Carpenters Arms

Overlooking the village green and duck pond, this 18th-century two-roomed pub is one of CAMRA's Real Heritage Pubs and has been in the same family for over 100 years. Its simple furniture and decor has remained largely unchanged for 50 years. It is a community pub for conversation, good fellowship and a place for local societies to meet. Three charities are supported by the pub:Prostate Cancer and the local Lions Club. Their third charity is Toilet Twinning: The Gent's toilet is being twinned with a toilet in Bechani, Malawi and the Ladies toilet with a toilet in Makawanpur, Nepal. At least two real ales are available. One is always from a Kent brewery. The second provides the element of surprise, being from a brewery from anywhere in the UK. At least three ciders, from Kentish Pip, are available. A summer beer festival is held at the end of June to coincide with the Church Fete. Entertainment varies from darts, dominoes and skittles to auctions/competitions of local produce, community-themed food nights and a maggot race. Dog-friendly. The pub may open in the afternoon for small groups.

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Historic England Entry:
Kent’s Public House Archive: Carpenters Arms, Coldred

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Photos courtesy of the Carpenter's Arm's Coldred.