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Shepherd Neame Britain’s oldest brewer 🍺
Quality beer & unforgettable pub moments since 1698. Welcome to Shepherd Neame - Britain's oldest brewer.
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Brewing has taken place on the site of the Faversham Brewery for more than 400 years. In 1864, Percy Beale Neame joined the then Shepherd & Mares brewery and when John Henry Mares died two months later, Shepherd Neame & Company was born

From then on, Shepherd Neame has continued to provide the country with quality Kentish ales for the enjoyment of all

Winter stays are back! ❄️ Escape the everyday with a seasonal getaway at one of our hotels and inns.From 2 November 2026...
23/10/2026

Winter stays are back! ❄️

Escape the everyday with a seasonal getaway at one of our hotels and inns.
From 2 November 2026 to 20 March 2027*, enjoy exclusive accommodation offers across the Shepherd Neame estate, with cosy stays, great food and plenty of reasons to switch off and unwind.
Book now and give yourself something to look forward to this winter.

Click the link in our bio for more information, *Terms and conditions apply.

They may already have plenty of experience running pubs, but Paige Stubbington and Mark Revell have also been getting so...
17/10/2026

They may already have plenty of experience running pubs, but Paige Stubbington and Mark Revell have also been getting some extra support from our team through a Shepherd Neame Partnership Tenancy Agreement.

The couple, who have been running our 300-year-old The Anchor Faversham for three years, have signed up for the new partnership, which has given them a helping hand in areas such as operational advice and support refurbishing their kitchen and garden.

Read their story here 👉 https://snea.me/anchor-faversham-partnership

Four wins, that's plenty to raise a glass to! 🍻We're proud to have received four medals at the Great British Food Awards...
16/10/2026

Four wins, that's plenty to raise a glass to! 🍻

We're proud to have received four medals at the Great British Food Awards 2026 🎉

🏆 1698 – Gold
🥉 Whitstable Bay Pale Ale – Bronze
🥉 Spitfire Amber Ale – Bronze
🥉 Whitstable Bay 0.5% Pale Ale – Bronze

A huge cheers to our brilliant brews and everyone who makes them possible.

14/10/2026

We've teamed up with iconic seaside pub The Old Neptune to sponsor the Sailing Yacht Cormorant in the Rolex Middle Sea Race! ⛵

Making history as the first yacht from Whitstable to take on this prestigious 606-nautical-mile challenge, the crew will fly the flag for our much-loved seaside town on the international stage, with both Whitstable Bay and The Old Neptune logos on the hull of the boat 🌊

Find out more here 👉 https://bit.ly/4s32Iq9

Good luck, crew! 🍻

Congratulations to The Dove Dargate for scooping a Silver Award at the Taste of Kent Awards 🥈The popular countryside pu...
13/10/2026

Congratulations to The Dove Dargate for scooping a Silver Award at the Taste of Kent Awards 🥈

The popular countryside pub, just a few miles from our Faversham brewery, came runner-up in the Kent Dining Experience of the Year category, missing out on the Gold Award by just one point.

Well done to Will, Sophie and the whole team! 👏

13/10/2026

It’s Bake Off day! 🍰 With The Great British Bake Off on tonight, we’re looking back at our very own Brewery Bake Off here at Shepherd Neame!

A couple of weeks ago, talented bakers from across the brewery put their skills to the test, with Michelin-starred chef Stephen Harris from The Sportsman, Seasalter, and Alex Redwood from our Charity of the Year, Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), judging the entries.

🏆 The winner was Production Planner Melissa, with her Chocolate Iron Wharf Stout Cake topped with cream cheese frosting. Delicious!

Entry fees and donations from the cake tasting went to KSS to support their vital work. ❤️

Who’s tuning in to tonight’s The Great British Bake Off episode? 👀🍰

Huge congratulations to our 21 Shepherd Neame team members who completed the Ultra Challenge Kent Downs 50 Challenge thi...
12/10/2026

Huge congratulations to our 21 Shepherd Neame team members who completed the Ultra Challenge Kent Downs 50 Challenge this weekend! 🎉

A special shoutout to our Trailblazers Olly Scott and John Barnes, who both completed the route in less than six hours, and a massive well done to everyone who crossed the finish line 👏

An incredible team effort, all in support of our Charity of the Year, Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex.

You can support our team by donating to our Just Giving page: www.justgiving.com/page/shepsgiving2026

The East Kent Artists' Open Houses exhibition is now open! 🧑‍🎨Pick up a trail map and explore artwork by local artists i...
12/10/2026

The East Kent Artists' Open Houses exhibition is now open! 🧑‍🎨

Pick up a trail map and explore artwork by local artists in their homes, galleries and studios.

This year, our Brewery will be open as part of the Faversham trail from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, for visitors to step inside the historic building and view artwork from our Spring Photography Competition.

You can pick up a free brochure, including maps and opening times, from the Fleur de lis Information Centre, Faversham Library and Creek Creative.

Good luck to everyone taking on this year's Team Extreme race - the Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge! 🏃Today, 21 of our She...
10/10/2026

Good luck to everyone taking on this year's Team Extreme race - the Kent Downs 50 Ultra Challenge! 🏃

Today, 21 of our Shepherd Neame team members are taking on a gruelling 50km route around the Kent Downs, starting at Detling and passing sites like Mote Park, Leeds Castle and the River Medway, before returning to basecamp at the Kent Showground.

And, they're doing it all for charity! Everyone taking part is raising money for our wonderful Charity of the Year, Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex.

