Ashford, Folkestone & Romney Marsh

Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Pubs & Clubs Guide

Branch area pubs and clubs selling real ale

  • Aldington
    • Walnut Tree Inn Forge Hill Aldington TN25 7DT Telephone(01233) 720298

      This charming country inn was built during the reign of Richard II (1377-1399) in the year of the crusades and was the stronghold of the Aldington Gang, an infamous band of smugglers that roamed Romney Marsh and shores of Kent plying their nefarious trade. The gang's prolific leaders, Cephas Quested and George Ransley, both natives of Aldington, made the Walnut Tree their headquarters and drop point for their illicit contraband. The restaurant cooks by the ancient method of grill stones. quiz nights are held on last Sunday of the month.

  • Appledore
    • Black Lion 15 The Street Appledore TN26 2BU Telephone(01233) 758350

      The Black Lion is a food led pub set in the historic village of Appledore, which can trace its history back to the Viking times when it was a busy port, it is now a quiet village in the heart of Kent. The pub has a large patio to the front. Handy for ramblers on the Saxon Shore Way and the Royal Military Canal which is close by.

  • Ashford
    • Ashford Rugby Club Kinney Lane, Canterbury Road Ashford TN24 9QB Telephone(01233) 624693

      Hold an annual beer festival

    • Beaver Inn 322 Beaver Road Ashford TN23 7SP Telephone(01233) 620264

      A busy traditional locals pub. Food not served, but customers may bring in and eat fish and chips from restaurant next door. Entertainment is provided with darts, pool and cards, and outside, you can enjoy the old Kentish game of bat and trap. In addition, there is a karaoke or disco evening once a month, and regular pool competitions are a popular fixture.

    • Beefeater Eureka Leisure Park Ashford TN25 4BN Telephone(01233) 739282

      Modern purpose built pub adjacent to a Premier Inn, catering mainly for the food trade.

    • British Rail Sports & Social Club Church Road Ashford TN23 7RR Telephone(01233) 620043
    • County Hotel 10 High Street Ashford TN24 8TD Telephone(01233) 646891

      A spacious Wetherspoon pub in an 18th-century building in the centre of Ashford. Three storeys tall, originally red brick, but the top floor and the parapet are now tile hung. Seven sashes with glazing bars intact above ground floor. The shop fronts on the ground floor have now been replaced by modern sashes. Doorcase with engaged Tuscan columns. One bar with three separate seating areas. Up to two real ciders are available dispensed from polypins in the fridge. Food is available all day everyday from 8am to 11pm. Children are allowed in the dining area until 9pm. Summer and autumn national and international beer festivals. Table service available via Wetherspoons app, including guest beers. Large Car park at rear now only for Staff use and extra seating during Summer months.

    • Curious Brewery Victoria Road Ashford TN23 7HQ Telephone(01233) 528300

      Situated in the centre of Ashford, next to Ashford International Railway Station, and only 38 minutes from London St Pancras, this multi-million-pound investment by parent company Chapel Down opened in May 2019.

      It's now been taken over by St Peters Brewery from Suffolk. A modern state-of-the-art brewery with a shop and tasting room on the ground floor and a bar and 120-seater restaurant upstairs feature the Curious Brew core range of Lager, IPA, cider and Porter, as well as special and seasonal brews.

      The Chapel Down range of English wines and spirits is also available. The Curious Brew products have been widely available in keg, bottle and can for some eight years but up until now have been contract brewed.

      Fresh beer from the brewery is served from tanks above the bar; this is unpasteurised but is filtered in common with the beer presented in other forms of packaging. Brewery tours and tastings can be booked via their web site. The brewery looks set to become a major tourist destination. A handpump serving cask conditioned ale was installed in late 2021 serving beers brewed on the premises but availability is very patchy. Most likely to see one during the early autumn (green-hopped) or a Christmas beer at the end of the year.

    • Elwick Club Church Road Ashford TN23 1RD Telephone(01233) 620043
    • George Hotel 68 High Street Ashford TN24 8TB Telephone(01233) 625512

      The George Hotel is the town's oldest coaching inn and serves traditional home made dishes using local produce and suppliers. It opens for breakfasts from 10am and serves food seven days per week. Breakfast menu, Light bites and salads menu, Panini, baguettes and sandwiches menu, Mains and Dessert menus available daily. This hotel has undergone a refurbishment , giving it a light and airy atmosphere. The two bar layout has been changed to one long bar running from the front to the back of the pub, together with the separate restaurant area. The pub has a late licence at weekends until 1am. This pub has recently reopened after a refurbishment.

    • Hare & Hounds Maidstone Road Ashford TN25 4NR Telephone(01233) 621760

      A friendly 18th century pub was once owned by the Lord of the Manor the Rt. Hon Earl of Thanet and has been run by the Ralph family since 2008. Situated just off the main road between Ashford to Maidstone it is well worth a visit. Supported by the locals the pub holds regular quiz nights, live music and BBQs.

    • Locomotive 65-67 Beaver Road Ashford TN23 7SF Telephone(01233) 620741

      A friendly locals pub with a separate games room with pool tables, darts, and Satellite TV. A 10min walk from Ashford international Station it is well worth the walk.

    • Low Key Taproom Calgarth House, 39-41 Bank Street Ashford TN23 1DQ

      Situated at the lower end of Bank Street, this venture is in partnership with Salt Brewery whose beers are normally available. A range of Low Key (once a Boutilliers sub brand before they closed) beers are also available; they are now brewed as collaborations elsewhere. Staff will be able to give more information. There a good range of Belgian and German beers. On a recent visit Boon Mariage Parfait, beers from Brasserie de la Seine, Drie Fontainen and Orval were available. Burgers are usually available and there is live music some evenings. Check social media for details.

    • Matches Unit 3, Elwick Place, Elwick Road Ashford TN23 1AX

      Sports themed bar opened on 10 June 2021. Many television screens showing domestic and International games. Darts, pool and shuffleboard can be played here. Self pour taps are available at three of the tables, cask beer is available from the single handpump on the bar. Well stocked range of bottle and cans in the fridge behind the bar. Breakfast menu available Saturday & Sunday from 10 to midday.

    • New Chimneys Louden Way, Godinton Park Ashford TN23 3JJ Telephone(01233) 636871

      Large pub, built in the mid 1980s on popular housing development, catering largely for food trade, but still offering a traditional pub atmosphere and retaining the increasingly rare darts board. no children in the bar after 6pm. The Taverna' on the first floor serves authentic Greek and Cypriot food, wines and beers. Barbeques are also popular in the sunshine.

    • Pheasant Trinity Road Ashford TN25 4QH Telephone(01233) 647604

      A modern purpose-built pub close to Eureka Business Park and local shops. The pub has a relaxed atmosphere and caters for locals, business people, and family groups alike. Spice nights are held on Thursday evenings. The open plan bar area is split into several distinct areas, including a social drinking area, a place to enjoy a quiet drink, and a family area. Quiz nights are Monday and Wednesday (music) and Poker night is Tuesday. 5 handpumps.

    • Riverside Inn Rugby Gardens, off Torrington Road. Ashford TN23 7TG Telephone(01233) 633404

      Situated just across the footbridge from the Designer Outlet, and within a short walk of Ashford International Station. A smoking and patio area is situated outside the pub, and there is a pleasant garden area at the rear.

    • Star Inn East Hill Ashford TN24 8PA Telephone(01233) 623287

      Located just outside the town centre the pub is adjacent to the river and park. The pub capitalises on live music with traditional music (mainly English and Irish)played from 4pm every 2nd Sunday afternoon.

    • Swan Tufton Street Ashford TN23 1QN Telephone(01233) 634280

      Comfortable family run town centre pub and restaurant that has recently reopened after a long period of closure with a large garden where dogs are permitted The pub also has regular live music and quiz night and also provides takeaway food.

  • Bethersden
    • Bull Inn Bull Hill Bethersden TN26 3LB Telephone(01233) 220615

      The Bull Inn, on the A28 between Ashford & Tenterden is an ancient inn dating back to the 17th century (c1645). Comfortable bars, with a wealth of old beams - an excellent restaurant serving bar meals as well as fine food. The Bull Inn has much to offer. It is situated in an area favoured by walkers, cyclists and people touring the Weald of Kent, Rye and the Romney Marshes. As well as the staid delights of Tenterden, Woodchurch Rare Breeds Centre and Leeds Castle are short drives away. A large pretty beer garden and ample car parking space. Coaches are welcome.

    • George The Street Bethersden TN26 3AG Telephone(01233) 820235

      Following the pub's closure in 2020, local residents came together to form 'The George Community' with the aim of saving it. After refurbishment, the pub reopened on 26 May initially as a 'wet pub', food is now available every day including Sunday lunch. A proper village pub and CAMRA branch runner up Pub of the Year 2019, has four hand pumps. Also opens as a Cafe Monday to Friday 10:00 to 12:00 with cakes and coffees available all day. Open on Bank holidays. Buses from Ashford and Tenterden stop outside.

    • Pig & Sty Ashford Road Bethersden TN26 3LF Telephone(01233) 528144

      This pub was known as the Royal Standard and closed in 2005 when it became the Royal Spice Indian Restaurant, since then it has traded under various names such as Cinnamon Spice and Mumbai Gate before reverting to being a pub on 21 September 2019. The pub boasts a large garden and restaurant area, the early opening at weekends is for food only.

  • Bilsington
    • White Horse Ruckinge Road Bilsington TN25 7JX Telephone(01233) 721487

      This real pub that serves real food was first mentioned in the Domesday Book and is now a Grade II listed building. Originally three cottages in the centre of the village the garden overlooks Romney Marsh and provides a friendly and relaxing way of whiling away a couple of hours with a pint of Harvey's or Ruddles bitter or the changing guest ale. The pool table has been relocated from the small room behind the bar to create a dog friendly restaurant area separate from the main one.

  • Boughton Lees
    • Flying Horse The Lees Boughton Lees TN25 4HH Telephone(01233) 620914

      Under new management since 1st October 2024.

      An imposing 15th century coaching inn with unusually shaped windows and stone arches, that overlooks the village green in Boughton Lees and is close to the Pilgrims Way. The Flying Horse is a reference to Pegasus, the winged horse ridden by Bellerophon in Greek mythology, the heraldic device of the Knights Templar and the name of early stagecoaches. There are wooden beams and inglenook fireplaces and an old brewhouse that has been converted into the restaurant and a recently discovered well has been exposed with a glass cover for customers to admire.

  • Brabourne Lees
    • Blue Anchor Bridge Road Brabourne Lees TN25 6QQ Telephone(01303) 812223

      Originally built in 1780 this small village pub is situated in the centre of the village overloking the village green. Customers can expect a warm welcome in this friendly family owned local pub. There is a choice of two everchanging guest ales, usually one local. Popular with the locals and visitors alike this pub specialised in good ale, good company and French style cooking.

  • Brookland
    • Woolpack Inn Beacon Lane Brookland TN29 9TJ Telephone(01797) 344321

      Located in the Romney Marsh walking country this is a little low beamed 15th century smuggling pub is just off the Brookland- Rye road. It has been there since the sea came right up to the meadow. The lane is called Beacon Lane and no one is betting that the beacon was used not to celebrate events but to encourage off-shore shipping. Beyond the old worn brick entrance and extremely low doorway are many of its original features such as low beams are all pegged, and wattle and daub walls, some of which were removed to merge the bars into one. Its name come from its popularity with Owlers (smugglers) who used the inn as a base for their lucrative trade of exporting wool and importing for rum and brandy brought over from France The Woolpack is a perfect place to stop and satisfy thirst and appetite and during the winter a roaring log fire burns in a massive inglenook which has inside seating for those cold nights.

