Historic pubs · South West England
Royal Portland Arms
In or near Fortuneswell.
Royal Portland Arms in England South West, United Kingdom.
Neil Owen — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Weymouth · 6.4 km
About
Royal Portland Arms is a historic pub in England South West, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Isle of Portland SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Royal Portland Arms is a pub located in Portland, South-West England, within the postcode area DT5. It is situated in a region designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to the unique geological and ecological features of the Isle of Portland. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, serving drinks and possibly food in a setting that reflects the local heritage. The establishment provides a space for socialising while enjoying the surrounding area's natural beauty.
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- Coordinates
- 50.5591, -2.4419
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Portland
- Postcode
- DT5 1NF
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Weymouth — 6.4 km
- Official site
- weymouthandportland.info
Sources
- wikidata: Q26498646 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Royal Portland Arms?
- Royal Portland Arms is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode DT5 1NF), in the parish of Portland.
- What is Royal Portland Arms?
- Royal Portland Arms in England South West, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Royal Portland Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Weymouth, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT5 1NF.
- Is Royal Portland Arms a protected site?
- Yes — Royal Portland Arms is part of the Isle of Portland SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Royal Portland Arms?
- The nearest railway station is Weymouth, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DT5 1NF.