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We are now taking December & Christmas bookings – call us 01892 770278 to make a reservation

Eat out to help out – Extended for September

The Dorset Arms are delighted be extending the #eatouttohelpout scheme for September 2020.

As with the August scheme we will be including Monday – Wednesday as well as now Thursday lunchtimes too.

We will be running a specially selected #eatouttohelpout menu for the month of September and will be offering £5.00 off per person from the #eatouttohelpout menu food bill this will also include soft drinks.

We look forward to welcoming you and please book early either online via our website or give us a call on 01892 770278

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Published 2 September 2020

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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

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    2015-2017 Winner, TripAdvisor

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We are delighted to introduce our very first ‘Curry Night’ on Thursday 21st November at The Dorset Arms. Come and join us for a delicious three course set menu at £30.00 per person featuring:
•A selection of sharing starters including homemade Pakoras, Samosas and Bhaji
• A choice of a Prawn, Chicken or Vegetable Curry with a selection of sides and accompaniments
• A pudding of Pistachio Kulfi
Call us on 01892 770 278 to book

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We are delighted to introduce our very first ‘Curry Night’ on Thursday 21st November at The Dorset Arms. Come and join us for a delicious three course set menu at £30.00 per person featuring: •A selection of sharing starters including homemade Pakoras, Samosas and Bhaji • A choice of a Prawn, Chicken or Vegetable Curry with a selection of sides and accompaniments • A pudding of Pistachio Kulfi Call us on 01892 770 278 to book

We are delighted to introduce our very first ‘Curry Night’ on Thursday 21st November at The Dorset Arms. Come and join us for a delicious three course set menu at £30.00 per person featuring:
•A selection of sharing starters including homemade Pakoras, Samosas and Bhaji
• A choice of a Prawn, Chicken or Vegetable Curry with a selection of sides and accompaniments
• A pudding of Pistachio Kulfi
Call us on 01892 770 278 to book ...

A cosy autumn scene at the Dorset Arms today! Hope you can join us this half term for a bite to eat from our delicious seasonal menu.

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A cosy autumn scene at the Dorset Arms today! Hope you can join us this half term for a bite to eat from our delicious seasonal menu.

A cosy autumn scene at the Dorset Arms today! Hope you can join us this half term for a bite to eat from our delicious seasonal menu. ...

No tricks .. just treats here! Our famous Venison Cottage Pie is back on the menu.
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Made with venison delivered to us straight from The Buckhurst Estate, created to our secret recipe then topped with buttery mash and a cheddar cheese crumb ..if you haven’t tried it yet, it’s a must!
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No tricks .. just treats here! Our famous Venison Cottage Pie is back on the menu. • Made with venison delivered to us straight from The Buckhurst Estate, created to our secret recipe then topped with buttery mash and a cheddar cheese crumb ..if you haven’t tried it yet, it’s a must! . . . . . . . . . #pieoftheday #cottagepie #venison #venisonrecipes #localproduce #lovelocal #publunch #sussexpub #englishpubs #tunbridgewellsmums #tunbridgewellslife #tunbridgewellsfood #ashdownforest #eastgrinstead #dogfriendlypub #pubwithrooms

No tricks .. just treats here! Our famous Venison Cottage Pie is back on the menu.
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Made with venison delivered to us straight from The Buckhurst Estate, created to our secret recipe then topped with buttery mash and a cheddar cheese crumb ..if you haven’t tried it yet, it’s a must!
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#pieoftheday #cottagepie #venison #venisonrecipes #localproduce #lovelocal #publunch #sussexpub #englishpubs #tunbridgewellsmums #tunbridgewellslife #tunbridgewellsfood #ashdownforest #eastgrinstead #dogfriendlypub #pubwithrooms ...

Another wonderful new addition to our menu…Balsamic Roasted Fig Salad with Poached Pears, Candied Walnuts and Brighton Blue

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Another wonderful new addition to our menu…Balsamic Roasted Fig Salad with Poached Pears, Candied Walnuts and Brighton Blue

Another wonderful new addition to our menu…Balsamic Roasted Fig Salad with Poached Pears, Candied Walnuts and Brighton Blue ...

