Red Lion (Free House)
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21 Jul 2015 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening. A warm, balmy night but cool inside. I forget how good this place is betwixt visits and how often we used to come here. Tonight packed just after opening time as there was a Parish Council meeting in one of the rooms. We met, serendipitously, Brian, John and Martin and had a good chat with another enthusiastic (of unspoilt pubs) stranger who was keeping a photo diary. "Traditional" cherry brandy with our valedictory pints. Superb red sky, partly shrouded by a long narrow cloud, made for a notable walk back to Appledore railway station afterwards.
| Goacher's - 1066 Old Ale | 6.70 |  | The dog's, as a beer |
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 |  | |
| Goacher's - Gold Star | 5.10 |  | Never a great brew |
| Goacher's - DSB (house beer) | 3.80 | | Doris's Special Bitter (presumably) - the house beer. Very malty and a lack of any hop smack |
10 Jan 2015 (Ian)
Lovely pub. Doris is getting a little doddery now. But still fantastic.
| Goacher's - 1066 Old Ale | 6.70 | | Strong fruity lovely. |
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale (now use separate 3.4% entry) | 3.60 | | Last half out of the polypin. Good though. |
| Whitstable - Native Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Whitstable - Pearl of Kent | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Hop Fuzz - Boubourn | 5.00 | Not Tried | |
30 Nov 2014 (Alenomore)
Refreshing ride for a couple of hours of good company. Whilst in the pub today I bought a copy of the new book, Kent Smuggler's Pubs, an excellent read for anyone interested in the history of what this area is famous for. A 'must have', or even better, a Xmas present for someone special? Full of local facts, historical information and the locations of all the Inns and places of ill repute, all related to this huge black market activity that prevailed in our nation between circa 1700-1850. And I proudly got my copy signed for prosperity by Doris and Kate too. Recommended.
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
| Goacher's - DSB (house beer) | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
09 Nov 2014 (Alenomore)
Afternoon ride-out stop and the usual good natured local crowd in. Some post-Halloween Ales still available too.
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
02 Nov 2014 (Alenomore)
Lunchtime and a welcome haven from the weather of Noah proportions to hit this part of Kent today! Good crowd and the annual post-Halloween/Pumpkin festival of Friday night meant 8 ales available from the cask. Still the best pub in Kent i.m.h.o....
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
| Goacher's - 1066 Old Ale | 6.70 | Not Tried | My friend tried this and another pint to be sure... |
| Bank Top - Sweeney's | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Westerham - Double Stout | 5.50 | Not Tried | |
| Northumberland - Uncle Fester | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Whitstable - Black Lager | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Magic Dragon (formerly New Plassey) - Thriller | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Westerham - General Wolfe 1759 Maple Ale | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
26 Oct 2014 (Alenomore)
Lunchtime visit whilst out riding. Pumpkins in place for the upcoming annual Halloween/Pumpkin Festivals?
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
21 Sep 2014 (Alenomore)
Lunchtime and a late flying visit having been to the nearby bike show in Hamstreet. Usual's in. Nice day.
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
24 Aug 2014 (Alenomore)
Late lunchtime visit. Usual locals in but fairly quiet too.
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
09 Aug 2014 (Alenomore)
Arrived just in time at 7pm to here the doors unlock, and like Bees to the Honeypot, 10 people in within 15minutes? Quickie before riding off in last of the daylight.
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
06 Jul 2014 (Alenomore)
Late lunchtime and en-route on another Marsh Ride. Today it was very quiet here with just a smattering of locals about.
| Goacher's - Real Mild Ale | 3.40 | Not Tried | |
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