Please note we will be closed on Christmas Day to give our Staff a well earned break and time to spend with their famlies.
Join us to in welcoming in 2025! Enjoy a wonderful four course set menu and celebrate in style with friends and family.
Our menu is a real treat, from scallops through to dry aged fillet. A full menu can be found below. End the night with fireworks and a complimentary glass of fizz, a joyous way to start 2026
A deposit of £50 will need to be paid in advance to secure your booking, price per person is £90. Allergies can be catered for, please notify us in advance.
Please note rooms are reserved for guests celebrating at the Queen’s Arms.
With the New Year happening, and after the stress of the festive season, we often reflect and make resolutions to make positive changes to our working or personal lives, to ensure that we do the best not only at work but at home too, sometimes these can be hard to action or stick to.
With this in mind we have invited Cara Phelps, a trained cognitive hypnotherapist, who specialises in the prevention of stress and burnout in working mums. Instead of striving for balance and trying to do it all she helps women create harmony in all areas in their lives and putting them back in control of the future.
This session will focus on achieving this with simple tools that can be applied in every day life to ensure you get 2026 off to the right start.
There is plenty of opportunity to talk and ask questions, on this subject and over coffee and lunch we often find that there are many personal connections made where we can all help each other in work or live conundrums, be it a contact we have up our sleeve or a piece of advice we can give.
The event will start at 10.30 am to meet and mingle with the talk starting at 11.00
We will then break for lunch at 12.15 where the kitchen have created a menu especially for the day.
Tickets are £37 per person and spaces are limited to allow a chance for everyone to meet and talk.
To book please email info@thequeensarms.com or call 01963 220317
With the owners being partly Scottish we can hardly not celebrate this day.
Join us for a traditional evening of haggis, neeps and tatties, gallons of whisky, the ode to the haggis Scot our resident Scottish bar manager will be donning his kilt and practicing his ode.
There will be a four course set menu including Haggis bon bons, Cullen Skink, Chicken Balmoral, and Cranachan.
There will be bagpipes to welcome you on arrival Tartan and tweed encouraged!
Please call or email to reserve your place info@thequeensarms.com £45 per person
We love an excuse to celebrate and Halloween and Day of the Dead fit the bill.
We will be going all Mexican on Saturday, with bright decorations to liven up the dark winter nights and with warming Mexican dishes on our menu to bring a bit of colour to our lives, think a variety of tacos, burritos, quesadillas and delicious chili bowls.
Enjoy it all with a spicy Margarita cocktail or a tequila!
Join us and enjoy dishes that incorporate the delicate and exotic spices of the East.
We will be celebrating the British love of curry with some much loved classics all made in- house by our chefs.
£25 per head for two mains and a side.
Menu
Poppadoms with mango chutney, lime pickle, mint yoghurt and oinon salad.
Mains
Beef madras
Butter Chicken
Sweet potato and coconut
Sides
Aloo Gobi
Chana Aloo
Pilau Rice
Garlic Naan
To Finish
Mango Sorbet, with mango salsa and pistachios
Call or email to reserve your place info@thequeensarms.com / 01963220317
Our burgers are hand made from the bun to the relish.
Celebrate burger day with a selection of some of our best burgers from the Queen’s Arms Classic, to our crispy chicken burger, and a delicious veggie burger.
Enjoy the sunshine on the terrace and the last of the bank holiday fun with us..
Our BBQ will be lit, with a selection of dishes all freshly prepared by our chefs.
Food will be available on the terrace from 12-8pm, with a children’s menu also available.
The fantastic Nellie will also be performing from 2m, an afternoon not to be missed!
Now in its 18th year in the beautiful grounds of Sherborne Castle, Dorset, the Classic and Super Cars Show has the largest display of Vintage, Heritage, Sport and Classic cars as well as Supercars in the South West. This year’s Marque Feature is still to be announced. They are expecting over 1500 vehicles to be on display at this year’s show. A fantastic day of events and displays including motor club stands, motor trade stands, autojumble, craft fair and fun activities for the whole family.
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The Somerset Food Trail Festival celebrates the best, most sustainably produced local food. Local farmers will be opening their doors to the public.
Mark this date in your diary as we cook a special menu celebrating local produce.
A calm, creative hand embroidery workshop for beginners.
Create your own lavender-filled heart, embroidered with your favourite flowers — from single blooms to wild bouquets.
☕ Tea, biscuits and gentle guidance provided
🧵 No experience needed
💗 Leave with a handmade scented keepsake
📅 Tuesday 1st July~ 10-12pm
📍 Here in one of our lovely private rooms
💌 Book via the link or visit www.fabricsewnbeautiful.co.uk
Each stitch tells a story — your story.
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Booking Link - https://book.stripe.com/cN215OeX5axTfG8aEQ
Join us as we watch our tennis champions battle it out on the court. We will be showing all the games on a small TV in our bar.
