The Lifeboat

Kent


If you're looking for a pub with real atmosphere, head in the evening to this oh-so hipsterly authentic, wood-rich tavern where there's regular live jazz, craft beers and ciders on tap and a real fire. As every seafarer's drinking den should, it even has sawdust on the floor (adding spit for extra authenticity is probably not allowed).


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