  • Burmarsh
    • Shepherd & Crook Shearway Burmarsh TN29 0JJ Telephone(01303) 872336

      A welcoming family run country free house is a 15th century Grade II listed constructed of the same stone as the nearby Norman church set in the picturesque village of Burmarsh. The food is cooked to order using local produce, where possible including vegetarian and gluten free options are available lunchtime and evenings Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday Lunchtimes. Also, open Bank holiday Mondays, same hours as Sunday. The pub has a dog friendly bar and a separate restaurant, which can also be used for private dining occasions is popular with walkers and is adjacent to the Romney Marsh Cycle Route. The charming village public house hosts friendly locals, a log fire for those colder days and an enticing sun terrace for those occasional sunny day. The Shepherd and Crook is full of antiquities including a blow lamp collection. It also has a traditional ‘ring the bull’ game, which is reputed to be one of the oldest pub games going, so make sure you try when you visit. The interesting adjacent medieval church has a Norman doorway within a 16th century porch and is well worth a visit. The pub holds an open mic evening on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays

  • Capel-le-Ferne
    • Valiant Sailor New Dover Road Capel-le-Ferne CT18 7JJ Telephone07707 836089

      Built in 1782 this popular local pub at the top of Dover Hill on the outskirts of Folkestone and the North Downs Way and adjacent to the Battle of Britain memorial.

      The pub is convenient for the port of Dover with accommodation for motor homes in the car park and serves good value meals using local ingredients, were possible including wholesome roasts of Sundays. If you would like to stay for the night with your motorhome, all they ask is for you to have a drink and a meal in the pub. North Downs Way passes the pub.

      The pub name was popular just after the English Civil War appealing to returning soldiers and sailors returning home and took and named pubs.

      Another possible origin of the pub name because of the constant battles with local fishermen in the Dover area when the local men would retire here to regroup.

  • Charing
    • Charing Bar Company 18 High Street Charing TN27 0HU Telephone07885 252001

      Micropub opened in May 2017 in a former kitchen shop. It was then a sister pub to the former Barbers Arms in Wye and is currently the only pub in the village. A one roomer with a low ceiling and large street windows and with all low tables and chairs except for bar stools at the counter. Cider, fruit juices, wine and speciality gins are on offer. The pub's original name came from Charing's regular hosting of Point-to-Point meetings. Mobile phone use is deterred. Re-opened with a change of name to The Charing Bar Company in August 2024.

    • Wagon & Horses Faversham Road Charing TN27 0NR Telephone(01233) 712249

      Traditional country pub nestling in woodland at the top of the North Downs with a level 1 acre Caravan Club site adjacent, approximately 2 miles north east of Charing. The bar offers a wide range of locally sourced home cooked meals together with a changing selection of vegetarian meals.

  • Charing Heath
    • Red Lion Charing Heath Road Charing Heath TN27 0AU Telephone(01233) 714949

      Open on Bank holidays. New licensee took over in September 2022. The Red Lion located off the A20 between Ashford and Maidstone is a beautiful old English country inn situated in 4 acres of superb surroundings. It was originally built as a thatched farmhouse in 1562 during the reign of Elizabeth I. A six-day ale and cider licence was issued in 1709 at which point the thatched roof was removed. 1762 saw a Wine & Spirit licence granted and the property was registered as an Inn under the title of The Red Lion. Used as Customs & Excise posting house where mail was collected and sorted before being distributed to the outlying areas by post boys.

  • Densole
    • Black Horse 366 Canterbury Road Densole CT18 7BG Telephone(01303) 311794

      Refurbished during 2021 this roadside pub between Folkestone and Canterbury is popular with locals and campers from the local campsite, which is the nearest Caravan and Motor home Club's site to Dover Harbour and Channel tunnel. The interior is decorated with old photographs from the area and has many exposed old beams. Brunch is available on the 1st Saturday of the month opening at 10am and roasts are served on Sundays

  • Dungeness
    • Britannia Dungeness Road Dungeness TN29 9ND Telephone(01797) 321959

      The Britannia is located in the heart of the Dungeness estate, an area of outstanding beauty and home to extremely rare wildlife. The pub is located in between the two Dungeness lighthouses and within a few minutes walk of Dungeness Station on the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway. There is disabled access to the beach immediately opposite the pub via a boardwalk. The Britannia is open all day throughout the summer months and lunchtimes and evenings during the winter when a real fire keeps everyone warm. Excellent quality food is available, fresh fish being a speciality.

  • Dymchurch
    • City of London 68-70 High Street Dymchurch TN29 0NL Telephone(01303) 873979

      A 16th century building which was initially built as a coaching inn and renamed the City of London, rumour has it that this was after a ship of the same name was blown over the seawall and collided with the inn in 1775. The pub remains a memorial to those who died and was repaired with the ships timbers.

    • Hidden Treasure 30 High Street Dymchurch TN29 0NU Telephone(01303) 874049

      This is a family run friendly micropub in the heart of Dymchurch close to the historic Martello Tower, which is open to the public by appointment, and the beach.

      Real ales, usually one from a Kentish brewer served through three handpumps with some extra beers occasionally dispensed from the fridge cabinet. Ciders are on gravity dispensed also from the fridge cabinet.

      There are several drinking areas with a corridor connecting them to the bar area.

      Check pub's Facebook page for up to date opening times.

    • Ocean Inn 2 High Street Dymchurch TN29 0NG Telephone(01303) 872152

      A traditional community pub built 1733, adjacent to the beach and the amusement park which is popular with young families. A large main bar with a separate dining area, rear patio, garden and children’s play area. The pub has a jukebox, pool table, dart board and holds regular live music events.

    • Royal British Legion Club Memorial Hall, Sea Wall Dymchurch TN29 0TG Telephone(01303) 872394
    • Ship Inn 118 High Street Dymchurch TN29 0NS Telephone(01303) 874425

      Opposite the historic church the Ship Hotel is another well-known smugglers inn, something of whose story is revealed in Russell Thorndyke’s books “Doctor Syn” and “Doctor Syn Returns”, for the author lived in Dymchurch for many years steeped himself in local colour and the tales of nightriders. The nearness if the inn to the little prison, meant thrilling adventures helping captured smugglers to escape. Reopened in 2017 the building had been left to deteriorate over the several years by previous tenants .before being purchased by a local entrepreneur and coming a free house The building has now been totally restored to a high standard to provide facilities expected in the 21st century. Unfortunately, the unusual carved and gilded ship on the high seas that ordained the front entrance had been removed during a previous owner and lost. The original accommodation area has been totally refurbished to provide six en-suite rooms and the bar areas rebuilt to offer two main dining areas, one of which can be used for functions, and a bar area where dogs are welcome. A good selection of local cask ales and the food is mainly sourced locally The Ship Inn is low beamed pub with an attractive staircase, open fires and one room in the hotel has an iron ceiling from when the Wealden ironworks that were still working in the eighteenth century.

  • East Brabourne
    • Five Bells Inn The Street East Brabourne TN25 5LP Telephone(01303) 813334

      16th century rural inn has been modernised without loosing any of the architectural features. Locally grown, farmed and prepared food is served lunchtimes and evenings along with Kentish ales and ciders with a Barbeque Friday and Saturday afternoons The inn is popular with walkers, motorists and locals and pub incorporates a shop selling local produce with a large garden is suitable for alfresco dining The pub hosts acoustic evenings on Tuesdays and the Vintage and Racing club meets on the 4th Sunday of the month.

  • Egerton
    • George The Street Egerton TN27 9DJ Telephone(01233) 756599

      Egerton is one of the most picturesque villages in Kent. The inn was built in 1576 and licensed in 1729. In 1780, the site was used by Lord Cornwallis for the collection of rents and during WWII by the RCAF as their local. Several pilots' signatures still survive today. During restoration, it was discovered that some of the inn's plastering was made of cow-dung and straw. The timbers are mainly from sailing ships, and some of the beams have guinea holes in them. The pub reopened in September 2016 after an extensive renovation project. Having been closed for a year, it was taken over by Dane and Sarah Allchorne - the team behind The Milk House in Sissinghurst. After being closed for two years subsequently relaunched in July 2021 again with a reversion to its original name and reportedly with more of a pubby feel than previously. There are local beers, cask ales, a wide selection of wines by the glass and a range of menus with something for everyone. Please telephone for kitchen operating hours.

      Pub closed for refurbishment from 14th January 2024

  • Elham
    • Abbot's Fireside High Street Elham CT4 6TD Telephone(01303) 840566

      Built as an inn in 1451 and throughout Tudor and Stuart times, the building was known as 'The Smithies Arms'. When you enter the Abbot's Fireside, you will encounter a warm and friendly welcome, be surrounded by antique furniture, open fireplaces and original leaded glass windows throughout the lounge, restaurant and bedrooms. The lounge and restaurant feature huge medieval fireplaces which, like the hotel itself, are listed by the Historical Society.

    • Kings Arms The Square Elham CT4 6TJ Telephone(01303) 840242

      After closing on 12 June 2022, the pub re-opened on 8 September 2023. Now run by the Contemporary Pub Group who also run the Marquis Of Granby in Alkham and the Tiger Inn at Stowting.

      This pub overlooking the village square and the fine medieval church is the focal point for social activities across the area and provides a friendly atmosphere for both regulars, visitors and walkers from the Elham Valley alike. Parking is in the square.

      ++++++++++++++++++++++ The King’s Arms in Elham, has been crowned the best pub in Kent in the National Pub & Bar Awards 2024.

      Details available here - https://cenemagazine.co.uk/news/the-kings-arms-on-outskirts-of-canterbury-crowned-best-pub-in-kent ++++++++++++++++++++++

      The following information is taken from the pubs Facebook page on 7 September: -

      The King’s Arms - proper pub dishes with a Contemporary Pubs twist, real ales, craft beer, roaring fires, wonderful wines, colourful cocktails, and service with a smile.

    • Rose & Crown High Street Elham CT4 6TD Telephone(01303) 840890

      A 16th century grade II listedcoaching inn that was used previously as the Circuit Court of Justice up to the 1970's. It has one bar, beamed with old ships timbers, with an open fire. Bar billiards in its current form was first played in the Rose & Crown in 1932. David Gill, a resident of North Elham saw Billard Russe being played in Belgium and persuaded the Jelkes company of Holloway Road in London to make a similar table to his design. The outbuildings behind the inn were once used for brewing ale, and the old well which supplied water for this purpose still remains, where, within living memory, there was a donkey wheel from drawing water.

  • Etchinghill
    • Etchinghill Golf Club Canterbury Road Etchinghill CT18 8FA Telephone(01303) 863863
    • Gatekeeper Canterbury Road Etchinghill CT18 8DE Telephone(01303) 864345

      Reopened in May 2015 after being closed for sometime, the Gatekeeper was previously called the New Inn. Originally two 15th century cottages, the building was converted to a pub in the 18th century. The pub has an interesting menu and there are four rotating beers usually including at least one from Kent and three ciders. Situated close to the channel tunnel, it is worthy of your last or first pint or meal when visiting the continent. May close early on quiet evenings or keep open if busy. Please note that The Gatekeeper will be closed from Monday 8th January 2024, re-opening on Wednesday 31st January. This is for staff annual holidays.

