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This tastefully refurbished 19th C. Shepherd Neame pub overlooks Chislehurst Common and St Nicholas parish church. It is one of only a handful of Shepherd Neame pubs that have guest rooms available. It can get very popular in sunny weather with many people sitting outside. Parking is available on the narrow street, but it can be very busy at times.
The stylish interior has an open plan L-shaped bar with large windows that bring in plenty of light and mixed tiled and wooden flooring. There is an assortment of high and low tables and seating with stools that surround the wooden bar. This leads into the large and impressive dining area, with its mixed décor of dark blue and cream, exposed brick, complete with floral prints. The orangery with its roof lantern has patio doors that open out into the remodelled garden. The theme is clean and modern, whilst retaining plenty of traditional character.
Many events are held in the pub, including quiz, jazz and open mic evenings. It is also home to several local community groups.
The large patio garden is divided into various areas with assorted seating and covered shelters, overlooked by tall trees.
As well as up to four cask ales from Shepherd Neame, there are several keg beers from the same brewery.
Re-opened in Spring 2023 following an extensive renovation and going on to win a "Highly Commended" award on 19th June 2024 in the Refurbishment category of CAMRA's Pub Design Awards.
Breakfast is served 8 am to 10.30 am every day.
Instagram page is @crownchislehurst
Historic Interest
Built in 1874, this replaced a former inn dating from 1832 on nearby Crown Lane and was erected on ground taken from the common at a yearly rent of "two fat pullets". Overlooking the common towards St Nicholas' church, this was once popular for festivities as well as cockfighting, which took place in the Cockpit until this was abolished in 1834, followed by stick fighting until this was abolished in 1862 along with the annual Whitsun Fair. The inn is surrounded by former gravel pits which were excavated for road building use. The Metropolitan Commons Supplemental Act 1888 subsequently saved the common for public use. The path at the back of the inn marks the end of the former racecourse, which was used every Whitsuntide 1851-1860.
This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 3 regular beers.
Crown Inn, Chislehurst
Changing beers typically include: Shepherd Neame (varies)
Sports TV
Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals
Live Music
Garden
Family Friendly
Parking
Dog Friendly
Accommodation
Events
Function Room
Restaurant
Smoking
Wi Fi
Real Ale
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