FOOD & DRINK : GASTROPUBS
The Five Bells Inn , Brabourne Quintessential Kentish country pub with rooms , this stunning 16th-century inn overlooks the rolling hills of the North Downs . From the team behind the acclaimed Rocksalt and The Duke William . www . fivebellsbrabourne . co . uk
The Coach Hacklinge , nr Deal Passionately local pub serving locally-sourced , seasonal food and range of real ales and spirits . Family and dog-friendly . thecoach-hacklinge . co . uk
Stubbs , Ashford Stylish restaurant with its own pub , Champagne and oyster bar , and outdoor terrace ; boasting a steak and sea grill-led menu . stubbsrestaurants . com
The White Lion , Tenterden Renowned stone-baked pizzas and Josper-grilled steaks dominate the delicious menu which is accompanied by craft drinks in this rustic beamed pub / restaurant-with-rooms concept . www . whiteliontenterden . com
The Hearth Restaurant at The Beacon , Tunbridge Wells Featuring a stunning stained-glass window and a cosy fireplace , The Hearth is a comfortable yet sophisticated restaurant serving locally sourced and produced ingredients delicately plated for the perfect meal . www . the-beacon . co . uk
The Granville , Canterbury A characterful pub / dining room offering modern European food , traditional Kentish cask ales , international lagers and wines by the glass to be enjoyed in the comfortable sofa , bar , eating areas or outside in the pretty enclosed garden . www . thegranvillecanterbury . co . uk
The Wishful Thinker , Lenham Latest addition to the Elite Pub Group ’ s stock of Kentish countryside pubs . Recently refurbished and extended , it boasts 18 bedrooms , large dining room , internal bar terrace and even its own stage for live entertainment , as well as an extensive outdoor area . elitepubs . com / the-wishful-thinker
Duke of Wellington , West Malling Warm and friendly family-owned pub providing a wonderful range of homemade food boasting local produce , cask ales and fine wines . With an inglenook fireplace for the colder months and a variety of outside areas for alfresco drinking and dining in the summer , this welcoming gem is not only family friendly , but dog friendly too ! www . dukeofwellingtonryarsh . com
Pearson ’ s Arms , Whitstable Popular seaside pub located just a hop , skip and a jump from the water ’ s edge serving real ales , fine wines and great , seasonal , wholesome food . www . pearsonsarmswhitstable . co . uk
The Pullman , Folkestone A gastropub for all seasons , The Pullman boasts roaring open fires to dispel the winter blues and a sun-soaked beer garden complete with terrace in the summer . Mouthwatering bar and restaurant menus feature the best of local land and sea , as well as considered vegan and vegetarian dishes . www . landb-restaurants . co . uk / the-pullman
The Dove at Dargate , Faversham Stunning gastropub offering dishes made from fresh , seasonal and local produce that is presented to the highest of standards by talented chefs that regularly change the innovative menu . Available at the bar is a range of premium beers , ales and spirits and a selection of the finest English and international wines perfect for cosying up next to the log burning fire with . www . dovedargate . co . uk
The Radnor Arms , Folkestone A recently renovated Victorian pub in the Old Bouverie district of Folkestone , The Radnor Arms serves both honest , good pub favourites as well as fine-dining dishes . With beautiful , artistic decor and a vibrant candlelit atmosphere in the evenings . www . radnorarmsfolkestone . co . uk
The Black Robin , Kingston , nr Canterbury Established in 1740 , The Black Robin is a traditional Kentish pub located in the on the edge of the beautiful Elham Valley . Serving a large range of tempting burgers as well as scrumptious pub classics and traditionally indulgent Sunday lunches , all made with fresh local produce . www . theblackrobinpub . com
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