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East Cliff Tavern, Folkestone

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Opens Mon at 4:00pm
Operator: Independent
13-15 East Cliff, Folkestone, CT19 6BU (View on Google Map)
(01303) 251132
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Since 1862 this traditional back-street two-terrace pub has been its local community hub. Family owned since 1967, Richard took the helm in 2004 earning 17 GBG entries since. Local musicians, the Leaky Bladders play Thursday 7.15 & Sun 4.30. Darts Friday. Needle craft 2nd-4th Wednesday evenings.

One pale beer from Kent Brewery is always available. Biddenden or Kingswood cider on gravity behind the bar.

Located a short walk from the harbour and just 60m from Tram Road via a pedestrian crossing over the disused railway track. The saloon is unused, so enter directly into the bar. Government surplus Bakelite tables support drinks and a traditional gas fire keeps cold at bay. Opening hours may vary, often stays open after hours, check if making a special visit.

NB Cash only.

Historic Interest

162 year old tavern, 1960s interior.

Information for this venue is provided by the Ashford Folkestone & Romney Marsh Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe District
Last updated
26/02/2025
Last surveyed
07/09/2024
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
individual
Pub ID
ASH/3934
Asset of Community Value

Two small rooms at the front. Larger back room was extended in 1948. Walk through the bar to reach the back room. Outside Gents' and Ladies. Only the counter is old; off sales lost.

Two small rooms at the front. Larger back room was extended in 1948. Walk through the bar to reach the back room. Outside Gents' and Ladies. Only the counter is old; off sales lost.

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Monday
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - 9:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 9:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 6:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 0 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen

Kent - Prohibition TasteMatch Prediction

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Kent - Prohibition
Kent - Prohibition Premium Pale Ale • 4.8% Spotted 5 times.
Kent - Prohibition
Kent - Prohibition

Spotted 5 times. recently. Last spotted 4 days ago at East Cliff Tavern, Folkestone.

ABV 4.8%
Style Premium Pale Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Kent - Tropic Ale TasteMatch Prediction

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Kent - Tropic Ale
Kent - Tropic Ale Premium Pale Ale • 4.9% Spotted once.
Kent - Tropic Ale
Kent - Tropic Ale

Spotted once. recently. Last spotted 1 day ago at East Cliff Tavern, Folkestone.

ABV 4.9%
Style Premium Pale Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Source: Local

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Facilities
Live Music Live Music
Thursday 7.15 & Sun 4.30
Garden Garden
Front Patio
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Events Events
Open 12-11 on Bank Holidays
Games Games
Separate Bar Separate Bar
Smoking Smoking
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
Real Cider Real Cider
LocAle LocAle
Quiet Quiet
Transport
Close to bus routes (100m)
Stagecoach: 74, 102 (At Harbour), 103 (At Harbour), 104
Closest station (1450m)
Folkestone Central
Directions
60m from Tram Rd via pedestrian crossing over disused tracks.

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