  • Folkestone
    • Beer Shop Folkestone 32 Rendezvous Street Folkestone CT20 1EZ

      Shop conversion to a specialist beer bar selling keg, bottled and canned products with usually one or perhaps two micro-brewery cask ales served from rear wall taps. Also available is a good selection of other alcoholic and soft drinks. Things to nibble on including cheeses, meats, tinned fish, olives and local Docker Bread are available.

      Long narrow room with tiled floor and an eclectic range of tables and chairs for seating.

      Card payments only. All cards and contactless payments accepted, no minimum spend or charges.

    • Black Bull Canterbury Road Folkestone CT19 5NX Telephone(01303) 256903

      Family friendly food oriented pub.

    • Board Room Folkestone Harbour Arm Folkestone CT20 1QH

      The Board Room at Folkestone Harbour Arm is run by Northfleet-based craft beer brewery Iron Pier Beer. It is the biggest unit on the arm and has been turned it into a very welcoming relaxed, beer cafe environment with lovely views across the English Channel and thr White Cliffs of Dover. All Iron Pier Beers are available with Cask Bitter available from Friday lunchtime. Table Beer, Ernest Sour, Session IPA, Killicks Mill, Rosherville Red, From The Wave, Cast Iron Stout, When Life Gives You Oranges, Keller Queen, Pretty As An Apricot.

    • Bouverie Tap 45 Bouverie Road West Folkestone CT20 2SZ Telephone(01303) 255977

      This small pub located at the west end of Folkestone includes a basement restaurant and offers three changing local ales, a local cider and locally sourced food. The pub is decorated with interesting old posters and adverts along with an ex WWII war Willys Jeep radiator grill overlooking the bar. The pub also provides a comprehensive selection of rums and gins, including some distilled in Kent, together with wines, sprits and a selection of continental beers. Breakfasts are available on Saturday and Sunday from 9am Traditional roasts are served on Sundays with traditional food on other days. Dogs are welcome and well-behaved children up to 7pm.

    • Brickfield Cookhouse & Pub Cherry Garden Avenue Folkestone CT19 4AP Telephone(01303) 273620

      Built on an old brick quarry this pub/restaurant adjacent to the A20 and Premier Travel Inn. provides food all day with breakfasts from 6:30am Monday to Friday and 7:00am at weekends. A convenient location for a stopover for the continent or a short break to visit Port Lympne Zoo, Dover Castle or Canterbury Cathedral

    • British Lion 10 The Bayle Folkestone CT20 1SQ Telephone(01303) 251478

      Easy to find next to the parish church and everything a town pub should be. Said to be the oldest pub in town it has a bow-windowed Queen Anne front hiding a 15th century cosy interior with an area set aside for eating good food to accompany the good beer usually from the Marston's usually a Hobgoblin and Ringwood beer. plus, a selection of ciders. There is a big painting on the wall of the British Lion and an outside area. The pub is situated in a secluded quiet area of Folkestone near the church known as the Bayle.

    • Chambers Radnor Chambers, Cheriton Place Folkestone CT20 2BB Telephone(01303) 223333

      A spacious cellar bar with six handpumps beneath a licensed coffee shop, beers include some from local breweries and at least two real ciders. A beer festival is held over the Easter weekend. Live music from 8pm, usually with free admission. Fully licensed coffee shop ground floor 9-5 Tuesday - Saturday.

    • County Fayre 3 Old High Street Folkestone CT20 1RJ Telephone(01303) 220799

      A traditional farm shop in the middle of Folkestone that offers jars of Kentish products including a range of bottled conditioned beers. Check Facebook for opening hours.

    • Dugout Sports Ground, Cheriton Road Folkestone CT19 5JU Telephone(01303) 221819

      This club is next to Folkestone Invicta Football ground. Cask beer is usually available on bar on match days, generally Gadd's Seasider. The bar is accessible from both inside and outside the football ground. Now a sports bar with two cask beers.

    • East Cliff Tavern 13-15 East Cliff Folkestone CT19 6BU Telephone(01303) 251132

      Since 1862 this traditional back-street two-terrace pub has been its local community hub. Family owned since 1967, Richard took the helm in 2004 earning 17 GBG entries since. Local musicians, the Leaky Bladders play Thursday 7.15 & Sun 4.30. Darts Friday. Needle craft 2nd-4th Wednesday evenings. One pale beer from Kent Brewery is always available. Biddenden or Kingswood cider on gravity behind the bar. Located a short walk from the harbour and just 60m from Tram Road via a pedestrian crossing over the disused railway track. The saloon is unused, so enter directly into the bar. Government surplus Bakelite tables support drinks and a traditional gas fire keeps cold at bay. Opening hours may vary, often stays open after hours, check if making a special visit. NB Cash only.

    • East Kent Arms 21 Sandgate Road Folkestone CT20 1SB Telephone07825 559262

      Town Centre pub providing an outside area and live music Saturday afternoons and Sunday evenings

    • Finn's Gin & Real Ales 20 Cheriton High Street Folkestone CT19 4ET Telephone07590 107195

      A new bar that opened on 2 February 2019, it has stools for seating around the walls and some seating at the bar. There is a large television screen on one wall and a prominent darts board. Opening hours may be subject to change.

    • Firkin Alehouse 21 Cheriton Place Folkestone CT20 2AY Telephone07894 068432

      Folkestone's first micropub from November 2012, with up to four cask beers - often including one from a Kent micro-brewery - and up to six ciders all served on gravity from a temperature-controlled cellar room. Also available from the display fridge, are a selection of bottled/canned foreign and British beers, plus a limited wine selection is stocked. Moved from premises at No. 18 to No. 20 in September 2017 and in December 2022, moved to No. 21 on the other side of the road. Traditional bar snacks including pickled eggs, pickled onions and other basic fare are available. No music or pub games, only good company and conversation making the Firkin Alehouse a place to enjoy a good drink and relax in good company. Seating at the front is on high stools and tables but the rear snug area has armchairs and sofas. Please make and take phone calls outside.

    • Guildhall 42 The Bayle Folkestone CT20 1SQ Telephone(01303) 251393

      A welcoming, traditional single bar pub in Folkestone’s historic Bayle area, a few minutes from the town centre. Built around 1848 as the Globe and renamed in 1987. Two regular and two or three guest ales from the Punch Finest Cask selection. Well maintained garden at the front and a suntrap patio at the rear. Good value food served Friday, Saturday and Sunday lunchtimes. Spot the “Excellent Pub” sign near the front garden.

    • Harbour Inn 24-26 Harbour Street Folkestone CT20 1QN Telephone(01303) 487260

      This former George Beer and Co, Fremlins pub-hotel until bought by Whitbread, who already owned the former Mackeson True Britain pub next door was combined to form the Old Harbour Crab and Oyster Harbour Inn, a fish version of the Beefeater chain in 1987. Both pubs having a long history associated with the sea and continental travellers prior to the closing of Folkestone harbour to passenger traffic.

      Renamed Harbour Inn when sold by Whitbread to a local restaurant owner before changing hands again in 2018, is now part of the L&B Resteraunt Co group and forms part of the 'Creative Quarter' near the bottom of the old High Street.

      With a separate restaurant upstairs with views over the harbour it is popular with locals and visitors alike.

      During winter months the pub may close early if there are no customers.

    • Kipps' Alehouse 11-15 Old High Street Folkestone CT20 1RL Telephone(01303) 246766

      Kipps' Alehouse follows the general principle of a micro-pub, serving real ale directly from the cask. In this case from a glass enclosed and cooled steel stillage. Generally, the Alehouse has a local Kentish ale, a guest ale being an award winner and then another unusual beer from around the country, when practical a fourth beer will be tapped to add additional variety. All ales are sourced from small independent micro-breweries and served in third pint glasses for tasting. Several ciders are on sale from boxes on the bar counter. This "micro-pub" is unusual in that is serves a variety of bottled craft beers and draught international lagers. Generally, the Alehouse also has upward of 10 international wines, a selection of gins and in addition to Prosecco, Port and Sherry.

    • Lord Morris 17 Guildhall Street Folkestone CT20 1EA Telephone(01303) 259224
    • Nailbox 74 Coolinge Lane, Shorncliffe Folkestone CT20 3QE Telephone(01303) 253748

      A friendly local community pub built in 1867 as the Shorncliffe Arms, and was renamed the Railway Hotel in 1887. It quickly became the last watering hole for many soldiers billeted in nearby Shorncliffe barracks before they boarded trains for overseas missions. The pub was unofficially known as the Nailbox for many years because of a nearby woodworking shop. Employees there said they were going to ‘fetch something from the nailbox’ - a euphemism for nipping out for pint! The nickname was recognised in 1971 when the pub was renamed. Darts, pool and crib as well as monthly quiz nights are organised for those who like a sporting chance in this friendly local community pub with a tradition of support for various charities.

    • Pullman 7-9 Church Street Folkestone CT20 1SE Telephone(01303) 488966

      A smart and comfortable pub with a secluded patio area ideal for al fresco dining on fine days in a side street of the town shopping area.The pub usually has four draught ales with one from a Kentish brewer. Well worth seeking out to escape from the hustle and bustle of Guildhall and Rendezous Streets for a quiet drink or two!!

    • Red Cow 136 Foord Road Folkestone CT19 5AB Telephone(01303) 252477

      Large patio and garden. Televisions for football.

    • Rocksalt Bar & Restaurant 4-5 Fishmarket Folkestone CT19 6AA Telephone(01303) 212070

      A stylish restaurant with separate bar on the upper floor which serves one beer on hand pump. Meals are served in the restaurant downstairs and snacks or drinks in the upstairs bar with even better views of the harbour. The bar can close earlier Mon-Fri if quiet.

    • Samuel Peto 23 Rendezvous Street, Baptist Galleries Folkestone CT20 1EY Telephone(01303) 251154

      This unique Wetherspoon's pub is named after Samuel Morton Peto (later Sir Samuel), a great railway engineer and builder of Nelson’s column, who funded this building as a Baptist church in 1874 The former Baptist Church contained a very fine pipe organ, and the façade of these pipes have been retained at the far end of the balcony, imposing an air of dignity, although destined for a life of silence. The pub also features the original stained-glass windows, original memorial plaques of local dignities, and a hand-painted ceiling of fluffy clouds across a blue sky. Cosily inviting booths wrap around both floors. There are even two pulpits upstairs where one can preach the Gospel of Real Ale.

    • Ship Inn 23 The Stade Folkestone CT19 6AB Telephone(01303) 251114

      There has been a public house on this site since 1717 and was acquired by Fremlins in 1926 being rebuilt in the 1930s. A friendly local pub that is popular with locals and visitors being convenient for the East Cliff sands, fish market and harbour. The bar is divided into two large seating bays and is decorated in a traditional manner with fishing nets and pictures of sailing ships. Two sets of French doors open out to provide good views of the harbour in summer months. Rooms with full en-suite facilities are available with views of Folkestone Harbour that can be enjoyed from every room!

