News

Councillor Swaps the Housing Market for a Public House

18th March 2016

After more than 25 years as an estate agent, a district councillor has embarked on a new venture: running his local pub, the White Horse in Hawkinge.

Surprise Send-Off For Kent Pub Licensee Retiring After 30 Years

16th March 2016

After three decades behind the bar at the Griffin’s Head in Chillenden, licensee Jerry Copestake and wife Karen retired this week.

Community Pub Launches 100% Gluten-Free Menu

15th March 2016

The Duke of Edinburgh in Barming near Maidstone has introduced a 100% gluten-free menu.

Fresh New Start for Historic City Pub

11th March 2016

A new manager has been appointed at historic 16th century pub the Bishops Finger in Canterbury.

National Accolade for Shepherd Neame's Visitor Centre

5th March 2016

Shepherd Neame’s Visitor Centre has been awarded a VisitEngland 'Best Told Story' Accolade.

Historic Country Pub Unveils New Accommodation Offer

27th February 2016

For the first time in its 400-year-history, the FitzWalter Arms in Goodnestone near Canterbury is now offering guest accommodation.

Daring Pub Manager To Jump Into Action For Charity

23rd February 2016

The assistant manager of the Beau Nash Tavern in Tunbridge Wells is planning a sponsored tandem parachute jump to raise money for charity.

National Design Award for Whitstable Bay Collection

17th February 2016

The Whitstable Bay Collection, from Shepherd Neame’s Faversham Steam Brewery, has won a national design award.

Major £1 Million Investment for Marina Bar and Hotel

16th February 2016

Work has started on a £1 million project to expand the Ship and Trades in Chatham’s marina.

From City Commuter to Country Pub Landlord

9th February 2016

A high flying City worker has abandoned a gruelling commute to become his own boss as licensee of a country pub.

How You Can Help the Campaign for Beer Duty Cuts

3rd February 2016

Last year’s Budget campaign was historic. Never before, have we seen three consecutive cuts in beer duty by a UK Chancellor. But we need to keep the pressure up, with a campaign for a beer duty cut in the Budget on 16th March.

Vintage Beer Delivery to Mark New Partnership

2nd February 2016

Beer deliveries to The Woodville in Gravesend had a vintage flavour this week. An Austin 7 Shepherd Neame van - dating back to 1923 - pulled up with the kegs to mark the theatre’s new partnership with Britain’s oldest brewer.