The Woolpack Inn Restaurant in Ashford

The food was fabulous, it is so great to find a place that caters for vegans! The menu states ‘vegan option’ but they are delicious!

Absolutely amazing Sunday lunch..They fitted us in last minute. The food, staff, customer service excellent. I couldn't choose which Sunday lunch to have, so had a selection of ALL the meat ...utterly divine . From the gravy to the Yorkshire pudding...staff ...wine Exceptional Thank you Woolpack for fitting us in

The Restaurant/Pub of the Woolpack Inn offers very nice and modern Interior, great food, friendly and charming employees.

Zo genoten van ons verblijf hier. We bleven twee nachten, in een mooi ingerichte kamer met alle comfort. Daarnaast konden we genieten van een heerlijk ontbijt met meer dan voldoende keuze. Ook de menukaart voor het diner verleidde ons om er twee keer te dineren: een veelzijdige kaart, met vers bereide gerechten en mooi afgewerkte borden. Ook de is bediening super en heel gemoedelijk. Het pand straalt karakter uit, is gezellig ingericht met hier en daar een moderne toets zoals de originele lampen... Een adresje om te onthouden!

Lovely atmosphere, really relaxing - service was excellent and when they overheard it was my wife’s birthday they bought over a complimentary glass of fizz which was a really nice touch. The 4 of us had different main courses (cod, sea bass, sausage &mash and pork belly) and we all absolutely loved them. Tasted great. All round great value for money

Newly refurbed. Amazing Sunday roast, one if the best pub roasts had for a long time. Medium is huge, Large is unreal. Size often used to compromise for poor quality - not here. REALLY tasty and good quality. Friendly & attentive staff, great decor and atmosphere.

On arrival a member of staff greeyed us and showed us to our table, after settling down waitress took our drink orders and returned to check if we were ready to order, I chose medium size roast (Three size meal options) food was excellent and finished with a home made sweet. The Woolpack has certainly turned arouund. Thanl you to all the staff for making my visit 5* 02/06/24

Great little pub. They clearly care about their homemade food, like their ice cream. They were nice to our daughter and they went out of their way to make me a slightly unusual mocktail.

We went with a friend, it’s a very popular place with great atmosphere. The service was good, staff helpful and friendly. We all had a lovely lunch and an enjoyable time. Thank you

Beautiful pub, very tasteful with decoration and lots of seating areas. This is the best lunch we have had out in a long time. Choice for meal size with roast six types of vegetables and meat so tender. Service really good and attentive, just need more space around tables please for staff, prams and wheelchairs. Definitely will return and have recommend to friends and family already

Thank you for a delicious lunch had by myself and husband. Staff and owner are so friendly and very welcoming. The new decor is so well designed and chic 😊. A family run business and long may it last. Was packed today which is a great sign x

Inviting atmosphere, beautifully decorated and styled pub from front to back, lovely little courtyard garden too. Second time having food here, friendly staff who are very hard working and make the whole restaurant run smoothly. Excellent food, all made on premise or locally sourced, and you can tell in the taste. Great specials which change regularly and seasonally. Vegetarian options available in main menu and specials. Need to try these but the in-laws have tasted and approved of these. Would recommend to anyone, it’s a delight!

Held a work event (for 36) here today. The food was amazing & plenty of it. We arrived to croissants & tea/coffee. Buffet lunch was delicious, with plenty of veggie/vegan options & yummy desserts! They were very accommodating & couldn't have done more for us. Great price too! Have already booked for next year! 👍

I cannot recommend The Woolpack highly enough for larger parties. We came as a staff of 25 for our Christmas meal in December and loved it so much that we booked for a staff training day in March. Leanne, Sharon and the team were absolutely brilliant- so attentive and accommodating. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue or service. We had freshly baked croissants in the morning and the lunch was spectacular!! Just look at the photos!! There were about 30 of us and everyone loved it!! They made such a huge effort to accommodate all dietary requirements and the quality and quantity of food could not be faulted. Obviously, we took our opportunity to book again for our next staff training day!! Thanks so much to The Woolpack Team!