    • Three Hills Sports Club Cheriton Road Folkestone CT19 5JU Telephone(01303) 846020

      Built in 2012 this modern facility is open to the public from 9am and serves alcohol from 11am every day. This social club with a panoramic window, is associated with the Three Hills Sports Centre which is used by several clubs including the local bowls, hockey, cricket, netball, football and athletic clubs. Exercise evenings take place on Monday, Wednesday an Thursday evenings.

  • Great Chart
    • Swan & Dog The Street Great Chart TN23 3AN Telephone(01233) 643222

      Recently re-opened and refurbished by Village Green Restaurants, owners of the Old Mill Kennington and the Chequers on the Green High Halden. Grade II listed the pub provides a relaxed social dining experience with home cooked food sourced locally. The pub was renamed from just the Swan to commemorate the other pub in the village which was previously known as the Black Dog. Village Green Restaurants are now owned by local brewers, Shepherd Neame. Please note that since reopening after the Covid-19 lockdown the beer range will vary from that shown.

  • Greatstone
    • Jolly Fisherman The Parade Greatstone TN28 8ST Telephone07791 513957

      The Jolly Fisherman was built by the brewers Style and Winch Ltd about 1935 and is located in The Parade opposite to the car park that serves Greatstone beach and shops. It has a pool tables and dart board for the sports men and women, a large flat screen TV to watch the cricket and football, and a garden with seating to enjoy the sea breezes. Carvery on Sunday.

    • Varne Boat & Social Club Coast Drive Greatstone TN28 8NR Telephone(01797) 366222

      The Social Club was first formed in the early seventies to provide a facility for people that did not have a boat but just to enjoy the spectacular views of the bay across to France whilst enjoying a quiet drink. It is a “members only” club, but production of a CAMRA membership card will ensure a warm welcome if you are visiting the area on holiday. For local residents, you may use your membership card for 1 or 2 visits, after that you would be expected to join the Social Club. NOTE:- Bar closes weekends depending upon what function is on.

  • Hamstreet
    • Dukes Head The Street Hamstreet TN26 2HE Telephone(01233) 732210

      A pleasant and well constructed mock tudor pub that has no gimmicks, mature, mellowed comfortable interior that persuades one to linger.

  • Hastingleigh
    • Bowl Inn The Street Hastingleigh TN25 5HU Telephone(01233) 750354

      This lovingly restored listed village pub building retains many period features including a snug room and is decorated throughout with vintage advertising material Well behaved children are welcome and the original taproom ‘called the snug room’ has been converted into an area that can be used for meetings. Was CAMRA Branch Pub of the Year in 2012, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2022 and runner up in 2016, 2020 and 2023.

  • Hawkinge
    • Hawkinge Cricket & Social Club The Pavilion, Cricketers Close Hawkinge CT18 7NH Telephone07734 862289

      Provisional Information formembers only social club. Two beers on offer when visiting in December 2019, hop Fuzz Advent and Fullers London Pride.

    • Mayfly Defiant Close Hawkinge CT18 7RU Telephone(01303) 894689

      Well designed modern estate pub to cater for the expansion of Hawkinge providing separate covered smoking area and cost effective value meals.

    • White Horse Inn 7 Canterbury Road Hawkinge CT18 7JA Telephone(01303) 892268

      The first mention of an Inn at Uphill (now Hawkinge) on a map dated about 1698 has recently been refurbished by Shepherd Neame. Despite the small frontage, this large village community pub with a pool and supports its own golf team. Beyond the main bar which has exposed brickwork, old wooden beams and an inglenook fireplace is the dining area where wholesome meals are serves lunchtime and evenings with roasts on Sundays. There is a a cosy conservatory and sheltered smoking area at the rear and a patio in the front of the pub to be enjoyed on fine days. The pub is convenient for the nearby Battle of Britain museum. Shepherd Neame Tenants of the Year 2022

  • High Halden
    • Chequers on the Green Ashford Road High Halden TN26 3LP Telephone(01233) 850503

      The pub is known to have been used by smugglers such as the Hawkhurst, Cranbrook and Aldingtion Gangs that were active in the 19th century. The name originates from the fact that the villagers paid their taxes in the pub. Totally refurbished in 2013, the pub has been converted into mainly a restaurant serving good quality food all day, but still has a separate drinking area and patio.

  • Hothfield
    • Woolpack Inn Maidstone Road Hothfield TN26 1AP Telephone(01233) 713000

      A Beefeater restaurant attached to the village inn with an adjacent Premier Inn. Breakfasts served 6:30 to 10:30 weekdays, 7:00 to 11:00 weekends

  • Hythe
    • Bell 1 Seabrook Road Hythe CT21 5NB Telephone(01303) 267175

      The oldest pub in Hythe and was the main inn when Hythe was a prosperious port. Much connected with the smuggling industry via a tunnel in the cellar. A mill stream used to run through the cellar too, but this is now piped through the tunnel. Parts of the inn go back to the fifteenth century and the deeds to the premises go back over 400 years. Skeletons of Revenue Men found when fireplace restored.

    • Britannia Inn 26 Horn Street Hythe CT21 5SR Telephone(01303) 238502

      Originally two 18th century cottages before becoming a Westerham Ales ale house in 1853. There have been several other owners prior to Shepherd Neame aquiring the pub and sympathetically refurbishing and extending it, whilst retaining a village drinking atmosphere. A quarter of a mile north is the medieval church of St Martins with Saxon remains is the grave of Samuel Plimsoll.

    • Butt of Sherry 3-5 Theatre Street Hythe CT21 5LD Telephone(01303) 266112

      A friendly High Street pub serving good value food with 2 daily specials and theme nights alternate Thursdays. A pleasant patio used by smokers overlooks the High Street and is ideal for people watching. Another enclosed outside area is a secluded sun trap.

    • Carousel Lounge 26 Prospect Road Hythe CT21 5JR Telephone(01303) 269251

      Built for the Loyal Fountain Fellowship lodge in 1903 and recently converted into an Art Nouveau style bar providing a range draught beers at reasonable prices and two restaurants. The Hong Kong Chinese restaurant and the Sundarban Indian restaurant (currenty closed) it provides a convenient licenced waiting room whilst waiting for a take away or for a pre dinner drink. Bar may close early if quiet evening

    • Globe Inn 6-8 High Street Hythe CT21 5AT Telephone(01303) 264576

      The Globe in Red Lion Square has been redecorated and reopened on 1st November 2024. A former Shepherd Neame Pub, the Globe Inn dates back to the late 1600s and one of the oldest surviving buildings in the town. A sheltered smoking area is available at the rear of the pub together with a patio area which is a sun trap on suitable days.

    • Hope Inn 82 Stade Street Hythe CT21 6DA Telephone(01303) 267370

      Once famously the coaching house where Wellington stabled his horses during the construction of coastal defences built to repel Napoleon and his invading armies. This old pub's history can be traced back over 200 years, the name being linked to General Alexander Hope a local man who had a long and distinguished military career. Now a community pub with a separate noodle bar situated midway between Hythe town centre and the seafront. Reopened in March 2020 after extensive refurbishment. Now includes an open-plan kitchen offering Asian Street Food to eat in or take away.

    • Hythe Cricket & Squash Club The Grove Hythe CT21 6AX Telephone(01303) 267458
    • Kings Head 117 High Street Hythe CT21 5JJ Telephone(01303) 266283

      An old coaching inn it has a large single bar with a number of eating areas, an old kitchen range is a feature of the restaurant It is a low beamed inn with iron posts supporting the ceiling. It has been an inn since 1513 and was known as the George in 1584, the Sun by 1714 and then the King's Head. A pleasant friendly pub with a seperate games room and restaurant.

    • Martello Pub Dymchurch Road Hythe CT21 4NE Telephone(01303) 239466

      The Pub is part of Beach Bank Holiday Park with access from the A259, it has a warm and friendly easy going atmosphere. They offer an extensive choice of food and drinks in a traditional pub atmosphere. The restaurant comfortably seats 24 people, with an outside patio area for additional seating.

      They permanently sell 2 Gadds polly pins, kept in a fridge, so well kept but cold.

    • Potting Shed 160A High Street Hythe CT21 5JR Telephone07780 877226

      A former café that has been converted into a micro-alehouse retaining the original high service counter. At the Folkestone end of Hythe High Street, this alehouse serves an interesting range of ales from around the country. There is usually at least one local Kentish beer available, often from Hop Fuzz. A range of three ciders is also usually available from boxes kept in a fridge. Limited bar snacks are available. Small, convivial and welcoming, where chatter and laughter abound. A good place to enjoy a drink and interesting conversation after visiting the High Street.

    • Prince of Wales Dymchurch Road Hythe CT21 6PG Telephone(01303) 238131

      A friendly local pub that provides entertainment on Saturday evenings. Well behaved children are welcome until 7:30pm. Traditional roast Sunday lunchtimes and Bingo in the evenings (7-9 pm)

    • Red Lion Red Lion Square Hythe CT21 5AU Telephone(01303) 263900

      Called Three Mariners until 1801. A friendly old coaching inn with smuggling connections, spacious bar area with comfortable seating around a log stove. Good transport links, buses stop nearby and the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway is a 5min walk away. Good value home cooked food and restaurant meals from local sources whenever possible.

    • Sene Valley Golf Club 40 Blackhouse Hill Hythe CT18 8BL Telephone(01303) 268513

      Sene Valley golf Club is a down land course, with stunning views over the North Downs and across the English Channel. Visitors are welcome to visit for either the challenging course or just to enjoy the facilities, including the bar and restaurant. Sene Valley Golf Club also caters for Functions & Events, contact the manager for details.

    • Three Mariners 37 Windmill Street Hythe CT21 6BH Telephone(01303) 260406

      Hidden away in a side street not far from the Royal Military Canal, this traditional corner pub is well worth visiting and an ideal destination after a trip on the narrow gauge RH&DR. Friendly staff and local customers are always happy to have a chat with you, whilst you enjoy a pint of local or regional beers. With no food available, the pub attracts customers due to the excellent quality and selection of real ales and cider, these can be enjoyed in one of the two bars or the outside area that is partly heated. Unfortunately, due to a few unsupervised children misbehaving in the garden, those under 16 are no longer welcome. Updated opening hours from 31st January 2023 due to current economic climate.

    • White Hart 71 High Street Hythe CT21 5AJ Telephone(01303) 238304

      Reopened in 2010, this historic inn was already well established in 1684 (see map on wall). It provided hospitality for those preparing for both the threatened Napoleonic invasion and the D-Day landings. Notable features include an original fireplace, a restaurant in the back room and the courtyard. Board games are available. Usually one cask beer, which despite there being three hand pumps, is served on gravity from a cool room behind the bar.

  • Ivychurch
    • Bell Inn Ashford Road Ivychurch TN29 0AL Telephone(01797) 344355

      The Bell Inn is a pretty medieval 16th century free house situated adjacent to St George’s Church, in the centre of Romney Marsh. Under the previous ownership of Mark & Vanda, the real ales and beers won many awards, including CAMRA Branch Pub of the Year in 2010, 2011, 2013 and 2016, they were also a close runner up in 2012. During the colder months a wood burning stove adds to the comfortable pub and what can be nicer than good beer, good food, great surroundings and interesting conversation? The Bell Inn is well worth finding and is steeped in Marshland History as it was once the centre of the Romney Marsh Owlers (Smugglers).

  • Kennington
    • Conningbrook Hotel Canterbury Road Kennington TN24 9QR Telephone(01233) 636863

      Hotel with 29 appointed en-suite rooms and two function rooms. Ownership transferred from Shepherd Neame to RedCat Inns in November 2021.

