The Fitzwalter Arms is the village pub of Goodnestone, an unspoilt, picturesque village set in the beautiful Kentish countryside between Canterbury, Sandwich and Deal.
Goodnestone Park Gardens, just a stonesthrow from the pub, are nationally renowned for their beautiful gardens and links with Jane Austen, while the surrounding countryside, bursting with wildlife, is perfect for walks and picnics.
The "Fitz" has been a pub since 1702. It is a quintessential English pub, the centre of village life – a place of conviviality and conversation. To this day it remains the village hostelry to the Fitzwalter estate.
Jane Austen was a frequent visitor to Goodnestone Park after her brother, Edward, married a daughter of the house. The Fitzwalter Arms also has a large beer garden for visitors to enjoy
Towards the rear of the pub is a heated and covered smoking terraced area. The large beer garden is after this and then there is a vegetable patch that provides the restaurant with vegetables for a large part of the year.
The Fitzwalter Arms is recommended by top food guides including the Michelin guide and the Good Food Guide. The kitchen prides itself on sourcing the finest produce available.
Additionally, the pub's regulars, residents of Goodnestone, supply pork from home-reared Gloucester Old Spot pigs, fresh free range eggs, free range chickens and game supplied by the local gamekeeper.
The historic city of Canterbury is within easy driving distance. Howletts Zoo Park isn't far away and both the Broome Park and Prince's golf clubs are nearby.
The "Fitz" is a striking brick pub with castellated exterior and mullioned windows. Darts players, cheery drinkers and open fires in this characterful beamed bar create the feel of the quintessential village local.
Children and dogs welcome!