. From the greeting to the goodbye the Landlady and her staff are lovely and were so kind. I have multiple food allergies and some are nigh on impossible for a pub/restaurant to avoid (I'm allergic to potatoes/starch!!) The Landlady (Molly? So sorry if your name is not correct) was totally game to try and accommodate and came up with an ingenious work around, thank you so much for taking the trouble to include me. My family's food was sumptuous and judging by the clean plates (including fussy teen) everyone enjoyed their meals. The restaurant and bar was busy (recommend booking - we did) sadly some people came without booking and were disappointed. Always a good sign when the locals are eating there (I met a delightful couple from the village who were regular diners there) and my assistance dog Suki was welcomed and accommodated as were several other (well behaved) pooches, meaning there's no need to leave your best friend at home. I've been to the Woolpack before and been underwhelmed, this time, in my opinion down to the new owners, was so good that I've already recommended to friends and family as a place to visit. If you have food allergies or special requirements I have no hesitation in recommending this establishment. I felt very confident that they were taking my wellbeing seriously. Reasonably priced, lovely location, great staff and excellent food, what's not to love! I'll definitely be visiting again soon.

Following an extensive refurbishment, the Woolpack is now one of the most fabulous places to eat and stay. Great food and fabulous wine list! Whilst rooms are still a work in progress, the current attention to detail and immaculate cleanliness will only lead to even better things to come. Highly recommended.

Great service and good food. Lovely setting and atmosphere. Wide menu and specials board, good wine list too. Highly recommended.

We popped in for dinner with our two young sons. We were made to feel welcome, and the bar area where we sat had a cosy and warm atmosphere. The menu is fantastic - we couldn't decide between the chicken and lamb shank so had both and shared! Both meals were unreal, as were the boys crunchie sundaes! Great, friendly service - our waitress even helped with our sons spelling practice!! We will definitely be back

Lovely food and great service Would definitely recommend a visit We stayed in the village for a weekend and had a meal here twice

Comfortable pub in a nice village location. Brilliant welcoming staff, lovely Atmosphere with good food What more could you ask for ?

Lunch with friends, have not been in since the refurbishment and was pleasantly surprised at what has been done. Showan to our table, offered drinks and given menus. Ordered the 4 meals and 15 minutes later it all arrived with very pleasant staff. The quality of the roast was 1st class and I loved the idea of being able to order different portion sizes. Puds, well needed I say more all 4 were fantastic. Price is respectable for the type of establishment. We shall definitely be back for more. Great staff all round.

This pub is not to be missed if your in the area, decor stunning, staff friendly and fun, and the food delicious with a drinks menu to match. Make sure you book to ensure you get a table....we will be back thank you for bringing the Wool Pack back to life ❤️

What a wonderful surprise, I was invited to join some friends for dinner as one person had to drop out, we sat at the tabke and greeted by a lovely member of staf and placed orders our food was absolutely fantastic and all commebted that we must visit again. Thank you top the young smiley watress for the additional touch.

Really warm welcome dog friendly.staff was amazing and the food was brilliant.highly recommended and I can't wait to be going back

What a wonderful, relaxing experience. Young and talented group of staff. Amelia attended to my husband and I. She was exceptionally great. Also impressed with the service and professionalism of Callum, Hollie, Molly, Harley and Charlotte.

I last visited when John Durcan was in charge and remember the roaring Inglenook Fire Alas the fire grate and back are long gone and replaced with a pathetic wood burning stove The menu is vast which is enhanced by a large specials board and...

Terrible experience, booked a table for Sunday lunch, arrived on time to be told the table wasn’t ready and to have a drink but no room at the bar and nowhere to wait, 25 mins later still no table and in the meantime another booking...

Seven of us booked lunch for 2.00 when we arrived we were told that the table we booked was just finishing up, the waitress suggested we go to the bar. The bar was packed with nowhere to sit or stand. A little later we were...

What a shame .There has been significant amount of investment in this project and it has certainly improved. We are local and seldom to we complain . The table was tiny and the seats uncomfortable . The food was good and the service was good....

Fantastic warm welcome. Friendly, efficient staff. Great food, good prices. We have had a fantastic weekend. Highly recommend. Will be going back.

Staff were really friendly and food was fantastic! Dog friendly with a lovely walk through the village and it's beautiful church.