    • Old Mill Mill Lane Kennington TN25 4DZ Telephone(01233) 661000

      The Old Mill (formerly The Golden Ball) is a Grade II listed building which dates back the early 19th century, re-opened early in 2012 after being substantially refurbished. There are 3 areas on 3 levels with bare brick walls and wooden floorboards. The ceiling in front of the bar is decorated with retro beer mats.

    • Rose Inn Faversham Road Kennington TN24 9AJ Telephone(01233) 623871

      This 150-year-old pub was originally a coaching inn that served the drovers along the Faversham road on the way to Ashford market. Recently refurbished with 2 bars and a 22-seater restaurant it serves homemade food and bar snacks. The restaurant also serves a function room for meetings, receptions, parties, wakes etc. A lovely suburban pub which caters for the passing trade close to Junction 9 on the M20 as well as the local community with comfortable bars. There are four TVs showing Sky and BT Sport, making it one of the best pubs in the Ashford area to watch the latest live action. There are also regular pub quizzes, karaoke and live music.

    • Stubbs 379 Canterbury Road Kennington TN25 4DU Telephone(01233) 666111

      Formerly the Croft Hotel this reopened in November 2021 as a restaurant and bar. Refurbished to a very high standard there is a separate bar, bistro, oyster bar and a large restaurant. All food is freshly prepared and there are plans to install a pizza oven in time for the summer.

  • Kingsnorth
    • Queens Head Ashford Road Kingsnorth TN23 3ED Telephone(01233) 620769

      TThe Queens Head, a warm and inviting eighteenth-century grade II listed pub in the village of Kingsnorth to the south of Ashford serving great food and a range of quality ales, two of which change at least weekly, wines, spirits, and soft drinks. The pub welcomes families, children, and dogs. This family run community pub runs a range of events including live music, quiz nights, and additional events which are listed on their website and social media. Closed on Mondays during the winter months.

  • Little Chart
    • Swan Inn Ashford Road Little Chart TN27 0QB Telephone(01233) 840011

      This historic Grade II listed 15th century inn still boasts the original coaching stables. It has a large riverside garden and extensive food offerings based upon local produce specialising in English cuisine. This multi-room community pub has Dering windows, heavy beams and an inglenook fireplace in the bar area. Board games are available for customers. Food is not always available so please check first and booking is advised.

  • Littlestone
    • Littlestone Warren Golf Club St Andrews Road Littlestone TN28 8RB Telephone(01797) 363355

      This championship rugged links course is located on the Romney Marsh coast. Established in 1888 it is open to visitors 7 days a week with the 19th hole open to everyone.

  • Lydd
    • Dolphin Inn 11 South Street Lydd TN29 9DQ Telephone(01797) 320259

      This pub, built in the eighteenth century is a welcoming, warm locals establishment on the edge of the Rype. The pub has been modernised over the years and supports a darts team, holds quiz and occasional live jam evenings. Petanque (Boules), is also played on the dedicated outside area. A separate comfortable room adjacent to the bar can be used to hold meetings and functions.

    • George Hotel 11 High Street Lydd TN29 9AJ Telephone(01797) 321710

      Built in 1620 The George Hotel has seen many activities during it's nearly 400 years, including use as a meeting point for famous smuggling gangs, keeping prisoners before trial, a staging post for the London Coaches, and of course as an inn and hotel A warm and friendly welcome is given to all visitors and good value food is available. A local artist Andy Holyer, displays his pictures mainly of Romney Marsh in the bar and dining room. Convenient for visiting Lydd (Cathedral of the Marsh) church which is the largest in England

    • Royal Oak Park Street Lydd TN29 9AX Telephone(01797) 320241

      Originally two cottages which were joined together and eventually extended. The pub consists of two large rooms, the main room features a long bar with tables and seating around the sides. The second room is furnished with a pool table, dartboard and there is room for musicians to perform. No under 18's allowed after 7.30pm. Collection of berets and wrist bands from military units that have been stationed nearby are displayed.

  • Lydd-on-Sea
    • Pilot Inn Battery Road Lydd-on-Sea TN29 9NJ Telephone(01797) 320314

      The Pilot sits within one of the most unique settings in the country, the shingle desert of Dungeness. The sea is a stone’s throw away and views extend to the White Cliffs and France.

      This busy family friendly pub is renowned for its fish and chips but also a wide range of other freshly-cooked dishes. National nature reserve, RSPB bird sanctuary Dungeness nuclear power station are nearby.

      Please note: Due to persistent abuse of our hospitality, the maximum stay in our car park is three hours, unless specifically agreed with The Pilot Management, all offenders will incur a £200 fine. The car park is monitored by 24 hour ANPR CCTV and all number plates are logged with number plate recognition. Parking monitoring and enforcement is managed by ANPR Parking Control.

  • Lyminge
    • Coach & Horses Church Road Lyminge CT18 8JA Telephone(01303) 901011

      Under new management since 2019 this friendly village pub, built in 1888, provides locally produced food and is situated in the older part of Lyminge near the 7th century church.

      Signposted from the main road it is well worth the diversion for excellent beer and a meal with budget offerings lunchtimes during the week.

      The rear patio offers a welcome space for alfresco relaxation.

      The pub hosts a quiz night on the last Wednesday of the month and live music last Saturday of the month.

  • Lympne
    • County Members Aldington Road Lympne CT21 4LH Telephone(01303) 264759

      A busy local pub opposite the WWII Battle of Britain aerodrome of Lympne and convenient for Port Lympne Safari Park, Wild Animal Reserve.

      Re-opened by the owners of the The Swan and Red Lion in Hythe in October 2023 after suddenly closing on 31/03/2023. Traditional pub food available. Three ales available. Harvey's Sussex Best, Youngs London Original, and a changing guest.

  • Mersham
    • Farriers Arms The Forstal Mersham TN25 6NU Telephone(01233) 720444

      This 400-year-old Grade II Listed Farriers Arms is a community owned pub that was brought back to life by the villagers in 2009. This beautiful village inn, complete with oak beams and open fireplaces, serves beers from the on-site brewery 5-barrel microbrewery. The Anvil restaurant offers both classic and creative dishes prepared from local produce and specialist function evening dinners, together with a varied wine list In late May, the pub holds an annual beer festival and many other events throughout the year including murder mysteries events. Every third Sunday the pub hosts a classic car rally and in November a fireworks spectacular in the adjacent meadow. Sunday evenings the pub hosts a quiz night

    • Mersham Sports Club Stone Green, Flood Street Mersham TN25 7HE
    • Royal Oak The Street Mersham TN25 6NA Telephone(01233) 502218

      Reopened on 5th November 2023 after a £150,000 revamp. The pub had sat empty since October 2020 after struggling to stay afloat through the first lockdown. Shepherd Neame put it up for sale and it was bought outright by Kim and Robert Garrett who have previously run several pubs. It serves pizzas, traditional pub grub and a Sunday carvery.

      A 16th century inn in the centre of the village with a large beer garden and the focal point of the village community. Originally built as a the gamekeeper's lodge part of the 'Manor of Hatch' it became an ale house in 1723 and was purchased by Shepherd Neame in 1893 and closed in 2020.

  • Monks Horton
    • Black Horse Fiddling Lane Monks Horton TN25 6AP Telephone(01303) 812182

      Run by an Italian family and located in the picturesque hamlet of Monks Horton, beneath the North Downs. The pub complements its surroundings perfectly, a picture postcard property that is the epitome of what a country pub should be offering Italian style food. The pub is popular with both locals and visitors and you will be assured of a warm welcome and an experience you'll want to repeat. One of the rare locations to find a bar billiards table.

      Monday evenings is pasta nights and discounted lunches on Wednesdays.

      Camper homes can be parked overnight by prior arrangement

  • New Romney
    • Broadacre B&B North Street New Romney TN28 8DR Telephone(01797) 362381

      A small family run comfortable 17th century 4 Star bed & breakfast with nine bedrooms situated in a quiet and convenient part of New Romney.

    • Captain Howey Hotel 1 Littlestone Road New Romney TN28 8LN Telephone07989 420877

      Built in the 19th Century at the New Romney terminus of the railway branch line from Ashford, then named The Station Hotel, serving the many weekend visitors to the Marsh and the prestigious Littlestone Golf Club. Littlestone was seen as a potential large resort in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries and was very popular with visitors from London and carriages would have been housed in the stables. The Captain Howey was saved from conversion to housing in 2023 by the owner of the Littlestone Hotel next door, he bought it so it would remain as a pub.

      The RHDR was built in the 1920s by Captain J.E.P. Howey, an eccentric millionaire whose first passion was motor racing but after his marriage he was persuaded by his wife to pursue the safer hobby of railways! The pub was named after him following his death in the 1960s. This railway is one of the longest steam operated miniature railways in the world – 14 miles between Hythe and Dungeness. New Romney is the main station containing many items of historic interest and it is one of the major tourist attractions in the South East of England

    • Cinque Ports Arms 1 High Street New Romney TN28 8BU Telephone(01797) 361894

      A cosy, friendly and welcoming 18th century public house with a wealth of oak beams located at the south end of the High Street, probably built on the foundations of an earlier building. Sympathetically refurbished by the new owners, this included opening up additional areas for family use, please note that children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the bar area. A new kitchen and dining area have been added and freshly prepared traditional pub lunches are available daily with Roast's on Sunday. Breakfasts are available every Saturday morning 9am - noon. In winter enjoy the cosy real fire, on warmer days, the enclosed beer garden and patio area at the rear of the pub are very popular. The Cinque Ports is about a 10 minute walk from the main bus stops in Station Road, where you can travel to/from Ashford, Folkestone, Dover, Rye, Hastings and beyond, in addition, it is also about 20 minutes’ walk from the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch light railway station. Check the pubs website or facebook page for dates of live music, beer festivals and other events.

    • Plough Inn Dymchurch Road New Romney TN28 8UF Telephone(01797) 363636

      Dean and Becky wish to welcome you to their new local venture. They recently bought The Plough outright and want to build on the already popular venue to make it the best family friendly pub in the area. A new children's room is being added where kids can play safely with the new play equipment.

      From classic British Sunday Roast to pub classics, our food is fresh, hot, and served everyday.

      This cosy pub was built around 1776 and may have served as a Turnpike House on the newly improved Rye to Dover road. It has a very large open fireplace as a main attraction in the bar area.

    • Ship Hotel 83 High Street New Romney TN28 8AZ Telephone(01797) 362776

      Situated in the middle of the Cinque Port Town of New Romney on the coast road between Folkestone and Hastings, the Ship was built mainly of ship timbers about 1492 and was used for smuggling contraband from across the channel. At the height of the coaching era The Ship was an established coach halt being situated on the main Rye to Dover route, and is mentioned as a compulsory stop in the timetable of 1802. More recently In the 20th century the cellar was also used as a public air-raid shelter in World War II. Friday evenings is disco evening and there is a lock-up facility for bicycles. Friday night Disco At the height of the coaching era of the mid to late eighteenth century, The Ship was an established coach halt being situated on the main Rye to Dover route, and is mentioned as a compulsory stop in the timetable of 1802. More recently In the 20th century the cellar was also used as a public air-raid shelter in World War II.

