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Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Pub Guide

Branch area pubs selling real ale

  • Badlesmere
    • Red Lion Ashford Road Badlesmere ME13 0NX Telephone(01233) 740309

      Free house dating from 1546 with exposed timbers and low ceilings. Popular with walkers; dog and family friendly. The large garden is a popular in summer. Bus 666 between Ashford and Faversham runs hourly, Monday to Friday; every two hours on Saturdays, but not evenings or Sundays. Guest beers available, often including a small Kent brewery e.g. Wantsum, Tonbridge & Ramsgate.

  • Borden
    • Maypole The Street Borden ME9 8JN Telephone(01795) 424253

      The Maypole is an 18th Century free house located in the quiet and historic Borden village, close to Sittingbourne. It has a very cosy front bar with a wood-burning stove and a separate, larger, bar with comfy sofas and a dining area. The large garden also has a children's play area. The Maypole hosts a regular pub quiz on Wednesdays and a curry night on Tuesdays. A recent visit on 11 June 2018 found Doom Bar, Sharps Special, London Pride and a football named beer from Otter. Bus 8 serves Borden very infrequently.

    • Tudor Rose Chestnut Street Borden ME9 8BT Telephone(01795) 842575

      A Large roadside pub with a restaurant dating back to 1750, located close to the A249. The Tudor Rose has a separate bar and is well known for its food. A food orientated pub, the carvery is particularly popular and is served all day Wednesday to Sunday. Three Shepherd Neame ales are offered including those from the seasonal range. Parking either in the well sized car park or on the roadside.

  • Boughton-under-Blean
    • Queens Head 111 The Street Boughton-under-Blean ME13 9BH Telephone(01227) 751369

      The Queens Head was built in 1590 and is a Shepherd Neame country pub / restaurant. An extensive menu is served. The pub has a real fire, large beer garden and welcomes families and pets.

    • White Horse 246 The Street Boughton-under-Blean ME13 9AL Telephone(01227) 752046

      The White Horse is an old Grade II listed coaching inn owned by Shepherd Neame. Re-opened on 13th May 2022 after a long closure for a total refurbishment and relaunch under new operators and described as boutique hotel, restaurant and bar. Inside, there is a cocktail bar and separate restaurant, 13 en-suite rooms, including the Nightingale Suite on the top floor, and a fully accessible room on the ground floor which is also available for visitors who want to bring their dogs. Also opens for breakfasts - see pub's website for comprehensive details. 3 handpumps. Located in the village of Boughton off the main road from Canterbury to Faversham. it is also close to Mount Ephraim Gardens. Local buses stop nearby the pub.

  • Bredgar
    • Sun The Street Bredgar ME9 8EY Telephone(01622) 884221

      This has been a village hostelry since the early 1700s. Recently refurbished it has a sizeable front bar with a long bar separating it from the large 'Old Barn' restaurant to the rear. The front bar has a real fire. A mixture of local plus passing trade is found at The Sun. Tastefully in keeping with its surroundings the pub is food led but does offer a fair choice of cask beers. Pub quiz first Wednesday of month and music nights planned monthly.

  • Charing
    • Bowl Inn Egg Hill Road Charing TN27 0HG Telephone(01233) 712256

      A 16th-century free house located on top of the North Downs in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Enjoy the refurbished sun terrace in the Summer or warm yourself by the large open fire during colder times. No permanent beers are served but a fine selection of local beers are always available. The real ales are some of the award winning in the county which are all hand pumped and served in a straight glass for you to enjoy. Opening hours in winter may vary. Breakfast is served Wednesday to Sunday between 8 and 10.30 am

  • Dargate
    • Dove Inn Plum Pudding Lane Dargate ME13 9HB Telephone(01227) 751085

      An 18th Century pub located in a picturesque setting not far from the Thanet Way. The Dove has a large garden. Refurbished and reopened under new management in August 2018.

  • Doddington
    • Chequers Inn The Street Doddington ME9 0BG Telephone(01795) 886366

      This listed coaching inn has oak timbers, mullion windows and an inglenook fireplace. It is also reported to have two resident ghosts – a Cavalier from the English Civil War and a ghoul with a passion for the piano. The Chequers is at the centre of village life and provides a full Post Office service every Tuesday between 1pm and 3pm. It also hosts regular live music events. Regular events are held and up to three ales are available during the summer.

  • Eastchurch
    • Coppice Fourth Avenue Eastchurch ME12 4EW Telephone(01795) 881059

      A remote country pub situated within an extensive static caravan site that is now selling at least two real ales. The Coppice has a large garden, real fire and serves bottled real ale. Food is also served.

