The Bowl, situated high above Charing on top of the North Downs in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), was originally built as a farmhouse in 1512 and in 1606 became a brewhouse. It has had a long and varied history until the present licensees took charge in 1992.
Alan and Sue Paine have managed to forge their own mark on this 16th century freehouse. For those not content to just relax in front of the log fire in the huge old inglenook or play a quiet game of cards, dominoes or shut-the-box, there is an unusual hexagonal rotating pool table. Added to this is an extensive rural garden and south facing sun terrace which is covered and heated on more typical English summer days! There are also facilities for camping.
Food and Drink
The Bowl has a small, but varied, snack menu with the emphasis on traditional country pub offerings including Kent cured ham and English cheddar ploughman’s. Other menu items include hot bacon and Kentish sausage sandwiches made with fresh crusty bread. Wherever possible food is sourced locally.
There are regular events held at the pub, these include: the very popular Steak nights (booking advisable), Quiz nights and Beer Festivals. Full details of events can be found on the website or please call the Bowl Inn.
As the home of one of Kent's most popular Beer Festivals, four top condition Real Ales are always available. The house beer is Fullers London Pride, the others rotate every barrel and often include Kentish ales as well as firm favourites like Adnams and Harveys.
Accommodation
There are five individually styled en-suite double bedrooms in a new annexe to the building, with separate access.
Please see our website for more details.
Opening Hours
The Bowl Inn is open:
Monday to Thursday, noon to 11.30pm
Friday and Saturday, noon to midnight
Sunday, noon to 11pm