Straddling the border of Dorset and Somerset, The Queen’s Arms lies in the picturesque village of Corton Denham. Discover a fusion of chic boutique style, bold British flavours and unique countryside charm at one of the best hotels in Somerset.
A former ciderhouse, our family-owned inn features 10 delightfully designed rooms with knockout views over the rolling countryside. With a focus on creating and serving fine food and classic favourites, and outstanding hospitality, we’re the ultimate rural retreat.
Build up an appetite exploring the local countryside, indulge your senses in our award-winning restaurant and spoil yourself with the perfect night’s slumber.
Situated just off the A303, 4 miles from the historic town of Sherborne, we’re the perfect countryside stopover for visitors to and from London, Devon and Cornwall - and a much-loved local, open seven days a week. Our adjoining Pub Hub is open each day for takeaway drinks, food and a range of local produce to take home.
Well-behaved dogs are most welcome.
A warm West Country welcome awaits.
PUB HUB
Open 8 am - 11 pm
Takeaway coffee/tea, bacon and sausage rolls and local produce
PUB OPENING TIMES
Monday - Sunday 8am - 11pm
Breakfast 8-9:30
Lunch 12-3
Supper 6-9
Bar Nibbles 12-9
Combining Georgian charm, superior comfort and impeccable attention to detail, our boutique Somerset hotel rooms include awe-inspiring views and ample space to relax.
The Queen’s Arms features 10 uniquely appointed rooms: 5 above the pub, 3 dog-friendly rooms in the Coach House and a 2-bedroom detached Cottage - perfect for guests bringing their four-legged friends. From designer wallpaper and rich fabrics to hand-picked antique furniture, every room tells a story.
Exceptional food and drink are central to The Queen’s Arms. Influenced by the surrounding countryside and steered by the seasons, our head chef crafts hearty pub classics and elegant dishes from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
From breakfast to dinner, expect a treat for your taste buds and the very freshest food from field to fork.
The Queen’s Arms has been serving cider since 1851, when landlord Uriah Parsons accepted local apples as payment and used them to brew his cider.
Now family-owned and run, we’ve transformed a traditional Georgian ciderhouse into a sophisticated boutique hotel, complete with an adjoining pub hub, the perfect stop for a coffee and a bacon butty.
Walking has been clinically proven to help with mental health, and during these dark winter months nothing is more important than getting out in to some fresh air, come rain or shine, to help improve your mood*.
Described as ‘handsome and historic,’ the market town of Sherborne in Dorset has been named as the best place to live in the Southwest of England by ‘The Sunday Times’ 2024. It comes as little to surprise to those that know of it, but for those that don’t, it is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.
When you are in a supermarket, farm shop, or deli, have you ever wondered what the black sticker saying ‘Great Taste’, with one, two or three gold stars means and how it got there? Here I can offer a small glimpse of the process and why those stickers are so important.
The Queen’s Arms has been a well-loved local pub for many years, with its warm honey stone Georgian façade, it is the picture-perfect English country village pub. Set on the border between Dorset and Somerset with far reaching views over the Somerset levels the area is well known for the beautiful walks nearby, including Corton ridge, Cadbury Castle and the Monarchs way, making The Queen’s Arms a perfect stop off for a refreshing drink and bite to eat.
With miles of countryside walks on our doorstep, The Queen’s Arms is perfectly placed for long, leisurely strolls, overlooking the wild Somerset levels. Situated just 4 miles from the beautiful Abbey town of Sherborne and close to Glastonbury, you’ll be spoilt for things to do during your stay.
Somerset and Dorset are among the UK’s most scenic spots with miles of ancient coastline, stunning countryside and myriad historic places to explore.
