countryside lanes, warm breeze, tipples on the green

Long summer days in Kent

THE PIG-at Bridge Place

This is when our Kent hideaway really comes into its own

With long, sun-soaked days settling over the Kent countryside, the orchards and vineyards are alive with colour, wildlife and warm summer air. There’s every excuse to linger outside a little longer, glass in hand.

From fresh, garden-led feasting in our glass restaurant to outdoor, wood-fired dining at the Garden Oven, summer here is best spent in the open air. Think countryside walks, live music drifting through the garden and long, lazy afternoons that roll effortlessly into warm evenings,  summertime, the PIG way.

Step Outside: Summer Walks & Garden Wanders

Just steps from our doorstep you’ll find ancient Kent woodland, gentle riverside rambles and sprawling vineyards that show the Garden of England at its summer best.

Follow footpaths along the River Nailbourne, wander through sleepy villages or head out across open farmland with nothing but birdsong and the occasional church spire on the horizon. Our team has rounded up some of their favourite local routes, perfect for working up an appetite before lunch from the Garden Oven or stretching things out after a slow, sunny breakfast.

Stretch your legs

Outdoor eats at the Garden Oven

Soak up every last drop of al fresco afternoons this summer and enjoy wood-fired pizzas with good company at our Garden Oven, tucked just outside the hustle and bustle of the main house.

Simply rock up and grab a table for a laid-back bite or a quick drink, the perfect spot to down tools, settle into the sunshine and tuck into some garden-inspired grazing with something cold in hand.

Swing by the Garden Oven

Unwind in the Potting Sheds  

Our treatment rooms are some of our favourite spots to hide out, tucked away in the peace and quiet of the Kitchen Garden. Sinking into a massage, facial or scrub while the rest of the world does its thing feels like a really good kind of treat.

It’s time carved out just for you.   

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nestled in the water meadows

Hop Pickers’ Huts

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.

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a romantic's dream

The Barn

The Barn is a huge upstairs-downstairs, two-person rustic bedroom converted from the old stable block in the grounds. 

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seriously spacious

Hideaway Room 2

This truly unique bedroom is nestled in the main house and has dark, cosy furnishings with rustic wooden floors. 

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Stories & Insider Guides

From what’s growing in the Kitchen Garden to where we love to wander locally, our Almanac is packed with seasonal inspiration to help you make the most of your stay.

If you’re planning a visit to Kent this season, our insider guide is a great place to start – full of reasons to visit, explore and linger a little longer.

Come and See Us

Whether you’re planning a sunshine escape, stopping by for lunch, or just fancy a wander and a glass in the garden, spring at THE PIG‑at Bridge Place is ready when you are.

Come for the food. Stay for the season.

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