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Join our team …

Come and join us! We are looking to recruit: • Waiting Staff • Restaurant Supervisors • Chefs • Kitchen Porters • Cleaners We offer competitive rates of pay & salary, a dynamic work environment & offer an exceptional food and dining experience to our customers. So if you have a passion for hospitality,  enjoy teamwork…

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Love is in the air …💕

When you book  a Valentine’s Day Stay with us you will receive a complimentary bottle of Prosecco in your room on arrival. We also have a delicious Valentine’s Menu available on the night showcasing some of Sussex’s best ingredients Harvey’s Bitter, Buckhurst Beef, South Coast Lobster and sharing options for every course among other things…

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Christmas & New Year Opening Times

Here is everything you need to know about when we are open over Christmas & New Year period so you can get planning your fun with us. It’s a busy time of year so please book your table in advance where possible to avoid disappointment.  

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The Steaks are high …

This month Lord De La Warr was delighted to welcome Robert Hardman from The Daily Mail to The Dorset Arms, where after visiting Buckhurst Park he sat down to discuss all things ‘Beef’, while of course  putting it to the taste test .. Read the full article here

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Join our Team ..

We are looking to recruit team members at all levels both front and back of house but particularly: • Supervisors • Waiting Staff • Kitchen Assistants We offer competitive rates of pay and salary, a dynamic work environment & offer an exceptional food and dining experience to our customers. Please send CVs to generalmanager@dorset-arms.co.uk

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‘Game Night’ with Corney & Barrow Thursday 30th November 7pm

Come and join us for a delicious menu celebrating the best of seasonal game paired with Corney & Barrow wines. Places are limited so please call 01892 770278 to make a reservation. 4 course menu with wine @£75.00 pp  Pheasant & Chorizo Scotch Eggs Cotes-du-Rhone Blanc Les Becs Fins Tardieu- Laurent 2022  *** Grouse &…

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The Dorset Arms included in 25 cosy pubs for easy autumn walks

Selected by Sawdays for The Independent we are delighted to be included in their article about great pubs for autumn walks. Read the full article here .

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Steak Frites Wednesdays

We are delighted to introduce ‘Steak Frites’ Wednesdays* at The Dorset Arms. What better way to banish the mid-week blues than to come and join us for a delicious • Buckhurst Beef Steak, • Frites  • A Glass of Wine all for £20 pp.   So come along and join us every Wednesday..it’s the perfect…

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Sussex Summer Stays

We are delighted to be launching our ☀️SUSSEX SUMMER STAYS☀️ for July and August 2023 We have put together this amazing package for just  £115 per person per night based on 2 guests staying for 2 nights on a Monday & Tuesday in July and August 2023 The package includes the best of what The…

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Summer is here – come and get a pizza the action!

We are delighted that our pizza oven & BBQ  is now open from Wednesday- Sunday  12.00 – 18.00 (weather dependent)  serving our  delicious home-made pizzas, burgers & sandwiches  from our garden bar. When we say home-made we mean it – with our famous Dorset Arms tomato sauce base, and delicious toppings  combined with our hand…

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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."

Steve Price - September 2022 - Google

""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..."

Paul Stockley - October 2022 - Google

"Excellent meal, excellent service "

"Excellent meal, excellent service. Very happy friendly staff. Lovely atmosphere.
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Malcolm Barton - November 2022 - Google

""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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Tony Laughlin - November 2022 - Google

"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."

January 2020 - TripAdvisor

"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!"

Christopher S. - November 2018 - TripAdvisor

"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!"

Anne E. - June 2019 - TripAdvisor

"One of the best..."

"Food is excellent, service is great. The flat ironed chicken is to die for. Great value, brilliant atmosphere."

Gordon D. - March 2019 - TripAdvisor

"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."

Jean W. - May 2019 - TripAdvisor

"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."

