The Bull, Otford
Otford, West Kent
Photo: The Bull, OtfordThe Bull is a historic coaching inn on Otford's High Street that has been serving the village since 1642. Expect open fires in the colder months, a proper bar with craft beers, a garden for summer and a seasonal British menu with a strong Sunday roast. It sits a few minutes from the North Downs Way and the Darent Valley Path, so it makes an easy lunch stop on a walk, and dogs get their own menu.
Highlights
- Pub history going back to 1642 in the heart of Otford village
- Sunday roasts including a big mixed roast and a nut roast
- Open fires inside and a garden for outdoor dining
- A doggy menu so four-legged guests can eat too
- Regular live music nights and themed parties
Good to know
- The North Downs Way, the Darent Valley Path and the Otford Palace ruins are all a short walk away
- Book online or call +44 1959 580585; private dining is available for larger parties
- Christmas Day is four courses at £120 per person and Christmas parties start at £26.95 per person
Getting there
The Bull, Otford, High Street, Otford, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 5PG
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Nearby
Preston Hill
Preston Hill is a Site of Special Scientific Interest on a steep hillside above the Darenth Valley, half chalk grassland and half woodland, with views across to Lullingstone Country Park. In summer the slopes are covered in wildflowers and butterflies such as chalkhill blues. It is a quiet, rugged walk of an hour or two for experienced walkers.
Image: Kent Wildlife TrustSevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and Harrison Visitor Centre
Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve is a 73-hectare former gravel pit turned nature reserve, with five lakes, woodland and reedbed just north of the town. Walk the trails between hides, then visit the refurbished Harrison Visitor Centre for coffee, displays and the new play park. It suits families and birdwatchers for two or three hours.
Image: Explore KentLullingstone Country Park
Lullingstone Country Park covers 460 acres of chalk grassland and ancient woodland in the Darenth Valley, known for its veteran trees and summer wildflowers. Follow one of the four waymarked trails, let children loose in the play area and finish at the visitor centre café. It suits families and dog walkers, and a relaxed visit takes a morning or afternoon.