    • Walnut Tree Warden Road Eastchurch ME12 4HA Telephone(01795) 880318

      Popular with holidaymakers generally, this pub was originally part of a larger unit that has been divided into two individual smaller public houses. This part renamed the Walnut Tree in May 2018. Parking has been provided to the front of the premises. Inside, the owners have tried to recreate the feel of an old traditional style drinking house and have added an open fireplace in one corner. One handpump, reasonable food range served and a choice of keg lager/Guinness. Music along with a couple of amusement machines are also available.

    • Wheatsheaf Inn Warden Road Eastchurch ME12 4HA Telephone(01795) 485825

      This pub was originally part of a larger unit that has now been divided into two individual smaller public houses. The other half is now called the Walnut Tree. Thursday to Sunday closing times are advertised as "until late".

  • Eastling
    • Carpenters Arms The Street Eastling ME13 0AZ Telephone(01795) 890234

      The Carpenters Arms is a 14th century pub in the rural village of Eastling. It boasts two huge inglenook fireplaces and a patio area for warmer days. Home cooked meals and light snacks are available and two Shepherd Neame beers are on handpump. Families and dogs are welcome and there are many good walks in the area. Nearby is an ancient yew tree (in the Church Yard).

  • Faversham
    • Albion Front Brents Faversham ME13 7DH Telephone(01795) 591411

      Welcoming pub in picturesque setting by Faversham Creek.

      Freshly made cocktails are delightful otherwise the emphasis is mainly on food, with the serving of Mexican and British cuisine at the forefront.

    • Anchor 52 Abbey Street Faversham ME13 7BP Telephone(01795) 536471

      Traditional oak-beamed building over 300 years old and close to Faversham Creek quayside and boat moorings. The walls are adorned with a wealth of nautical memorabilia and there are many original features, including an open fireplace. The pub serves many of Shepherd Neame's regular and seasonal ales. A large garden. The pub is popular with locals, walkers and tourists. Live music Sunday evenings. Most recently re-opened on 16th November 2023, under new management so food times and menus are being developed.

    • Bear Inn 3 Market Place Faversham ME13 7AG Telephone(01795) 532668

      Located centrally on the historic market square, this quaint but attractive pub dates from the 16th century. Inside is appealing, with a series of small cosy snugs running the length of the building. There is some seating outside the front of the Bear. The menu features good wholesome food and is popular with regulars and visitors. A general knowledge quiz is held on the last Monday of the month. The pub usually stocks the Sheps seasonal ale as well as occasional guest beers from other breweries.

    • Bull Inn 1 Tanners Street Faversham ME13 7JL Telephone(01795) 534740

      Built in 1409, the Bull is a traditional oak beamed two bar public house in a slightly elevated position at the end of the historic West Street. The pub serves Shepherd Neame Master Brew Bitter and occasionally other beers from the brewery range. Two bars, main has a very popular Pool table. Hosts live music. Live Sport on TV with two screens in main bar.

    • Creeker's Tap 37 Preston Street Faversham ME13 8PE

      Opened in late 2016, following the micropub concept; converted from a former glazing shop. Name changed from Corner Tap to Creeker's Tap during Covid-19 enforced closure period in September 2020. Two rooms with some very solid and comfortable furniture, and a lounge type area with a Chesterfield and armchairs in the room at the rear. Air conditioning within. Large number of keg beers with the later introduction of two cask ales in late 2022, following the installation of 2 handpumps.

    • Elephant 31 The Mall Faversham ME13 8JN Telephone(01795) 590157

      Close to Faversham railway station; two-roomed traditional pub with a function room at the back which has been the subject of some serious renovation and tastefully extended. The Landlord, a former member of the 'Senior Service' hence the numerous wall pictures, prides himself on serving a range of real ale; occasionally including a beer allowed to mature in the cellar. The pub has received numerous CAMRA awards consistently over the years. The Elephant hosts local clubs and occasional live music. A walled garden at the back and a log fire mean this is a good pub to visit at any time of the year. Fine hanging Pub Sign now after many years restored to its rightful place. Local CAMRA branch Pub of the Year 2023.

    • Furlongs Ale House 6A Preston Street Faversham ME13 8NS Telephone07747 776200

      Air-conditioned Ale House based on the micropub concept which opened 18th December 2014. Beers drawn by handpump from the cellar to a small bar mainly sourced from Kent microbreweries, although other beers regularly feature. Micropub wooden bench style seating and solid tables, together with a raised floor area against the wall to assist the older generation. A selection of wine and gin are also served along with craft beers. A stone paved and walled garden with seating at picnic tables has been created out the back and this can provide seating for a goodly number.

    • Gunpowder Mill London Road Faversham ME13 8XE Telephone(01795) 342684

      A new build Marston's 'Rotisserie pub', built to the standard format and located on the main A2 just outside of Faversham. Named after the famous Gunpowder Works in nearby Oare. Up to two beers currently available. An extensive menu which can be viewed on its website.

