Visited on a warm Friday afternoon in June 2025- there were a couple of people in, chatting to the barmaid, who promptly jumped up and served us as we came in. Nice old pub interior, big screen on one side so presume there are sports viewing at times but not constantly on which is always good. We sat outside , there are some old picnic benches quite closely packed next to the road, rather than a separate beer garden , but the road isn’t too busy so not unpleasant but certainly not a safe place for young kids - even though there is an old tractor at the front which would be a nice climb on for young children. It looks like the sort of place which is well used by locals, but not unwelcoming to visitors although a little off the beaten track so google is a godsend for them no doubt. The outside area could do with a tidy up, looks like it’s where they keep equipment for setting up pop up bars etc but this does detract from it a bit. We didn’t eat so can’t comment on the food, and as a Shepherd Neame pub the keg IPA offerings are limited (for Kent’s oldest brewery which is a shame) but the ‘First Drop’ we had was ok if lacking in a bit of flavour. No car park, which could make parking a bit tricky at busy times (I expect some who live local might get a bit narked about people parking outside their houses- but not much other options unfortunately. Overall a pleasant local pub that looks like it would be cosy in the winter and hopefully we will return to try the food...
Read moreLovely old pub and friendly land lord. The only choice available was Sunday roast, although the menu online is quite extensive. Unfortunately the sunday roast was really disappointing. It had obviously all been cooked beforehand and then microwaved. Half the veg was hot unfortunately the other half was cold, the yorkshire pudding wasn't brilliant either and they drowned the food in gravy. The apple lattice pie was soggy and also obviously heated up in the microwave, there was nothing fresh or enticing about the meal. It's such a shame as the food used to be really good here but much needs to improve to get the...
Read moreLovely little traditional pub, with a welcoming landlord and some tasty beer.
Popped in at short notice for a family Sunday lunch. Two young servers were polite and welcoming, although not entirely knowledgeable about their products.
Food came out promptly but was not the best quality and a little overpriced @ £18 for a mushy roast. You Could get a smaller portion for £10, which actually wasn't too bad value.
Roast was about the only food being served on a Sunday, which upset one member of our party as they don't like roast. The team served her some buttered toast (as...
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