Anchor Inn, Wingham

Traditional wood-beamed pub.

This family-run, pub is located in the heart of Wingham. The rambling, multi-roomed interior with dark beams and wooden floors together with its separate public bar make for a comfortable, welcoming environment for all, in which to have a drink or a meal.

The licensee’s passion to preserve the vibe and history of the traditional English pub is abundantly evident. The pub has won a number of high-profile industry awards which is testimony to the work and effort that has been put into this successful pub.

There's a good selection of real ales, with usually at least one ale from a Kent brewery.

The Anchor is renowned for its acoustic/eclectic music events, which include live music on Sundays, ad hoc shows from international touring artists and an annual music festival. A fun quiz is held every other Thursday.

The function room/Arts Centre is available for hire and is a community resource for use by local people. It hosts a number of clubs and social/charity events including open mic nights, Pigeon Shows and two Ukulele Clubs.

To the side and rear there's a very large garden where the Bat & Trap and Petanque pitches are located together with an outside stage.

Although the pub is not fully-disabled friendly, ramps provide access to the pub and garden and the toilet is accessible.

There is limited parking in the front of the pub, a free public car park across the road and ample on-street parking. The Anchor is also adjacent to a bus stop with a regular service to Canterbury and Sandwich.

Recent Awards:
Great British Pub Awards: Best Live Entertainment Pub finalists.
KALC Community Awards 2021.
KM Group: Top 5 Pub Gardens in Kent 2021.
Kent Life: 10 Best Pub Sunday lunches 2020.
Trip Advisor: Travelers Choice 2020.
Canterbury College: Outstanding Employer Award 2020.
CAMRA Branch Summer Pub of the Season Winner 2018.
Historic England Entry: 1070128
Kent’s Public House Archive: Anchor Inn, Wingham