The Benett Arms, Semley

The Benett Arms, Semley Delightful village pub in a historic building located in one of the most beautiful villages in Wiltshire.

Good pub fare and nicely appointed bed and breakfast rooms. Many local attractions, walks, and historic locations a stone's throw away.

07/09/2026
Tonight!. We loolk forward to seeing you!
08/08/2026

Tonight!. We loolk forward to seeing you!

Come and join us as we continue our Summer Saturdays Season!

It's Pizza and Pasta night tonight at The Benett Arms! 6:30-8:30Sauces and toppings galore!Create your perfection!
06/08/2026

It's Pizza and Pasta night tonight at The Benett Arms!

6:30-8:30

Sauces and toppings galore!

Create your perfection!

This Saturday!
03/08/2026

This Saturday!

Our pub sign has been lovingly restored and looks wonderful back home! For those interested in what it all means...The h...
28/07/2026

Our pub sign has been lovingly restored and looks wonderful back home! For those interested in what it all means...

The historical coat of arms originally belonging to William Pytt, alias Bennett, of Pythouse (Wiltshire, England). In classical heraldry, each element on the shield and the crest carries a specific traditional meaning:
1. The Shield (The Escutcheon)The Double-Headed Eagle Displayed: The central red (Gules) eagle with two heads traditionally symbolizes power, nobility, imperial authority, and sharp vigilance. Because it looks in both directions, it represents looking both into the past and into the future.The Background (The Field): The shield is split vertically down the middle (per pale) into gold (Or) and silver/grey (Argent). Gold signifies generosity and elevation of the mind, while silver represents peace, sincerity, and purity.
2. The Crest (Top Element)The Conch Shell: Sitting on the twisted wreath (torse), the conch shell acts as a rare regional charge in English heraldry. In this family's specific lineage, the shell directly highlights historical roots, a sense of place, or maritime connections.The Bird: Perched directly on top of the conch shell is a Cornish chough (a black bird with a red beak and red legs). In heraldry, the chough represents resourcefulness, strategic intelligence, and is deeply tied to the folklore of South West England.

Tonight's the night! Join us at The Benett Arms in Semley to root on England in the World Cup on our big screen!Crisps a...
15/07/2026

Tonight's the night!

Join us at The Benett Arms in Semley to root on England in the World Cup on our big screen!

Crisps and nuts on the tables.

Bar will be open for the entire game!

Come and join us as we continue our Summer Saturdays Season!
09/07/2026

Come and join us as we continue our Summer Saturdays Season!

Address

The Benett Arms, Shaftesbury
Semley
SP79AS

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12:30pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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