Historic pubs · South East England
The Castle Inn
In or near Chiddingstone.
The Castle Inn in England South East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Penshurst · 2.3 km
About
The Castle Inn is a historic pub in England South East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Castle Inn is a pub located in Chiddingstone, Kent, within the South-East England region. It is situated in an area designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) for both the High Weald and Kent Downs. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, typical of rural England, set against a scenic backdrop. The establishment serves as a local gathering spot, reflecting the character of the surrounding countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1859, 0.1455
- County
- Kent
- District
- Sevenoaks
- Parish
- Chiddingstone
- Postcode
- TN8 7AH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tonbridge
- Nearest railway station
- Penshurst — 2.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17545679 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Castle Inn?
- The Castle Inn is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN8 7AH), in the parish of Chiddingstone.
- What is The Castle Inn?
- The Castle Inn in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Castle Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Penshurst, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN8 7AH.
- Is The Castle Inn a protected site?
- Yes — The Castle Inn is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB) and the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Castle Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Penshurst, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN8 7AH.