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The Sydney Arms, Dorchester
Dorchester
DT1 2NG
Reviews of The Sydney Arms (Average Rating: 7½ of 10) see review guidelines
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E TA left this review about The Sydney Arms
A corner pub built in the early part of the 2oth Century, the ground floor now knocked through to form a single large bar. It markets itself as a ‘pie and pudding pub’ – presumably the reason for a rather ugly counter next to the bar - but neither was available. It also claims to be a 3-star hotel, but again the ambience isn’t consistent with that expectation – it’s more a B&B pub than an hotel. There is a small amount of parking and a small paved terrace at the back for al fresco activity. The bar is rambling and has a mixture of furniture styles for diners, drinkers and loungers, and is well described below. The Brummy barman was welcoming and friendly, and the locals were sensible, mainly focussed on playing darts. Two ales on, Ringwood Best and Tribute, the Boondoggle having just gone off. The beer was in good condition and quite enjoyable. I would include as part of a crawl, and it would interesting to come back when the pies and/or puddings are on sale.
On 2nd November 2015
- rating: 6
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Bucking Fastard left this review about The Sydney Arms
Opposite Dorset County Hospital,the open plan interior has had the full makeover with a modern wooden floor,high tables to the left of the entrance,a raised bar ,a lower rear snug and a large fitted bench to the front at the right.Unusually there were three darts boards dotted about ,while both Sky Sports and BT Sports are screened.Muzak and gaming machines completed the corporate feel to the modern interior although a few original features have been left such as a small fireplace by the gents.The pub is branded as a "Pie and Pudding Pub" with a deli so you know what to expect ,deli items are served from a seperate display cabinet next to the bar.
Two real ales available on my trip Ringwood Bitter and Boon Doggle in OK shape.It was quiet on my Monday lunchtime visit,but it may appeal to a younger audience in the evening and no doubt quite a few nurses from over the road !
On 30th April 2015
- rating: 6
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rick green left this review about The Sydney Arms
good food real ales excelent and great value bed and breakfast
On 25th January 2008
- rating: 10
[User has posted 2 recommendations about 2 pubs]
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Dorchester South, 0.64 miles, 12 min walk (show)
Upwey, 5.15 miles, 1 hr 39 min walk (show)
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- Accommodation : Yes - 5 letting rooms £50 per night - last updated 30 April 2015 by Bucking Fastard
- Beer Garden : Yes last updated 24 April 2024 by paulof horsham
- Darts : Yes last updated 30 April 2015 by Bucking Fastard
- Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 24 April 2024 by paulof horsham
- Hot Food : Yes last updated 30 April 2015 by Bucking Fastard
- Live TV Sports : Yes - BT Sports and Sky - last updated 30 April 2015 by Bucking Fastard
- Micropub : No last updated 24 April 2024 by paulof horsham
- Pool Table : Yes last updated 24 April 2024 by paulof horsham
- Quiz Night : Yes last updated 30 April 2015 by Bucking Fastard
- Real Ale : Yes last updated 29 July 2013 by Dave McNally
- WiFi : Yes last updated 24 April 2024 by paulof horsham
