About the Woodmans Arms

Andy & the rest of the staff look forward to seeing you soon

JUST ON the edge of Wootton, the Woodmans Arms has the best of both worlds – a loyal band of locals from the surrounding area as well as those who travel from all over the Island to visit. But as it is also on one of the tourist routes the pub picks up quite a lot of holiday trade too.

Andy Newnham took over the pub in November, returning to his roots on the Island after 24 years in the Royal Navy as a Physical Training Instructor, followed by work as a professional boxing coach in Blackpool and Peterborough.

"I couldn't stay away from the Island," said Andy who was born and bred in Newport. "I always had a house on the Island, even when I was in the armed forces."

His first move was to redecorate throughout the bar and restaurant, brightening the pace up with raspberry, mocha and walnut colours. Pictures of local Island views, sailing pictures and hunting and woodland scenes add to the ambiance.

Now with a new menu with cheaper prices the pub offers traditional pub food with a daily specials board. Curry night is on Tuesdays with all you can eat for only £8 – booking is advisable. Real Ales are on offer with London Pride and Sharps Doombar on tap.

With its pleasant outlook over the fields towards Newport, the Woodmans Arms is the ideal place to drop in after a summer evening drive or a lunchtime snack after visiting one of the local attractions.

• There's a monthly quiz in the bar
• Regular Live Music
• An extensive beer garden
• Barbecues in the summer
• Children and dogs are welcome
• Ample parking
• Private parties and functions
  (it is very near to the crematorium for funeral parties)