Join us our relaxed family style Summer BBQ. Soak up the sun on the terrace whilst listening to live music and let the kids run around and play with our outdoor games such as giant jenga whilst you treat yourselves to a well earned cooling drink.
Our BBQ will be lit and ready from midday and will run until 8pm non-stop so you can join us at anytime, no reservation is necessary. We will have live music from the lovely Nelle Starting at 1.30pm-4pm, to add to the Glastonbury vibes. To listen to Nelle follow her instagram @nellecurtismusicx.
QUEEN’S ARMS SUMMER BBQ MENU
Hot dog, soft milk roll, onions, mustard £12
Burger, bacon jam, dirty cheese, burger sauce £12
Rack of ribs, sesame & soy glaze £14
prawns, fennel, tomato & chilli butter £12
Tofu Kebabs, red pepper, courgette, aubergine, harissa, pesto VE £10
SIDES £4 each/all for £12
Buttered corn on the cob
Potato salad
Tabouleh
Leafy greens
CHILDREN’S MENU
Hot dog, onions, ketchup £6
Burger, cheese, lettuce £6
Tofu Kebab, red pepper, courgette, aubergine, harissa, pesto VE £5
Celebrating all things tanks! TANKFEST features three full days of arena action, with explosive displays of unique historic and modern armour all weekend at The Tank Museum in Bovington
See the stars of the Museum’s collection running alongside guest tanks and vehicles from the British Army. PLUS hear lectures from tank experts, explore Living History encampments, and see the world’s best collection of tanks inside The Tank Museum.
Join us to celebrate and thank the Fathers for all they do for us. Treat them to a special Sunday lunch here at The Queen’s Arms and let them know how much they are appreciated, their first drink is on us!
A Handmade Hug for Dad ~ Father’s Day Embroidery Workshop
This gentle daytime session is all about stitching something truly personal.
Choose to embroider either a lavender heart or a ‘hug in a box’, and add the word DAD — a thoughtful, calming way to prepare for Father’s Day.
☕ Includes tea, coffee and biscuits
🧵 Beginner-friendly — no sewing experience needed
📍 Here in one of our lovely private rooms
📅 Tuesday 3rd June 2025 ~10-12pm
Each stitch tells a story. Come write yours.
💌 Book via the link or visit www.fabricsewnbeautiful.co.uk
Booking Link https://buy.stripe.com/00gdSA9CL7lH2Tm4gp
If you’re visiting and staying with us, The Sherborne Castle Country Fair is well worth going to on Bank Holiday Monday. It presents a fun and varied programme of events, rural activities, stands and entertainment including one of the largest standalone rare breed shows in the country. Set in the picturesque grounds and lake surrounding Sherborne Castle, with attractions, demonstrations and activities for all the family..
The kitchen team will be lighting our wood fire BBQ to bring you a variety of fish dishes cooked over an open flame. It promises to be a fishy feast.
Enjoy….
Hand dived scallops baked in their shell, with N’duja butter and wild garlic
Wild seabass with peas, asparagus and mint
Herb roasted monkfish with piperade, courgette and basil
To finish, strawberry cheese cake with a strawberry and basil sorbet
Wines picked to accompany each of the dishes.
Tickets are £55 per head. Spaces are limited so make sure you book!
To book please call or email info@thequeensarms.com/01963220317
Join us to celebrate VE Day, celebrating 80 years since the end or WW2, we owe so much thanks to these brave veterans.
The bunting will be up, Vera Lyn will be singing and we will be serving a special war time cocktail.
Sherborne Abbey Festival is an annual, week-long celebration of music, with events held in a variety of locations in and around the beautiful town of Sherborne, Dorset. Each year the Festival welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds from all over the UK to experience a wide range of performances and genres; from opera, choral and classical music to jazz, swing and more!
It is a joyful event and well worth visiting for more detail and tickets https://www.sherborneabbeyfestival.org/
Enjoy a family Easter weekend with our children’s Easter Egg hunts for the children running from 11am - 4pm (or until the sweets run out!). Then join us for a traditional Sunday Lunch with roast lamb and all the trimmings, alternative roasts also available.
We will be running and extended lunch service until 4pm
Wishing you all a very happy Easter.
Join us for Mothering Sunday and celebrate this day with family.
Treat your mother to lunch and show them how much you love them. We will be extending our sunday lunch until 4pm so you can all enjoy the day fully.
Booking strongly recommended to avoid disappointment
Everyone loves a pancake. Traditionally served to mark the beginning of Lent, we enjoy any excuse for a pancake.
We will be serving a selection of pancakes for pudding on our lunch and dinner menu. Come and enjoy a delicious treat with us.
Join us for this special evening. This is not just for couples, but an excuse to get together with friends and family and let them know you love and appreciate them.
For those feeling romantic, enjoy a sharing steak and for those staying the night for dinner, bed and breakfast, a complimentary glass of bubbles.