    • Smugglers' Alehouse 10 St Lawrence Court, High Street New Romney TN28 8BU Telephone07919 156336

      Please Note: The Smugglers' Alehouse accepts cash only. This micropub was awarded Branch Pub of the Year runner-up in 2017, it is in a former tattoo shop at the south end of the High Street. The Smugglers’ Alehouse has a mixture of high and low tables, where you can relax or join in with the varied conversations between customers and staff, or simply just sit and people watch. Well behaved dogs on leads are also welcome. In addition to the ever-changing real ales and ciders on offer, there is a selection of wines, spirits and Curious Brew from Chapel Down in Tenterden. Tea and coffee is usually available upon request, various snacks (including pickled eggs) are also usually available. The Smugglers’ is about a 10 minute walk from the main bus stops in Station Road, where you can travel to/from Ashford, Folkestone, Dover, Rye, Hastings and beyond, in addition, it is also about 20 minutes’ walk from the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch light railway station.

    • Warren Inn Dymchurch Road New Romney TN28 8UF Telephone(01797) 362090

      A roadside pub on the east side of New Romney which dates back to 1860 retains its Victorian interior. A cosy and welcoming pub with a log burning open fire and a spacious garden overlooking the fields that run down to the sea. A large garden provides with swings and a play house caters for the children. Boule and Bat and Trap are played in the summer months The Warren takes its name from the fenced area behind it, itself named after the Roman expression for an enclosure, Traditional Sunday lunches are very popular, several seating areas with one bar The building is said to be haunted by 'Old Sid' who committed suicide in an upstairs room.

  • Newenden
    • White Hart Rye Road Newenden TN18 5PN Telephone(01797) 252166

      Situated in the picturesque village of Newenden in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The White Hart free house oozes character and charm and a regular GBG entry serving the local community and surrounding area since the 16th Century. Seasonal and locally sourced ingredients wherever possible are employed in the homemade meals. At the bar you can expect an ever-changing selection of fine cask ales. The en-suite rooms provide the perfect base from which to explore the many tourist attractions in the area. Perhaps a nostalgic steam train journey through beautiful countryside with the Kent and East Sussex Railway, a visit to one of the many National Trust properties on our doorstep or a drive down to the coast Pub quizzes are held on the first Monday of the month, except on bank holidays.

  • Newington
  • Old Romney
    • Rose & Crown Swamp Road Old Romney TN29 9SQ Telephone(01797) 367500

      When first built, the property was two farm dwellings, and these two with ten others and the church of St. Clement formed the entire parish of Old Romney.

      In 1806, a licence was granted to sell ales from the premises, which at this date remained untitled, other than “a beer house of Old Romney”.

      In 1848 works were carried out and both dwelling made to form one. Upon completion of these works a full licence was granted for the house and it was registered as the “Rose and Crown” inn.

      After several year as a Whitbread house the pub has now become a free house overlooking the open countryside of Romney Marsh.

      The pub still retains two bars with the addition of a conservatory used as a restaurant and supports social evenings for local groups

  • Paddlesworth
    • Cat & Custard Pot Paddlesworth Lane Paddlesworth CT18 8AD Telephone(01303) 892205

      A friendly local pub located in a small hamlet situated on an ancient trackway, whose name derives from Saxon origins and means 'Paeddel's Enclosure'. This local public house was a regular for Battle of Britain pilots based at Hawkinge and is notable for its numerous name changes. Now known as the 'Cat and Custard', is has previously been the 'Red Lion', the 'Sprawling Cat', the 'Rampant Cat' and the ‘Romping Cat Pot' The interior is ordained with Battle of Britain photos and other items from pilots in the war and is well worth the drive through the lane or the walk from the Battle of Britain Museum in Hawkinge.

  • Pluckley
    • Black Horse The Street Pluckley TN27 0QS Telephone07508 374541

      This 14th century building was once the Bailiffs House for Sir Henry Dering's estate which was granted to him by King Charles II for his help in the civil war. the shape of the windows was degreed by Dering because he had escaped through one of this type when he was pursued by the roundheads. The pub stands in an outstanding position, for Pluckley is allegedly the most haunted village in England. 14 ghosts from the Civil War period appear regularly in the streets, churchyard and houses. The Black Horse itself is believed to be haunted by 4 ghosts of the Dering family. Featured in the "Darling buds of May" TV series. Re-opened 14th September 2024 after nearly a year of closure - more details to follow once surveyed. It is understood that cask ale has been re-introduced. Contact venue direct for precise food serving hours.

    • Dering Arms Station Road Pluckley TN27 0RR Telephone(01233) 840371

      Very close to Pluckley station, Pluckley was the home of Sir Edward Dering, 1st Baronet, MP for Hythe and the Member for Kent in The Long Parliament. The Dering Arms was originally built as a hunting lodge for the family's weekend guests and owned by the estate, built around the time of the coming of the railway line from London to the Kent coast in the 1840s. The inn has a lot of Dutch gables and mullioned, arched and leaded windows, some etched with the Dering family's coat of arms. It has thick stone walls, studded oak doors, stone floors and a blazing log fire in winter. In the 17th century the Cavalier Dering escaped the Roundheads through one of the windows. The Dering estate was sold in 1928 and the guesthouse/hunting lodge became a pub. If you pull back the right-hand hand pump in the left bar, you will see, very faintly, the date of 1931 stamped on the quadrant part of the mechanism. A nice little bit of tying history together. The chef utilises fresh local ingredients and specialises in award-winning seafood but there’s plenty of choice for non-seafood lovers and with enough warning is prepared to shop for the ingredients to create your special meal. During the autumn and winter months there are black-tie gourmet evenings which include a 7-course gourmet meal and a chance to dress up in your best for a delightful and memorable meal.

    • Rose & Crown Mundy Bois Road, Mundy Bois Pluckley TN27 0ST Telephone(01233) 840048

      Dating back to the 17th century with a tile-hung exterior, the Rose and Crown combines the warmth of a traditional Kentish country freehouse with a first-class restaurant. Situated off the beaten track between the villages of Pluckley, Egerton and Smarden, there are many good walks to be enjoyed nearby. The Rose and Crown lies in farmland in the heart of the Weald of Kent -- 'Darling Buds of May' country. The Village Bar is hop-entwined and has a welcoming fire; the saloon also features a log burner. The Rose and Crown actually sits directly on the parish borders of Egerton and Pluckley. The parish boundary actually splits the building leaving the bar in one parish and the toilets in the other. Pluckley has ghosts, or so the story goes ……..depending on who you talk to, the village and surrounding area has between 12 and 16 ghosts. The Guinness Book of Records which in 1989 named Pluckley the most haunted village in England, puts the figure at 12.

  • Rolvenden
    • Bull Inn 1 Regent Street Rolvenden TN17 4PB Telephone(01580) 241212

      Located in the heart of the Weald of Kent this 15th century Grade II listed free house pub is tastefully decorated providing a selection of local beers that can be consumed in the good ambiance providing the central bar The cosy restaurant provides traditional pub food which, where practicable, is sourced locally. The bar area can be divided to cater for functions. During Winter months there is a welcoming fire to warm travellers, locals and dog on cold evenings.

    • Star 30 High Street Rolvenden TN17 4LN Telephone(01580) 241369

      Friendly village pub that plays an important part within the local community and always offers Harveys beers. Good pub food is served lunchtimes and evenings, except Sunday evenings, please note that alcoholic drinks are only served from 11:00. There are picturesque views across the field to the mill from the garden. Families with children are welcome. Served by direct buses from Hastings, Ashford and Tunbridge Wells. A 10% discount is offered on cask beers to CAMRA card carrying members.

  • Rolvenden Layne
    • Ewe & Lamb 26 Maytham Road Rolvenden Layne TN17 4NP Telephone(01580) 241429

      This proper village pub re-opened on 29th March 2023 after a lengthy closure, four real ales are normally available. Situated one mile east of Rolvenden on the High Weald Landscape Trail, this is a friendly Inn to relax and enjoy real ale in. A patio area for drinking is in the front and a small courtyard at the rear. Dogs are welcome and there are some beautiful local walks in the area. If you come by train, the pub is a 30 minute walk from Wittersham Road Station on the Kent & East Sussex Railway, please note that some trains do not stop at this station.

  • Saltwood
    • Castle Hotel The Green Saltwood CT21 4AJ Telephone(01303) 266311

      A small hotel with a friendly bar and restaurant overlooking the Village Green which has been under new managership from August 2019 offering upto 4 cask beers from regional brewers and one from a local brewery. The nearby castle (not open to the public) was the home of Sir Ralph de Broc, the murderer of Thomas a Becket at Canterbury Cathedral. The pub is a convenient stopover for the Channel Tunnel and Dover for those who prefer to stay in a small licensed venue as opposed to the national chains. These are the core hours, but we will open earlier and/or later for sports events or special occasions, please enquire at the bar.

    • Saltwood Social Club School Road Saltwood CT21 4PP Telephone(01303) 266487

      A members' club, with basic facilities with full sized billiards table in a separate room. Small bar counter with 2 handpumps, currently unused. Outside drinking patio area.

  • Sandgate
    • Docker Bar 96 Sandgate High Street Sandgate CT20 3BY

      Taproom of the Docker Brewery which opened on Tuesday 18 July 2023. It has taken over the premises from the Inn Doors Micropub.

      The Docker Bar has been thoroughly remodelled and there is a line of taps dispensing Docker keg beers. The availability of cask beer is sporadic.

    • Earl of Clarendon Brewers Hill Sandgate CT20 3DH Telephone(01303) 248684

      This ex-Mackeson, Whitbread and Shepherd Neame free house was originally built as a hotel and provided refreshment to troops as it is on a path between Shorncliffe Camp and the sea. Outdoor tables overlook the sea. The pub has continuously changing beers from all over Britain, usually including at last one local beer. Live music occasionally during the summer, tasty home-made food every day, bar billiards and third pint glasses are available, also football, cricket, and snooker on satellite TV. Note that that the minimum card payment is £10.

    • Famous Ship Inn 65 Sandgate High Street Sandgate CT20 3AH Telephone(01303) 905365

      This narrow corner pub extends from the High Street to the beach. The middle part was the alehouse in 1798. The restaurant with sea views and upstairs deck for drinkers were added in 2010. Nautical maps and pictures featured on the walls reflect the previous landlord's interests. Highlights are the paintings of Rorkes Drift and the battle of Isandlwana.

      L&B Restaurant Co purchased in September 2023 from Stewart and Wendy who ran the pub for 38 years.

    • Folkestone Rowing Club Granville Parade Sandgate CT20 3AN Telephone(01303) 248226

      Private Members club with 10 or 11 Open Days each year (including beer festivals). On other days, CAMRA Members can be signed in. House beer (4.1%) celebrates 160 years of the club and is brewed by Caledonian. Winter hours may vary.

    • Gees Bar at Royal Norfolk Hotel 7 Sandgate High Street Sandgate CT20 3BD Telephone(01303) 248262

      An independent hotel. Disabled access through hotel. At the back is one of Henry VIII's castles, converted into a Martello tower in the early 19th century.

  • Seabrook
    • Fountain 171 Seabrook Road Seabrook CT21 5RT Telephone(01303) 470495

      Built in 1888 on the site of a previous pub and undergoing refurbishment . Open all day, food is served lunchtimes and evenings, except Monday, with many customers eating out in the large garden in the summer months. Old fashioned pub grub cooked by the landlady with locally sourced meat, veg and fruit. There is also a free barbeque for parties by prior arrangement. The large bar is light and airy, with the pool table and sports tv at one end and dining tables at the other. Comfortable atmosphere for a beer and a chat.

