The Cock Inn in Gravesham

Proper country pub , excellent variety of beers and ales from abroad and local breweries. Friendly atmosphere one of the best pubs in area. If you like traditional then this pub certainly ticks all the boxes .. would highly recommend.

Great pub. Traditional..... drinks only, no food. Free House, with an awesome selection of English and German beers. The Landlord (Andrew) is very friendly, as is his Wife and the Staff. No TV, no wi fi, phones are discouraged. People actually talk with each other there. You will love it.

I previously gave this pub a 5* rating back in May last year. Im sure it is still a wonderful pub but I was so disappointed to see they now close at 10pm every night. The pub is fairly remote and by the time I get there I would only have time for a quick couple of beers before closing. I write this as a bit of constructive feedback as the owners have allways seemed to strive for a very traditional pub, but traditionally rural pubs closed at 11pm. Unfortunately I wont be able to go there while they are closing early. Hopefully they may rethink!!!

We visited the Cock Inn after a very unpleasant experience at a neighbouring pub. The staff here were extremely warm and friendly. The beer was lovely and nothing was too much trouble for anyone. This is a proper country pub and you would go a long way to find one as lovely as this. Thank you to the owners and team.

We had not visited The Cock Inn for quite a long while. What a relief to see that it is still so cosy and welcoming. It is decorated uniquely with shelves of old books, beer mats displayed on the ceiling and many attractive spitfire pictures on the walls. I commented to my husband that there was so much of interest to look at, but everywhere was spotlessly clean. Six real ales and a wide range of unusual lagers too. We shall be returning sooner rather than later.

I have been to The Cock In many times, but this is my first review. Partly in response to KentTracey.She said there was no food on offer, but The Cock Inn is an English Pub, not a restaurant. Perhaps a McDonalds would have suited her needs better.There is indeed 'stuff everywhere' giving The Cock Inn its unique and interesting Character.Drinks are fairly priced, not Weatherspoons prices, but this pub isn't a Weatherspoons.Keep up the great work and please don't change the pub in any way. I for one cant wait to be over the Covid-19 restrictions and get back to fantastic traditional English pubs like yours.

Looks good from the outside inside tells a different story, We stopped in as passing through our first and last visit. Couple of people in there and bar staff only wanted to chat to them we interupted that chat and was not made welcome. No food on offer only overpriced stale rolls and over priced drinks . There is stuff everywhere on the walls and ceilings even in the toilets. Very sexist and old fashioned. dirty too needs to be refurbished asap. Landlord was older man loked to be on his death bed . He needs to admit defeat and let some new blood take it over and make it a good place to go we wont be returning anytime soon nor will we recomend it

Outstanding pub in beautiful surroundings. No food served these days but plenty of excellent ales, busy with a friendly vibe. No under 18's permitted which is fair enough. Given the difficulties in finding and retaining decent kitchen staff and associated costs, its tremendous to see this magnificent pub keep going successfully on wet sales alone - long may it continue!

The Cock in has charm and atmosphere .The staff are friendly , the food nicely prepared and at a reasonable price.Ample parking .If you want to see some “ humour”, visit the men’s room and you will know what I mean .Well worth stopping in .

We hadn't been for a while due the bloke running it rude and obnoxious pillock went back as somebody said he had gone and iyt was good once again. We had a couple of drinks and the place was heaving and the people were older and it was lovely. Andy the landlord was in the bar and this was good to see. the person I was with had been going in this pub since he was about fifteen. I like to go this pub and sit with my book while he has a drink or two or three . Yiu can sit and relax no music, nothing just peace and quiet for while. so if you want quiet and a drink and bar snack then this is the place to go

This is a traditional English real ale pub. You will NOT find a juke box, fruit machines or a pool table ... but you WILL find a bar billiard table, a dart board, cards, shelves of books to read, great beer and pleasant friendly people. They don't do meals but they do sandwiches and snacks. I love this pub, because there are not many pubs left like it.

A really good old fashioned drinking establishment. Lots of great pictures on the walls. Beer mats on the ceiling. This is an over 18 's only pub. A nice pub to enjoy a quiet drink.

Everything about this pub was lovely. Great if you like a real beer in a pub with lots of history! We really had an amazing time here and would recommend to everyone

The Cock Inn is as good as it gets, in my opinion. No, it's not a chain or a family restaurant, it's an English country pub!

