The Plough Inn

A 9.5/10 Booking.com-rated countryside gastropub in Stalisfield Green, The Plough Inn occupies a 14th-century Wealden hall house high on the North Downs and operates as a traditional British pub with dog-friendly rooms. Guests choose from family rooms and Deluxe King Suites such as Willow, a two-level suite with a separate seating area, private bathroom, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, and panoramic countryside views extending to the sea. The onsite restaurant, run by chef Richard and host Marianne, serves European cuisine with a farm-to-table focus, including Sunday roast beef, triple-cooked chips, panna cotta with rhubarb sorbet, and liquorice cheesecake. Breakfast at The Plough Inn is delivered to rooms and includes continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. The bar has log fires and local ales, while the property includes a garden, outdoor furniture, children's playground, and an electric vehicle charging station. Walking and cycling tours are available, and the inn provides a bespoke map of circular walks in the surrounding Kent Downs. The Plough Inn is 5 km from Belmont House and Gardens, 15 km from Leeds Castle, 24 km from Canterbury Cathedral, and 80 km from London City Airport. Free parking, non-smoking rooms, meeting/banquet facilities, packed lunches, private check-in/check-out, and safety deposit boxes are available.

The owners and staff receive consistent praise for warm, friendly service.

Guest reviews describe the wine list as impressive and keenly priced, with local beers such as Goachers on offer.

Dogs are welcome in the bar area during dinner.

The pub runs regular themed food nights and events.

Guest reviews describe the rooms as spotlessly clean, with excellent bed linen and pillows.

The twin beds are not standard single size and are best suited to children.

Dinner service can be slow between courses when the pub is busy.