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The Parrot, Canterbury

1-9 Church Lane, St Radigunds
Canterbury
CT1 2AG

Phone: 01227454170

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Canterbury Central

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Will Larter left this review about The Parrot

A food oriented pub in a well preserved, ancient building with tasteful modern music going on in the background. I walked in and asked for a half of Master Brew, which was willingly served, then noticed that all the tables, including an upturned barrel, were set up for dining. Well, it's Valentines, isn't it. I soon spotted a small table just around the corner with no accoutrements and took my beer there (no beer mats). In fact there are five hand pumps but only two Sheps beers on, Whitstable Bay being the one I swerved; Bishops Finger was turned round.

On 14^th February 2026 - rating: 6
[User has posted 4674 recommendations about 4283 pubs]

Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Parrot

Dubiously claims to be Canterbury's oldest pub (although the former St Radigund's Hall is certainly one of its oldest buildings), and despite a makeover or two it retains some character in the 'T'-shaped bar and seating areas in three corners. So, very traditional in appearance - both inside and out - but in other ways quite modern as a 'Pub & Dining' establishment. Although lacking in obvious branding, it is a Shepherd Neame house, and on this visit I found Master Brew, Whitstable Bay Pale and the more seasonal Rudolph's Revenge (with a handwritten 5% label, £6.00) on three of the six handpumps.

On 28^th December 2025 - rating: 7
[User has posted 9063 recommendations about 9063 pubs]

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E TA left this review about Parrot

A great Shepherd Neame pub close to Canterbury West Station, the layout described below. It was a pleasant evening with good banter and helpful staff. Ales on were Nun’s Delight, Masterbrew and Spitfire, plus Whitstable Bay Blonde and Stout. The beers were in good condition. It’s well worth a visit and makes for a good crawl when teamed up with other pubs just a stone’s throw away.

On 14^th July 2022 - rating: 7
[User has posted 3717 recommendations about 3678 pubs]

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