    • Leading Light 20-22 Preston Street Faversham ME13 8NZ Telephone(01795) 535075

      The name of this Wetherspoon's recalls Henry Wreight, a 'leading light' in the development of Faversham in the 19th century. The pub has an enclosed courtyard garden.

    • Limes 59 Preston Street Faversham ME13 8PG Telephone(01795) 532007

      A large pub a short walk from the station. Complete refurbishment and redesign of the bar area with the exterior revamped in March 2014.

      See their website for menu details!

    • Market Inn 42 East Street Faversham ME13 8AT Telephone(01795) 532529

      This pub retains a separate saloon and public bar and has an extension in which regular live music is staged. The pub also has two Pool tables and a darts board. The beer garden is probably the largest in Faversham where, during the summer months, you may see the Kentish game of Bat and Trap played. Although called the Market it is not connected to Faversham's market square but the name relates to the former cattle market.

    • Old Wine Vaults 75 Preston Street Faversham ME13 8PA Telephone(01795) 591817

      A popular local dating back to the 17th century. The small street frontage opens to a deceptively large refurbished interior with ample seating. The bar counter is set in the middle, with a mix of tables and chairs. Now rebranded as a Craft Union pub with an emphasis on Sports TV, the Vault's cask beers come from the Ei range. There is a pleasant beer garden. Live music is also hosted. A recent review sent to us describes it as a disco pub.

    • Phoenix Tavern 98-99 Abbey Street Faversham ME13 7BH Telephone(01795) 591462

      Large 14th century pub located at the south end of the historic Abbey Street, close to Faversham Creek. A range of, mostly, national beers are served.

      Getting a good reputation locally for fine dining.

    • Quay Conduit Street Faversham ME13 7DF Telephone(01795) 530388

      Reopened as the Quay, as a hotel, restaurant and a bar in October 2020. Before that was Swan and Harlequin public house; the premises were then renovated and reopened as Faversham Creek boutique hotel with restaurant and bar. Now fortunately run by a team who previously operated the Carriage restaurant at the town's Railway Hotel.

    • Railway Hotel Preston Street Faversham ME13 8PE Telephone(01795) 501550

      As the name suggests this 19th-century hotel is opposite Faversham railway station and embodies the pomp of the railway age with some solid wooden internal features. Under new management as of late 2023. Restaurant currently closed and opening hours to be confirmed when it re-opens. Traditional Victorian bar with hotel accommodation which should be available shortly.

    • Shipwrights Arms Hollowshore Faversham ME13 7TU Telephone(01795) 590088

      Remote 300-year-old family-run free house with a jolly welcoming old style host, young and old, a good pub to relax in after a 45-minute walk across the marshes from Faversham. The wooden-clad building’s interior reflects its nautical heritage, with many associated ornaments and pictures on display or tucked into nooks and crannies. It is popular with walkers off the Saxon Shore Way and boat owners from the adjacent boatyard. The large garden at the rear is open Spring-Autumn, with outside seating out front all seasons. In severe winter weather telephone to check opening times as hours may vary. Dog-friendly. Always check website or Facebook page for up-to-date hours and times for food before making the journey.

    • Sun Inn 10 West Street Faversham ME13 7JE Telephone(01795) 535098

      The 14th-century Sun Inn, in Faversham’s conservation area, is brimming with intriguing original features – with its inglenook fireplaces, oak beams and a lovely courtyard garden. Popular with diners in Faversham and has eight comfortable and characterful bedrooms providing stylish accommodation. ***FOOD SERVING HOURS**** Advertised food times 7:15-9:30, 12-3. 6-9 Mondays to Fridays; 8.15-9.30. 12-3, 6-9 Sat; 8.15-9.30, 12-3 Sun. No food Sunday eve. The earliy opening times do not allow the sale of alcohol.

    • Three Tuns 16 Tanners Street Faversham ME13 7JP Telephone(01795) 523663

      Built in 1605, The Three Tuns was the very first Shepherd Neame pub. The Grade II listed building was reputedly where Lord Nelson recruited and paid his crew. The pub has a PETANQUE Court in garden and shows live sport on two screens.

  • Graveney
    • Four Horseshoes Head Hill Road Graveney ME13 9DE Telephone(01795) 538143

      New owners took over in late 2018 and returned the pub to a more traditional style with the former bike workshop returned to dining space. Kitchen is advertised as open Wednesday to Saturday from opening through to close! The Friday and Saturday closing times are perhaps most accurately described as "until late".

