The Kings Arms

PUBLICANS

Alister & Sarah Saddler.

ADDRESS

The Street (A433), Didmarton, Near Badminton, Gloucestershire  GL9 1DT  Tel. 01454 238245  Fax. 01454 238249

E-MAIL

 info@kingsarmsdidmarton.co.uk / bookings@kingsarmsdidmarton.co.uk

OWN WEBSITE

www.kingsarmsdidmarton.co.uk

MAP

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PUB EXPLORER REFERENCE

10410.

OTHER GUIDES

We were awarded the honour of being included in the first edition of 'Michelin Guides - Eating Out in Pubs 2005'.

PUB OPENING TIMES

Monday - Saturday 11am - 11pm. Sunday 12noon - 10.30pm.

DRAUGHT BEERS SERVED

Fosters, Kronenbourg, Stella, Guinness, Stowford Press Cider.

REAL ALES

Over the years we have built a reputation for providing four superior regularly changing cask-conditioned real ales from various local breweries. For example you might find Bath Ale, Butcombe, Uley and Wickwar. CAMRA Award Winners.

FOOD

Our award-winning restaurant is renowned for many unique signature dishes and fresh game is our speciality! Add to that the freshest ingredients and the best local produce of the season and you will find a diverse selection of dishes to please every palette. The a la carte menu along with daily blackboard specials showcasing a selection of lighter snacks and hearty meals are all available in the bar. Ales, along with a vast selection of beers and carefully chosen fine wine from around the world, by the glass or bottle, round out your choices. Email for current a la carte menu and wine list. Taste of the West Winner.

SPECIAL DIETS

Available by arrangement.

MEAL TIMES

Daily 12noon - 2pm & 7pm - 9.15pm.

ACCOMMODATION

The Kings Arms also offers accommodation which include bedrooms at the inn and self-catering cottages in the coaching courtyard throughout the year. E-mail or ring for brochure and tariffs.

BEDROOMS AT THE INN

The inn's delightful bedrooms, all with en-suite shower rooms, come equipped with television, hair dryer, radio alarm and direct dial telephone, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities.

COTTAGES

The coaching stable has been lovingly restored and converted into three self-catering cottages each charmingly decorated in country style. The highly appointed cottages include private and en-suite bathrooms, lounges with TV/Video and CD/Radio, fully equipped kitchens with dishwasher, electric oven/hob, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, washing/drying and ironing facilities. The Stable sleeps up to 8 persons. The Barn and The Tack Room sleeps up to 4 persons.

FUNCTIONS

In addition to the main dining room there is a beautiful private drawing room. This is the perfect setting to entertain up to 28 guests for a variety of functions including cocktail parties, private dinner parties, weddings or business meetings and you may personalise your event by creating a special menu with our Head Chef. Email for further information.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES

For 10 or more - up to 28 persons.

GARDEN

An English garden with herbaceous borders adjoins the pub with an abundance of outdoor seating. Weather permitting, guests can enjoy a great meal, sample a pint of real ale and finish the afternoon with a game of Boules. Darts and Cribbage are available in the bar.

OTHER

Historic Interest, Children Welcome (when dining), Car Parking - 30 spaces on site. Debit / Credit Cards accepted (Access, Debit, Delta, Electron, Maestro, Solo, Switch, MasterCard & Visa).

The Kings Arms Inn, built in 1652, is a beautifully restored Grade I listed 17th century coaching inn originally leased from the Beaufort family in 1745 at a rate of 6 pence per annum for 1000 years.  Its location in the village of Didmarton is just at the edge of the Badminton Estate in the Cotswolds.  There is effortless access from the cottages to many nearby historic cities including Bristol, Gloucester, Georgian Bath, Regency Cheltenham and Roman Cirencester.  Those attending Cheltenham Gold Cup race meeting in March, Gatcombe park in August and the Badminton Three-Day Horse Trials in May will find the cottages ideally situated.  Polo fans will find Beaufort Polo Club a stones throw away.  Walkers can enjoy rambling along the Cotswold Way, Macmillan Way and Monarch's Way and Westonbirt Arboretum's 600 acres including 17 miles of footpaths will tempt walkers and gardeners alike.  Events throughout the year include The International Garden Festival in summer, summer concerts, autumn's turning of the leaves and the winter highlight, The Enchanted Woodland.  Nearby Tetbury's excellent selection of shops offer a wide choice of products and services including 25 world class antiques shops, monthly antique and craft fairs and market days.  Cyclists will find a cycle shop with hire.  In addition, a variety of activities can be found locally including falconry, fishing, gliding, golf, horse racing, motor racing, shooting, swimming, squash and tennis.  Picnic hampers can be arranged for our guests.  The private drawing room hosts up to 28 guests for a variety of functions including weddings, parties, catered cocktail parties and private dinner parties.  Proximity to the M4/M5 makes the cottages the perfect base for corporate short or long term lets, team building days, mid-week and weekend packages.