  • Sellindge
    • Dukes Head Main Road Sellindge TN25 6EG Telephone(01303) 812131

      A local community pub tastefully refurbished on the main road in the centre of the village with a large conservatory used for dining and a children's play area in the garden Traditional food is served alongside the pubs extensive snack menu and unique specials board. Occasional live music nights, karaoke nights and quiz nights are held.

    • Sellindge Sports & Social Club 69 Swan Lane Sellindge TN25 6HB Telephone(01303) 812437

      Sellindge Sports & Social Club is a lively and friendly club that hosts a wide range of Sports clubs including Junior and Senior Football, Tennis and Bowls clubs All visitors are welcome to our Club which has a relaxed bar offering good quality food, with TV, in a comfortable, modern setting. There’s a Sunday Roast and an evening menu on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights . The Clubhouse has a pool table, darts board and offers Whist, Bingo and Craft Club, and a dedicated Youth area, ideal for all ages with Xbox, Wii, PlayStation and toys, books, jigsaws to entertain our young members. A large Function Room, is available for hire, holding around 250 people with full and flexible catering.

  • Sevington
    • French Connection Hall Avenue, Orbital Retail Park Sevington TN24 0GA Telephone(01233) 500755

      Modern, purpose built, family and food oriented pub, part of Whitbread's Table Table group, adjoining The Premier Inn. Opens at 06:30 for breakfasts weekdays and 07:00 weekends.

  • Shadoxhurst
    • Kings Head Woodchurch Road Shadoxhurst TN26 1LQ Telephone(01233) 732243

      The parish of Shadoxhurst dates back 700 years with a parish church with lancet windows of the 13th century. The many footpaths and woods around the area offer plenty of interesting walks. The building dates back in part to 1580 and retains some fine architectural features, notably the old porch with the family crest of the original owners.

      The Kings Head is a deceptively spacious typical country pub with an olde world charm, which caters for the local community as well as visitors with its comfortable bars and superb restaurant.

      With the assistance of “Pub is the Hub” the outbuildings were converted in 2021 into a farm shop providing local produce and Community Café with a patio area for al fresco drinking.

  • Singleton
    • Singleton Barn Hoxton Close Singleton TN23 4TY Telephone(01233) 629379

      A pub conversion from a 17th century (circa 1631) timber framed aisle tithe barn. There is a large deck and seating area to the rear. The pub hosts ladies darts on Tuesdays, Petanque on Wednesdays, and pool on Thursdays. with conference facilities for upto 40 delegates. OAP lunches are available on Mondays and Tuesdays.

  • Smarden
    • Chequers Inn The Street Smarden TN27 8QA Telephone(01233) 770217

      The building has been the village inn since 1450 and is set in a street of well-preserved 15th century buildings. It was at one point the rendezvous for local smugglers and is said to possess the ghost of a Napoleonic prisoner of war. The Chequers is a white painted, two story inn with dormer windows and a bowed window on the ground floor and several bars with timber beams and horse brasses. Situated in the middle of several picturesque local walks, The Chequers is also ideally located for visiting nearby places of interest such as Leeds Castle, Historic Canterbury, Sissinghurst Gardens.

    • Flying Horse Cage Lane Smarden TN27 8QD Telephone(01233) 770432

      This charming pub is set in the picturesque village of Smarden. With a roaring log fire in the winter and a patio garden to the front for those warmer days. . The Flying Horse is said to be named 'flyer' after the now defunct race course opposite which closed in 1863. It is set just in front of St. Michael's church of the Archangel, which is 800 years old and nicknamed the barn of Kent, because of its unusually broad scissor-beamed roof, unsupported by pillars.

  • Smeeth
    • Dog House Pub Evegate Business Park, Station Road Smeeth TN25 6SX Telephone07340 985064

      This pub/restaurant with recently extended dining area is on the Evegate Business Park signposted from the A20 and offers an ever-changing selection of Kentish ales, ciders, and spirits. There is a small patio area that provides space for smokers and outdoor covered and heated seating area. The kitchen is open lunchtimes and Thursday to Saturday evenings serving honest, home cooked food, locally sourced wherever possible. The pizzas (available Friday and Saturday evenings only) are prepared in house using flour milled by one of our regulars at the local Willesborough Windmill. Families and dogs are welcome in this old vets’ dogs convalescing barn. There are live musicians to entertain you most weekends, including our ever-popular Sunday afternoons. Most musicians are locally, Kent based, playing a selection of folk, blues, and acoustic music. Every month there are Open Mic Nights (second Thursday), a Charity Quiz Nights in aid of The Bloomers Trust (fourth Thursday) and the Hazzard Classic Car Breakfast Meeting (first Sunday). CAMRA local branch Pub of the Year 2024.

    • Woolpack Inn Church Road Smeeth TN25 6RX Telephone(01303) 814095

      Built in 1932 this pub replaced a much older building in anticipation of the main Ashford to Folkestone road being built through Smeeth. This did not happen and the 2 roomed pub provides a pleasant village social amenity offering wholesome meals and snacks. Crazy Golf is played on part of the garden and there is a separate children’s play area An annual beer festival is held in August.

  • Snargate
    • Red Lion Snargate TN29 9UQ Telephone(01797) 344648

      Superb, unspoilt, multi-room 16th century smugglers' pub which has been in the same family for over 100 years and a continuous GBG entry for over 40 years. The pub passed to the next generation in April 2016 but is still universally known as Doris's. Decorated with posters from the 1940s and the Women's Land Army, it has a nationally important historic pub interior. It is on the road which separates Walland Marsh from Romney Marsh between Brenzett and Appledore. Although ancient hand pumps adorn the marble topped bar counter, these are not in use and all ales and cider are served on direct gravity dispense from casks behind the bar. Food is limited to basic bar snacks. A beer festival is held in June over the nearest weekend to the Summer Solstice with a mini festival in October around Halloween. Cash and card payment accepted here.

  • South Willesborough
    • Albion Albion Place South Willesborough TN24 0BU Telephone(01233) 622795

      Recently refurbish locals pub with a large garden serving no nonsence pub grub

  • St Mary in the Marsh
    • Star Inn St Mary in the Marsh TN29 0BX Telephone(01797) 740141

      Reopened on 23 March 2024 after refurbishment. This warm traditional pub located in the middle of Romney Marsh is well worth a visit, especially in the summer months when you can enjoy the view from the large garden of St Mary the Virgin church opposite where Edith Nesbit author of The Railway Children is buried in the graveyard. During the winter months, there is an open fire to accompany the excellent beer and good food. The Star was built in the reign of Edward IV and Noel Coward used to live in an adjacent cottage, where it is said he wrote his first books and learnt music from the choir mistress.

  • St Mary's Bay
    • Bailiffs Sergeant 30 Jefferstone Lane St Mary's Bay TN29 0SA Telephone(01303) 875038

      The Bailiffs Sergeant is a friendly, community spirited pub in the seaside village of St. Mary's Bay and is the hub of the community as it provides not only hospitality, but also post office and cashpoint services. If you are visiting the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, the pub is only a stone's throw away from the station. The Bailiffs Sergeant offers plenty of entertainment - at least once a fortnight there is either live music in a variety of genres or a very popular karaoke night. There are darts, pool, cards and board games too for day to day entertainment while a real fire and large garden to add to the comfortable ambience. The whole pub, and garden, is available to hire as a venue for private functions, and the licensee provides a well-used catering and outside bar service for other private events.

  • St Michaels
    • Crown Ashford Road St Michaels TN30 6DJ Telephone(01580) 762227

      The Crown is a community friendly village pub which shows all live sports. We offer a great choice of drinks at reasonable prices as the Crown is a free house. There is a large secure garden which is child and dog friendly. Buses to and from Ashford and Maidstone stop directly outside the pub. See you soon!

    • Fat Ox Ashford Road St Michaels TN30 6BT Telephone(01580) 766033

      A pretty Kentish weather boarded inn dating back to the late 18th century is a very friendly family run pub, conveniently situated on the A28 between Ashford and Tenterden Inside is cosy with its log fire in the inglenook fireplace, and outside is a large garden, ideal for families .

    • Hop House McCanns Brewery Ltd, Haffenden Farm, Bugglesden Road St Michaels TN30 6TG Telephone(01303) 760957

      The McCanns Brewery Tap Room moved its operation from Caple-le-Ferne and is now located at Haffenden Farm, the home of Hukins Hops - https://www.hukins-hops.co.uk. Twenty taps on the back wall and four handpumps on the bar serve a range of McCanns, guest beers and cider. A restaurant is now open and hand stretched sourdough pizzas are available from the outdoor ovens. Brewery tours are available.

  • Stanford North
    • Drum Inn Stone Street Stanford North TN25 6DN Telephone(01303) 812125

      This friendly 17th century coaching inn was on the Roman Road from Lympne to Canterbury and is now bypassed by the B2068, it was used as a watch tower by the Revenue men during the smuggling days of 18th century. An onsite caravan park makes the pub ideal for stopping over when travelling to and from France. Wholesome food is served daily and there is a pleasant relaxing patio and garden when weather permits. Roasts are available on Sunday's as well as menu options. The pub hosts a folk evening every Thursday evening and other live music on some other evenings. Tuesday evening is a classic bike evening, Folk music is played every Thursday evening and live bands play on the last Friday of the month.

  • Stone in Oxney
    • Ferry Inn Appledore Road Stone in Oxney TN30 7JY Telephone(01233) 758246

      This 17th century brick and peg tile Inn and associated cottages are under a strict preservation order. Set in rural countryside on the Saxon Shore Way beside a river, which, centuries ago was over 200 yards wide. It was from the pub that a ferry once operated to Appledore. The Ferry also had a long association with smuggling operations and during the Napoleonic Wars troops were billeted here. May close early on Winter evenings if quiet.

  • Stowting
    • Tiger Inn Stowting TN25 6BA Telephone(01303) 862130

      Originally called the Anchor and renamed the Tiger in 1985,reopened in May 2021 after major internal improvements. Situated in the scattered hamlet of Stowting off the B2068, the pub which nestles in some beautiful countryside at the foot of the North Downs. The pub has upmarket and contemporary decor yet has splendidly retained a cosy and traditional feel. Parts of the inn date back to the 16th century and it still displays the “Mackeson of Hythe Ales" on its frontage, this being one of the first pubs that the Mackeson Brothers purchased.

  • Tenterden
    • Old Dairy Tap Room Tenterden Station Yard, Station Road Tenterden TN30 6HE Telephone(01580) 456007

      Main bar is in the old taproom but there is a door to the right that takes you into a large area with extra seating and another bar. Three hand pumps two of which are Old Dairy (still being brewed off-site by their former brewer) in addition there is also a range of local ciders from Nightingale, Gin from Anno, local Wines, Whiskey, Vodka, soft drinks as well as a variety of teas and coffees. The brewery shop is also open for the sale of bottles and 2 pint take-outs, Monday – Thursday: 11:00 – 17:00
      Friday: 11:00 – 17:00
      Saturday: 11:00 – 22:00
      Sunday: 12:00 – 16:00

      Various Food Trucks visit Friday and Saturday.