  • Halfway, Sheppey
    • Heritage 17-19 Minster Road Halfway, Sheppey ME12 3JE Telephone07984 167219

      Micropub selling real ales, cider and wines from all over Kent. First of the micropubs on Sheppey. Real ales are dispensed via handpulls with minimal travel from the cask to the pull. Seating on two levels. Because of the family association of the landlady Margaret with the Charrington's brewing dynasty numerous Charrington's artefacts are on display. May open later than advertised opening hours. Quiz on Tuesday evenings.

  • Hartlip
    • Rose & Crown Lower Hartlip Road Hartlip ME9 7SS Telephone(01795) 842448

      A comfortable two bar pub with a seperate restaurant area. The small public bar is popular with locals and hosts dart teams. A favourite pub for walkers, horse riders and shooting parties.

  • Harty Ferry
    • Ferry House Inn Harty Ferry Road Harty Ferry ME12 4BQ Telephone(01795) 510214

      Now a dining pub, hotel, conference and wedding venue. Believed to serve Sheps beers. IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT AT LEAST TWO BEERS MAY BE AVAILABLE. More information would be most welcome. ***You are strongly advised to contact the venue before travelling there as it is sometimes closed for functions.***

  • Hernhill
    • Red Lion Crockham Lane Hernhill ME13 9TU Telephone(01227) 751207

      Steeped in history is this 13th Century hall house totally refurbished y the White family. Many distinctive character features to include exposed beams, flagstone floors, crown post ceiling and an inviting log fire. Located a few miles from both Faversham and Whitstable with Canterbury within easy reach

  • Iwade
    • Woolpack Inn 17 The Street Iwade ME9 8SH Telephone(01795) 472656

      Fairly large and interesting roadside pub, in the midst of an area surrounded by much development in recent years. One open plan room around a bar, and judging from the clientele a destination mainly for those seeking food. Extensive menu at competitive prices. curry evenings etc.Beer range extremely limited, two handpumps with the one offering.

  • Lewson Street, nr Sittingbourne
    • Plough Lewson Street Lewson Street, nr Sittingbourne ME9 9JJ Telephone(01795) 521348

      A somewhat secluded traditional English pub, built in the 13th Century and located in a village just off the A2. Walkers and families welcome. As expected it is full of character; oak beams and inglenook fireplace. The restaurant serves traditional dishes, and a vegetarian selection. Bar meals also available. Live music Sunday lunchtime.

  • Leysdown-on-Sea
    • Bay View 287 Leysdown Road Leysdown-on-Sea ME12 4AQ Telephone(01795) 511519

      Popular with tourist trade is this mid twentieth century pub with large car park and outdoor seating. Greene King beers served along with a range of meals. Closed Monday and Tuesday with regular hours the remainder of the week. Popular for Sunday roast there are up to two seasonal beers plus the regular Abbott Ale. Located n the main road between Eastchuch and Leysdown in the hamlet of Bay View and on the main road.

  • Lower Halstow
    • Three Tuns The Street Lower Halstow ME9 7DY Telephone(01795) 842840

      True family village pub with friendly, cheerful atmosphere and lively conversation. A range of mainly local Kentish ales and a local cider on handpump. Further local cider is served straight from the barrel. Kent Curious Brew craft lager is available on keg. It does a quirky range of bar snacks, has an award for best pub chips, and a local reputation for excellent food. Events are held throughout the year including a beer and music festival in the summer (see website). A function room, games room, log fires, sofa seating, brick walls and beams add character. It has a large garden with stream side decking. Food hours shown are for Bar and garden tables; a restaurant menu is also available. Swale CAMRA branch Pub of the Year 2022 and 2024.

  • Lynsted
    • Black Lion The Street Lynsted ME9 0RJ Telephone(01795) 521229

      Welcoming free house with two Goacher's beers available plus occasional guest ales. A true village local offering ales well known for their quality, open fires, meals prepared on the premises and with large lawned gardens. A function room is available on the first floor for up to approximately 45 people. Homely atmosphere and usually good conversation add to the atmosphere. The pub is a brisk 30 minutes walk from Teynham railway station.

  • Milstead
    • Red Lion Rawling Street Milstead ME9 0RT Telephone(01795) 830279

      A very welcoming traditional family run country pub, set in the village of Milstead, three miles from Sittingbourne. Well kept range of permanent Goacher's ales. There is a large patio and garden. Various groups meet in the pub on an ad hoc basis. Large car park to side of pub. The pub's aim is to provide food of good quality at a reasonable price, including Sunday lunches.

  • Milton Regis
    • Three Hats 93 High Street Milton Regis ME10 2AR Telephone(01795) 427645

      Popular and friendly local in the medieval High Street, the focal point for many social activities. The open-plan interior with low beams to the front rise just enough at the rear to accommodate a dartboard, beyond which is a large patio area and garden. Regular meals and well priced menu. Always three - four changing beers available. Occasional live music and karaoke take place, with meat raffles on Sunday.