Firstly, the menu is much more interesting than in similar establishments. I would recommend you try something different to the familiar burger options. I loved the goats cheese, roast beetroot and candied walnut flatbread! As a solo female diner (I was staying at the hotel...

This was one of the best pub Sunday lunches we have eaten. You can choose from a variety of meet options and size options from children up to large. We chose large and were well satisfied.

To the waitress who has "years in the industry", the customer, in your opinion may not always be right, although i was, but they pay your wages! I ordered fish and chips, and the fish ,in my opinion, was not properly cooked. It was cold...

Very impressed with the decor and atmosphere. Service was unfriendly and 1 of us has an allergy to tomatoes and this was not passed on to the kitchen. The landlord spent time with the table next to us but did not acknowledge we had an...

Good bistro pub food, cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. It’s great that this ancient pub is back in the hands of a family who know how to run a great pub.

We had an amazing dinner, thank you Molly and the team for such an amazing time. I had the ravioli and it was divine. Service is always friendly.

Très bon repas de nouvel an bonne qualité des produits. Canapés en quantité inventifs et goûteux . Bar bien fourni et ambiance amicale

Transformation. We came to eat in the summer and it was soulless, cold and disappointing. Returned today and was stunned by the transformation, the pub looks beautiful, warm, friendly and so cosy. The food was delicious - the batter on the fish was incredible, I’ve...

A beautiful village pub, fabulous service - the staff are friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious, plenty of choice on the menu for vegetarians. We will definitely be returning.

Went for Sunday lunch and although we didn’t have the roast it looked very impressive on the tables around. If the cleared plates were anything to go by it obviously tasted as good as it looked. We on the other hand had ploughman’s with both...

All the staff were very welcoming and the refurbished interior was perfectly decorated for Christmas. We had a Sunday meal for 3, all roasts. Excellent. The turkey and the gammon was perfect, with plenty of veggies. I finished off with a Sundae which, if my...

Wow! Wow! Wow! We had our work Christmas Party at the Woolpack and it was one of the best we’ve ever had! Firstly, right from booking, the staff were so lovely and accommodating. The refurb is amazing and both the pub and restaurant are just...

This place has recently come under new management and the food is fantastic! Cosy lighting and interior this pub/restaurant is the perfect place to go with family and friends for a tasty bite to eat. Would highly recommend. We went for lunch and the options...

Lovely, cosy atmosphere. We sat in the bar for dinner on a Wednesday eve which was lovely but not too loud. The food was excellent - we had the fish and chips, buffalo chicken burger, haddock special and chicken and leek pie with the Spanish...

Great food, lovely service and a cosy and comfortable setting. We had a wonderful evening in this quaint town

The new owners have brought back a lovely cozy feel to this restaurant. The service & food was great

Recently changed ownership and beautifully renovated and back to feeling like a proper warm, welcoming Kentish pub. Decor perfect, service perfect, menu perfect, room for improvement on food and pricing. Upsides This beautiful pub is finally back to having a lovely welcoming atmosphere with a...

Pleasant ambience, friendly staff and the food was good (for a pub). There was no warning given for a very hot plate however and no butter offered for the bread (which had been warmed up to the point of drying). So, we came away thinking...

We had a lovely Sunday lunch. Food was delicious, staff were welcoming, friendly and attentive. Plus the chairs were so comfortable, we didn’t want to leave! Would highly recommend.

The Woolpack has been recently renovated and is now an excellent place to eat or drink. Our meals were delicious, staff very friendly and efficient, decor is lovely, music played at the right level. All in all a very good evening. Look forward to returning

This pub is under new ownership I understand. Fantastic Sunday roast. Really lovely interior. Nice Christmas feel. Friendly staff, clean environment, food served nice and quick. Will deffo return. Choc orange bread and butter pud - Devine! 😍

Great to see the Woolpack back to its old self. Very warm welcome from Sharon, Molly and Elizabeth and delicious food. Will definitely go back. We hear Sunday lunch is brilliant too.

Best roast of my life, newly renovated and new owners, warm and friendly atmosphere and yummy food. Log burner xx cocktail bar too

This pub is a hidden gem in a beautiful village with a cozy and inviting atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. The decor is a perfect blend of traditional and bohemian, creating a unique and charming ambiance. As for the food, the menu...

