Mill Arms, Dunbridge

The pub is easily found across the road from Mottisfont & Dunbridge station; which has a regular hourly service on the Salisbury - Southampton line. The pub was named after local landowners, not a mill; although there once was a mill on the River Dun nearby. The Dun is a tributary of the River Test; hence the inn's popularity with anglers. Indeed, two ex presidents of the USA - Bush & Carter - have stayed here for the fishing.

Inside, there is a large relaxed, comfortable single room with separate areas all served by a central bar. Adjoining is a large conservatory used mainly by diners, overlooking a spacious rural garden. The menu at the moment is limited, but local produce is used where possible (beer for the fish batter, and local butchers). Towards the rear of the pub is a double skittle alley, sometimes used for other functions, complete with its own bar.

The Mill Arms has six en-suite rooms, so provides a useful resting place in this pleasant and remote Hampshire countryside. Two long distance paths - the Test Way & the Monarch's Way pass within a mile of the pub, so the pub is of interest to walkers too.