Pubs in Tunbridge Wells

Hotel Du Vin & Bistro

Crescent Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2LY

A lovely experience as you enjoy the fire with a dish of olives and nuts while you sip a bottle of good quality beer. Very relaxed atmosphere with an array of whiskey bottles (150) and other spirits making a backdrop to the bar. Special smoking area enjoyed by cigar smokers as well. Certainly upmarket but you get good service.

St John's Yard

66 St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells TN4 9PE

Small modern bar area with comfortable and quirky furniture. A larger area for drinkers can be found on the rear patio which comes into its own when occasional beer festivals are held. Staff have a casual and friendly disposition. There is a function room seating 50 people available free of charge. No television and low background music.

Fontaines Bistro & Pub

90 St James Street, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2HH

Recently changed name to Fontaine Bistro & Pub (April-19). A pleasant back street pub catering for the local community. Closed Mondays except Bank Holidays. The bistro and bar are cosy and welcoming and the garden is perfect for sunny days, including a BBQ area

Mount Edgcumbe

The Common, Tunbridge Wells TN4 8BX

Tucked away in the middle of the common but only a few minutes walk from the busy town centre. It is very popular with diners but drinkers are well catered for around the bar area, the quirky cave and the tranquil garden with views across the beautiful common and town. Three guest beers are sourced mainly from Kent breweries and rarely-seen brews in the area are likely to be found. Very comfortable and private rooms for hire upstairs. Live music performed 1st Sunday of the month and regular quizzes held.

Smith & Western

Nevill Terrace, Tunbridge Wells TN2 5QY

Opera House

88 Mount Pleasant Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1RT

JD Wetherspoon has tastefully restored the old Opera House to its former glory including the stage, stalls, circle and boxes. It is now a beautiful setting enhanced by the huge central chandelier and well worth a visit. Located in the centre of town, close to the Victoria shopping centre the pub is a very convenient place to take refuge from the shopping crowds. A wide range of guest ales are always stocked with Longman and Dark Star beers often to be found. The upper bar provides the opportunity to eat or drink while imagining performing on stage in such splendid surroundings. Appropriately the pub hosts an Opera performance once a year.

Pitcher & Piano

3-5 Church Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1HT

no real ale

Prince Of Wales

9 Camden Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2PS

One bar large town centre pub that does well at lunchtimes. The back leads out to Victoria Shopping arcade and in Summer you can sit out on the patio and watch the shoppers. Quiz nights on Wednesdays and next live music or gig displayed on posters inside.

Ragged Trousers

44 The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells TN2 5TN

Long narrow cafe-style pub straddling from London Road to the famous Georgian Pantiles area of the town. In clement weather the front seating provides an enviable position to observe passers by and activity of the local traders’ market. Inside the candle lit scrubbed wooden tables and low lighting create a cosy feel contrasting with the vibrant atmosphere. Four hand pumps dispense the local Larkins and Long Man ales and 2 x guest ales. Brasserie style meals and accompanying side dishes are served at lunchtime.

Robin Hood

Sandhurst Road, Tunbridge Wells TN2 3TP

Part of the Hungry House chain this themed family friendly pub offers reasonably priced food and a range of Greene King ales. Regular and seasonal promotions are part of the chain's offer. The pub has been recently refurbished.

Rose & Crown

47 Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells TN1 2AY

A few steps away from main shopping area this traditional pub is full of character. One bar in centre of room with stools for 'propping up bar' makes you talk to your fellow drinkers. Locals very friendly. Good home cooked food at reasonable prices at present lunch time only. There's a large upper room with a pool table and darts board also suitable for meetings etc. reached by a spiral staircase.

Royal Oak

92 Prospect Road, Tunbridge Wells TN2 4SY

Large but homely pub situated a short walk from the town centre and about 10 minutes from the railway station. Six hand pumps dispense mainly beers from Kent and Sussex breweries, such as Cellar Head and Iron Pier, on an ever changing basis, plus real ciders from Lilley's and Ascension. Local bands perform live most Saturday evenings and also on festival weekends. Check the chalkboard for information about forthcoming music and events. Ample space is available in which to enjoy live music, monthly quizzes or a game of bar billiards. No food served Monday, or after 5pm on Sunday.