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The East Kent (Shepherd Neame)
We believe this pub is CLOSED
| Beer (sort) | Average Score (sort) | No. Samples (sort) |
|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Late Red |  | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - The Faversham Steam Brewery - Whitstable Bay Red IPA | | 1 |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter |  | 2 |
| Shepherd Neame - Spitfire (or Spitfire Amber Ale) | Not Tried | 0 |
Visits Details
04 Jan 2025 (Jack William)
Mid afternoon. - well patronised - very much appealing to the DFL trade I think. All bare boards and grey paint. Real fire though. No ale choice - just the boring one.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | |
30 Jun 2017 (ChrisE)
Completely altered since my last visit, it looks very enticing from the outside with a new look inn sign depicting the Buffs East Kent Regiment badge including the Griffin. Inside has been refurbished with polished floor boards, exposed brick work and white tiling behind the bar with the words East Kent in the lettering that was used by the local bus company of that name.
The pictures that are currently on this site show the pub before refurbishment.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - The Faversham Steam Brewery - Whitstable Bay Red IPA | 4.50 | | This reminded me of Shepherd Neame Late Red. |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried | I did not have this but my friend was not impressed and only managed about two thirds of her pint. |
29 Sep 2016 (Philip Pirrip)
Still undergoing what looks like a total facelift. Bet they'll ruin the previously rather dark and unspoilt interior.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|
28 Mar 2015 (Andrew)
Very quiet. Nice interior with imposing bar in the middle.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 |  | Good condition but hint of vinegar. Left it. |
| Shepherd Neame - Spitfire (or Spitfire Amber Ale) | 4.20 | Not Tried |
06 Nov 2014 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening. Brief visit. Serious darting in full swing. Had forgotten how woody and etched glassy the interior is.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Neame - Late Red | 4.50 | | |
| Shepherd Neame - Master Brew Bitter | 3.70 | Not Tried |
About The East Kent
Summary of Beer Scores
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The pub is found in Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1DA.
Originally a multi-roomed traditional pub in Oxford Street at the south end of the shopping area. For many years had original internal door and external window glass panels show it has a Public Bar, Saloon Bar and a self-contained Coffee Room. Extensively refurbished in 2016 and re-opened in October with a bright airy style, typical of latter-day Shepherd Neame refurbishments, that has removed many of the original internal features. 3 handpumps. Closed early March 2025, seeking new tenants.
We have visited this pub 5 times, seen 4 different beers and tried 3 of them.
Postcode: CT5 1DA