The Conqueror Alehouse, Ramsgate

Quinno _ left this review about The Conqueror Alehouse

There’s been some changes here in the 14 years since I last washed-up in Ramsgate and it’s under new ownership as of 2023. A bit more cosy inside than previously recalled - nautical ephemera on the walls and comfier seating but not too far removed from the original feel. Not obvious what's on, the clips above the cooler are the key which is fine if you’re local but it made me look like tourist impersonating Mr Magoo. Anyway it looked like 6 cask and 4 ciders, my choice of Mad Cat Jester was flat and over-vented (NBSS 2). Greene King (!) Bonkers Conkers being advertised 4 months ahead of time didn't inspire confidence. Currently not GBG and doesn't look likely to get in for 2025 if my quick visit was indicative – was the weakest of the micros I visited in Ramsgate.

November 2010
This brand new backstreet ‘micro-pub’ was opened only a few weeks ago and was formerly a corner shop. As you can imagine, the interior is small and is in fact only licensed for about 15 people. Named after the two-funnelled paddle steamer which operated excursions from Ramsgate to France around the beginning of the twentieth century, old photos of the ship and its crew adorn the walls. The ‘bar’ is basically a serving door (through which the toilet can be accessed). Two to three ales and a cider are usually on the go, all served direct from the barrel. Beers are usually local Kent breweries with the odd ‘foreigner’ thrown in every now and again. No keg or smoothflow here! Apple juice from the nearby Broomfield Orchard makes for nice non-alcoholic option. The Conqueror is a quiet pub -no music and TV free, which will appeal to the traditionalists. I enjoyed my visit and hope the place does well - it's just up the road from more established the Artillery Arms so the two can mutually benefit from each others presence and turn the area into a destination visit. Rated 7

On 25^th June 2024 - rating: 6
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