The Kings Head, Maidstone

Comfortable village pub, with a traditional weatherboarded upper façade. Partly opened-out inside to leave various seating / dining areas around what is now an island bar, but the layout still retains a good deal of character. A pleasant beer garden can also be found to one side. For the real ales in this part of Kent, it was no surprise to find Shepherd Neame's Master Brew and Harvey's (£4.60) available from two of the three handpumps.