Historic pubs · South East England
The Stag
In or near Shepway.
The Stag 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 West · 0.5 km
About
The Stag 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: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Stag is a pub located in Maidstone, Kent, within the South-East England region. It is situated in an area designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the Kent Downs. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, offering a selection of drinks and a casual dining experience. The setting provides an opportunity to enjoy local surroundings characteristic of the Kent countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2731, 0.5213
- County
- Kent
- District
- Maidstone
- Parish
- Maidstone, unparished area
- Postcode
- ME14 1TG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Maidstone and Malling
- Nearest railway station
- Maidstone West — 0.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26376644 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Stag?
- The Stag is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode ME14 1TG), in the parish of Maidstone, unparished area.
- What is The Stag?
- The Stag in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Stag?
- The nearest railway station is Maidstone West, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode ME14 1TG.
- Is The Stag a protected site?
- Yes — The Stag is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Stag?
- The nearest railway station is Maidstone West, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ME14 1TG.