No.1: The Plough Inn, Lewson Street
The Plough Inn is a traditional English pub located in a peaceful village near Faversham, offering a warm welcome to locals, walkers, families and visitors alike.
The building is a former blacksmiths, which dates to around 1260, and is full of character. Local folklore has it that a man once shoed his horse in the bar! The spacious restaurant serves traditional dishes with a contemporary twist and an imaginative vegetarian selection. Meals can be served outside in the large, peaceful garden, complete with a small children’s play area.
Make a day of it with the Faversham ‘First Fruit’ walk, which features the pub and can be adapted to start and finish here.
Explore the pub's website.
No.2: The Albion Taverna, Faversham
The Albion Taverna is a friendly, waterfront pub serving excellent range of Mexican and English dishes.
Located on the banks of Faversham creek, it enjoys a pleasant waterside setting, with seating both to the front of the pub and in the garden to the side. It’s great for lazy weekends, with food served all day.
It also features on the Faversham 'Two Creeks' walk, which can be adapted to finish with a well-deserved meal here.
Visit their Facebook page or website. But be warned - if it's anywhere near lunchtime it might make you very hungry indeed!
No.3: Coastguard, St Margaret’s Bay
The Coastguard in St Margaret’s Bay near Dover is a stunning seafront pub just a stone’s throw from the beach, with direct views out to sea across the small bay.
It is popular with locals and visitors alike, serving a varied menu of light bites and traditional pub meals, with seafood a speciality. What better than to sit on the seafront terrace after a day on the beach, and enjoy a cold pint of Whitstable Bay Blonde and a tasty home-cooked meal? You can also take a walk over the famous white cliffs to enjoy the stunning views, and visit the Victorian South Foreland Lighthouse.
Visit the pub's website for more information and menus.
No.4: The Belle Vue, Ramsgate
At the Belle Vue Tavern you are guaranteed a warm welcome, delicious food and spectacular views.
The "Balcony of Kent" at the rear of the pub offers some of the best views in Kent, across Pegwell Bay and out to The Channel. It's a great place to catch the sea air, lots of Kentish sunshine and spectacular sunsets. During the summer months guests can enjoy "al fresco" barbecues from the BBQ Shack, open (weather permitting) Friday evenings, Saturday & Sunday during the summer. There is also live music twice a week.
Explore their website at http://www.thebellevuetavern.co.uk
No.5: The Old Neptune, Whitstable
The Old Neptune is idyllically situated directly on the beach at Whitstable.
This fantastic spot makes it perfect for relaxing with a pint of beer or glass of wine, right by the sea. Enjoy breath-taking sunsets, tasty food served daily from 12 noon until 4pm, and an eclectic mixture of quality live music. Affectionately known as ‘The Neppy’, this pub is a Whitstable landmark not to be missed.
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No.6: Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie, Broadstairs
Overlooking one of the finest beaches on the North Kent Coast, The Minnis Bay Bar & Brasserie is a relaxed, stylish location that offers truly outstanding views, great food, and an extensive drinks list.
The Blue Flag beach offers extensive golden sands, perfect for spending a day beside the sea. You can also walk or cycle over to the nearby Reculver Towers, or explore the bays towards Margate. Early birds can enjoy breakfast by the sea, served from 8.30am.
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