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C-19 Accredited as a ‘Safe place to work & visit’

We are delighted to have received accreditation from the CSC to certify that we are ‘a safe place to work and visit’ with regard to our C-19 procols as independently verified by CSC. As a CSC C-19 accredited site we have been recognised as: Clean and sanitise our site regularly We provide sufficient handwashing/sanitising facilities…

Eat out to help out – Extended for September

The Dorset Arms are delighted be extending the #eattohelpout scheme for September 2020. As with the August scheme we will be including Monday – Wednesday as well as now Thursday lunchtimes too.

COVID-19 Guidelines

If you are coming to the Dorset Arms to eat, drink or stay we would be very grateful if you could read through our customer guidelines about how we will be operating under the new government guidelines prior to your visit.

We are open!

We are #backinbusiness & are very excited to confirm that we will be re-opening The Dorset Arms & The Old School Cottage on Saturday 4th July at lunchtime!!!

Nominate an NHS or Key worker to win a minibreak

Nominate an NHS/Frontline/Key worker you know so that when lockdown is lifted we will have the opportunity to look after them and provide some much needed rest and relaxation after everything that they have given to all of us and our communities.

Last Orders… just for now

In accordance with the newly updated Government guidelines and in the interests of everyone’s safety we are having to close completely and so sadly we are unable to open for takeaways. We would like to thank everyone for their incredible support and we look forward to seeing you all again as soon as the situation…

The Dorset Arms and the Covid-19 guidelines

Having done our very best to adapt to the ever changing landscape we all find ourselves in, we have shut our doors until further notice in line with the current government guidelines & in the interest of everyone’s safety.

Win a minibreak at The Dorset Arms

On offer for two people is an overnight stay in The Old School Cottage, conveniently nestled at the end of the garden, dinner for two in our restaurant with a bottle of house wine and a Full English Breakfast the next morning to set you up for the day.

Mother’s Day – Sunday 22nd March

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so to celebrate why not join us for lunch with your Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt – or whoever symbolises your lovely Mother to you.

Party Bookings

If you are thinking of a venue for your party whatever the occasion, then why not consider our Garden Room that seats up to 25, or The Gun Room for up to 12.

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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."

Certificate of
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2015-2017 Winner, TripAdvisor
Diners' Choice
Award 2018

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Spring Asparagus from Birchden Farm, Groombridge - very popular and simply delicious.. #lovelocal

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Spring Asparagus from Birchden Farm, Groombridge - very popular and simply delicious.. #lovelocal ...

Spot the difference…🖤

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Spot the difference…🖤 ...

Rumoured to be Taylor Swift’s favourite cocktail the French Blonde has arrived at The Dorset Arms…
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Combining Lillet Blanc, Saint Germaine, Grapefruit, and Lemon bitters it’s a delicious sophisticated, citrusy combination served super chilled with a slice of grapefruit - the perfect cocktail for spring. #happymonday

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Thanks so much aeightbikeco so lovely to see you all and pleased we could help by providing the beer 🍻 !!
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aeightbikeco Big Easter Thanks to the 30 riders who joined us for our very first @hotchillee.cc x aeightbikeco x @opencycle Sussex Gravel Social!
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We were blessed with sunny skies, drying trails (only two muddy sections 😜), a coffee at @kingdom_pen and a beer at the @dorset_arms_withyham 🍻
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Two brilliant groups of Hotchillee regulars, #AEIGHTBIKECO regulars and some brilliant new faces too!
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We were delighted to show you some of our trails. Join us on the 27th of April for the second ride (details to follow)!
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📸 by @sventhiele - download the Hotchillee App for the full gallery!
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Thanks to Open for the RC bikes. Open bikes can be purchased via Hotchillee or AEIGHT, so if you’re interested in a test ride or a custom build, please get in touch!
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Thanks also to @schwalbetyresuk - I rode the G-One Bite TLE for this ride. Again, available via AEIGHT 🔥

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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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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#MuddyAwards2024
#InLoveWithLocal #sussex #sussexpubs #localbusiness #ashdownforest #mussdysussex #localpub #tunbridgewells #pubswithrooms #dogfriendlypub

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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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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

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