The Welldiggers Arms

4.0 star property
Escape to this rural retreat where rustic charm meets modern comforts. Enjoy delicious meals in the on-site restaurant or sip drinks near an inviting lobby fireplace.

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Signature Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Interior entrance
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Wedding services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $148
includes taxes & fees
$123 per night
Jan 15 - Jan 16

Room options

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Classic Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Signature Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Down duvet
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Low Heath, Petworth, England, GU28 0HG

What's nearby

  • Petworth House - 2 min drive
  • South Downs National Park - 5 min drive
  • Arundel Castle and Gardens - 16 min drive
  • Goodwood Racecourse - 19 min drive
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 49 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 61 min drive
  • Pulborough Station - 5 min drive
  • Amberley Station - 13 min drive
  • Arundel Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Halfway Bridge Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Welldiggers Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Horse Guards Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Welldiggers Arms

Enjoy your visit to Petworth with a stay at The Welldiggers Arms. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Welldiggers Arms offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Welldiggers Arms does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Welldiggers Arms?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Welldiggers Arms?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Welldiggers Arms?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Welldiggers Arms and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Welldiggers Arms?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Not what I hoped for but wonderful breakfast
On arrival, we were asked to pay, despite paying in advance. This was quickly rectified, however, the amount the hotel wanted to charge me was less than I had paid. I contacted Hotels.com about this, asking for a refund of the difference and after a few days was told they did not receive a reply from the Welldiggers and so could not comply with my request. We stayed in room 7. The bathroom was much smaller than anticipated, with the sink being in the bedroom area. I didn't notice this on the main website and it was a disappointment having such a tiny bathroom. Photos showed robes in the room, although these were not provided. The room was very cold, as expected for the time of year but we were able to heat it with the oil filled radiator provided. There was a thermostat on the wall but no real evidence of the heat source. The carpet in the room was noticeably grubby. The bed was the kind which zips together. I've never experienced a problem with one of these beds in other hotels, however, the join was very noticeable in this bed. The worst part for us was the fire escape light that was illuminated in green all night above the door and gave us a terrible night's sleep.I expected better facilities from a Signature room. There was no one available for me to talk to at checkout about the room. The staff member was on a call and didn't ask if we'd had a nice stay, just took the key. Someone else said they just worked in the kitchen. The breakfast was amazing, one of the best.
Tracey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lovely bar, restaurant, accommodation
We had a lovely stay here; very convenient bar/restaurant/rooms situated a couple of minutes outside of Petworth town. Positives - Lovely restaurant overlooking the landscape with a good menu selection - Exceptional staff, who can't do enough for you - Great beers on tap (including non alcoholic options) - Lovely real fire in the bar area, with a selection of board games to keep you entertained - Dogs welcome in the bar (supplement when staying over) - Lovely beer garden - Everything in the restaurant/bar well maintained - Rooms overlooking the landscape (beautiful at sunrise/set) - Lots of parking - Great walks nearby Negatives - As we stayed overnight, we had dinner and breakfast. Both meals were sent out with key ingredients missing and nothing was mentioned. When we enquired, waiting staff advised the kitchen didnt let them know but this felt a bit cheeky (especially when they are charging £4.50 supplement for a full english breakfast) - As above. A smaller breakfast is included in the room charge but there is a supplement if you want an actual full english - Room/walls are not well insulated, so take ear plugs - Bathroom could have been cleaner. Ours had cobwebs and spiders. - Whilst there are plug points, they were behind bed side tables, making it awkward if you need to use the hairdyer (not sure if all rooms are like this)
Leanne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nick, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Proper customer service
The excellent staff went out of their way to accommodate my needs. I shall certainly return and encourage others to do likewise.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing setvice
Whilst the property doesn’t offer room service the staff went above and beyond. I work from my hotel room so they promptly delivered my food for me great service great staff, will definitely use again
Ian, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Martyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

We had a room with. Wonderful south facing view over the South Downs. The sound proofing between the rooms is not great 😠
R, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was amazing, room Lovley , great thought gone into decor , so cosy too ! Only let down was a small amount of mould in shower which could easily be rectified with mould remover ! Otherwise excellent!!
Rod, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Ross, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

ERIC, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great restaurant and accommodations were also great.
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A treasure worth revisiting
I was truly impressed with The Welldigger's Arms, I loved the room it was just perfect. Ground coffee sachets and cafetierre plus quality teabag options. Lovely view across the countryside. Nice and quiet, good parking, restaurant was also very nice as was the food.
Guy, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Rhian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, quiet, relaxing room. Privacy, view from terrace, tea in the room, toiletries.
JANET, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great set up for the luxury rooms
Lovely place to stay and eat. We stayed in one of the luxury rooms and it was worth the extra. Really lovely individual patio with very nice garden furniture, umbrella and plants overlooking the Downs. Bed was comfy. We ate dinner in the restaurant, suggest you check the online menu to see the current offering. Enjoyed the steak and the chicken supreme. The online photo shows the back of the restaurant and pub and the luxury patio rooms are in the building to the left of the photo. The front of the pub is on a fairly busy road. There is plenty of parking. I thought at first that there might be a lot of traffic noise, but the rooms at the back were fairly quiet. Note that there are no staff on site overnight but an emergency phone number was provided.
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Chris, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very Good

Excellent Country Inn, but late starting breakfast
The Welldiggers Arms is a characterful country inn with excellent food, a good range of beers and wines and friendly, helpful staff. Rooms are compact but very well appointed and comfortable. Just one point lets it down: breakfast is not served before 8.30 a.m. which, for anyone having to make a prompt start to the day, is quite a bit too late. The Welldiggers packed us up a couple of croissants/pain au chocolat instead, but of course that's never going to replace the enjoyment of a full breakfast. If breakfast were available from, say, 7.30 a.m. onwards, this would merit 5 stars, and I'd strongly encourage the Welldiggers to try to fix this omission, because it's all that lets an otherwise superb country inn down.
Andrew, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely time at the welldiggers. The room was stunning and the view from the restaurant was amazing. The manager and manageress were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. Ideal situation for visiting the coast, the living museum, castles and stately homes. We would definitely recommend the welldiggers (in fact my daughter is looking to book on September.)
Linda, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding service, delicious food and friendly staff
Hilton, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Gorgeous comfy room, lovely pub with friendly staff and amazing views from the restaurant."
Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM