Dorset natural history and archaeological society, edited by j. It has a post, money order, and telegraph office under tunbridge wells. The dorset arms pub in withyham, hartfield, sussex offers excellent food, drink and service and offers a friendly warm and welcoming atmosphere for all. Withyham is midway between east grinstead and tunbridge wells. See why it was listed, view it on a map, see visitor comments and photos and. Photograph taken in 1935 by major george allen 18911940. Local area the dorset arms pub, withyham, hartfield, sussex. C15 timberframed building, altered at a later date. Town history, bibliography and topography the weald. These superbly detailed maps provide an authoritive and fascinating insight into the history and gradual development of our cities, towns and villages. Part of the historic buckhurst estate, 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, the present earl. The dorset arms, where paul james invites you to share his passion for fine wine and food and good company.
Withyham is a village and large civil parish in the wealden district of east sussex, england. See why it was listed, view it on a map, see visitor comments and photos and share your own comments and photos of this building. A greene king gift card makes the perfect present to. The dorset arms was a fitting end for the issue of passports and stickers and for the sale of three castles and an ironmasters house books last years walk. Ambra books dorset history, topography and genealogy. The dorset arms, withyham broadwater forest cottages. Dorset arms is the perfect venue for your celebration, meeting or event. Learn about the history of this surname and heraldry from our database and online image library. The dorset arms pub in withyham near hartfield, east sussex, tn7 4bd. The bar has retained its pub feel with lovely fireplace, old beams and wooden floor and exudes character and friendliness. In 2014 this attractive old pub was bought by the buckhurst estate and fully refurbished. Withyham, a parish and a subdistrict in east grinstead district, sussex. Join us in our vibrant pub from brunch and lunch, to beer and bar snacks we also stay open for those on a big night out. Please note that these units are listed here because their boundaries covered the point location we hold for withyham.
History of withyham, in wealden and sussex historical. The dorset arms, withyham sussex muddy stilettos sussex. Old buckhurst, the main house, withyham 53674 historic. Bus 291 east grinstead tunbridge wells road withyham is on b2110 between tunbridge wells and hartfield. Diy projects and ideas for makers davening living with your engineer. Old buckhurst, the main house is a grade ii listed building in withyham, east sussex, england. A public house steeped in history situated in the outstandingly beautiful sussex weald, part of the historic buckhurst estate. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. The sackville family prospered throughout history and became the dukes of dorset hence the dorset arms and owned both knole and buckhurst park. The suggested lunch stop is the dorset arms 01892770278 in withyham, 5. History of withyham, in wealden and sussex map and description. Due to the recent events regarding covid19, please be aware that pub opening hours and meal times may not be accurate. Dorset arms pub in east grinstead greene king local pubs. About the dorset arms pub, withyham, hartfield, sussex.
Withyham parish has approximately 3000 residents and falls under the local government of wealden district council which, in turn, comes under east sussex county council. The dorset arms public house in withyham is an 18th century alehouse situated in the outstandingly beautiful sussex weald. The dorset arms public house opposite the village hall is an 18th century alehouse. Sussex archaeological collections relating to the history and antiquities of the county. The rectory is a grade ii listed building in withyham, east sussex, england. Full text of historical notes of withyham, hartfield and. The dorset arms hotel, withyham 1028062 historic england.
The dorset arms has had good reports, and you might want to make a booking. The rectory a nostalgic memory of withyham francis frith. Duckings withyham crowborugh sussex real phto postcard 1929. The weald town historical notes the history, genealogy. The majority of this house dates from the early c20 and was designed by cecil brewer. The village stands 1 mile s by e of semley station on the l. Parish registers of st michael and all angels, withyham funerals. The dorset arms hartfield 2020 all you need to know before.
Book your table with us and then all thats left for you to do is choose from either 2 courses at. Beside dorset arms take driveway high weald landscape trailhwlt. Set back from the road, in the heart of ashdown forest, is the dorset arms, a 16th century farmhouse with its slender chimney stacks, sharp gables and careworn tiles. Withyham includes buckhurst which was the home of the sackvilles for over 600 years. Penshurst is steeped in history and has been owned and run by the sidney family for the last 460 years.
The first known settlement of dorset was by mesolithic hunters, who returned to britain at a time when it was. Set back from the road, the striking facade of the dorset arms oozes history and charm. We can cater for all your needs with our great range of food, drink and facilities to ensure your event is a success. The history, bibliography and topography of towns in the weald of kent, surrey and sussex. An old map of sussex, handdrawn in 1840 for the renowned cartographic publisher samuel lewis. We are using cookies for the best presentation of our site. Now faced with brick and tile hanging, both now painted, on a stone base. To book the hall contact meg stafford 01892 770035 to speak to the chairman.
Withyham, a parish in sussex, with a station on the l. The dorset arms pub in sussex alastair sawdays special places. The village is situated 7 miles south west of royal tunbridge wells and 3. The dorset arms pub withyham, east sussex opentable. Maiden castle is one of the largest hill forts in europe. A great eatery on the buckhurst estate aspect county magazine. The parish lies adjacent to the threebridges and tunbridgewells railway, 6.
The manor of withyham called mounkencourts or munkloe belonged in the th century to the priory of morteyn in normandy. Dorset arms east grinstead east grinstead facebook. Buy historical notes of withyham, hartfield and ashdown forest. Read the rectory a nostalgic memory of withyham in our share your memories online community. Withyham historical notes has been derived from the same sources to highlight. Together with the history of the sackville family 1902 by sutton, charles nassau isbn. Amberley publishing provides a fresh approach to regional and general history. Speedy supper tonights dinner dilemma solved the curlew, bodiam.
The rectory, withyham, east sussex history in structure. Its archaeology documents much of the history of southern england. The recommended pub is the dorset arms withyham, 01892 770278. Found on the beautiful sussex weald, just over three miles southwest of tunbridge wells, in the village of withyham, is the distinctive white weatherboarded dorset arms. A delightful 16th century historic village pub set in the rural hamlet of withyham, at the heart of pooh bear country on the edge of ashdown forest. Withyham parish lies on the edge of weald, in the valley of the river medway, where a. Fletcher proceedings of the dorset natural history and archaeological field club. Old buckhurst, the main house, withyham, east sussex. Organicallyreared meat and game and a winnie the pooh connection are part. Dorset arms, withyham, hartfield, sussex, tn7 4bd 01892 770278. A familyfriendly pub, open all day, seven days a week, serving buckhurst estate and local seasonal produce.
The dorset arms, withyham uk recently restored and privately owned and run by the neighbouring buckhurst estate, this is one of our favourite places to visit. The weald town history, bibliography and topography. A subsidy roll of the reign of king edward i contains the boroughs of blackham and birchden, which includes a large portion of the withyham parish. But at its south end it incorporates part of the old sackville mansion or contemporary c16 buildings. Sussex archaeological collections relating to the history and antiquities of the. You can search for units that covered the particular location you are interested in by typing a postcode into our home page, or by using our historic maps section, zooming in, selecting the information option, and then clicking on your location. Historical notes of withyham, hartfield and ashdown forest. There is a parish council consisting of eleven members. View the worlds largest online library of coat of arms meanings and artwork. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. You can use the additional services filter to find pubs offering takeoutsdeliveries during this time dorset arms. Tramp through pooh bears 100 acre wood to this perfect pub for locally famous.