  • Minster, Sheppey
    • Beach Bar & Restaurant 53 Seaside Avenue Minster, Sheppey ME12 2NJ Telephone(01795) 870966

      Modern family bar located close to Minster beach. Sunday carvery and Vegan meals. Cocktails and themed nights. Live events frequently. Mainly keg beers from the national range but one cask ale is usually available.

    • Harps Inn Minster Road Minster, Sheppey ME12 3NR Telephone(01795) 875959

      Large food orientated pub located on the main road from Halfway to Minster. It has a lounge, bar and restaurant area, part of which can be reserved for private functions. Two ales are served. Large car park to front and well laid out gardens to the rear. Very popular during the summer months for food.

    • Highlander 13 High Street Minster, Sheppey ME12 3QD Telephone(01795) 872126

      .Large traditional village pub/sports bar situated in Minster High Street. Once one of three pubs but now the only remaining outlet. Externally, still has original Charringtons toby signage from many years back. Three real ales sold on rotation. Used by families and locals plus seasonal holiday trade. Very big with on screen Sky and BT sports. Local darts team and board. Super views from rear of the bars over the Island towards the mainland. Located opposite takeaway outlets.

    • Minster Working Men's Club Unity Road Minster Minster, Sheppey ME12 2HW Telephone(01795) 872457

      A large and popular club with several distinct seating areas. Up to three real ales are available including Mad Cat. Minster Working Men's Club has a large car park and outside seating area.

    • Playa The Leas Minster, Sheppey ME12 2NL Telephone(01795) 873059

      Mid 20th century pub on the Leas in Minster with its sea views. Food led with Heineken stock range of drinks. Two cask ales. Food served. Popular over the years with both locals and holiday trade. Good size car park and gardens. Dog friendly area.

  • Oare
    • Castle 2 The Street Oare ME13 0PY Telephone(01795) 533674

      Free house located on a corner of the main high street next to Oare Creek, near Faversham. The Castle serves up to three real ales. It has a restaurant area and a small patio garden. The pub hosts several darts teams.

    • Three Mariners 2 Church Road Oare ME13 0QA Telephone(01795) 533633

      The Three Mariners is a grade II listed building dating back to the 18th Century. Situated in the village of Oare, 30 minutes walking distance from Faversham town centre with views overlooking Oare Creek. Real log fires and a terrace add to the charm. Food, for which the pub has received much praise, is served daily along with two beers from Shepherd Neame

  • Ospringe
    • Ship Inn 12 Ospringe Street Ospringe ME13 8TL Telephone(01795) 532408

      Large traditional public house on the old A2 which has recently been refurbished. A secluded beer garden is popular with regulars. Regular live music, quizzes and special food evenings are held. There is a large car park at the rear of the pub. Three ales are served - usually Doom Bar, Landlord and Master Brew.

  • Painters Forstal
    • Alma Painters Forstal ME13 0DU Telephone(01795) 533835

      Popular country pub situated in the centre of the village. Well regarded for its food, for which tables may be booked. Tuesday Lunchtime specials. Woodfired Pizzas Friday evening & Saturday lunch and evening.

      There is a small car park and a large, well maintained, garden. The pub also has Bat and Trap and has occasional themed events. Up to three Shepherd Neame beers are available. Dogs on leads are allowed in the Public bar.

  • Perry Wood
    • Rose & Crown Crown Hill Perry Wood ME13 9RY Telephone(01227) 752214

      16th century free house in Perry Wood. Hidden away in attractive countryside and popular with walkers, although muddy boots must be removed! Bar is adorned with old woodcutting tools and there is a large inglenook fireplace. An extensive garden with a children's play area. Food is produced using locally sourced ingredients served in the bar or the separate restaurant area. Regular beer festivals, quizzes and live music take place. Session closing times may be earlier than those shown when business is light. Please phone ahead if travelling from afar.

  • Queenborough
    • Admiral's Arm West Street Queenborough ME11 5AD Telephone(01795) 668598

      A three room micropub which opened on Trafalgar day 21st October 2016. Four real ales sold through handpumps, along with a large range of 12 or more ciders/perries on gravity dispense, all from a temperature-controlled room. Ale can be served on gravity dispense from the cellar an extensive range of gins and pub snacks from an extensive menu. The décor is mainly lifeboat and nautical themed. Kent CAMRA regional & branch 2019 Pub of the Year.

    • Five Bridges Queenborough Road Queenborough ME11 5AR Telephone(01795) 342093

      A new build, food orientated, Marston's located at Queenborough Corner on the Isle of Sheppey and opened in April 2016. Up to five ales, from the Marston's range, are available. Popular with families and located within walking distance of Queenborough Station.

