The Mulberry Tree, Maidstone

The Mulberry Tree is essentially a restaurant, but its bar is also open to those just wanting a drink. The building itself looks like a modern house (added on to an older building to the rear), and indeed this was apparently what was intended by the owner who bought the former Red House pub which once stood on this site. However, following a long dispute, it could only get planning permission for business use (and, despite its rather remote rural location, it seems to be doing pretty well given the various food awards it was won). Beer-wise, there are two handpumps offering Harveys and the local (and rather splendid) Goachers Light. NB - There is also an attractive garden area to the rear.