Our House Smoked Duck Breast, Toasted Hazelnuts, Chicory & Raspberry Vinaigrette - a delicious new starter from our autumn menu..

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Our House Smoked Duck Breast, Toasted Hazelnuts, Chicory & Raspberry Vinaigrette - a delicious new starter from our autumn menu..

Our House Smoked Duck Breast, Toasted Hazelnuts, Chicory & Raspberry Vinaigrette - a delicious new starter from our autumn menu.. ...

Next time you are in having a drink with us we highly recommend trying one of Chef’s selection of Roasted Nuts - currently on offer we have:
- Honey Roasted
- Salt and Pepper
- Miso and Chilli
£1.50 per serving
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#barsnacks #roastednuts #pubsnacks #englishpubs #sussex #sussexpubs

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Next time you are in having a drink with us we highly recommend trying one of Chef’s selection of Roasted Nuts - currently on offer we have: - Honey Roasted - Salt and Pepper - Miso and Chilli £1.50 per serving . . . . . . #barsnacks #roastednuts #pubsnacks #englishpubs #sussex #sussexpubs

Next time you are in having a drink with us we highly recommend trying one of Chef’s selection of Roasted Nuts - currently on offer we have:
- Honey Roasted
- Salt and Pepper
- Miso and Chilli
£1.50 per serving
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#barsnacks #roastednuts #pubsnacks #englishpubs #sussex #sussexpubs ...

Our spellbinding Spiced Espresso Martini 🎃…
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A bewitching combination of:
- Maple syrup
- Kahlua
- Vodka
- Espresso
- Mixed spice
Spookily delicious …

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Our spellbinding Spiced Espresso Martini 🎃… • A bewitching combination of: - Maple syrup - Kahlua - Vodka - Espresso - Mixed spice Spookily delicious …

Our spellbinding Spiced Espresso Martini 🎃…
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A bewitching combination of:
- Maple syrup
- Kahlua
- Vodka
- Espresso
- Mixed spice
Spookily delicious … ...

We are delighted to be hosting our first ‘Wreath-Making’ workshop with the brilliant @cobnar_flowers on Friday 29th November starting at 10.30 and includes:
• Wreath Workshop
• Mid-morning tea/coffee
• 2 course set lunch
• Glass of Mulled Wine
£87.50 pp
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The workshop will run for 2.5 hours and in that time you will learn how to create your very own gorgeous moss-based fresh pine wreath from scratch using a variety of seasonal items and embellishments such as:
🎄pine cones
🎄 dried fruit
🎄dried flowers
🎄moss
🎄berries & ribbon
Gardening gloves and an apron are recommended.
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Absolutely no need to worry if you haven’t have never given floristry a go before – this class is perfect for everyone including beginners.
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Places are limited so please DM or call 01892 770278 to book your place.(deposit required to secure your space)
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#englishpub #sussexlife #floristry #wreathmaking #wreathsofinstagram #sussexpubs #christmasfun #christmaswreath #muddysussex #pubsofinstagram #funwithfriends #tunbridgewellsmums #tunbridgewellslife #tunbridgewellsevents #pubswithrooms #dogfriendlypub #floristlife

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We are delighted to be hosting our first ‘Wreath-Making’ workshop with the brilliant @cobnar_flowers on Friday 29th November starting at 10.30 and includes: • Wreath Workshop • Mid-morning tea/coffee • 2 course set lunch • Glass of Mulled Wine £87.50 pp • The workshop will run for 2.5 hours and in that time you will learn how to create your very own gorgeous moss-based fresh pine wreath from scratch using a variety of seasonal items and embellishments such as: 🎄pine cones 🎄 dried fruit 🎄dried flowers 🎄moss 🎄berries & ribbon Gardening gloves and an apron are recommended. • Absolutely no need to worry if you haven’t have never given floristry a go before – this class is perfect for everyone including beginners. • Places are limited so please DM or call 01892 770278 to book your place.(deposit required to secure your space) . . . . . . . . . #englishpub #sussexlife #floristry #wreathmaking #wreathsofinstagram #sussexpubs #christmasfun #christmaswreath #muddysussex #pubsofinstagram #funwithfriends #tunbridgewellsmums #tunbridgewellslife #tunbridgewellsevents #pubswithrooms #dogfriendlypub #floristlife

