THE COMPASSES INN
Hidden above the Downs between Canterbury
and Ashford, down narrow winding roads
through an area of outstanding beauty tucked
away in the village of Crundale, you’ll find the
award-winning Compasses Inn.
Husband and wife team, Robert and Donna
Taylor, have been at The Compasses now for
five years and clearly have a true passion for
what they do, which reflects in the appearance
of the pub itself and the care and attention to
every detail inside.
The couple has a wealth of knowledge between
them having worked in some of the best
restaurants and hotels in London and Australia.
Robert says he feels lucky to own such a
gorgeous pub in a beautiful part of the county:
“We are surrounded by game estates, rivers for
fishing, farmlands with local producers and of
course the stunning Kent coastline,” he enthuses.
With meat coming from as little as a quarter of
a mile down the road and vegetables, herbs and
fruit used from their very own garden, they really
have grasped the concept of fresh local produce,
which is very often used too freely these days.
Unlike many, it’s still a pub with roaring log fires,
hop garlands and expertly selected real ales
from local brewer, Shepherd Neame. However,
it’s the food offering at The Compasses Inn that
is getting this pub noticed. With a cosy, relaxed
vibe and a menu that is all about seasonality and
creativity, all delivered in an unfussy manner.
Whilst visiting The Compasses, take the
opportunity to explore the local area which has
some of the top-ranked walks in the country.
Park your car, set off on foot or bicycle, and
return for a well-earned drink and something
to eat. Booking is always advisable.
With a regularly changing à la carte menu and
daily changing set-price lunch menu (two
courses £16.95, or three courses £19.95), The
Compasses Inn is perfect for casual weekday
dining and special weekends alike.
Winner of The Good Food Guide’s local
restaurant of the year 2017; Michelin
recommended 2018; Hardens recommended
2018; The Great British Pub Awards ‘Best Food
Pub in the UK’ and ‘Top 50 Gastropubs in the
UK’ for the second year running.
Sole Street, Crundale, Canterbury, CT4 7ES
01227 700300
www.thecompassescrundale.co.uk
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