This ex-Mackeson, Whitbread and Shepherd Neame free house was originally built as a hotel and provided refreshment to troops as it is on a path between Shorncliffe Camp and the sea. Outdoor tables overlook the sea. The pub has continuously changing beers from all over Britain, usually including at last one local beer. Live music occasionally during the summer, tasty home-made food every day, bar billiards and third pint glasses are available, also football, cricket, and snooker on satellite TV. Note that that the minimum card payment is £10.