Food & Drink Awards 2017

LUX - Food & Drink Awards 2017 23 Best Pub & Casual Dining Venue - Canterbury Located in the medieval hamlet of Tyler Hill, surrounded by ancient woodland, only five minutes from Canterbury and 15 minutes from Whitstable, The Tyler’s Kiln is a destination pub not to be missed. Since opening in January 2015 following a multi-million-pound two-year renovation project, this unique venue wowed more than 30,000 visitors in its first year and has quickly risen to become one of the top pubs in Canterbury and the surrounding areas on TripAdvisor. As such, the Tyler’s Kiln prides itself on providing high quality, mostly British cuisine using locally sourced ingredients that change with the seasons. The venue includes a local produce section featuring jams, chutneys and honey from around Canterbury as well as a shop stocking essential items for locals. Upstairs, guests will find a fascinating museum area displaying medieval tiles, pottery and artefacts from Tyler Hill, a cosy snug, and a private dining/function room. The pub also boasts an impressive all-weather beer garden offering protection from the British weather at the touch of a button, and Al-Fresco dining into the evening keeping you warm with both over-head and under-bench heating. The thatched African gazebo is perfect for larger parties, and BBQ’s are available some weekends. Best Pub & Casual Dining Venue - Canterbury The Tyler’s Kiln is an eclectic venue boasting a wealth of activities, events and dining options based in Canterbury. We profile this beautiful establishment to learn more. Company: The Tyler’s Kiln Contact: Allister Collins Contact Email: [email protected] Address: 27 Hackington Road, Tyler Hill, Canterbury, CT2 9NE, UK Phone: 01227 471912 FO170014 Regular events include ‘steak and wine night’ every Tuesday (£19.95), ‘pie and pint night’ every Wednesday (£13.25), the Ceramic Sessions live music on the first Sunday of every month (free entry from 5.30pm), Bingo lounge night on the 2nd Monday of each month, and a quiz night on the last Monday of each month, so there is something for everyone. Overall, the Tyler’s Kiln has a bright future ahead, as the venue is now taking booking for Christmas, and is looking forward to hosting exciting celebrations for many years to come. “...providing high quality, mostly British cuisine using locally sourced ingredients that change with the seasons. The venue includes a local produce section featuring jams, chutneys and honey from around Canterbury as well as a shop stocking essential items.”