The Chequers Inn, Ashford

Reopened late November after a brief but somewhat controversial period of closure. Now owned by a local family. It has seen changes over the years, and the historical Public Bar,(to the right of the bow window facing the street), is now laid up for dining, as are zones in the Saloon,(nearest the Church.) Drinkers and dogs are welcome. On my mid week visit on a foul evening a few days after reopening the trade was largely local, and lager was to the fore. However the pint of Harvey's XXXX Sussex Old Ale was in superlative condition: indeed it was probably the best pint I've had in the fifty plus years I've known this house. I've always said that The Chequers could be the leading pub in the area; a smashing old building with the spaces and facilities for both.dining and a wet trade, together with letting rooms in a highly attractive Kent village.