Food
We’ve got an obsessive commitment to home-grown and local produce: simple food done well
It’s all about the Kitchen Garden
We have an obsessive commitment to home-grown and local produce at THE PIG-at Bridge Place. We celebrate the seasons and use only the best, freshest and most authentic foods and ingredients. Our surroundings influence our food in every way, what cannot be grown in our Kitchen Garden is sourced from within a 25-mile radius.
Everything is driven by our Gardener and Forager. They grow and find the food, our Chef then creates the menu.
Our commitment to a 25-mile menu not only supports our local suppliers, but means we can be 100% honest on the provenance of our ingredients. Our local suppliers are some of the most exciting and inspiring artisan producers out there! Kent’s distinctive character and unique combination of agricultural farmland, ancient orchards, newly planted vineyards and history of hop growing, all within casting distance of the sea, means THE PIG-at Bridge Place has access to some of the freshest local fish, locally brewed beers, amazing meats, delicious fruit and award-winning English wines in the country!
The Restaurant
25-Mile Menu & Kitchen Garden Produce
Our open-plan and characterful restaurant dishes up British Kitchen Garden food, true to the micro seasons and with a real focus on simple and fresh flavours.
Garden Oven
Wood-fired Flat Breads & Tipples
Right in the heart of the walled Kitchen Garden, our rustic and reclaimed outdoor kitchen is now open! Head over the rickety bridge, past the summer sprouting, through the greenhouse, and onto our Garden Oven to find wood-fired cooking and tasty tipples.
Menus
Our commitment to a 25-mile menu not only supports our local suppliers, but means we can be 100% honest on the provenance of our ingredients.
Take a look at our menus to get a feel for what we may be dishing up. Please note these are subject to change.
Supplier Shout Out
Over the years we have been lucky to support some of the very best local suppliers to each of THE PIG hotels. What ever our Kitchen Garden teams are unable to grow themselves we source from within a 25 mile radius - creating our 25-mile menu. We love who we work with and carefully select them so we can be 100% honest on the provenance of our ingredients, and be sure that what we are dishing up is the very best around. Take a look below if you want to support our network and shop local!
See our suppliers
Our 25-mile menu
What we can’t grow ourselves, we source from local suppliers and producers.
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Kentish Pip
3 miles away
Kentish Pip is based at Woolton Farm, near Canterbury where the Mount Family has been growing apples for four generations. -
The Wonky Parsnip
6 miles away
The Wonky Parsnip specialises in growing weird and wonderful produce here in Kent that originates from around the world, from Electric Daisy’s, Cucuamelons to Tomatilios and Thai egg plant. -
Simpsons Wine Estate
5 miles away
Charles & Ruth Simpson have been making award-winning wines at their Southern French property since 2002. In 2013 they brought their wine expertise back to Kent, enticed by the quality of the terroir and the opportunity to become part of the most dynamic wine region in the world. -
The Cheese Makers of Canterbury
11 miles away
At our dairies at Dargate and Hastingleigh we produce a range of cow's and goat's cheeses. Time, dedication and a whole lot of love go into producing our cheeses the old-fashioned way, using locally sourced ingredients. -
Shepherd Neame
12 miles away
Nestled in the medieval market town of Faversham in Kent, Shepherd Neame brewers produce Kentish ales bursting with character and renowned international lagers using natural ingredients, such as mineral water from the town’s aquifer and local hops. -
Bardsley Farms
11 miles away
Growing high quality, award winning fruit which is hand-picked and pressed to produce deliciously refreshing and quintessentially English juices.
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Online Availability
The availability shown online is live and always up-to-date. If you can’t find the date you’re after, please email [email protected] so we can add you to our waiting list.
However, it’s worth checking out our other properties as we may have rooms or tables available elsewhere.Bringing DogsWe do not permit dogs inside THE PIG-at Bridge Place. Your furry friends are allowed in the Garden Oven area on a lead when joining you for lunch. Dogs are not allowed around the Kitchen Gardens, near the livestock or on the restaurant terrace.
