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.
The Dorset Arms Instagram
The Dorset Arms Quiz is back by popular demand ..🙌
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Our next Quiz Night will be on Tuesday 11th June from 6.30pm for a 7.00 start.
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Teams of up to a maximum of 6
£15 pp to include
Quiz entry
Pulled Pork Platter and Sides
Prizes on the night
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Spaces are limited so pre-booking is essential- please call us on
01892 770278 to register your team.
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#sussexpub #quiznight #localpub #quizzing #sussex #sussexlife #currynight #dogfriendlypub #nightout #muddysussex #ashdownforest #tunbridgewellsmums #tunbridgewellsevents #eastgrinstead
The Dorset Arms Quiz is back by popular demand ..🙌
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Our next Quiz Night will be on Tuesday 11th June from 6.30pm for a 7.00 start.
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Teams of up to a maximum of 6
£15 pp to include
Quiz entry
Pulled Pork Platter and Sides
Prizes on the night
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Spaces are limited so pre-booking is essential- please call us on
01892 770278 to register your team.
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#sussexpub #quiznight #localpub #quizzing #sussex #sussexlife #currynight #dogfriendlypub #nightout #muddysussex #ashdownforest #tunbridgewellsmums #tunbridgewellsevents #eastgrinstead
An exciting day of filming with a national broadcaster here today @dorset_arms_withyham and Buckhurst Park.. #waitandsee
An exciting day of filming with a national broadcaster here today @dorset_arms_withyham and Buckhurst Park.. #waitandsee
It’s back! Our delicious Crab on Toast, one of the most popular dishes on our menu, and something a little different from the usual ‘dressed crab’ … 🦀
It’s back! Our delicious Crab on Toast, one of the most popular dishes on our menu, and something a little different from the usual ‘dressed crab’ … 🦀
Spring Asparagus from Birchden Farm, Groombridge - very popular and simply delicious.. #lovelocal
Spring Asparagus from Birchden Farm, Groombridge - very popular and simply delicious.. #lovelocal
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
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
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 🔥
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 🔥
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
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
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.
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.
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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
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 |