    • Flying Dutchman 19 High Street Queenborough ME11 5AA Telephone(01795) 667189

      Large 2 bar rambling pub, with considerable emphasis on food, which has been substantially extended over the years. 3 handpumps in the back bar serve mainly beers from the Mad Cat brewery with which the pub has a good relationship, but at times another brewer's guest ale may be offered. Local ciders are sold from boxes kept in a chilled cabinet. The front bar has recently been refurbished to resemble the inside of a galley.

    • Old House At Home 1 High Street Queenborough ME11 5AA Telephone(01795) 662463

      Waterfront pub next to the sea wall with views over the Medway estuary. Nautical themed rustic interior. Two public bars and one saloon offering cask beer with good food available including traditional breakfast. The original "Old House at Home" pub was operating in the mid 19th century and was rebuilt in 1915 by brewers Messrs Budden and Biggs. Live music every Sundays and quiz nights on Thursdays.

    • Rose Inn 80 High Street Queenborough ME11 5AG Telephone(01795) 585088

      A free house located in Queenborough's main street with a large main bar area and outdoor patio/garden. Some interesting features including stained glass windows. One beer is served, often from Adnams or Greene King.

  • Rainham
    • Three Sisters Otterham Quay Lane Rainham ME8 8QR Telephone07875 622779

      Victorian detached free house in the heart of the old brickfields between Upchurch and Rainham, currently serving two beers with the addition of a cider. The pub has a full-length bar with a log burner plus bar billiards and a pool table to the rear. There is an emphasis on friendly conversation and the landlords are keen classic bikers. A function room is at present being refurbished which holds up to sixty people. Live music once a month. Bingo and quiz night on alternate Thursdays

  • Rodmersham Green
    • Fruiterers Arms Bottles Lane Rodmersham Green ME9 0PP Telephone(01795) 424198

      Popular village pub fronting the green. Large bar/ restaurant area and smaller lounge bar. Three real ales are usually served with permanent London Pride and rotating guest beers. Open fire in main bar during colder months. Good food menu with Sunday roast a speciality. Polite, friendly service and chatty hosts Chris & Keisha. Gravel car park. Three buses a day serve the village Monday to Friday, although the last one departs around 2pm.

  • Selling
    • White Lion The Street Selling ME13 9RQ Telephone(01795) 383100

      The White Lion is a restored coaching inn dating from 1703, in the village of Selling. A gem of a country pub with its hop-decorated bars and open fires. A village pub near to some of the finest woodland walks in the spectacular Perry Woods, yet not very far from the historic market town of Faversham. Good seating outside and cosy interior Sunday lunch until 4pm followed by Sunday Supper menu.

  • Sheerness
    • Belle & Lion 22-24 High Street Sheerness ME12 1NL Telephone(01795) 665486

      Impressive shop conversion which opened in July 2014, formerly the Brittain & Hobbs electrical store. A narrow frontage but goes back a very long way inside. Contemporary décor with a long bar on the left at the front with 12 handpumps in 2 banks of 6. This leads to an extensive seating area to the rear with a number of wall booths. Paved patio garden to the rear right with several upturned half boats as seating features, and a signed smoking area.

    • Heights of Alma 1 Alma Street Sheerness ME12 2AX Telephone(01795) 662823

      The Heights of Alma, named after the Battle of Alma was fought on the 20th September 1854, the first of the Crimean War (1853-1856). Traditional back street local situated close to the town centre. Originally a Courage pub with the traditional Courage pub sign still adorning the building. Two cask ales are served.

    • Pilots' Rest 193 High Street Sheerness ME12 1UJ

      This micropub pub originally had a mixed aviation / sheep theme reflecting Sheppey's past involvement in aircraft manufacture and an abundance of sheep pastures and was Swale CAMRA Pub of the Year runner up 2020. Time was called on 3rd May 2023 for the last time. Re-opened 10th August 2023 with a new name. Opening times are those initially published subject to change over time. Please monitor pub's Facebook page for changing details. 4 handpumps.

    • Queens Head 264 High Street Sheerness ME12 1UP Telephone(01795) 662475

      A spacious and friendly local located on the road from Sheerness High Street towards Minster. Part of the building was formerly a tram station house. Some interesting features including decorative glass above the bar add character. A large function room/seating area is good for meetings and for the Sunday lunch which is served. Up to three beers are available - two on handpump and one on stillage.

    • Red Lion 61 High Street Sheerness ME12 1RW Telephone(01795) 669099

      Fronting the historic part of Sheerness next to the dockyard and in a quiet area of Bluetown is the Red Lion. Free house once serving three real ales from a rotating selection of national beers and in February 2023, the introduction of one handpump serving either Sharps or St Austell beers. Outside area with tables and a heated, covered smoking area.

