Nestled in the countryside, The Welldiggers Arms offers a charming atmosphere with a cozy fireplace and beautiful garden views. Relax at the on-site bar or enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With free self parking and helpful staff praised by guests.
Arundel Castle and Gardens - 16 min drive - 16.4 km
Goodwood Racecourse - 19 min drive - 20.2 km
Goodwood Motor Circuit - 19 min drive - 23.5 km
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
The Welldiggers Arms puts you a short five-minute drive from South Downs National Park. 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 travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
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
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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 reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
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 duvet
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
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
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises 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 lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
The Welldiggers Arms Hotel
The Welldiggers Arms Petworth
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 that you 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 social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Welldiggers Arms and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Welldiggers Arms?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers British cuisine.
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The Welldiggers Arms Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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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
10/10 Exceptional
29 March 2025
Great customer service
Excellent customer service. Room was very comfortable and well equipped. Efforts to be sustainable. Would recommend.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2024
Very clean, tidy and comfortable we liked the bath and the en-suite was great.
Bed was very comfortable and room was warm
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
Great restaurant and accommodations were also great.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 November 2024
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
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!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
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
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 August 2024
Lovely staff, quiet, relaxing room. Privacy, view from terrace, tea in the room, toiletries.
JANET
JANET, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
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
Adam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 May 2024
Very nice, will stay here again.
david
david, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 March 2024
Beautiful room, beautiful location and a fantastic breakfast 5 stars.
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 October 2024
We had a room with. Wonderful south facing view over the South Downs.
The sound proofing between the rooms is not great 😠
R
R, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 June 2024
Outstanding service, delicious food and friendly staff
Hilton
Hilton, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 August 2024
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
Rhian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
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
Rod, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2023
Lovely stay and great spot
Tim
Tim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2024
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
Guy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2024
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
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 May 2023
Lovely rooms, great food, beautiful views, friendly staff
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 April 2024
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.
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 September 2023
Breakfast really special and wonderful staff
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 June 2023
Lovely staff, lovely place
Jackie
Jackie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 November 2022
Great stay
Lovely stay, great service and lovely meal in the restaurant. Very dog friendly and amazing views over the South Downs from the restaurant, we will be back
Asa
Asa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 June 2024
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
Linda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2023
Lovely restaurant, excellent food, great service, view over South Downs, comfortable room with its own terrace, a short drive from Petworth.