Children and FamilyChildren are more than welcome at THE PIG-at Bridge Place, both in the restaurant and to stay. At THE PIG-at Bridge Place, some of our rooms are suitable for an extra bed or cot, just ask us when booking and we can arrange this for you upon your arrival.
Dress CodeWe’ll never tell you what to wear. Our restaurants are informal places, so come in whatever makes you happy and comfortable.
Food Service TimesBreakfast: Available for residents from 7am-10am Monday to Sunday.
Lunch: 12pm-2.30pm Monday to Sunday
Dinner: 6.30pm-9.30pm Monday to Sunday.
Garden Oven: Our Garden Oven is currently open serving food and drinks, from 12pm-5pm, Monday-Sunday.
From 1st May 2023, the opening times will extend to 12pm-6pm for food, and 11.30am-7:30pm for drinks.
No need to book the Garden Oven! Just drop in for some relaxed sunshine dining and a glass of something chilled. As always, seating will be on a first come first served basis.
Lunch bookings are advised, however, Dinner bookings are essential! Please note we do not take bookings for the Wood Oven or Afternoon Menu.
If you would like to book you can do this online, giving our Reservations team a call on 0345 225 9494 or by emailing [email protected]
Gift VouchersWe offer monetary vouchers, as well as lunch, dinner and treatment vouchers. These can be purchased here.
Please kindly note that you are unable to redeem a Gift Voucher online to make a booking. Please book your room as normal and the team will refund any pre-payments with proof of your voucher. Please just contact [email protected]
Contact UsOur phones can get quite busy at certain times, so please do bear with us. You can also reach us by completing our online form, using our live chat system, by calling us on 01227 830 208 or by emailing us at [email protected]
Breakfast RatesUnless we are running a special deal and it is stated within the terms, all of our rates are on a room only basis so are inclusive of VAT only.
Breakfast is served in the restaurant where you can choose to either dig into our PIG grazing breakfast tables or pick something hot from our breakfast menus. Prices range from £14.95-£18.95.
Checking in and outYou can check in from 4pm at all of our properties, however, you’re more than welcome to arrive earlier to drop off your luggage and explore the gardens.
Check out is by 11am. We ask that you leave your room by this time, but please enjoy the surroundings all day. We can’t guarantee an early check-in or late check-out, but stick around and let us know your plans and we will try our best on the day.
AccessibilityAt THE PIG-at Bridge Place there is access to the grounds and the restaurant in the Coach House. Due to being a listed building there is currently no wheelchair access to the main house. For more details please contact us by completing our online form, using our live chat system, or by emailing us at [email protected]
PaymentsWe no longer accept American Express payments.
Electric Vehicle ChargingWe currently have four 7kw POD electrical charging points for vehicles at THE PIG-at Bridge Place if you require charging during your visit. In order to use the POD charger you will need to download the POD app. These are free of charge to use for PIG guests, fully compatible with all electric cars. Overnight charging is required for full charge. Please note you will need to bring your own charging lead, and once your car is fully charged we ask you move it to a regular parking space.
AllergensRestaurant: Please speak to our Restaurant Team if you have any questions about the menu, allergies or dietary requirements when you arrive.
Garden Oven: Please advise your server of any allergies or dietary restrictions. We cannot make gluten-free flatbreads as the oven will be used for the regular flatbreads so there is guaranteed cross-contamination. The BBQ section of the menu is gluten and dairy-free as well as being vegan.
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Online Availability
The availability shown online is live and always up-to-date. If you can’t find the date you’re after, please email [email protected] so we can add you to our waiting list.
However, it’s worth checking out our other properties as we may have rooms or tables available elsewhere.Contact UsOur phones can get quite busy at certain times, so please do bear with us. You can also reach us by completing our online form, using our live chat system, by calling us on 01227 830 208 or by emailing us at [email protected]
PaymentsWe no longer accept American Express payments.