Or perhaps if this isn’t the right night for you, show the person you love that you appreciate them, but buying a gift voucher to enjoy a romantic night out here on a different night.
The kitchen will be producing ‘Classic British Pub’ dishes over the Christmas period to counter balance all the rich food at home. Think, pies, sausage and mash, ham, egg and chips, and home comforts.
Join us for our last ‘classic pub menu’ to finish off the festive season.
This is a chance for everyone to relax and enjoy a day with the family after a day of festivities. The doors will open, fire roaring, ready to welcome you all with Bloody Marys and some delicious pub classics, think sausage and mash, ham, egg and chips and of course our classic beef burger.
The kitchen will be open 12pm-4pm & 6pm-8pm on the 26th of December and from 12-3pm & 6pm-9pm on the 27th-30th of December.
Join Emma from Wilde Green floristry studio for a delightful hands-on experience where you'll craft your very own stunning fireplace garland or table runner to adorn your mantelpiece or dining room table. You'll learn the art of wire-free sustainable garland making using an array of seasonal foliage, and charming decorative accents.
Indulge in the joy of creating something truly special while enjoying mince pies and festive drinks. Don't miss this opportunity for a creative morning out, to add a touch rustic charm to your holiday season.
All materials and tools are provided.
11am-1pm
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Join us for an indulgent night where we will create a sumptuous menu using the king of the sea, lobster. A wonderful way to start the festive season.
The kitchen will be creating an incredible bespoke menu for the night.
To book for this event, please email us on info@thequeensarms.com. Tickets are £50 per head and please note spaces are limited.
Get in the festive season while you learn a new skill with fellow creatives. Learn how to use a calligraphy pen to create beautiful letters that can be used for writing gift tags, name labels and even write your own bauble.
On the day you will be taught modern calligraphy by local expert Lindsay Taylor using a pointed pen.
The class includes a pen holder, nib and ink and a worksheet, Christmas tags and a bauble to take home. A great way to start the festive season and create your own unique gifts.
Times are 9.30am-12pm
£65 per person
email: info@thequeensarms.com
This event is aimed at all women looking for support and inspiration, we have chosen the evening to allow those working to attend.
The event will start at 6.45 am to meet and mingle, then our guest speaker, Judy Evans, will commence her talk at 7pm - 8pm
We will then break for sharing boards and a drink to discuss what we have learnt
Tickets are £26 per person and spaces are limited to allow a chance for everyone to meet and talk.
Our speaker will be Judy Evans
Judy is a registered naturopathic practitioner with over 20 years’ experience successfully helping thousands of women who suffer from postmenopausal and pre-menopausal symptoms such as: hot flushes, night sweats, low libido, depression, weight gain, PMS, postnatal depression and many other related conditions
Specalising in natural hormone balancing for women Judy has been continuously researching the subject since 1996. Due to the vast amount of knowledge acquired over the years, Judy is often asked to lecture to groups of women and write articles for newspapers and magazines. Judy is also founder of a support group which provides information to those interested in natural treatments for hormonal imbalances.
Judy was awarded her diplomas in naturopathy and herbal medicine after completing five year’s study at the College of Natural Medicine in London and Bristol. More information on Judy and her practice can be found here progesteronelink.com
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We love a stein of good German beer and who can resist a pretzle. You choose to sit in outside in our Oktoberfest themed marquee.
The kitchen will be creating an Oktoberfest menu including Pork Knuckle and sauerkraut; Jager schnitzles and spatzel noodles with a mushroom and cream sauce as well as pretzels and bratwurst hotdogs. This will be available alongslide our a la carte menu.
During the day on Saturday and Sunday there will be activities for the children such as make your own pretzels, face painting and games.
Oktoberfest will run 4-6 of October
Tickets are £20 which includes a Stein, sharing food board and a shot of Schnapps!
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Join us for an open air movie nights. Where we will be showing two movie classics, one on Saturday 14th September where we will be showing Dirty Dancing, and The Big Lewboski on Sunday 15th of September,
The films will start as dusk falls (around 8pm). Wrap up, bring a cosy blanket and sit back and enjoy the show with one of our themed cocktails for £6. We’ll break for an interval during the film, so you can grab some refreshments.
£10 per ticket (popcorn included).
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Enjoy the British summer on our terrace, with mouth watering barbecue all freshly prepared by our chefs.
Food will be available on the terrace from 12.00pm. There will be a set price for a selection of BBQ items and sides.
We also have solo artist, singer guitarist & front man of Tom & The Clementynes, Tom Clements performing from 3.30pm-5.30pm.
Join us for champagne and oysters. We will be offering fresh oysters from Dorset paired perfectly with a variety of wine or champagne.
6 oysters with a glass of house white - £25
12 oysters with a caraf of Albraino - £50
24 with a bottle of house champagne £100
Please email us on info@thequeensams.com or call 01963 220317 to book.