    • Royal Hotel Broadway Sheerness ME12 1AB Telephone(01795) 662626

      Imposing early 19th Century hotel located in central Sheerness on Broadway. The pub has many original features including frosted windows. Serves Shepherd Neame beers and has a large restaurant. The pub has recently been independently purchased in 2021 and refurbishments are being undertaken.

  • Sittingbourne
    • Billet 206 London Road Sittingbourne ME10 1QA Telephone(01795) 424128

      A large Greene King pub situated on the A2, west of Sittingbourne town centre. The pub serves up to four beers including, sometimes, a guest beer. The pub is popular for food. The pub has a large beer garden and car park. Recently refurbished.

    • Bunters 1 Station Street Sittingbourne ME10 3DU Telephone(01795) 474890

      Large and popular town centre pub. Often has a second beer available. Rebranded as a Craft Union house.

    • Donna's Ale House 20 West Street Sittingbourne ME10 1AB

      Micropub with contemporary decor inside, with seating at high benches, tables and stools. Six handpumps in use dispensing real ales and cider with the emphasis on Kentish makers, occasional out of county ales may appear. Blackboard gives a description of the beers on offer. Gins are also available. A selection of snacks is available. A welcome town centre addition to the real ale scene which is proving to be popular.

    • George 41 High Street Sittingbourne ME10 4AW Telephone(01795) 426660

      Music oriented pub in Sittingbourne High Street which is popular on Friday nights. We would welcome an update on Real Ale and any Real Cider / Perry availability here.

    • Golden Hope The Court House, 1 Park Road Sittingbourne ME10 1DR Telephone(01795) 476791

      Former Courthouse located at the corner of Sittingbourne High Street and Park Road with many of the original features retained, including the cells (used for seating) and a spiral staircase. Wetherspoon has turned part of the pub into guest rooms. Two beer gardens - front and back - have been created. Full Wetherspoon's menu available and range of ales (up to 5 guests). Very popular with many families.

    • Gore Court Arms Park Road Sittingbourne ME10 1EP Telephone(01795) 472730

      A traditional community local, strongly focused on darts and pool. Run by former darts champion Dave Whitcombe and his wife Delph. The pub has three dartboards and a pool table. It also has a car park, garden and designated smoking area. Two ales are served, usually from the Wells and Youngs range.

    • Jenny Wren Staplehurst Road B2006 Sittingbourne ME10 5TA Telephone(01795) 228981

      Marston's estate style pub which opened in 2010. One of a number of similar pubs opened in Kent which offer an extensive and reasonably priced menu making it fairly popular for families. The range of beers is from the Marston's portfolio so may feature Banks's, Jennings and Ringwood products as well as Marston's branded beers.

    • Kings Head 38 London Road Sittingbourne ME10 1NJ Telephone(01795) 473982

      Large pub situated at the corner of Chalkwell and London roads in Sittingbourne. The pub has a large garden and serves meals. Real ale is sometimes avaliable, usually London Pride or Doom Bar.

    • Long Hop 80 Key Street Sittingbourne ME10 1YU Telephone(01795) 601823

      Traditional freehold public house located on the A2 between Sittingbourne and Key street. Cask ale available via changing menu. Gardens to side and rear plus ample off street parking. Home made curry night each Tuesday. Split level bars and dogs welcome in certain areas of the premises.In addition to the changing ales, a standard range of ciders and lagers are also sold. Friendly local trade and comfortable surroundings.

    • New Inn 104 Murston Road Sittingbourne ME10 3LB Telephone07988 529846

      A friendly and relaxed pub, The New Inn is an unpretentious place and supports several local darts and pools teams. With a roaring open fire in colder months, it also has a hidden gem of a garden to enjoy in the summer months. The pub hosts monthly live music nights with occasional karaoke or quiz night specials. Home prepared sandwiches are available on request.

    • Paper Mill 2 Charlotte Street Sittingbourne ME10 2JN Telephone07927 073584

      Micropub located close to Sittingbourne station. One room with wooden bench seating set around breweriana adorned walls and solid woodblock tables. The emphasis here is on beer and conversation. Warm welcome and a community focus make the Paper Mill a popular to meet. Beer and cider kept in temperature controlled stillage room with viewing windows located at the rear. The friendly hosts regularly host meet the brewer events, and source a good range of interesting national beers. Provides paper lists of keg and canned beers available. LOCAL CAMRA BRANCH PUB OF THE YEAR 2015, 2016 and 2017. Highly Commended 2018 and 2019.

    • Park Tavern 86 Park Road Sittingbourne ME10 1DZ Telephone(01795) 555158

      A town pub, close to the centre of Sittingbourne. The pub has a pool table and hosts regular quiz nights. Music events are hosted once a fortnight with either live music, karaoke or a disco.