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Bringing Dogs
We do not permit dogs inside THE PIG-at Bridge Place. Your furry friends are allowed in the Garden Oven area on a lead when joining you for lunch. Dogs are not allowed around the Kitchen Gardens, near the livestock or on the restaurant terrace.
Dress CodeWe’ll never tell you what to wear. Our restaurants are informal places, so come in whatever makes you happy and comfortable.
Food Service TimesBreakfast: Available for residents from 7am-10am Monday to Sunday.
Lunch: 12pm-2.30pm Monday to Sunday
Dinner: 6.30pm-9.30pm Monday to Sunday.
Garden Oven: Our Garden Oven is currently open serving food and drinks, from 12pm-5pm, Monday-Sunday.
From 1st May 2023, the opening times will extend to 12pm-6pm for food, and 11.30am-7:30pm for drinks.
No need to book the Garden Oven! Just drop in for some relaxed sunshine dining and a glass of something chilled. As always, seating will be on a first come first served basis.
Lunch bookings are advised, however, Dinner bookings are essential! Please note we do not take bookings for the Wood Oven or Afternoon Menu.
If you would like to book you can do this online, giving our Reservations team a call on 0345 225 9494 or by emailing [email protected]
Breakfast RatesUnless we are running a special deal and it is stated within the terms, all of our rates are on a room only basis so are inclusive of VAT only.
Breakfast is served in the restaurant where you can choose to either dig into our PIG grazing breakfast tables or pick something hot from our breakfast menus. Prices range from £14.95-£18.95.
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Bringing Dogs
We do not permit dogs inside THE PIG-at Bridge Place. Your furry friends are allowed in the Garden Oven area on a lead when joining you for lunch. Dogs are not allowed around the Kitchen Gardens, near the livestock or on the restaurant terrace.
Dress CodeWe’ll never tell you what to wear. Our restaurants are informal places, so come in whatever makes you happy and comfortable.
Checking in and outYou can check in from 4pm at all of our properties, however, you’re more than welcome to arrive earlier to drop off your luggage and explore the gardens.
Check out is by 11am. We ask that you leave your room by this time, but please enjoy the surroundings all day. We can’t guarantee an early check-in or late check-out, but stick around and let us know your plans and we will try our best on the day.
AccessibilityAt THE PIG-at Bridge Place there is access to the grounds and the restaurant in the Coach House. Due to being a listed building there is currently no wheelchair access to the main house. For more details please contact us by completing our online form, using our live chat system, or by emailing us at [email protected]
Electric Vehicle ChargingWe currently have four 7kw POD electrical charging points for vehicles at THE PIG-at Bridge Place if you require charging during your visit. In order to use the POD charger you will need to download the POD app. These are free of charge to use for PIG guests, fully compatible with all electric cars. Overnight charging is required for full charge. Please note you will need to bring your own charging lead, and once your car is fully charged we ask you move it to a regular parking space.
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Gift Vouchers
We offer monetary vouchers, as well as lunch, dinner and treatment vouchers. These can be purchased here.
Please kindly note that you are unable to redeem a Gift Voucher online to make a booking. Please book your room as normal and the team will refund any pre-payments with proof of your voucher. Please just contact [email protected]
Getting here
Our 29 bedroom red-bricked honeypot is tucked away just outside the historic village of Bridge, three miles south of Canterbury.
THE PIG-at Bridge Place
By road
The hotel is 3 miles away from Canterbury; the drive should take 15 minutes. There’s free parking when you arrive.
Nearest station
The closest station to THE PIG-at Bridge Place is Bekesbourne Station, two miles away. South Eastern runs regular services to Canterbury West station also from London St Pancras International which will get you to Canterbury in under an hour.
Taxi service
If you're getting to us by taxi, give Kev's Taxi a call on 07887668940 who'll be able to get you over to ours in no time. They're a family run company based in Canterbury that have a wide selection of vehicles seating up to 8 people.
Nearest airport
If you're needing to be within close proximity to an airport, Gatwick Airport is 76 miles away from THE PIG-at Bridge Place and it takes just around 70 minutes to get there by car.
