The Best Outdoor Dining Pods & Igloos in Kent 2022
Seven outdoor and private dining pods to try…
THE BULLS HEAD, PRATT’S BOTTOM
A traditional country pub in the village of Pratts Bottom (@bullsheadprattsbottom), on the outskirts of Orpington, The Bulls Head will be bringing back its private dining pods again this year in conjunction with @valentinaoccasions .
Complete with their own bluetooth speakers to play your favourite tunes and full-sized dining table, the pods are heated, weather resistant and uniquely styled across themes including Winter wonderland, Autumnal Woodland, Art Deco and others. Check to make sure which themes are available when you are looking to book.
Address: The Bulls Head, Rushmore Hill, Pratt's Bottom, Orpington BR6 7NQ.
Info: http://bullsheadprattsbottom.co.uk/ & www.valentinapodsbullshead.co.uk
THE RED BULL, ECCLES, AYLESFORD
The Garden Dinning Globe Experience at The Red Bull (@theredbull.eccles) in Eccles sees guests relax in a rustic dining experience.
Arrival drinks packages include a Gin Tree of Maidstone George or Copper Rivet Gin & Fevertree Tonic, a Pitcher of Pimms & Lemonade or Kentish Chapel Down Bubbles of your choice.
Address: The Red Bull, Mackenders Lane, Eccles, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7HX
THE ABERGAVENNY ARMS, FRANT, TUNBRIDGE WELLS
This charming 15th Century coaching inn (@theabergavennyarms), will be bringing back their outdoor dining pods for this Autumn/Winter in the coming weeks.
Keep an eye out for the launch and the menus available.
Address: The Abergavenny Arms, Frant Rd, Frant, Tunbridge Wells TN3 9DB
THE PLOUGH, IVY HATCH, SEVENOAKS
The Plough at Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks (@theploughivyhatch), has teamed up with Valentina Occasions to offer magical winter wonderland themes and others, fitted with heaters, lighting, bluetooth speakers, props and themed decorations. What more could you ask for?
Pods aside, this gastropub, refurbished last year and with Masterchef semi-finalist Freddie Innes at the helm, it’s worth the visit for the food.
Address: The Plough, High Cross Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, TN15 0NL
Info: https://www.theploughivyhatch.com/ or www.valentinapodstheplough.co.uk
OAD STREET FOOD AND CRAFTS, SITTINGBOURNE
Four luxury igloo pods have been set up in the magical courtyard at Oad Street Food and Crafts (@oadstreetfoodandcrafts), with heating and music systems. Each igloo has its own large round table, cosy sofas with cushions and throws, and an amazing overhead dried floral centrepiece.
You can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea in your own winter wonderland.
Address: Oad Street, Food & Crafts, Oad Street, Sittingbourne, ME9 8LB
THE CLIFTON HOTEL, FOLKESTONE
You can now dine outdoors all year round in your own magical, private dining dome at The Clifton Hotel in Folkestone (@cliftonhoteluk).
There’s heating, mood lighting, an in-dome ‘call for service’, various food and drinks menus and bespoke packages for up to eight guests.
Address: Best Western Clifton Hotel, Clifton Gardens, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2EB
Al La Turka, Herne Bay
While a la Turka (@alaturkahernebay) has been serving dishes originating from Gaziantep - a city and settlement in Turkey's South Eastern region - for a number of years, guests can now hire the outdoor dining pods right next to the seafront.
Pod reservations are limited to two hour time slots with a maximum of 10 persons but with 8 people recommended for perfect comfort.
Address: Alla Turka, 61 Central Parade, Herne Bay CT6 5JG