This could be a lovely pub and has been over the years. Sadly we were not greeted or acknowledged on arrival, it wasn't busy and when we were served not a smile was given. The atmosphere has been killed by the grey walls and lack of personality. We sat outside and it was a lovely evening it should have been buzzing, even the waiting staff didn't smile. What a shame for a country pub to have lost it's personality.

We went to the Woolpack for the first time and had the most lovely experience, the staff, food and service were absolutely sublime, we cannot wait to come back to try Sunday roast.

Myself and my partner went here for a Sunday roast we was served by Marie and we didn’t even realise it was her first day until she told us, she was amazing as she got us a table outside even though we didn’t book everything was nice and fast, nothing too much trouble and instantly taken a drink order which is lovely not having to wait around for it, we will be coming back next time we are down and will definately look forward to the fantastic service from Marie again, thanks again for a lovely visit and beautiful food

Popped in to the Woolpack for the first time since reopening and what a horrible sight it was to see the changes that the brewery and managers have implemented. The bar area looks awful, no character and old traditional features that have been part of the place for decades if not centuries have been ripped away / covered up and replaced with bland, unfinished painting and structures that look so out of place. I have only rated the pub poor and not terrible in the hope that they reintroduce bar stools for locals, leave room to 'prop' the bar up for locals and move dining tables away from the bar drinking area. I shall be in again to check. Additionally, where has all the seating gone to outside. The place should not have opened in this state and I'm aware has already lost a great deal of local custom and support. Come on Sheps - you can do better than this. Don't allow this famous inn to become some trendy, out of place establishment that is a local pub in name only. It's the worst I've seen it in my 40 years of drinking there and my old relatives would turn in their graves knowing what it has become at present. I'd certainly like all the old Chilham copper artefacts that my family have donated over the years to be returned if no longer on show or wanted. It looked terrible, felt awful and was a real disappointment to us all. Time will tell but I don't hold out much hope. Always the White Horse I guess!!

Me and my partner bought a take away meal and the service and food where amazing they where very helpful and friendly and will be looking forward to being able to come and have a sit in meal in the new year .x

Our small family of 3 (with toddler) had a lovely dinner a few nights ago at the Woolpack Inn. The food was terrific and the service was equally great. My son’s kid’s fish fingers was incredible- proper fish and chips not just frozen fish fingers and the portion was huge! Definitely recommend.

Called in for Sunday Lunch after a walk in the woods. Chilham is a very picturesque old english village and the Woolpack is a little jewel in its crown. The roast beef was excellent, nice fresh and tender beef. The service was fantastic from the outset and throughout the meal. Would recommend!

Out dog loved it and so did we.Breakfast was included for £85 but on checkout this was queried but it was agreed it was in the price.Others have said that the pricing of breakfast bring by the item is not normal. This should be sorted.Lovely location and building.

They ruined a dinner with family on a Saturday evening, very rude waitress. Didn’t even wait for us to sit down and already asked what we wanted to drink. Then 1 hour wait for the starter. She served others first that came in well after us. We were with a five year old boy who became very unsettled and in the end had very little to eat. Food not great either.

I've been a regular here for many years as it's one of my favourite country pubs to visit when I escape from London.We visited for our first meal out for months and I was so impressed by the level of service. The guy serving us was super careful, really friendly and considerate of safety despite the fact it was really busy and he was the only one serving. Loads of outside seating, generously distanced and the food was just as delicious as I remembered :)

The Woolpack Inn is very local. I’ve used it often for drinks and bar lunches, which are very good. Went for Sunday lunch last weekend. The staff were friendly and efficient. The food was very good.

We booked for my partner's 40th birthday lunch last week. After a warm welcome we were taken to the dining area in this wonderfully historic inn. I had steak & kidney pudding and he had the slow cooked beef stew. Both came with creamy mash and buttered carrots and green beans. My pudding also came with a delicious gravy which was full of flavour. The meat was lean and tender and the suet crust was perfect. My OH's stew was equally delicious although he found the herby dumpling rather salty. All in all a real home cooked lunch bursting with flavour. We were too full to order dessert but we'll have something lighter next time and save some room. Highly recommended!!