If a lifeless branded chain is your thing don’t bother stopping here, if however you want to savour a traditional English Country Pub then step right in.This place does not promote itself as a modern watering hole with all the noise and technology that comes with it, it prides itself on being traditional and part of the local community in the countryside in Kent. Want to know what a traditional village public house was like in days gone by.... then visit The Cock Inn.You will be welcomed by the staff and clientele alike and you will no doubt find a nice quiet place to enjoy your drink and/or food in peace if that’s what you want to do.Ample parking and large gardens to sit in during the warmer weather.Go for it, there is more life and character in this one pub than a dozen of the branded chain pubs put together!

On our anniversary thought we would drop in as we had driven passed a few times and had looked like a good old fashioned country pub, we looked at the menu and plumped for a stake and ale pie beans and mash as it was a cold day, well the pie was shop bought but ok the mash was instant and dreadful, the beans were beans what can you say, and the gravy instant too, over all I have had better in some transport cafes. As I then needed to relive myself I was both amused and shocked to find vintage pictures of naked women in various states of undress plastered all over the walls, Totally inappropriate for a public house.

Wed 22/11/17 our local Ramblers group pre booked this pub for a Wednesday 10 mile walk ,when we arrived the pub was fairly busy and then a second walking party turned up. I thought the pub coped very well with a packed house, they had a good selection of beers on and the food was fresh (most of the group had baguettes and we were about 20 in number) these were huge ,some of the group shared then ,I did not share my lovely prawn baguette , Great pub which we are going to return to in the New Year on another walk.

This is how a proper English Pub should be. A wide choice of real Ales, no fruit machines, and good service.

We stopped by for a bite to eat after a very nice hike in the area. I loved everything about this traditional pub, the warm welcome and friendly nature of the young lady that served us, great food and good portions, cosy fire, quirky decor and historical mementos dotted around the place. Wish I had a local like this !

The building as such is absolutely beautiful, inside and outside, with 2 separate bars with a really authentic interior.

Es un niño muy encantador pub gratis. ¿Por qué cualquier sensato adulto quiere tomar sus hijos a un establecimiento donde los hombres son de beber alcohol? Este un soplo de aire fresco. Su maravilloso para no ser molestados por los gritos malcriados; sería que se admiten para escapar con ella. No tantrums o llorando o argumentos sobre la comida. Un oasis de niño apreciado gratis.

Nos detuvimos en un domingo de almuerzo para tomar una bebida y algo de comer. Hay signos de que se deje claro que no es un restaurante que está bien. Sin embargo, si vas a servir comida, al menos poner en un plato decente presentación significa mucho.

Won't allow children even in the garden. Most hostile pub I been too. Really would not recommend this to anyone. Awful pub to say the least

Pub agradable en una ubicación rural. La cerveza es variado, incluyendo un suave. Jardín limpio, zona de fumadores fuera con calentadores. Concurso semanal. Comida, sencillo y bueno. Es todo lo que quieres en un pub. Visitar y disfrutar de las cervezas. . . .

Great country pub with a stupendously difficult quiz on a Tuesday night. As usual we nearly won the booby prize for coming last.

Sólo un pequeño comentario para este encantador pub inglés antiguo país. Metimos en con mi esposa para comer en un almuerzo entre semana. El pub era esencialmente vacío, pero nos recibió un personal amable. Fue un día frío y la estufa a leña era pican. El pub ofrece un pub muy básico - menú de comida, principalmente compuesto de sándwiches, pero con una cocida. Los bocadillos eran buenos sandwiches ir, el principal era un pastel y patatas fritas. El pastel podría haber sido mejor, pero este no es un restaurante.

Most my friends and I mainly go here for the excellent beers and ciders. Andy and Adnam (Andy's son!) have won the regional district CAMRA awards for years. But we all occasionally indulge in the solids as well which are always very nice having been prepared by the delightful Denise!Kids are allowed in the open outside seating area but what a relief they're not allowed inside and no balsted fruit machines either. A PROPER PUB which is why it is always busy! Dogs welcome! Been coming here 42 years since moped days. Great vintage motorbike rallies in Summer. cheers PeteH

Visited recently for a quiet meal and was satisfied with my experience. I found the food tasty and the atmosphere within was good. I would definitely visit again as there were other good choices on the menu which is could have chosen.

