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Guest Rating: 4.6
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Egg Hill Road, Charing

Ashford, 

Kent, 


TN27 0HG,  England
The Bowl, situated high above Charing on top of the North Downs in a Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), was originally built as a farmhouse in 1512, and then in1606 it became a brewhouse. It has had a long and varied history, the present licensees arrived in 1992 and have developed the Bowl to offer good quality accommodation in a relaxed country pub enviroment.
  • Friendly Atmosphere
  • All rooms En-suite
  • Full Central Heating
  • Fine Ales
  • Real Ale
  • Free WiFi internet Access
  • 4 Star VisitBritain
  • Free Parking
  • Dining
  • Outside heated Patio
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Guest Reviews
Guest reviews for The Bowl Inn, Ashford are provided by real guests who have actually stayed at the property.
Rooms:
4.5
Value:
4.6
Friendliness:
4.9
Cleanliness:
4.7
Facilities:
4.4
Staff service:
4.8
Location:
4.6
Breakfast:
4.6
Guest Rating: 4.6
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Thomas
Young Couple
Stayed: May '12
5
Would recommend to others.
Rooms:
5
Value:
5
Friendliness:
5
Cleanliness:
5
Facilities:
5
Staff service:
5
Location
5
Breakfast:
4
"A great little spot in the quiet country side"
This is a great place to stay. The room and bathroom were both clean & large... I would definitely stay again...… Read more
"A great little spot in the quiet country side"
This is a great place to stay. The room and bathroom were both clean & large... I would definitely stay again... Read less
Likes:
The quiet location.
Dislikes:
None
Guest Review for The Bowl Inn, Ashford
Debbie
Young Couple
Stayed: May '12
5
Would recommend to others.
Rooms:
5
Value:
5
Friendliness:
5
Cleanliness:
5
Facilities:
5
Staff service:
5
Location
5
"Beautiful room and a very friendly welcome"
We only had one night away and couldn't have been happier with our choice. We wanted to go for a short walk before dinner and the member of staff we spoke to was very knowledgeable about the area. A… Read more
"Beautiful room and a very friendly welcome"
We only had one night away and couldn't have been happier with our choice. We wanted to go for a short walk before dinner and the member of staff we spoke to was very knowledgeable about the area. Although the food menu is limited the food we had was very tasty and there's a list of nearby restaurants if you do fancy going out. Read less
Likes:
Lovely cosy pub downstairs with an open fire, beautiful room with real attention to detail and a fantastic power shower.
Dislikes:
None
Guest Review for The Bowl Inn, Ashford
Tom
Family with young Children
Stayed: Apr '12
5
Would recommend to others.
Rooms:
5
Value:
4
Friendliness:
5
Cleanliness:
5
Facilities:
5
Staff service:
5
Location
4
Breakfast:
5
"Great stop on the North Downs Way"
We stayed in The Bowl Inn on our hike on North Downs Way. The Inn is conveniently located less than a mile from the path, has great accommodation and a friendly staff.… Read more
"Great stop on the North Downs Way"
We stayed in The Bowl Inn on our hike on North Downs Way. The Inn is conveniently located less than a mile from the path, has great accommodation and a friendly staff. Read less
Likes:
Everything from room to breakfast was excellent.
Dislikes:
None
Guest Review for The Bowl Inn, Ashford
More Information
Visit Britain 4 Stars InnWalker AwardCyclist AwardGreen Award
Parking
On-site parking, Free parking, Long-term parking
Types of Payment Accepted at The Bowl Inn
Cash (Sterling), Cash (Euro), Credit card, Debit card
Payment Cards accepted at the property
Master Card  Maestro  Visa  Visa Electron  Solo 
Check-in: 2:00 PM till 10:30 PM
Early check-in available on request.
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Late check-out available on request
Policies
Children Policy: Children over 10 welcome
Smoking Policy: No smoking
Pet Policy: Cats, Dogs, Other small pets
Cancellation Policy
Booking Terms and Conditions
Accessibility
Languages Spoken
English
The Bowl, situated high above Charing on top of the North Downs in a Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (ANOB), was originally built as a farmhouse in 1512, and then in1606 it became a brewhouse. It has had a long and varied history until the present licensees took charge in 1992. The current owners 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 front sun terrace which is covered and heated on those more typical English summer days! There are also facilities for camping.

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 rotating every barrel and often include Kentish ales as well as firm favourites like Adnams and Harveys. We offer a wide range of Lagers, Wines and Spirits.
Style of property
Comfortable, Eco-friendly, Stylish, Traditional
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