayfeeling #sussexpub #menufavourites #sussexlife #sussex #chefstagram #dogfriendlypub #chefsofinstagram #publunch #pubswithrooms
Our fish and chips are always one of our bestsellers - consistently in our top 3 dishes so it definitely doesn’t have to be a Friday for you to enjoy them ..
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#fishonfriday #fryyay #fridayfeeling #sussexpub #menufavourites #sussexlife #sussex #chefstagram #dogfriendlypub #chefsofinstagram #publunch #pubswithrooms
We are starting to get into the festive spirit and try out a few new Christmas Cocktails for December.
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We are loving the festive twist on this Mojito which incorporates Cranberry into the refreshing mint and lime & we can take the rum out to make it a #nojito - the only question is should we garnish with sugar around the rim?
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#christmascocktail #nojito #cocktailsofig #mocktails #sussexpub #sussexcounty #sussexpub #muddysussex #partytime #cocktailtime #cocktailrecipes #mojitotime #drinkoftheday
#pubswithrooms #dogfriendlypub #tunbridgewells #Ashdownforest
We are starting to get into the festive spirit and try out a few new Christmas Cocktails for December.
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We are loving the festive twist on this Mojito which incorporates Cranberry into the refreshing mint and lime & we can take the rum out to make it a #nojito - the only question is should we garnish with sugar around the rim?
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#christmascocktail #nojito #cocktailsofig #mocktails #sussexpub #sussexcounty #sussexpub #muddysussex #partytime #cocktailtime #cocktailrecipes #mojitotime #drinkoftheday
#pubswithrooms #dogfriendlypub #tunbridgewells #Ashdownforest
One of the secrets to keeping good beer and ale is keeping clean pipes which is the responsibility of our fantastic Cellar team.
We do this weekly so that there is no build up of yeast or raw materials which will then change the taste and the appearance of the beer which just wouldn’t do..
#beer #ale #pintofbeer #camra #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs #sussex #sussexlife #muddysussex #publunch #beerstagram #beerlover #palealebeer #pubswithrooms #sussexbeer #tunbridgewells #dogfriendlypub #dogfriendlydestinations #ashdownforest
One of the secrets to keeping good beer and ale is keeping clean pipes which is the responsibility of our fantastic Cellar team.
We do this weekly so that there is no build up of yeast or raw materials which will then change the taste and the appearance of the beer which just wouldn’t do..
#beer #ale #pintofbeer #camra #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs #sussex #sussexlife #muddysussex #publunch #beerstagram #beerlover #palealebeer #pubswithrooms #sussexbeer #tunbridgewells #dogfriendlypub #dogfriendlydestinations #ashdownforest
Today’s starter special Haggis and Black Pudding Bon Bons with Celeriac and Whiskey Remoulade #whenitsgoneitsgone
Today’s starter special Haggis and Black Pudding Bon Bons with Celeriac and Whiskey Remoulade #whenitsgoneitsgone
If you love our Game dishes then this event is one for you.
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We are kicking off autumn nights with our ‘Game Night’ on Thursday 30th November at 7pm.
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Celebrate the best of Buckhurst Game with a delicious menu which has been designed by our Head Chef and paired with carefully curated @corneyandbarrow wines from our favourite expert @winebertworkbert.
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Pheasant & Chorizo Scotch Egg paired with Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc les Becs Fins Tardieu-Laurent 2022
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Grouse* & Black Pudding paired with Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge les Becs Fins Tardieu-Laurent 2021
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Seared Venison Loin, Carrot Purée, Chestnut & Blackberry Jus paired with L’Ame Soeur Vdp Seyssuel Michel & Stephane Ogier 2013
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Carrot & Walnut Pudding with Lemon Marscapone paired with Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venice Domaine de Coyeux 2012
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£75 pp
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Come and join us for a wonderful evening - places are limited so call 01892 770278 to book.
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#sussexevents #sussexpub #venison #venisondish #corneyandbarrow #winetasting #localproduce #sussexcounty #sussexlife #countrypub #muddysussex #dogfriendlypubs #ashdownforest #pubswithrooms #staycation #cosypubs #autumndishes #tunbridgewells #gamefood #winelover #englishpub
If you love our Game dishes then this event is one for you.
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We are kicking off autumn nights with our ‘Game Night’ on Thursday 30th November at 7pm.
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Celebrate the best of Buckhurst Game with a delicious menu which has been designed by our Head Chef and paired with carefully curated @corneyandbarrow wines from our favourite expert @winebertworkbert.
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Pheasant & Chorizo Scotch Egg paired with Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc les Becs Fins Tardieu-Laurent 2022
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Grouse* & Black Pudding paired with Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge les Becs Fins Tardieu-Laurent 2021
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Seared Venison Loin, Carrot Purée, Chestnut & Blackberry Jus paired with L’Ame Soeur Vdp Seyssuel Michel & Stephane Ogier 2013
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Carrot & Walnut Pudding with Lemon Marscapone paired with Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venice Domaine de Coyeux 2012
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£75 pp
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Come and join us for a wonderful evening - places are limited so call 01892 770278 to book.
*from the North
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#sussexevents #sussexpub #venison #venisondish #corneyandbarrow #winetasting #localproduce #sussexcounty #sussexlife #countrypub #muddysussex #dogfriendlypubs #ashdownforest #pubswithrooms #staycation #cosypubs #autumndishes #tunbridgewells #gamefood #winelover #englishpub
“They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.”
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“For the fallen” by Robert Laurence Binyon 1869-1914
“They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.”
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“For the fallen” by Robert Laurence Binyon 1869-1914
Our Old School Cottage is looking lovely in the glorious sunshine.
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With its 6 double en-suite bedrooms ( we have dog-friendly options too) it is the perfect place to stay and enjoy our beautiful corner of Sussex.
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Whether you are looking to explore the Ashdown Forest or head into Tunbridge Wells for some shopping in The Pantiles we are perfectly located for both.
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Have lunch or dinner with us and then just a short stroll through the garden is The Old School Cottage with its big comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, TV, Wi-Fi - all the ingredients you need for a great stay.
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With breakfast included in our room rates call now on 01892 770278 or book on-line.
#pubswithrooms #staycation #sussex #muddysussex #bedandbreakfast #tunbridgewellslife #ashdownforest #dogfriendlypub #localpub #minibreaks #weekendaway❤️ #b&b #englishpubs #christmaspartyideas #weekendgetaways #sussexlife #eastgrinstead #localpub #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs
Our Old School Cottage is looking lovely in the glorious sunshine.
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With its 6 double en-suite bedrooms ( we have dog-friendly options too) it is the perfect place to stay and enjoy our beautiful corner of Sussex.
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Whether you are looking to explore the Ashdown Forest or head into Tunbridge Wells for some shopping in The Pantiles we are perfectly located for both.
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Have lunch or dinner with us and then just a short stroll through the garden is The Old School Cottage with its big comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, TV, Wi-Fi - all the ingredients you need for a great stay.
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With breakfast included in our room rates call now on 01892 770278 or book on-line.
#pubswithrooms #staycation #sussex #muddysussex #bedandbreakfast #tunbridgewellslife #ashdownforest #dogfriendlypub #localpub #minibreaks #weekendaway❤️ #b&b #englishpubs #christmaspartyideas #weekendgetaways #sussexlife #eastgrinstead #localpub #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs
Opening Hours
| Mon-Sat: | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Sun: | 12:00 - 6pm |
Kitchen Hours
| Mon-Fri: | 12.00-14.30 18.00-20.30 |
| Sat: | 12.00-20.30 |
| Sun: | 12.00-17.45 |