The Best Pubs
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Tucked away in the Creative Quarter, The Beer Shop is an absolute gem for anyone who loves a proper pint. Their rotating lineup of independent brews, ciders, and even cocktails means there’s always something new to try, and the friendly team is brilliant at helping you find your next favourite. It’s a wonderfully cosy spot where you can settle in with your dog, grab a takeaway, or simply enjoy the lively, welcoming buzz.

Step into The Bouverie Tap, a brilliantly independent pub where vintage memorabilia lines the walls and the welcome is as warm as the locally sourced food. They serve an exceptional range of real ales, fine wines, and cocktails, with a famous Sunday roast that draws crowds from near and far. With both indoor and outdoor seating, it’s the perfect spot for groups and their four legged friends to enjoy a modern twist on traditional British fare.

Nestled in a charming Victorian building, The Radnor Arms is a true local treasure that recently earned a spot among Britain’s top pubs. The menu is a vibrant celebration of local produce, from Sri Lankan fish curry to wood fired whole bream, all crafted by a talented kitchen team. With a cracking selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, plus a dog friendly policy and inviting outdoor seating, it’s a brilliant choice for groups or a relaxed solo pint. Whether you’re stopping in for a Sunday roast or a creative small plate, this welcoming pub delivers a genuinely special experience.

The British Lion is a classic, hearty pub where the welcome is as generous as the portions. The food is fresh, plentiful, and seriously good value, with specials like a massive salmon fillet that will leave you delighted. With a proper pint, a fine wine, or a cocktail in hand, you can settle into the friendly buzz of regulars and newcomers, all while your dog naps contentedly at your feet. It’s the kind of place where a brilliant lunch turns into a return visit for dinner, and you leave feeling like a local.

For incredible value and genuine warmth, The Royal Oak is an absolute winner. You can enjoy a top notch homemade two course meal for a stunning price, while the selection of beers and wines is paired with a brilliantly friendly welcome for everyone, including your dog. With live music, sports on the telly, and a spacious outdoor area, it’s the perfect spot for a spontaneous group gathering or a relaxed evening that feels like home.

Set just back from the coast in Hawkinge, the White Horse Inn is a spacious local brimming with character and tradition, where you can drop anchor for fine ales and welcoming hospitality. Beyond the main bar, you’ll find a cosy spot with a log burner, a separate restaurant room, and a sun trap beer garden perfect for enjoying a refreshing pint outdoors. With a well earned award for top class ales, live music, and a menu packed with juicy burgers and perfectly cooked steaks, this is a brilliant choice for groups and dog friendly pub lunches.

With its whitewashed brickwork and traditional picket fence, The Britannia is every inch the coastal country pub you’d want to discover. You can settle in for a proper pint of cask ale, enjoy a cocktail, or grab a seat in the lovely front garden while live music plays on weekends. The food is freshly made and absolutely delicious, with proper pies and hearty burgers that keep visitors coming back for more. It’s a wonderfully cosy spot with a real fire, friendly service, and a welcoming buzz that makes you feel right at home.

Perched right on the harbour, The Ship Inn is a wonderfully charming local that serves up legendary fish and chips alongside a fantastic selection of premium beers, real ales, and cocktails. The generous portions and homely welcome make every visit feel special, whether you're settling into the outdoor seating with live music or booking a room for breathtaking harbour views. It’s a brilliant spot for groups and a true gem for anyone seeking hearty food and a proper pint by the water.

Head directly to The Mariner, a brilliant harbourside pub where stunning views pair perfectly with a carefully curated bar selection of rotating cask ales and an outstanding wine list. Their menu bursts with locally sourced ingredients, from fresh seafood to tender Kentish beef, all served in a welcoming space that happily welcomes children, dogs, and sandy feet. With live music, sports on the telly, and plenty of outdoor seating, it’s a fantastic spot for groups to enjoy modern pub classics and a proper pint.

Welcome to The Pullman, a proper Kentish country pub right in the heart of town where a roaring fire and rustic charm set the stage for an absolutely cracking experience. Their menu is a celebration of local produce, featuring incredible in house pies and a Sunday roast that locals swear is the finest around, all at a genuinely reasonable price. With a fantastic selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, plus outdoor seating and a warm welcome for dogs and groups, this is the perfect spot to settle in for comforting classics and top notch service.