Lovely 16th century inn located in an area of outstanding natural beauty on Crundale Downs. Oak beams, hanging hops and large fireplaces with woodburners add to the atmosphere. The large garden is popular in the summer. The pub has won food and drink awards - the menu is imaginative, see the website. Booking is recommended. The Compasses was Kent Life Pub of the Year in 2015. It won John Smith's Best Food Pub in the Country in 2017, and landlord Rob was voted Gastropub Chef of the Year in 2017. It has just been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand, and is Daily Telegraph Gastropub national joint runnerup for 2019.