March 2019 - OpenTable

  • Certificate of
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    2015-2017 Winner, TripAdvisor

  • Diners' Choice
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Loving the spring sunshine today in the garden - don’t forget if you are thinking of joining us over the Easter weekend we would love to see you so call 01892 770278 to book a table or book on-line.
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Loving the spring sunshine today in the garden - don’t forget if you are thinking of joining us over the Easter weekend we would love to see you so call 01892 770278 to book a table or book on-line.
#easterweekend #bankholiday #sussexpubs #sussexlife #dogfriendlypubs #tunbridgewells #pubswithrooms #pubgarden #englishpubs #weekendvibes #ashdownforest #eastgrinstead #weekendgetaway #countrylife #weekendwalks #lunchwithfriends
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Our Chicken, Bacon & Avocado Salad .. the perfect Saturday lunch - you know where we are…

Our Chicken, Bacon & Avocado Salad .. the perfect Saturday lunch - you know where we are… ...

The cocktail of the week is our Hugo Lemon Spritz a long and super refreshing combination of @gordonsginuk Lemon Gin, Elderflower, Prosecco, Soda water with Cucumber and Mint.

The cocktail of the week is our Hugo Lemon Spritz a long and super refreshing combination of @gordonsginuk Lemon Gin, Elderflower, Prosecco, Soda water with Cucumber and Mint. ...

It’s Friday and we have a little “spring” in our step now the evenings are getting lighter… whatever your plans are for the weekend why not pop in and join us for something to eat or a drink by the fire and your favourite four legged friends are welcome too ! 🐾 
Call 01892 7720278 or see #linkinbio to book your table.

It’s Friday and we have a little “spring” in our step now the evenings are getting lighter… whatever your plans are for the weekend why not pop in and join us for something to eat or a drink by the fire and your favourite four legged friends are welcome too ! 🐾
Call 01892 7720278 or see #linkinbio to book your table.
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New to the menu, our delicious Fish Pie - the perfect dish for a Friday lunch.
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Filled to the brim with delicious fish and chips egg, coated in a creamy white sauce and topped with our buttery mash. #fishonfriday

New to the menu, our delicious Fish Pie - the perfect dish for a Friday lunch.

Filled to the brim with delicious fish and chips egg, coated in a creamy white sauce and topped with our buttery mash. #fishonfriday
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We’re thrilled to let you know that we have been nominated for BEST DESTINATION PUB in the @muddy_sussex Awards 2024 in Sussex.
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The first round of Nominations run until 14 MARCH, with the 5 businesses with the most nominations going to through to the Finals.
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We’re thrilled to let you know that we have been nominated for BEST DESTINATION PUB in the @muddy_sussex Awards 2024 in Sussex.

The first round of Nominations run until 14 MARCH, with the 5 businesses with the most nominations going to through to the Finals.

Every nomination counts so we would be very grateful if you could take 2 minutes to vote to get us through to the finals! Voting link in bio ⬆️
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Don’t forget it’s Mothering Sunday this weekend and due to a lovely increase in demand we will be serving food until 7pm.
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So, if you are looking to celebrate with a late lunch give us a call on 01892 770277 as we have our last few remaining tables available.
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Don’t forget it’s Mothering Sunday this weekend and due to a lovely increase in demand we will be serving food until 7pm.

So, if you are looking to celebrate with a late lunch give us a call on 01892 770277 as we have our last few remaining tables available.
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So lovely that the evenings are getting lighter … not quite pub garden weather yet but won’t be long!
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#muddysussex #tunbridgewells  #eastgrinstead #weekendaway #weekendvibes

So lovely that the evenings are getting lighter … not quite pub garden weather yet but won’t be long!
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We are very excited to be hosting our first ever Quiz night on Tuesday 19th March from 7pm for a 7.30 start.
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Teams of up to a maximum of 6 
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#sussexpub #quiznight #localpub #quizzing #sussex #sussexlife #currynight #dogfriendlypub #nightout #muddysussex #ashdownforest #tunbridgewellsmums #tunbridgewellsevents #eastgrinstead

We are very excited to be hosting our first ever Quiz night on Tuesday 19th March from 7pm for a 7.30 start.

