Guest Rating: 
4.5 / 5
Set in the picturesque village of East Coker, this charming 15th century inn provides the ideal base from which to explore the Heritage South Coast, including Dorchester, Glastonbury and Bath.
To reflect its rich heritage, the Helyar Arms aims to provide a rustic and relaxed atmosphere, with traditional entertainment in the form of a skittle alley, an inviting open log fire in the beamed bar and locally sourced home-cooked food, prepared to order. In the warmer months you can also enjoy a drink in the pleasant garden.
The Helyar Arms also provides an adjoining bar, the Apple Loft, suitable for private parties. It can seat up to 40 people or 24 round one large table.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and charges are applicable.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 1 year stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 20.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Please note that the residence is closed from 15:00 - 18:00 Monday - Saturday. If you intend to arrive within these hours you will need to contact the hotel directly prior to arrival.
All of the rooms are named after local landmarks. They are comfortable, characteristic and attractively furnished.
This is our only single room. It is a comfortable size and beautifully furnished with a dressing table.
This is a comfortable size room, beautifully furnished with bed-side tables and a dressing table.
This is a spacious room, beautifully furnished with a double and a single bed (sleeps three). There is enough room to set up a z-bed if you require one and let us know in advance. As with all rooms, it has a dressing table.
Our menu is an award-winning combination of classic pub favourites, modern European cooking and a hint of the exotic. Dishes are prepared fresh on the premises, using local products from local suppliers, wherever possible. You can choose from a light bar snack or a 3-course meal. Vegetarians and children are also catered for. Food is served from 12:00 - 14:30 and from 18:30 - 21:30 (21:00 on Sunday).
