DORSET ARMS
The Dorset Arms Public House in Withyham was built in the 16th century , although didn ’ t become an alehouse until the 18th century . It is part of the historic Buckhurst Estate and is situated in the outstandingly beautiful Sussex Weald . The pub is named after the Earls and Dukes of Dorset , one time heads of the Sackville family , and shares a heritage of family ownership now headed by their descendant , William Sackville , the 11th Earl De La Warr .
Very much part of the local community , The Dorset Arms encourages local groups and clubs to meet there , and welcomes families and walkers with dogs . Aside from the comfortable , stylish and historic surroundings , it is the carefully selected wines , the fine ales and the quality of local dishes which attract repeat custom .
Chef Simon Brazier , who has been at the pub since November 2014 likes to keep the food and dishes he creates simple , fresh , tasty and value for money . Being part of the Buckhurst Estate he uses as much of the produce as possible ; for example the award-winning herd of organic pure-bred pedigree Sussex cattle and the famous Buckhurst Park Sausages ( Lord De La Warr ’ s own recipe ). Eggs are used from the estate and the Buckhurst sausage meat for our homemade Scotch eggs , and during the season , venison for burgers and steaks and the pheasants , partridge and duck is often featured on the menu in various guises .
The Dorset Arms has a garden room with a retractable roof and during the summer months it can seat up to 30 diners outside . It is available
for private hire and makes a great party venue and when the sun is shining is a sun trap .
In addition to the popular pub there are also six beautiful bedrooms . Each with their own unique character and charm , they feature either a super king or king-size bed , an HD Freeview television , free wireless internet , Nespresso machine and four have both a bath and shower and one has a bath and one a shower only – the ideal place for friends and family to stay whilst visiting . Rooms start at £ 105 which includes breakfast served in the pub Monday to Sunday .
Described as the ‘ Little Gem ’ of East Sussex by The Good Food Guide 2016 this a proper pub with a bar with a dart board , real ales and a water bowl for the dogs . Here at The Dorset Arms we like to say there is something for everyone .
OPENING TIMES : Mon – Sat : Noon – 11pm ( food served noon – 2.30pm & 6 – 9pm ) Sun : Noon – 10.30pm ( food served noon – 4pm , Sunday Supper 4-8pm )
The Dorset Arms , Buckhurst Park , Withyham TN7 4BD
01892 770278 enquiries @ dorset-arms . co . uk www . dorset-arms . co . uk TheDorsetArms
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