Walked into this pub today and felt like outcasts as we had a 4 year old child with us, so unfriendly and unwelcoming ive never experienced this before, so went to the golden lion just down the road which was lovely

stopped at this lovely pub on our way back to kent for sunday lunch,food excellent and staff great.. would highly recommend a very enjoyable experience

Visited for lunch with my mate. Never been here but he's been a few times so thought were go for a spot of lunch. Lovely little pub with lovely beer garden in the sunshine. Lovely atmosphere in the pub as its a proper traditional pub! Very impressed..

The menu is extensive and the service is good. Gets a bit chilly during the winter months but a few beers soon provides a beer jacket for warmth so who cares? Traverse the beer blackboard if you dare - the range is huge and the quality is good. Definitely a time for a designated driver or a taxi.

Quaint little pub out in the country. Staff so friendly made us feel welcome. Lovely enclosed garden. Large car park opposite. We haven't eaten there but food looked nice. My husband and son love the choice of beers they have on. Presecco in small bottles! Well worth a visit.

I used to live near this pub as a child so was really looking forward to actually going inside this time (notice on the door says 'No children allowed inside). The friendliest thing about the pub was a visitors dog who vaguely looked interested in the fact that two people had come into the space. The bar lady was not welcoming at all. She didn't smile and one could have cut the atmosphere with a knife. We were saved, while we were drinking our £4 each lager shandies, by another visitor and struck up a conversation with him, otherwise we would have been left to whisper to each other as it felt like there was a sign up saying 'No talking/laughing/being friendly allowed'

Excellent pub with great beer. Good for dog walkers but no children are allowed which might be a positive for some people

This is our favourite pub, great atmosphere. A proper traditional pub. Our only problem is we live one hour and 10 minutes walk away from The Cock, so a visit involves a lot of exercise . Well worth it though.

As the title of this review suggests, it is always a pleasure to visit this 'Old English' pub, with its friendly, welcoming, staff and cosy atmosphere but on our latest visit we were disappointed to find that choice of menu on the 'Specials' board had been drastically reduced to only one choice! Luckily for us the choice was Rib of Beef, which we thorough enjoyed .The standard 'Pub Grub' menu does not appear to have been reduced and they still serve a great pint of St Austel Trelawny.

No frills. Just a place to enjoy food, drink and good company. Welcomed with friendly conversation at the bar by staff and other customers.Enjoyed bird watching from the conservatory.Huge positive for me - no under 18's

We visited The Cock Inn with our walking group and were greeted with a smile, pleasant service and good wholesome food. The pub has a great character atmosphere with lots of interesting curios. If you like wildlife their garden is full of bird feeders drawing in a variety of small birds giving a fantastic closeup view. We will certainly be going back. Thanks, keep up the good work.

The Cock is rightly famous for its friendly ambience and it's great selection of well kept real ales. However, the fish and chips we ordered were a massive disappointment. The battered cod looked very much as if it came from a freezer pack, ready battered and the the chips had the mushy texture of oven chips.In retrospect, the sausage rolls and Cornish pasties in the hot box on the bar might have made a far more appetising choice.

Very cosy inside. Frendly staff. Good decoration and aura. Nice beer, cider and wine. Very clean toilet.

Five of us went to the cock Inn at Luddesdowne,my wife said it was one of the worst meals she has ever had, her friend and her had a vege bake which was like a bit of toast burnt on the bottom,the other two had fish and chips which was so over cooked ithe batter was dark brown near black,the chips were under cooked,thay had a job trying to cut them, me I had a steak pie witch wasnot bad but the mash was cold and the peas we the same, so we went and told the bar staff and recived our money back,what happened I don't know,the bar staff told us the chef had not been there that day,so who ever was cooking had no iidear how to cook,seeing the other meals coming out thay did not look to good,on top of that we waited a hour and half for the meals to come,was not worth the wait,my wife said she wont go there again,she wants to try the Golden Lyon,hope that is better.

This place is a very welcome place to go when you want to get away from the hurly burly. It's a good, old fashioned English country pub, with a welcome for all and a large and loyal local clientele. The prices are uninflated and so it the attitude of the people who go there - staff and customers alike.

