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The Woolpack Inn (Shepherd Neame)
| Beer (sort) | Average Score (sort) | No. Samples (sort) |
|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Spitfire (or Spitfire Amber Ale) |  | 2 |
| Shepherd Neame - Old Smokey |  | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - Hop County | | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - Dragonfire | | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - Christmas Ale | | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - Hog Island East Coast Pale Ale (No. 18 Yard Brewhouse) |  | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | Not Tried | 0 |
| Shepherd Neame - Spitfire Gold (or Spitfire Golden Ale) | Not Tried | 0 |
Visits Details
17 Dec 2025 (Magnus Greel)
Early evening in this cosy comfy pub with a crackling log fire to warm the soul. Busy in both bars with Christmassy groups compared to The White Horse.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Christmas Ale | 5.00 | | Peppery fruity spiced ale with a hint of cloves, dates and prunes. |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried |
01 May 2023 (Jack William)
Very pleasant in the patio area on a sunny bank holiday afternoon.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Dragonfire | 4.50 | | I thought that this was a new Shep’s brew for me - but this site knows better! The pump clip said “malty, citrus, hoppy” trying to cover all bases it seems. I got citrus and hoppy, in a well kept pint. I’m sure the recipe has changed since the pint I had in the Shakespeare in 2015. |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried |
01 Apr 2019 (Magnus Greel)
Late afternoon a family group in ordering a meal, one other chap at the bar soon joined by another who made more loud noise than the baby with the family.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Hop County | 4.80 | | Described as caramel with tropical notes yet I found this sweet, tart more marzipan flavoured. |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Shepherd Neame - Spitfire Gold (or Spitfire Golden Ale) | 4.10 | Not Tried |
19 Mar 2017 (Jack William)
Sunday evening - more staff than customers. Looks pleasant enough.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Hog Island East Coast Pale Ale (No. 18 Yard Brewhouse) | 4.80 | | No Shep's provenance on the pump clip - bland. The marketeers have spent more time on this than the master brewers. |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried |
19 May 2012 (Ian)
They had the Old Smokey on from the pilot brewery so I had to go.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Old Smokey | 4.20 | | More peaty smoke than like a bacon smoke decent smoked beer. Could have had a slightly better carbonation |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried |
19 Mar 2009 (Michael)
Log Fire in the Bar welcomes the visitor at this time of year
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Spitfire (or Spitfire Amber Ale) | 4.20 | | Malt and Kentish Hops flavour provides a refreshing smooth bitter |
01 Jan 2007 (Trevor)
Lunchtime arrival. Warm friendly atmosphere
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Spitfire (or Spitfire Amber Ale) | 4.20 | | |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried |
About The Woolpack Inn
Summary of Beer Scores
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|---|---|
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| 2 |
| 4 |
| 1 |
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The pub is found in Chilham, Kent, CT4 8DL.
One roomed pub in The Street, with a warm open-hearthed fireplace. Re-opened Tuesday 21st November 2023 after long period of closure for a refurbishment. Has accommodation too.
We have visited this pub 7 times, seen 8 different beers and tried 6 of them.
Postcode: CT4 8DL