The Saxon Arms is a beautiful thatched flint-stone pub, set in the rural pretty village of Stratton, in West Dorset. Run by landlord and landlady Rod and Janette Lamont - who have over 40 years experience in the trade - and supported by a loyal and well-trained staff team, it has long established itself as the hub of the local community and one of the best dining pubs in the county.

3 chargrilled cutlets and a mini shepherds pie, served with a medley of seasonal vegetables and a red currant reduction. With a carrot and swede mash, creamy Savoy cabbage with bacon lardons, Dauphinois potatoes and a rich cider sauce. With sauted leeks, creamy mash potato, topped with a crispy poached egg and served with a chive beurre blanc.

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J. M.-P.

Jan 16, 2022

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Just enjoyed a very nice lunch there today. Good menu, food was well cooked and nicely presented. Service was efficient and all of the staff were pleasant. I definitely recommend.

Kazzymia Tyacke

Jan 14, 2022

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Cosy ambiance. Delish home made parsnip soup & hake goujons - Lovely food. Dog friendly in bar. In a very beautiful part of Dorset

Anna Jackson

Nov 20, 2021

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Lovely atmosphere, great food and friendly staff - will definitely book again 👍

Karl Taylor-Robinson

Nov 07, 2021

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A lovely meal for me and for all my family. It's only occasionally we dine out and recent pub lunches in other Dorset venues have been disappointing. The roasts (we had beef and pork) and desserts were really tasty, filling and good value.

Hayley Perry

Oct 15, 2021

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Very warm and welcoming. Staff very helpful. Food amazing very big portions.. so no room for dessert 🤣

David Cooper

Aug 28, 2021

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Traditional pub food, done very well. Lots of people, nice atmosphere. When the staff accidentally forgot to box up our leftovers, they were very apologetic, and took some money off the bill for us, so all was forgiven.

Karen Florent

Aug 08, 2021

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Food was delicious! I had lasagne which was perfect! I've had so many sloppy messes in other places but this was beautiful with garlic bread and salad. My fellow diners all had different and was enjoyed equally well!

Jonathan Morrissey

Jul 16, 2021

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Fantastic place which I would definitely recommend everyone if they get the chance to give it a try. The food was amazing and the service outstanding. We are visiting this area from Kent and a friend recommended the Saxon Arms to us when we were looking for a place to get a great steak in a nice pub garden.. and we are so glad we tried out their recommendation. Hopefully we will be going back tomorrow.