With upward of 20 from our choir we enjoyed a really fabulous meal here. We chose individually, all fresh cooked and was delicious. Definitely go back. Staff friendly and helpful, they even joined in our singing at the end of the meal.

I had lunch with my wife who had a baked potato with cheese and beans for £8.95 and the cheese was just cold on top. I had chicken burger for £13.95 and the coleslaw was in a thimble sized container similar to a single hotel milk container. 2 pints and a lime and soda £12.55 Ouch. Wont go back.

Visited with friends for Sunday lunch. Staff were welcoming and service was prompt. Good selection of beers and the beef stew and roast beef were both excellent with good sized portions. Despite awful weather a short (but hilly) walk up to the old village square and the Castle is worthwhile to burn off a few calories.

After a visit to nearby Leeds Castle we used the Woolpack as our base. Extended family of 10 for an over night stay. The pub with guest rooms dates back to the 1400's but has been refurbished to a high standard. On arrival we were given a family room which did unfortunately smell very musty. Seemed to be due to lack of recent use and lack of ventilation, but the Manager was brilliant and offered another family room, no hassle. The other room was lovely, large, clean and warm. Overall rooms are very cosy and well furnished. If I was to be picky they are tired in places (another one of the rooms had mould on a wall) but for an old place they were ok. Pub was friendly with some great local ales. Restaurant was very nice, food great and service attentive. Perfect for a day or two stop over. The kitchen were able to adjust several meals for Vegan etc, so no complaints.

This is rightly a popular pub, so when your party numnber 28 it's going to be a squeeze. This was our group's Xmas lunch so we had pre-ordered, but it's still a feat to feed so many so slickly. The food and service were spot-on. I'm not a fan of turkey, so I opted for venison which was pretty much perfect. If I didn't live so far away I might take up permanent residence.

I’ve driven past Chilham on the A28 hundreds of times on my way to Canterbury and missed Chilham. What a charming village! We had lunch at The Woolpack Inn which is at the bottom of the village. It is a lovely old pub dating back to the 15th century. The staff were very friendly but the food was average. The pub has rooms to stay in as well.

On the 28th October after a good 3 mile walk we were looking forward to lunch in the pub restaurant but it seemed to have changed since the last time we were here about 3 to 4 years ago. Ordinary bland soup and my main was OK and we had two coffees. It came to £19.10 but that was far too much for what we had. I do not think we will be back.

We were nicely looked after. We did not have a particularly good table for our party of 6 - a little near to the entrance and the kitchens; but perhaps that was our fault??? The meal was well served and nice without being outstanding

We enjoyed our meal , but there was not much of it. Our first course arrived minus the sourdough bread. When we asked about the bread we received an apology, and were given sliced brown bread. We complained to the waitress, that although we enjoyed the food it left us wanting more, as the portion for the main meal was small. The waitress said that she would tell the chef. When leaving and paying the bill to the same waitress, she did not give us any feedback. We can only assume that the chef or manager did not care.

We visited the Woolpack Inn on our wedding anniversary and enjoyed an excellent luncheon at a reasonable price. Parking was easy in the large car park and the dining room was clean with interesting 'photos of the Inn's history. Service was friendly and attentive.

The staff very helpful,the food was fantastic and reasonably priced.Good range of beers and spirits.

Great food , able to eat inside and outside, dog friendly, very warm welcome, friendly service, good choice on menu. We will definitely go again.

wonderful spot to have a meal inthe old worldcharm of this pub, has good beer and foo. andthe staff are very helpful and tend toyour needs

Had dinner here whilst staying overnight and the restaurant is fairly good,. The menu has plenty of choice from Fish and Chips to Steak or Risotto, so everyone should find something Reasonable prices and friendly service. Pub serves local beers which are excellent

Loved this restaurant, food cooked to perfection, The lamb rack was fantastic. Service extremely friendly

We, company of 4, dined and stayed here one night in June 2019. The food is far better than regular pub food, the atmosphere very amiable and the hospitality is great. Highly recommended!

In a pleasant village setting. Good local beers and a varied menu. Food very good. Recommend the lamb rack and cheese for afters. Very convivial.

