Live music in Maidstone happens at The Hazlitt Theatre, Hermitage Millennium Amphitheatre, or pop-up stages in Jubilee Square during events like Proms in the Park. Bars near Sessions House and Market Buildings host acoustic sets through spring and summer. Community groups from local schools also perform in town centres on weekends.
Pub And Restaurant
Park Gate InnYou can find the Park Gate Inn just outside the city in Hollingbourne, Maidstone. It’s a Grade II listed Georgian inn dating back to 1694, with wood-panelled interiors and open log fires that light up during winter. The venue serves hearty seasonal pub food—steak, pork belly, schnitzel, and fish & chips—with cask ales and fine wines on tap.
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The Cellars AlehouseYou can find The Cellars Alehouse just outside the city on Buckland Road in Maidstone. Housed in the cellar of the old Style & Winch Brewery, it keeps an industrial feel rooted in its brewing past. The venue is known for real ale served straight from the cask and six craft beer taps that bring locals and visitors alike.
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The Black LionThe Black Lion is a family-run hotel on The Street in Lynsted, Maidstone. Just outside the city, it’s a local favourite for hearty meals and a welcoming atmosphere. Try the hog roast or grazing table on weekends, especially if you're after quality food with dependable service.
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