Teams of up to a maximum of 6
£15 pp to include
Quiz entry
Curry & Pudding
Prizes on the night

Spaces are limited so pre-booking is essential- please call 01892 770278 to register your team.
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We have 6 beautiful double en-suite bedrooms in our Old School Cottage that is located just at the end of the pub garden.
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So whether you want to visit
•Ashdown Forest 
•The famous Tunbridge Wells Pantiles 
•Penshurst Place 
which are all on our doorstep or just relax and enjoy some Dorset Arms hospitality we are the perfect place to be. 
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Our weekday standard double room prices start from £130 per room per night and Fridays-Sundays start from £155 per room per night from Jan-March and dogs are welcome too! 
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For further information or to book a room please call us on 01892 770278 or visit our website #linkinbio 
We have 6 beautiful double en-suite bedrooms in our Old School Cottage that is located just at the end of the pub garden.
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So whether you want to visit
•Ashdown Forest 
•The famous Tunbridge Wells Pantiles 
•Penshurst Place 
which are all on our doorstep or just relax and enjoy some Dorset Arms hospitality we are the perfect place to be. 
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Our weekday standard double room prices start from £130 per room per night and Fridays-Sundays start from £155 per room per night from Jan-March and dogs are welcome too! 
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For further information or to book a room please call us on 01892 770278 or visit our website #linkinbio 
#sussex #sussexpub #sussexlife #pubswithrooms #staycation #easter #getaway #minibreak #weekendawaywithfriends #muddysussex #englishpubs #weekendoff #ashdownforest #tunbridgewells #tunbridgewellsmums #villagepub #dogfriendlypubs #dogfriendlypub #englishpubs

We have 6 beautiful double en-suite bedrooms in our Old School Cottage that is located just at the end of the pub garden.

So whether you want to visit
•Ashdown Forest
•The famous Tunbridge Wells Pantiles
•Penshurst Place
which are all on our doorstep or just relax and enjoy some Dorset Arms hospitality we are the perfect place to be.

Our weekday standard double room prices start from £130 per room per night and Fridays-Sundays start from £155 per room per night from Jan-March and dogs are welcome too!

For further information or to book a room please call us on 01892 770278 or visit our website #linkinbio
We have 6 beautiful double en-suite bedrooms in our Old School Cottage that is located just at the end of the pub garden.

So whether you want to visit
•Ashdown Forest
•The famous Tunbridge Wells Pantiles
•Penshurst Place
which are all on our doorstep or just relax and enjoy some Dorset Arms hospitality we are the perfect place to be.

Our weekday standard double room prices start from £130 per room per night and Fridays-Sundays start from £155 per room per night from Jan-March and dogs are welcome too!

For further information or to book a room please call us on 01892 770278 or visit our website #linkinbio
#sussex #sussexpub #sussexlife #pubswithrooms #staycation #easter #getaway #minibreak #weekendawaywithfriends #muddysussex #englishpubs #weekendoff #ashdownforest #tunbridgewells #tunbridgewellsmums #villagepub #dogfriendlypubs #dogfriendlypub #englishpubs
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Warm Chocolate Fondant with Clotted Cream Ice-Cream - the perfect combination of classic flavours .. delicious!

Warm Chocolate Fondant with Clotted Cream Ice-Cream - the perfect combination of classic flavours .. delicious! ...

Our Saturday special ..Provençal Bouillabaisse with Toasted Sourdough and Rouille. 
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This famous Marseille fish soup deliciously combines the flavours of fish, tomato and Provençal herbs with the rouille, a mayonnaise made of olive oil, garlic, saffron, and cayenne pepper served on toasted slices of bread - just perfect for dipping or mopping up ..

Our Saturday special ..Provençal Bouillabaisse with Toasted Sourdough and Rouille.

This famous Marseille fish soup deliciously combines the flavours of fish, tomato and Provençal herbs with the rouille, a mayonnaise made of olive oil, garlic, saffron, and cayenne pepper served on toasted slices of bread - just perfect for dipping or mopping up ..
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