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The Welldiggers Arms

4.0 star property
Hotel in Petworth with a restaurant and a bar

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Property grounds
Signature Room | Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Signature Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Low Heath, Petworth, England, GU28 0HG
  • Place, South Downs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Petworth House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Goodwood Motor Circuit
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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

Classic Room

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

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

Signature Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Petworth

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Petworth House, The Welldiggers Arms places you within a few miles (5 km) of River Arun. This 14-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • South Downs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Petworth House - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Goodwood Motor Circuit - 24 min drive - 19.4 miles
  • Brighton Beach - 47 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • 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
  • ‪White Horse Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Hollist Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Halfway Bridge Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tiffins Tea Room - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Welldiggers Arms

Hotel in Petworth with a restaurant and a bar
At The Welldiggers Arms, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and express check-out. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and a picnic area.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, portable fans, and phones are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Welldiggers Arms?

The Welldiggers Arms offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around The Welldiggers Arms?

This hotel is located in Petworth, close to Petworth House, South Downs National Park, and Stopham Vineyard. River Arun is also within a driving distance of 3 mi.

Is there parking available at The Welldiggers Arms?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Welldiggers Arms include a casino?

No, The Welldiggers Arms doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Welldiggers Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Welldiggers Arms good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrobes as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at The Welldiggers Arms?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Welldiggers Arms feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Welldiggers Arms serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Welldiggers Arms allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Welldiggers Arms for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Welldiggers Arms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Welldiggers Arms?

The closest major airport to The Welldiggers Arms is Farnborough (FAB), which is 29.2 mi away (61 minutes by car). Another top airport is Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 26.6 mi away (49-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Welldiggers Arms?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Welldiggers Arms offer a furnished patio and may feature hill views.

Does The Welldiggers Arms offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Welldiggers Arms if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Welldiggers Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 259 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great Pub and rooms

Lovely hotel and pub. Rooms clean, lovley touch with the home made cookies. Pub was very good, great views Really friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

philip

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

Perfect

This is our fourth year in a row staying here with our dog. It has got better and better each time. The view is amazing, the food is great and the staff are all really friendly and helpful. Just overall a lovely place to visit. Great walks from the pub too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Trumps

Very tired and stained carpet with noisy and smelly ventilation shaft outside room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marek

Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

4/10 Poor

Daisy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Overpriced

It was very over priced. The room was small, the carpet was stained, the shower was like warm and the breakfast not good - poached eggs on avocado were undercooked.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is lovely and in a beautiful location. The staff are excellent and very friendly. Sadly, the room was very dusty and the underside of the non-slip shower mat had black mould/mildew. The restaurant looked beautiful but unfortunately the chef used so much salt the food was inedible. Even the breakfast was smothered in rocks of salt. The staff told me that it was 2 different chefs but clearly they were trained in the same way. None of our party could eat their dinner and we couldn't cope with the breakfast either.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W

Traveled with partner
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

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent very professional welcoming team
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Second time we have been and loved it yet again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025