Beautiful pub, tucked away from the hustle & bustle of modern life. Very friendly & welcoming. Love the rolls & the basket meals. Especially cosy during the winter months where you can sit round the fire...x

This pub has a very traditional feel where the focus is on the drink rather than the food, so many local country pubs which have turned themselves into Gastropubs. I visited around lunchtime and it was refreshing to see people enjoying there drinks and talking rather than feeling like you were in a middle class restaurant. There is a great selection of beers at resonance prices. The pub also serves good basic home style food which was ok and great value.

Idiosyncratic pub off the main drag. Very interesting ambience. For example must see the lad’s loo, for the glamour pics. Apparently the ladies loo is the same. Food good but would advise the veggies are not very fresh or seasonal as described in the menu, the meat dish was a little on the dry side. Biggest problem was the dogs. If your gonna ban kids why not dogs as well. Plenty of room in the big outdoor area for dogs. Nearly tripped over a dog sitting in the gloom at the top of a step.

We stopped in here for a drink and some lunch while out on a walk in the beautiful surrounding countryside. It's a traditional pub with a lovely beer garden. The staff were all very friendly. There were a good selection of sandwiches (HUGE!) and other lunch-type things, at reasonable prices. We will definitely aim to come back to this pub when we are out walking in the future.And yes, children aren't allowed - whether you think this is a good or a bad thing probably depends on whether or not you have kids...!!!

Great bar, ambience, beer and cider, dog friendliness, filmstar pics and perfumes in the ladies' loo. They won't mind if your dog's a bit naughty, but don't bring the children (no matter how well behaved they may be)! You have been warned!

Lovely little Kentish pub brilliant setting and service was good tooEnjoyed the atmosphere food was a bit limited but the overall experience was enjoyable

Went to this pub for lunch after finding it in The Pub Guide and wanted to treat the father-in-law.First impression, a good old fashioned pub both inside and out. The staff were excellent and when I asked what the three pump lagers were that I had never heard of she straight away gave me a sample of each to try, nice touch.We had lamb shanks with all the trimmings which were delicious washed down with good beer. The food was piping hot which we appreciated having been given luke warm meals on too many occasions elsewhere. Only disappointment was they didn't have any desserts which we found strange as it was a Friday and although not full there were plenty of other people there. Whether there was a particular reason for this we didn't ask but had coffees instead. Well worth another visit but expect a muddy car as it is down a narrow country lane.

this cosy pub with two bars & a large conservatory could basically be described as a gents only club ...sleazy ancient photos of topless women in the gents loos ( completely out of character for the type of pub) & no kids allowed. We visited on New years day after a family stroll in the beautiful surrounding countryside and ushered our 17 year old kids straight into the conservatory at the back while we sought permission for them. We didn't have to SEEK at all as we were pounced upon immediately...they must be keeping a weathered eye on the horizon for kids/young adults. NO CHILDREN/TEENAGERS ALLOWED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. We were told we would have to sit in the garden in the rain !! Shame such a pretty pub is devoid of atmosphere and friendliness. We took our 17 year olds to the Golden Lion down the road where the welcome was warmer & fire bigger....

This lovely old free house is warm and welcoming. Whilst the food is delicious, the Cock remains an old-fashioned local rather than a restaurant. The excellent range of beers is well kept and the wine is served in carafes with a sensibly sized glass - it makes such a difference to have white wine cold to the last drop! An excellent pub - highly recommended.

Had a very disappointing trip to the Cock Inn this afternoon (Sat 8/11) . Walked in with my hubbie and 12 yr old son only to be told no children. Are they living in the dark ages, I can understand if not in the bar area but to be told garden only was shocking, who can afford to,turn custom away on a quiet Sat afternoon?! Anyway found a lovely welcome at the nearby Golden Lion so,didn't really spoil,my afternoon!

Visited this great pub as ramble lunch stop in May 2012 and it was great then. Considering I hadn't notified the staff beforehand this time, and them having to politely suggest it would have been a good idea, they really pulled out the stops for us. There were 10 of us all wanting different food: some pies/pasties, some hot mains and some sandwiches. It all arrived pretty quickly: well-presented, generous and tasty portions. Great real ale selection as well, including a guest ale which many tried. There was even a pretty cat to stroke! All 10 of us were really impressed. I PROMISE to let these lovely people know in advance next time we visit!! It's in a lovely countrified setting with loads of other possibilities for walks.