We are delighted to be hosting our first ‘Wreath-Making’ workshop with the brilliant @cobnar_flowers on Friday 29th November starting at 10.30 and includes:
• Wreath Workshop
• Mid-morning tea/coffee
• 2 course set lunch
• Glass of Mulled Wine
£87.50 pp
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The workshop will run for 2.5 hours and in that time you will learn how to create your very own gorgeous moss-based fresh pine wreath from scratch using a variety of seasonal items and embellishments such as:
🎄pine cones
🎄 dried fruit
🎄dried flowers
🎄moss
🎄berries & ribbon
Gardening gloves and an apron are recommended.
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Absolutely no need to worry if you haven’t have never given floristry a go before – this class is perfect for everyone including beginners.
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Places are limited so please DM or call 01892 770278 to book your place.(deposit required to secure your space)
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Ta-Dah!!!! It might be a bit grey and miserable everywhere this morning, but not here thanks to our sparkling new exterior..💫
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#pubswithrooms #staycation #sussex #muddysussex #bedandbreakfast #tunbridgewellslife #ashdownforest #dogfriendlypub #localpub #minibreaks #weekendaway❤️ #b&b #englishpubs #christmaspartyideas #weekendgetaways #sussexlife #eastgrinstead #localpub #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs

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Ta-Dah!!!! It might be a bit grey and miserable everywhere this morning, but not here thanks to our sparkling new exterior..💫 . . . . . . . . . #pubswithrooms #staycation #sussex #muddysussex #bedandbreakfast #tunbridgewellslife #ashdownforest #dogfriendlypub #localpub #minibreaks #weekendaway❤️ #b&b #englishpubs #christmaspartyideas #weekendgetaways #sussexlife #eastgrinstead #localpub #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs

Ta-Dah!!!! It might be a bit grey and miserable everywhere this morning, but not here thanks to our sparkling new exterior..💫
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Join us for a warming pint of our guest ale, Harvey’s Old, by our beautiful fire 🔥

#harveyslewes #harveysbrewery #autumn #harveysoldale #realale #beersofinstagram

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Join us for a warming pint of our guest ale, Harvey’s Old, by our beautiful fire 🔥 #harveyslewes #harveysbrewery #autumn #harveysoldale #realale #beersofinstagram

Join us for a warming pint of our guest ale, Harvey’s Old, by our beautiful fire 🔥

#harveyslewes #harveysbrewery #autumn #harveysoldale #realale #beersofinstagram ...

Our new paint work is looking so smart - not quite finished yet though ..#workinprogress
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Our new paint work is looking so smart - not quite finished yet though ..#workinprogress . . . . . . . . #pubswithrooms #staycation #sussex #muddysussex #bedandbreakfast #tunbridgewellslife #ashdownforest #dogfriendlypub #localpub #minibreaks #weekendaway❤️ #b&b #englishpubs #christmaspartyideas #weekendgetaways #sussexlife #eastgrinstead #localpub #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs

Our new paint work is looking so smart - not quite finished yet though ..#workinprogress
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#pubswithrooms #staycation #sussex #muddysussex #bedandbreakfast #tunbridgewellslife #ashdownforest #dogfriendlypub #localpub #minibreaks #weekendaway❤️ #b&b #englishpubs #christmaspartyideas #weekendgetaways #sussexlife #eastgrinstead #localpub #pubsofinstagram #englishpubs ...

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.

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

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