FOOD + DRINK
THE ULTIMATE KENT PUB CRAWL cont .
16 ) The George Inn
19 ) The Windmill by Richard Phillips
The George Inn is all about family . It ’ s a family-run business for a start , making for a close-knit team that works effortlessly well together . But it ’ s also about the family that is created by the customers who frequent this lovely bar , the ones who come back again and again to sample the delights of the menu . To top it all off , The George won Kent Dining Pub of the Year in the 2015 and 2016 Taste of Kent Awards !
The George Restaurant & Bar , The Street , Molash CT4 8HE 01233 740323 www . thegeorgemolash . co . uk
17 ) The Kings Head
If one word can be used to describe The Kings Head in Wye , it ’ s ‘ quality ’. The staff here offer perfection , and that means that the food , the ambience , the décor , the range of drinks is all exactly what you want and need from a proper village pub . The menu is an award-winning one , so you can rest assured that your meal will be memorable – and there are rooms here , so if you get too full you can always stay for the night !
The Windmill might have a kitchen run by renowned chef Richard Phillips , but that doesn ’ t mean it ’ s any less of a community pub . In fact , locals and visitors alike enjoy frequenting the Windmill and trying its wonderful array of locally sourced food and drink . Whether you are looking for a formal sit down meal or you just want to pop into chat with friends , you ’ ll be more than welcome .
The Windmill , 32 Eyhorne Street , Hollingbourne , Maidstone ME17 1TR 01622 889000 www . thewindmillbyrichardphillips . co . uk
20 ) The Bull
The Kings Head , Church Street , Wye TN25 5BN 01233 812418 www . kingsheadwye . com
18 ) The Wagon & Horses
The menu at the Wagon and Horses changes on a regular basis because the food always has to work with the ingredients available – everything is seasonal and fresh . Although you ’ ll always find a few favourites nestling alongside creative dishes such as spice battered chicken strips and the pie of the day . And if you come from further afield you can even camp overnight here since there is a Caravan Club campsite right on the pub ’ s doorstep .
The Wagon & Horses , Faversham Road , Charing , Ashford TN27 0NR 01233 712249 www . countrypubkent . co . uk
Recently renovated in 2012 , this privately owned 13th-century inn is not just a pretty face – it ’ s a four AA star rated hotel as well , so if you want to stay overnight after enjoying the bar ’ s hospitality , you don ’ t have to go very far . The Bull is a charming place , with a wonderful lounge with big , comfy sofas to enjoy , as well as open fires when the weather suits . With delicious à la carte meals as well as excellent bar snacks ( all of which is made with locally sourced ingredients ), the Bull is an elegant place to call home for a night or more .
The Bull Hotel , Bull Lane , Wrotham TN15 7RF 01732 789800 www . thebullhotel . com
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