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The Welldiggers Arms

4.0 star property
Rural retreat balances rustic charm with modern comfort, where travelers can savor restaurant meals or unwind with drinks by the welcoming lobby fireplace

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The Welldiggers Arms brings countryside charm with its cozy fireplace and garden views. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, convenient free self-parking, and dining options that span breakfast through dinner at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Classic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Signature Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Petworth, The Welldiggers Arms is in a rural area. Stopham Vineyard and West Sussex Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Fishers Farm Park and Amberley Museum Railway. Arundel Lido and Sumners Ponds are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Petworth travel guide
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Low Heath, Petworth, England, GU28 0HG

What's nearby

  • Beachy Head featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse
    South Downs National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Petworth Park and House are managed by the National Trust. The House contains a large fine art collection but admission to the park is free and has beautiful views over the South Downs. Go in by the north gated entrance on the A283 and see the wild deer.
    Petworth House
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • The best place for a Motor head. Have to go if you ever get the chance.
    Goodwood Motor Circuit
    24 min drive - 19.4 miles
  • Brighton Beach which includes general coastal views
    Brighton Beach
    47 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • Portsmouth International Port
    Portsmouth International Port
    48 min drive - 44.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pulborough Station
    5 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Angel Inn
    2 min drive
  • The Noah's Ark Inn
    10 min drive
  • White Horse Pub
    8 min drive
  • The Welldiggers Arms
    1 min walk
  • The Hollist Arms
    9 min drive

About this property

The Welldiggers Arms

Upscale hotel near South Downs National Park
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby at The Welldiggers Arms. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and concierge services
  • Free newspapers, wedding services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Welldiggers Arms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Welldiggers Arms Hotel Petworth
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The Welldiggers Arms Petworth
The Welldiggers Arms Hotel
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The Welldiggers Arms Hotel Petworth

Frequently asked questions

Is The Welldiggers Arms pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Welldiggers Arms?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Welldiggers Arms?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Welldiggers Arms located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Petworth House and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from River Arun. Stopham Vineyard and South Downs National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Welldiggers Arms Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 267 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing rooms lovely style, food at the pub/restaurant was delicious, all staff was very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay a couple of nights, terrific service from a friendly and capable team. Excellent food, beautiful countryside views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Beautiful views from the room and peaceful night’s stay. Staff were excellent - consistently great service. Dinner was also excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, excellent food and great location with friendly accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, lovely location and view. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely place. Staff very friendly and accomodating and hospitable a- allowed us to sit in the restaurant (with views) ahead of dinner. Lovely breakfast. Altogether a wonderful and relaxing trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Great restaurant and accommodations were also great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and comfortable room with spectacular views from a private terrace, we watched deer in the fields. Dinner was superb with fresh local ingredients
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room, beautiful location and a fantastic breakfast 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely food and a beautiful room with a comfy bed and fantastic views over the South Downs. Slow and surly service at breakfast was a shame, but overall a pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilton

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service, delicious food and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, tidy and comfortable we liked the bath and the en-suite was great. Bed was very comfortable and room was warm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous location

Lovely location, great service with happy and helpful staff. Food a bit on the expensive side and limited dinner menu, breakfast was really good. Room ok but the showroom was extremely cold. Everything you needed in the room and fresh milk for drinks. Big plus was a served at the table breakfast and not a buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay!

Lovely spot - beautiful views, quaint rooms, small but comfy, cosy warm and well-equiped. Good food, albeit a little slow to be served.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great customer service

Excellent customer service. Room was very comfortable and well equipped. Efforts to be sustainable. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, quiet, relaxing room. Privacy, view from terrace, tea in the room, toiletries.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast really special and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Anniversary break

Had a wonderful stay! The room was great with a stunning view of the South Downs. All the meals we had in the restaurant were delicious and the staff were friendly, kind and helpful. Thoroughly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tranquil setting…. Great sitting outside with a beer or a cup of coffee in the morning. Staff is exceptional…. Very helpful. Room’s comfortable and quiet. No A/C…. No problem in May….might be a problem in the summer. Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the welldiggers. Our room was beautiful, the staff were really helpful and the location was really lovely. The restaurant had beautiful views and the food was brilliant. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed our stay here in a lovely area, countryside views and peaceful. We stayed 3 nights and the menu was small and unchanged. Small tweeks to the special. Booked a room with the terrace which was lovely as we had excellent weather. Generally the room was well designed, like 2 comfy chairs not 1 as is often the case. Bathroom looked smart but usual no place to put wash bags, no towel rail so wet towels on back of door hooks ...not thought through. Staff were great, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely!

Pleasantly surprised at how nice the accomodation was. Really lovely and confortable. The main pub was also really nice to spend time in. I will definitely be staying here again when back this way.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful place

Beautiful place really well done put. Super friendly and helpful staff. Mattress really not comfortable and shower could do with some anti mold but apart from that absolutely superb Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub and lovely rooms really good host pub food was excellent quality especially the breakfast and amazing views petworth is also beautiful Slight downside room extremely cold even with small heater mold around shower tray cobwebs around outside light but wouldn’t stop us coming back it’s just feed back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!

Both the pub and the rooms were excellent! All the staff were attentive and friendly and the views are simple incredible! We had dinner and breakfast there and couldn’t fault anything about either. The mini doughnuts were a highlight! We recommend this place to anyone looking for a short getaway, especially their Sunday stay deal! Hope to book again next year!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024