Escape to the Kent countryside and leave the week behind.
(because planning is overrated)
Some of the best weekends start with a last-minute decision. A gap in the diary, a sudden urge to get away, a bottle of something good waiting to be opened.
THE PIG-at Bridge Place is tucked away in the Kent countryside, just outside Canterbury, with rolling farmland, historic villages and the Kent Downs all within easy reach. With a Kitchen Garden at its heart and some of the best of the Garden of England on its doorstep, it's the sort of place where plans can wait. No agenda required. Just fresh air, good food and a slower pace of life.
The kind of few days you didn't plan, but ended up being your favourite.
We're often asked which PIG to book for a spontaneous stay. THE PIG-at Bridge Place has a way of making the decision for you.
Rolling Kent countryside, charming villages, the historic city of Canterbury just down the road, and a Kitchen Garden that shapes every menu. Pack a bag, head for the Garden of England and leave the rest to us.
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24 unplanned hours at
THE PIG-at Bridge Place
Morning
Late morning
Pull on your boots and head into the Kent countryside. Footpaths from the house lead through rolling farmland, ancient woodland and the gentle landscapes of the Nailbourne Valley, with plenty of fresh air and big skies along the way. Take your time exploring the surrounding trails and quiet country lanes, this is the sort of place that makes it easy to lose track of time.
Or venture a little further to nearby Canterbury or the Kent Downs, both within easy reach and perfect for an unhurried wander.
Lunch
Afternoon
Evening
A cocktail in the bar before dinner, mixed with ingredients inspired by the Kitchen Garden and the changing seasons. The wine list is packed with bottles from across England and beyond, perfect for discovering something new or settling in with an old favourite.
Dinner follows at a leisurely pace. The 25 Mile Menu is shaped by ingredients from the Kitchen Garden, local producers and the surrounding Kent countryside, making every plate a reflection of the season and this corner of the Garden of England. Take your time, settle in for the evening and let the day wind down naturally.
A nightcap by the fire. Bed.
The Next Morning…
Wake up slowly, again. The grazing table is ready when you are, and if you're feeling curious, join the daily Kitchen Garden tour to see what's growing, what's being picked and what might be appearing on the menu later that day. The gardens, polytunnels and greenhouse are at the heart of everything here.
Then either check out at your own pace or, if you've booked an extra night, head out to explore more of the Kent countryside. Wander the footpaths around the Nailbourne Valley, discover a nearby village or simply linger a little longer at the house. After all, one more day never hurts.
Easy come, easy go
We know spontaneous plans sometimes change. Book your room today with no upfront payment - we just take your card details to secure it and you pay on departure. With free cancellation up to three days before arrival, the only commitment is turning up!
Experience nature right on your doorstep...
The best way to experience summer at THE PIG? In rooms where the outside comes in. All with views that make you want to stay in bed a bit longer, terraces for your morning coffee, and that feeling of waking up somewhere special.
Here are our favourite rooms for a summer stay - from our woodland hideaways, to our garden wagons and our perfectly romantic hideaway cabins!
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Hop Pickers’ Huts
...and secluded in the water meadows, our seven Hop Pickers’ Huts are a super special addition to THE PIG-at Bridge Place. Full of reclaimed, rustic wood, cosy furnishings and each with its own log burner and freestanding roll top bath in the bedroom, these Huts are made for adventurous escapes for two. Each Hut has a very comfy super king-sized bed, a monsoon shower bathroom and an outdoor seating area on the front porch overlooking the beautiful grounds.
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The Barn
The Barn is a huge upstairs-downstairs, two-person rustic bedroom converted from the old stable block in the grounds. Quadruple aspect with far-reaching views over the water meadows and the Kitchen Garden, with lots of rough cast plaster and reclaimed timber. Downstairs, you’ll find a cosy sitting room with a log burner, while the master bedroom and very spacious bathroom await you upstairs with a freestanding roll top bath and large monsoon shower.
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Lodge 1
Lodge 1 is the larger of our two lodges with a small, private outdoor terrace overlooking the beautiful Kent Downs. Inside, you’ll be greeted with a very spacious lounge with a cosy log burner and well-stocked, rustic kitchenette so you can really make yourself at home. Upstairs, you’ll find the master bedroom with a large four-poster bed, spacious en-suite bathroom and a twin room with its own en-suite shower room – it's the perfect retreat for four adults, or for two adults and two children.
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Hideaway Room 2
This truly unique bedroom is nestled in the main house and has dark, cosy furnishings with rustic wooden floors. Walk into your living room and large master bedroom on the ground floor with a super king four-poster bed and chaise lounge – then take the staircase up to the mezzanine bathroom where you’ll find a walk-in monsoon shower and freestanding roll top bath.
Our patch – Canterbury, the Kent Downs and beyond
Canterbury A historic city packed with character.
Whitstable Fresh seafood and coastal charm.
The Kent Downs Rolling hills, winding trails and big countryside views.
White Cliffs of Dover One of Kent's most iconic coastal landmarks.
And if you're planning ahead...
Stay Rooted
There’s a PIG waiting for you...
Look forward to long days, garden feasts, and rooms that connect you to nature
stay a little longer for less
Wallow a While
Stay a little longer and you benefit from some ‘pruning’ of the price when you book 3 or more nights.