    • Print House 11 West Cross Tenterden TN30 6JR Telephone(01580) 231103

      Formerly owned by Shepherd Neame and sold in 2022, now renamed The Print House (a nod to its former name William Caxton). All of the old Caxton's interior has been swept away with the new bar at the far left hand side of the building. The Harvey's hand pump is located on the left hand wall behind the bar so is not readily apparent when you enter. It has a new modern interior with an emphasis on food. It still retains the old inglenook fireplace and oak beams. It has selection of craft beers and lagers plus draught Harvey's Best and an extensive menu of spirits and wines. Breakfasts are served daily and afternoon teas from 3-5pm. The new owners hope to have letting rooms available upstairs soon.

    • Tenterden Club Church Road Tenterden TN30 6AT Telephone(01580) 762888

      On entry the bar is to the left and on the right are 2 pool tables. There is a function room upstairs that is for hire to anyone and that holds 200 people.

    • Tenterden Cricket Club Morghew Park, Smallhythe Road Tenterden TN30 7LX
    • Tenterden Golf Club Woodchurch Road Tenterden TN30 7DR Telephone(01580) 763987

      The golf club is open to non members.

    • This Ancient Boro' 3 East Cross Tenterden TN30 6AD Telephone(01580) 388815

      Reopened in July 2018 as an Ale House & Tapas Bar, This Ancient Boro’ was previously known as the Honeymoon Chinese Restaurant. Up until 1968, the site had, for many years, been a Whitbread public house and known as This Ancient Boro’, therefore, having acquired the site in May 2018, it seemed only right that it should return to its former name. The pub is a hybrid of the original This Ancient Boro’ itself and that of a micropub, it has the appeal of the micropub idea, no live music, no gaming machines and a preference for prolonged telephone calls to be taken outside. Food is available all day in the form of Tapas, Bocadillos are available until 5pm, on Sundays traditional roast dinners are available. There are a variety of ales and styles of beer (such as porters, stouts and milds along with various bitters) all sold by gravity dispense from cooled casks on stillage in the bar area, ciders are served from a fridge. They feature a wide range of gins, with Anno from Marden in Kent supplying the house gin and house vodka. The wine list includes a selection of Spanish wines to complement the various home cooked tapas, also available are local wines from Gusbourne Vineyard based in Appledore, Kent. CAMRA Branch Pub of the Year 2020, 2023 and runner up in 2022.

    • Vine Inn 76 High Street Tenterden TN30 6AU Telephone(01580) 762718

      Modernised Shepherd Neame flagship town centre pub. Built in the 19th century it was an old brewery 'Obadiah Edwards' until 1922 when Shepherd Neame bought it. There is almost nothing remaining of the old Vine. Facilities are very good, with all customers well catered for. Large open plan area separated into different areas, with a seperate restaurant and pleasant outdoor patio/garden.

    • White Lion Hotel 57 High Street Tenterden TN30 6BD Telephone(01580) 765077

      A 16th century coaching inn with an elegant frontage, pillared porch, bowed and dormer windows and the original coaching entrance. It was built facing the wide tree lined High Street that includes many historic buildings and is convenient for the Kent and East Sussex Railway. Inside there are aged ship timbers, inglenook fireplaces and local memorabilia.

    • Woolpack Hotel 26 High Street Tenterden TN30 6AP Telephone(01580) 388501

      This early 15th century old coaching inn was originally the mayor's parlour and the magistrates' court met here in this red tiled building. In the meantime smugglers were sitting in the back room for their trading. The pub name refers to the business that brought so much prosperity to this part of Kent. Excellent bar and restaurant food is available from the landlord's local farm, it is a good place to stay for a short break in Tenterden. Quiz evenings alternate Mondays.

  • Warehorne
    • Woolpack Inn Church Lane Warehorne TN26 2LL Telephone(01233) 732900

      Reopened under new owners and refurbished, this 16th century house is set in the heart of this rural and quiet village opposite the church. It was originally a smugglers inn, the interior contains two staircases and a hoard of trap doors connecting rooms and attic spaces. These were obviously used by smugglers escaping from the Revenue men in previous days. The interior is low ceiling with lots of atmosphere and a large patio area at the front overlooking the church and open fields. Meals are prepared from fresh produce from Romney Marsh and the local area. Changing draught beers are from Kentish breweries along with local ciders from the surrounding orchards. Wines are also from local vineyards.

  • West Hythe
    • Botolphs Bridge Inn Botolphs Bridge Road West Hythe CT21 4NL Telephone(01303) 267346

      One of the few remaining pubs on Romney Marsh, this rural pub is reportedly named after the 7th century monk St Botolph whose remains are rumored to be nearby. Food is prepared and cooked on the premises from locally sourced products. Close to the Royal Military Canal, it is a welcome refreshment stop for walkers and cyclists and also convenient for the nearby caravan site.

      Sunday Breakfast Club also offered 09:30 - 12:00

    • Unit 1 Riverside Industrial Estate West Hythe CT21 4NB Telephone(01303) 265000

      Originally owned by the Hop Fuzz brewery tap and located conveniently adjacent to the Royal Military Canal at the base of Lympne Hill. The tap wall has an impressive range of local beer. There are usually two live ales from Hop Fuzz beers, and another from Romney Marsh. Onsite brewery Docker has two craft keg. Kent Cider is served. A keg house ale and a lager are brewed by Hop Fuzz. Kombacher, a German-imported lager is also served. In addition to speciality spirits, a limited selection of wines, soft drinks and coffee are available. Food is available each day during the times shown. Thursday pizza is available. An ideal destination for those who walk along the canal footpath or visiting Stutfall Castle, the remains of a Roman fort when West Hythe was a Roman Harbour. There is an open patio area which on a fine day is an ideal place to relax before returning home.

  • Westwell
    • Wheel Inn The Street Westwell TN25 4LQ Telephone(01233) 713197

      Set in rolling countryside and located in a quiet rural village this 250 year old inn was an ale house before that. Named after the wheel on which St Catherine was martyred in the third century. This pub is an ideal base for walking and provides good home cooking. Just 2 miles away from Hothfield Common that is now a nature reserve with mosses. dragonflies, orchids and other fauna and flora. Re-opened in early October 2024 after more than two years of closure. No children allowed under the age of 14.

  • Willesborough
    • Blacksmiths Arms 84 The Street Willesborough TN24 0NA Telephone(01233) 623975

      This 18th century Grade II listed family friendly pub is on the outskirts of Ashford and just off Junction 10 of the M20 offering a broad range of cask ales, wines and has a changing food menu. There is a large terraced garden and children's play area, which provides a welcome break for those travelling to the Continent. A footpath on the east side of the pub leads to the William Harvey Hospital.

    • Boys Hall Boys Hall Road Willesborough TN24 0LA Telephone(01233) 427727

      Beautiful 17th century, family owned country manor in Kent. Being restored into restaurant, rooms & gardens. Opened 7th September 2022. Built in 1632 by Thomas Boys, Boys Hall is situated in the heart of the garden of England. This stunning grade II Jacobean manor is full of character, open fires and original features.

    • Hooden Smokehouse & Cellar 24 Silver Hill Road Willesborough TN24 0NY Telephone(01233) 510338

      Originally built in 1649 as a coaching inn the building still maintains flagstone floors and oak beams. This is a friendly pub offers a range of cask ales with food majoring on a wide range of dishes . Children's portions are available. The pub supports a golf society and a Bat and Trap is played every Friday evening during May. Beer Festivals are held in May and August. The garden also has a small zoo to entertain the children.

    • New Fox 278 Hythe Road Willesborough TN24 0QR Telephone(01233) 647349

      Re-opening under new management on 12 April 2021 and refurbished. Large garden to the side with pergola and bench seating. Smoking area to the rear with a marquee used for events. Lunchtime and evening meals serves as well as Sunday lunch.

      The pub hosts a Darts team in the Ashford Wednesday League.

      Live music every Saturday night. Two hand pumps serving Fuller's London Pride permanently with one other guest ale.

    • William Harvey Church Road Willesborough TN24 0JG Telephone(01233) 632887

      A traditional, Grade II listed, family oriented well established pub with friendly environment. The pub is named after William Harvey who discovered the circulation of blood, and once lived here, hence the local hospital also being named after him, but the pub came first.

  • Wittersham
    • Swan 1 Swan Street Wittersham TN30 7PH Telephone(01797) 344444

      The Swan re-opened on the evening of Friday 10 June 2022 after a lengthy period of closure including a long running "Save the Swan" local campaign.

    • Wittersham General Sports Club Poplar Road Wittersham TN30 7PD Telephone(01797) 270487

      Family friendly and comfortable club bar with one well kept local ale. The club house was re-built and opened in January 1995 after a fire. Overlooks the sports and local fields with outside seating to enloy your drink. Tea and coffee available and biscuits for dogs.

      Supports varied sports including cricket and football and has many trophies on display.

      Occasional visitors and CAMRA members welcomed who can be signed in to the club.

  • Woodchurch
    • Bonny Cravat Bethersden Road Woodchurch TN26 3QQ Telephone(01233) 860345

      The Bonny Cravat is a lovely country pub, which caters for the touring trade as well as the local community. Comfortable bars where a range of Shepherd Neame's fine ales are available. A superb restaurant serving fine food, bar food is also available. Attractive beer garden, and a games bar with pool table.

    • Six Bells Bethersden Road Woodchurch TN26 3QQ Telephone(01233) 860246

      Near to the village green a big wisteria drapes the front, a most obliging tree which flowers once in the spring and again in the summer. There are tables and chairs outside to enjoy it from. The middle part of the house is old, with exposed beams. Below are some cellars, not all of which would have be easy for a Revenue man to spot. The last battle between George Ransley’s gang and the dragoons was fought on the green. He and 13 others were sentenced to death at Maidstone Assizes which was later reduced to deportation for life.

  • Wye
    • New Flying Horse Upper Bridge Street Wye TN25 5AN Telephone(01233) 812297

      This sympathetically refurbished 17th century posting house with oak beams and gleaming brasses includes open fires and comfortable furnishings make this a family pub for food and drink. The quiet relaxing garden is based upon Julian Dowle's award-winning 2005 Chelsea Flower Show garden, entitled 'A Soldiers Dream of Blighty' and provides a suitable area for children. The pub serves breakfast from 8 to 10am with main meals and snacks available from noon until 9pm all week and Lunch on Sundays .

    • Sawyers 169 Bridge Street Wye TN25 5DP Telephone07747 632214

      Reopened 5th April 2019 under new ownership and after complete revamp. "Not a micropub, but a proper pub" (Owner). Up to four real ales sold on gravity dispense, from Kent breweries, plus a range of real ciders, wines and spirits. The outside roadside seating may be used until 8pm. A half pint price mark-up applies on draught beer and cider.

    • Tickled Trout Bridge Street Wye TN25 5EB Telephone(01233) 812227

      This listed building dating from about 1650 when it was used as a tannery. Barges on the River Stour transported the cured skins to the ports. It became an inn during Victorian era but closed in the 1970's. Since then the pub has been smartly refurbished and has aquired its name from a tributary trout stream of the River Stour. Substantial garden for outside drinking. Breakfast is served from 9am, but no alcohol served until 11am. The conservatory can be used for meetings, receptions etc.. Curry and quiz nights held on 1st Wednesday of the month and live music played between 5 - 7pm Sunday evenings.