Historic pubs · South East England
The Royal Albion Inn
In or near Shepway.
The Royal Albion Inn in England South East, United Kingdom.
David Anstiss — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Maidstone East · 0.2 km
About
The Royal Albion 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.
Photo gallery
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Royal Albion Inn is a pub located in Maidstone, Kent, in South-East England. It sits within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), offering a scenic backdrop for visitors. The establishment provides a traditional pub experience, catering to both locals and travellers. Expect a relaxed atmosphere, with typical pub amenities and a focus on community.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2756, 0.5200
- County
- Kent
- District
- Maidstone
- Parish
- Maidstone, unparished area
- Postcode
- ME14 1QE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Maidstone and Malling
- Nearest railway station
- Maidstone East — 0.2 km
Sources
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Royal Albion Inn?
- The Royal Albion Inn is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode ME14 1QE), in the parish of Maidstone, unparished area.
- What is The Royal Albion Inn?
- The Royal Albion Inn in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Royal Albion Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Maidstone East, about 0.2 km away. The nearest town is Shepway. Drivers can use postcode ME14 1QE.
- Is The Royal Albion Inn a protected site?
- Yes — The Royal Albion Inn is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Royal Albion Inn?
- The nearest railway station is Maidstone East, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME14 1QE.