You can support our team by donating to our Just Giving page: www.justgiving.com/page/shepsgiving2026

Celebrating Kent’s incredible artistic talent 🎨We were delighted to join the Contemporary Kent Artists private view earl...
09/10/2026

Celebrating Kent’s incredible artistic talent 🎨

We were delighted to join the Contemporary Kent Artists private view earlier this week to celebrate this year’s winners. Congratulations to Laura Hills, who won the 2026 CKA Shepherd Neame Kent Artist Award for her painting, Gathering Line, presented by Jonathan Neame.

A special mention also goes to Howard Cooper, whose submission, First Pint, was inspired by our Faversham brewery!

The prize-giving was followed by drinks, nibbles and music at The Boatyard at The Duke of Cumberland 🍻

Explore the exhibition, now open at Horsebridge Art Centre, Whitstable, until Sunday, October 18. Entry is free!

We’re proud to let you know that we’ve teamed up with a fellow Faversham-based group to improve access to potentially li...
05/10/2026

We’re proud to let you know that we’ve teamed up with a fellow Faversham-based group to improve access to potentially life-saving equipment in our home town ❤️

A defibrillator has now been installed on the outside of the Albion Taverna pub, thanks to the equipment being donated by Faversham Emergency Equipment CIC (Community Interest Company), a not-for-profit group.

It can be easily accessed 24 hours a day and can be used for all ages. It was installed by our contractors Elite Electrical for free.

Rob Crayford, Faversham Councillor Director of Faversham Emergency Equipment CIC, joined the Albion’s General Manager Daniel Lewis to see it in situ. More here 👉 https://snea.me/defib-albion-taverna

The autumn edition of the Broadstairs Food Festival is back 🍔The mouth-watering festival will feature more than 100 food...
29/09/2026

The autumn edition of the Broadstairs Food Festival is back 🍔

The mouth-watering festival will feature more than 100 food and drink stalls, cooking demonstrations, guided tastings, live entertainment and more.

Don't forget to stop off for a pint at the Shepherd Neame Festival Bar 🍻

📆 Friday October 2 to Sunday October 4
📍 Victoria Gardens, Broadstairs
⏰ Open from 10am
🎟️ Free entry

We can't wait to see you there!

A new chapter beneath a London icon 🍸The Jamaica Clubhouse has landed beneath the historic Jamaica Winehouse, with rich ...
28/09/2026

A new chapter beneath a London icon 🍸

The Jamaica Clubhouse has landed beneath the historic Jamaica Winehouse, with rich red interiors, velvet seating, cocktails, live entertainment and food delivered from Honest Burgers 🍔

Timeless character, great British food and a fresh new vibe. See you downstairs!

Find out more here 👉 https://bit.ly/4xW2EK9

As another season draws to a close, it has been a pleasure to support Kent Cricket and see the players sporting our spon...
28/09/2026

As another season draws to a close, it has been a pleasure to support Kent Cricket and see the players sporting our sponsored kit throughout the year.

A huge congratulations to everyone at the Club on securing promotion to Division One. A fantastic achievement and a testament to the hard work, commitment and performances delivered throughout the season.

We also wish all the players the very best of luck at the awards on Wednesday, as they celebrate the achievements and dedication that have defined a memorable year for Kent Cricket.

Congratulations to everyone involved, both on and off the field, and thank you to the Club, players and supporters for another brilliant summer of cricket.

Here's to another year of partnership, until next season 🍻🏏

26/09/2026

🇬🇧 Today marks the beginning of British Food Fortnight - a celebration of the diverse, delicious food Britain produces. And you can't get more British than a roast dinner!

As the evenings draw in and the temperature drops, there's nothing more comforting than a proper roast in a cosy pub. 🍂

We tried the Sunday roast at The Parrot - Canterbury's oldest pub, established 1370. A good roast is best enjoyed in a cosy, dark pub with uneven floors and beamed ceilings. This is the perfect place to end up after a historic day out in Canterbury.

Up to 90% of the seasonal fruit and veg on our menus is British, with beef, lamb and pork UK-sourced where possible. 🇬🇧

24/09/2026

What a night at the Duke of Cumberland 👩‍🍳

Our first-ever Apprentice Kitchen this week showcased the talent and creativity of Shepherd Neame's apprentices, who took the lead on a special three-course meal from prep to service.

The menu included goat's cheese beignets, confit chicken terrine, and white chocolate and cherry jam brioche bread and butter pudding 😋

Well done to our brilliant apprentices!

A day on the green, Shepherd Neame style! ⛳️Our annual Shepherd Neame Golf Day returned to the Cave Hotel last week (Sep...
23/09/2026

A day on the green, Shepherd Neame style! ⛳️

Our annual Shepherd Neame Golf Day returned to the Cave Hotel last week (September 15), bringing together around 100 of our heartland free trade customers, tenanted licensees and Business Development Managers for a day of friendly competition, good company and, of course, a few well-earned pints.

Taking the top spot with an impressive 99 points was Team Pearce - well done to Keith Pearce, Scott Matthews, Fenella Balmforth and Tim Weir! 🏆

Our Singha Land Rover was also on-hand to keep players refreshed with pints of the premium Thai l***r as they made their way around the course 🍺

The final swing was followed by a meal at The Cave, where the winners were presented with their prizes.

A big thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success. Here’s to the next round! 🏌️‍♂️

Huge congratulations to the Old House at Home - Dormansland for being named the UK Community Sustainability Hero at the ...
18/09/2026

Huge congratulations to the Old House at Home - Dormansland for being named the UK Community Sustainability Hero at the PubAid Community Pub Hero Awards 2026 👏

The pub was recognised at the House of Commons for its efforts to make the hospitality industry greener, including a number of successful sustainability initiatives.

Find out more here 👉 https://bit.ly/4AhKaGf

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