    • Red Lion 58 High Street Sittingbourne ME10 4PB Telephone07402 478294

      The Red Lion is a large coaching inn in Sittingbourne High Street. The pub is steeped in history and it is believed that both Henry V and Henry VIII stayed here. In early 2019 became a Craft Union house of the Stonegate Group.

    • Vineyard 6-10 West Street Sittingbourne ME10 1AW Telephone(01795) 426969

      Large pub located near Sittingbourne High Street. Brunch is served from 10am. Regular events include rock and roll bingo nights (Wednesdays), quiz nights (Thursdays) and DJ led party nights (Friday/Saturday). Sporting emphasis with Premiership football shown and the pub supports its own football team - Vineyard FC. Three cask beers on offer at last visit in January.

    • Woodstock Sports & Social Club Broadoak Road Sittingbourne ME9 8AG Telephone(01795) 410777

      Home to Sittingbourne (Bostik South League) Football Club and Woodstock Park FC. Food is currently available Wednesday and Sunday Lunchtimes. A range of home cooked specials on Wednesdays and Roast dinners on Sundays

    • Yellow Stocks 22A High Street Sittingbourne ME10 4PD Telephone07572 180627

      Micropub which opened 15th September 2018 in a former clothes shop. Named after a type of handmade building brick once made in large quantities in the surrounding countryside. Real ales and ciders/perries sold on gravity dispense from a temperature-controlled cellar room behind the small bar counter. Spotlessly kept Unisex toilet. Garden and outside smoking area at the rear. Mainly real ales and ciders with Kentish provenance but with some unusual other regional beers offered.

  • Stalisfield Green
    • Plough Inn Stalisfield Road Stalisfield Green ME13 0HY Telephone(01795) 890256

      Historic multi-roomed pub in an attractive setting on the North Downs. Beers are from Kent's microbreweries such as Kent, and Goacher's and Musket from Maidstone feature on a rotating basis, along with local cider. The extensive and interesting menu offers locally sourced produce. The pub has a large family-friendly garden. The 660 bus from Faversham (not Sundays) is infrequent, but may be of use and stops outside the pub.

  • Staplestreet
    • Three Horseshoes 46 Staple Street Staplestreet ME13 9UA Telephone(01227) 750842

      Traditional white weatherboard local which has been a pub since 1690. Inside you will find a friendly welcome with log fires in the winter and a small sunny garden under an ancient walnut tree. The pub is well known for its good food and events including occasional live music, comedy evenings and a famous wheelie bin race in July. There are many good walks in the area and a weekday bus service from Faversham to Staplestreet. The Three Horseshoes is also a short walk from Boughton which is on the Faversham to Canterbury bus route.

  • Stockbury
    • Harrow The Street Stockbury ME9 7UH Telephone(01795) 843222

      IF PLANNING TO VISIT PLEASE TELEPHONE OR CHECK PUB WEBSITE FIRST TO CONFIRM OPENING TIMES ETC. A 200 year old former Shepherd Neame pub in the heart of rural Stockbury, with a triangular village green in front. Owned by the local community after a major refurbishment, now the community hub. CAMRA's prestigious Pub Saving Award 2017, which recognises communities that save their beloved local pub awarded 2018 Judges impressed by how the residents came together to save the pub

  • Teynham
    • Dover Castle Inn 20 London Road Teynham ME9 9QS Telephone(01795) 522500

      A Shepherd Neame public house on the main road through Teynham dating from the 1600s. The emphasis is on food with two large restaurant areas separately be a long bar. A second Shep's beer is occasionally available. Recently refurbished.

    • George 76 London Road Teynham ME9 9QH Telephone(01795) 521280

      Old pub which has a Chinese restaurant in the main area called 'New Territories'. The bar area is still traditional in character. Distinctive Rigdens Ales etched front window.

  • Upchurch
    • Crown 9 The Street Upchurch ME9 7EU Telephone(01634) 233896

      Classic Courage Village Pub with a long serving landlady and very much at the heart of the community. A new conservatory has doubled the size of the pub.

    • Upchurch River Valley Golf Club Oak Lane Upchurch ME9 7AY Telephone(01634) 360626
  • Wormshill
    • Blacksmiths Arms The Street Wormshill ME9 0TU Telephone(01622) 884386

      A Grade II-listed, timber-framed, 17th-century village pub, formerly three cottages, situated in rolling downland countryside near to the Pilgrims Way. It has a cosy bar with original brick floor, and is warmed in winter by an inglenook log fire. A local beer is often available, alongside beers from across the UK. Food served Friday and Saturday evenings in the candlelit restaurant. Reservations required. Fresh fish menu board always available. NO Vegetarian food. Dogs are allowed in the bar. NO children under 14 in bar or restaurant.