Popped in for dinner. Reasonable choice and good service in pleasant surroundings. My husband chose one of the burgers...very generous portion..think this might have been a case of 'less is more'. Not the best he'd had and the massive plateful was a little off putting. I chose a risotto which was very pleasant. Service was good.

Lived in the area for 11 years and had never visited, until now (we were not impressed with other local pubs, so would normally travel further afield) Warm welcome, food very good and a lovely setting. Will definitely visit more regularly.

Visited the Woolpack Inn this week for lunch. The whole experience was very welcoming and enjoyable. I had chicken & ham pie with chips and veg and my wife had the cold tomato gazpacho. Both dishes were very tasty and well served. My pint of Master Brew Sheps was excellent too. The beer garden outside was clean and comfortable and a real sun trap ! Somewhat pricey at just under £30 all in but a lovely visit all round for a spot of lunch in a glorious village setting.

Clean and friendly. Proper pub food. Gets quite busy and bar seating area limited however garden lovely.

We visited at the weekend prior to a trip into Canterbury. This is a lovely pub/restaurant in a quaint old village, which is well worth a mooch around.

Lovely draft ales from this Shepherd Neame pub. The food looks good too and reasonably priced, I just did not have an opportunity to eat there. The pub gets busy, but service remains excellent. There is absolutely nothing wrong with this pub and restaurant, I like it very much, but personally preferred the White Horse on Chilham Square. I suggest you visit both pubs and make up your own mind!

Lovely place for a nice relaxed Sunday lunch! Good service and a friendly atmosphere. Good place for families, and some nice walks around the area. Also dog friendly.

We came across this Inn by chance and stayed for lunch. I had the Chicken and Ham pie with mash and loved it. The best pie ever for quality in terms of taste, filling, quantity and presentation. The Cod and Chips that my wife had looked excellent as well. I was hoping that she might not be able to finish it, but no such luck!

My husband and I had a delightful dinner in this lovely pub. We had the warm winder superfood salad to share with grilled halloumi and then I had the duo duck with cherries while my husband ordered the Kentish Blue Burger. The food was delicious and full of flavours. The pub uses fresh farm produce so everything has fantastic taste. Stop by if you happen to be passing through this beautiful village.

Thought we'd try again, as we do each year and had to sit near the poorly designed doorway where everyone has to shove by the seats and those standing at the bar (a space of approx 12 inches). Not only that, one of the locals had the habit of greeting everyone he knew with the friendly phrase "how the F##K are you?" at the top of his vioce. Compared to the 'White Horse' at the top of the hill this place has no atmosphere whatsoever and is frequently empty when the other is full.

We were really lucky to stroll in on a Sunday and get a table. Albeit a quick turn around we were grateful to be seated. The food was delicious, and the staff really friendly. Then headed to Shelley’s Tea Rooms for desert! Lovely!

Normally I would feel aggrieved at tipping over the £10 mark for Ham, Egg and Chips. But when the Ham is so thick and delicious, the chips are multi fried to perfection, the eggs are beautifully cooked Burford Browns, dribbling yokey goodness, how can I complain. My ONLY concern was the lack of choice over the ales on tap. A lovely stop over on a long walk and one which made me want to stay! The rest of the menu also looked great and my walking pal enjoyed a lovely Rabbit Pie.

The food here is consistently excellent. The staff are friendly and the Sheps beer is kept well. By the large fire in the bar is a nice place to settle down in the winter and the beer garden perfect for a summer afternoon drink/meal

Visited the Woolpack Inn just over two weeks ago. Have been here on many an occasion. The atmosphere is very friendly in this family run hotel/restaurant. The food quality is excellent. I tend to stick to my favourite “The Woolpack Pie” they are absolutely excellent. My wife went for a fish dish and was not disappointed. We decided not to take a starter so that we had room for a dessert. To die for. We will definitely be back

Booked a table for dinner Sunday evening. Lovely relaxed atmosphere in the bar for pre dinner drinks. Good selection on the menu and attentive and helpful staff. Food arrived nice and hot, good quality too. Possibly the best pork I've had in years.

Loved everything about the Woolpack at Chilham - from the warm welcome, to the delicious food - will definately be visiting again soon!