Historic pubs · South East England
The Powell Arms Public House
In or near Birchington-on-Sea.
The Powell Arms Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Birchington-on-Sea · 0.6 km
About
The Powell Arms Public House 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
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Thanet Coast SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
- Ramsar wetland: Thanet Coast & Sandwich Bay
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Powell Arms Public House is located in Birchington, Kent, in South-East England. It is situated within the Thanet Coast Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), as well as the Ramsar-designated Thanet Coast & Sandwich Bay. Visitors can expect a traditional pub setting, ideal for enjoying local beverages and food in a scenic environment. The surrounding area offers opportunities for exploration of the natural landscape and coastal features.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3739, 1.3064
- County
- Kent
- District
- Thanet
- Parish
- Birchington
- Postcode
- CT7 9AF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Herne Bay and Sandwich
- Nearest railway station
- Birchington-on-Sea — 0.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26499587 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Powell Arms Public House?
- The Powell Arms Public House is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT7 9AF), in the parish of Birchington.
- What is The Powell Arms Public House?
- The Powell Arms Public House in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Powell Arms Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Birchington-on-Sea, about 0.6 km away. The nearest town is Birchington-on-Sea. Drivers can use postcode CT7 9AF.
- Is The Powell Arms Public House a protected site?
- Yes — The Powell Arms Public House is part of the Thanet Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Powell Arms Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Birchington-on-Sea, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT7 9AF.