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Our pizza oven is now open on Thursdays & Fridays ( weather dependent)

We are delighted to have now opened our fantastic new cutom built, woodfired pizza oven – based on a traditional Roman bread oven design it can cook a pizza in just 90 seconds! We have been mixing, kneading, chopping, sprinkling & stoking our pizza oven to get everything ready for this exciting new addition to…

The Dorset Arms featured in ‘Best UK Pubs to visit’ by Tatler.com

There’s nothing quite like an English country pub. Now that hospitality has fully reopened, there’s surely nowhere better for a long-awaited catch up with friends and family than The Dorset Arms: the De La Warr family’s stunning pub in the pretty east Sussex village of Withyham. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3yk6W0e

Our marquee and garden are now open!

We are delighted that our garden and marquee tables are now available for bookings and we can now welcome people from 2 households or groups of up to 6 people from mixed households (including children), to enjoy some alfresco eating and drinking with us. As our number of tables is limited we would be very…

Thank you and welcome back…

“It has been a year like no other for us all and especially at The Dorset Arms, Withyham. We have opened, closed and re-opened and then closed again, all in line with the Government guidelines. We know that without the commitment of our dedicated team and the support of our suppliers and our wonderful customers…

Housekeeper/Pub Cleaner Job

Housekeeper/Pub Cleaner Job Advert The Dorset Arms is a privately owned, thriving village pub in the village of Hartfield with 9 high standard, beautiful rooms. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, customer-focused individual with an exceptional eye for detail to work full time within our busy Housekeeping team. The responsibilities of the role are:…

Christmas Opening Times

Christmas Opening Hours Christmas Eve: 12.00 – 21.00hrs Christmas Day: Pre-booked tables only Boxing Day: Food Served food served 12.00-15.00, open until 17.00 Sunday 27th December: Food served 12.00-15.00 open until 17.00 Monday 28th December: Food Served 12.00-15.00 open until 17.00

Win your Christmas Day Lunch

Book your Christmas Day lunch with us at The Dorset Arms and you will automatically be entered into the draw where the winner will win the cost of their meal… our Christmas gift to you. We have our last few Christmas Day tables left & all bookings are being made within the current government…

Christmas Menus 2020

Family, food and friends have never been more important than they are this year – so however you want to celebrate Christmas we have menus to cater for whatever you need. From a Christmas cocktail or two to a festive get together or a family feast we have menus to suit all occasions, available from…

Book a 2 night mid-week stay and 1 night is on us – Yes really!

From September 2020 to November 2020 when you pre-book a two night midweek stay using the code: DLW1109 at The Dorset Arms (Monday- Friday)* then the second night is on us. Located in the heart of the stunning Sussex countryside we are dogfriendly and perfectly placed for wonderful walks and places to visit. So whether…

Now closing at 10pm

In keeping with the new Government guidelines, from the 24th September until further notice we will be closing the pub at 10pm – so the following timing adjustments will now apply to our service. Service Times The bar will be open from 12.00-10.00pm with last orders at the bar at 9.30pm. We will serving food…

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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."

""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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Warm Ginger Parkin with Caramelised Banana Cream - one of our delicious new seasonal puddings.

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Warm Ginger Parkin with Caramelised Banana Cream - one of our delicious new seasonal puddings. ...

Our Buckhurst Park Roast Venison has been proving tremendously popular today. As the weather gets cooler, why not join us for one of our delicious Sunday roasts? Booking recommended.

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Our Buckhurst Park Roast Venison has been proving tremendously popular today. As the weather gets cooler, why not join us for one of our delicious Sunday roasts? Booking recommended. ...

New to the menu is this delicious starter of Salt & Pepper Squid with Chilli, Garlic & Lemon Aioli. Why not book a table this weekend and give it a try?

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New to the menu is this delicious starter of Salt & Pepper Squid with Chilli, Garlic & Lemon Aioli. Why not book a table this weekend and give it a try? ...

The sunshine this evening means it still feels a little bit like summer - all set up here for an early supper.

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The sunshine this evening means it still feels a little bit like summer - all set up here for an early supper. ...

This week’s ’Special’ is our Dorset Arms Fish Pie - packed full of Cod, Smoked Haddock, & King Prawns topped with creamy mash and served with Seasonal Greens.

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This week’s ’Special’ is our Dorset Arms Fish Pie - packed full of Cod, Smoked Haddock, & King Prawns topped with creamy mash and served with Seasonal Greens. ...

A delicious business breakfast for 12 here this morning .. a great way to start the day!

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A delicious business breakfast for 12 here this morning .. a great way to start the day! ...

It’s the Bank Holiday weekend and our amazing Wood-fired Pizza Oven will be open today, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday ( taking a pause for Sat as it’s raining ☔️) .
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We hand-stretch our delicious pizzas and have all your favourites to choose from so why not pop along and enjoy lunch ‘al fresco’.
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Our Lemon Sole Veronique with Clams and a Vermouth Sauce .. the perfect light fish dish for a Friday ..
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One of today’s specials Pappardelle with Slow Braised South Downs Lamb & Chianti Ragu with a Garlic and Herb Crumb, Parmesan.
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The large surface area and rough texture of the pasta make pappardelle the perfect accompaniment to more robust sauces and ragus - delicious!
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Just a week to go until our ‘Quiz Night’ is back by popular demand!
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Book your team in for some summer fun and arrive at 6.30 for a 7pm start.
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£15pp to include
- Team entry (of up to a maximum of 6)
- Burger & Chips
- Prizes on the night
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Spaces are limited so call us now on 01892 770278 to register your team🙌.
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Today really is the perfect day for lunch ‘Al fresco’ in our garden or in the Garden Room - which is set up for a lunch party of 15, the perfect way to spend a Monday..

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Today really is the perfect day for lunch ‘Al fresco’ in our garden or in the Garden Room - which is set up for a lunch party of 15, the perfect way to spend a Monday.. ...

New to the menu is this delightful dish of Confit Duck Leg, Summer Bean & Pancetta Cassoulet, Gremolata & Wilted Spinach.

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New to the menu is this delightful dish of Confit Duck Leg, Summer Bean & Pancetta Cassoulet, Gremolata & Wilted Spinach. ...