The Cock Inn is a traditional country pub tucked away in Luddesdown and well worth going out of your way for.As a free house it has a range of excellent ales, lagers and ciders that you will not find in your usual chain pubs.What you you also won't find is children (it is strictly adults only), loud music, TV showing sport or a pub trying to be a restaurant so it may not be for everyone. However, if you want a great country pub, with good beers, a friendly welcome and that has a range of lunch time pub grub which is all prepared fresh to order check out the Cock Inn.It is popular with locals, walkers and cyclist for a good reason.I just wish that I lived closer!

I ate here with friends. It is pub grub but none the worse for that. The food is good and reasonably priced. beer lovers will love it here as there are a selection of real ales and the lager lover need not confine himself to run of the mill brews. If you are in the area I would recommend a visit.

I have the good fortune to reside close to the quaint village of Luddesdown, near Meopham. Set amidst beautiful countryside The Cock Inn is truly superb. Andy the licensee maintains a top class cellar with an extensive range of delightful real ales. Adnams is the main offering but several guest beers always add to the excitement when you visit, not knowing what will be available until you gaze in wonderment at the long list of ales. The bar staff are friendly and pleasant, the bar food excellent and tasty and very competitively priced. With a traditional atmosphere, beer mats plastered to the ceiling and Battle of Britain memorabilia adorning the walls, it is like stepping back in time to a somehow more settled era. I have visited this venue many times over the years. Every season. I have never had a bad experience, not even an average one. Always memorable. I can say with confidence that you will not be disappointed if you go.

This is a great country pub, ate there yesterday and the food was lovely, 2 daily specials (fish pie), big chunks of fish, new potatoes and large prawns in a cheese sauce, lovely. Previously my daughter has had the burger topped with Brie, which she loved. Good selection of well kept real ales, choice of wines in generous measures in small carafes. Wood burning stoves in the winter, dogs welcome, bar billiards, a real gem, love it.

A wonderful wonderful country pub with six oe seven real ales, roaring fires, board games, a club room and wholesome simple food. For those who are puzzled why so many pubs are closing they should come here and see how it should be done.

Lovely to look at and to sit in. Old time decs and a warm fire. Popped in on the way home from working our market stalls in the wind on Sunday. Thought it would be a nice treat. Unfortunatly the bar staff, egged on by a customer, saw fit to ridicule my husband when he said the name of the cider wrong. Small thing but it prob means we wont be back. Maybe it was because we weren't dressed in our best attire. We did look a bit rough and ready. Anyway, have to say the rose wine was the nicest I have had in a while( where have the little carafes gone?). My daughter and her other half did eat here in the summer and the food was adequate.

Thjs really is how a Pub should be,lovely warm and friendly atmosphereexcellent beers,I love the Adnams Broadside,attractive garden.Very cosy bars with log burning fires,The food is good enough and wholesome.What more could one want from a Pub.I highly recommend this place.

nice beer and lovely garden - food not good! if you are dog walking there are some pleasant public footpaths nearby :)

I've been to quite a few country pubs in Kent during visits throughout my life and I think this is my favorite. The food is nothing special, but it's decent, however the ale selection is quite good and the setting is lovely. Children are not allowed but many people bring their dogs. There is a pleasant garden out back and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend a stop here!

A lovely pub, with excellent beer and a warm atmosphere. Don't over-analyse it. If you want a restaurant meal, go to a restaurant, or to one of the many identikit gastro-pubs you will surely find within a small radius.

Lovely pub out in the Countryside near Meopham, Kent. The pretty garden is set out to invite birds (of the feathered kind) and many species do turn up to use the many feeders. Shame about the garden furniture which is tired and not comfortable. Inside the pub offers good beers and drinks but the food is very average and not really inviting. The best dishes are the sausage (local butcher) and chips and the scampi and chips. Board games of many varieties are on the Conservatory tables for those that want a little more than a drink and chat. The pub is ideal for walkers and those just seeking a lunchtime or Sunday drink. There is a large car park. Worth a visit but don't expect too much. Upping the quality of the menu/food served could make all the difference.

This is worth a mention for the superb pint of Adnams Broadside that it serves and the fact you can enjoy it in a comfortable armchair/sofa in front of the fire. Lunchtime they serve 'no frills' bar food and rolls which makes it an ideal location to enjoy a pint while reading the Saturday paper which is what real pubs are for.