The three rams responsible mr blue, mr green and mr red limped after the flock wearing chest holsters of raddle, wearied beyond measure by their tupping duties. Confusingly for research into the localitys history, ringleton also cited in the. Ringlestone hamlet is nestled off the beaten track in the north downs, yet only five minutes drive from leeds castle and junction 8 of the m20 motorway. The ringlestone inn pub in hollingbourne, maidstone, kent. The steep climb up the slopes of the north downs is rewarded by the opportunity for a few minutes rest at one of the countys most famous public houses the ringlestone inn. Harrietsham and the north downs, kent christopher somerville. Stansted is a rural village in the tonbridge and malling district of kent with schools, pubs, village halls and a recreation ground. Ringlestone road, me17 has 7 houses on it with a current average value of. Check out the similar venues below or view events in maidstone. Using part of the north downs way, the route offers some excellent views of the surrounding countryside from the downs. Find out about the trail and use the interactive map to explore accommodation, services and attractions on the route.
The ringlestone inn, kent crammed to the beams with heavy oak antiques, the interior harks back to the 17th century. The sun inn is an independently owned and operated country pub restaurant, and has recently been refurbished, introducing contemporary modern decor, whilst retaining the oldeworlde charm and beams of a bygone era. Much of the inn has changed very little since then, with its original brick and flint walls and floors, oak beams, inglenooks and centuriesold english furniture. From country estates to city apartments, your ideal property is just a click away. Maintaining all its original character and features, the inn comes complete with exposed brickwork, oakbeamed ceilings and open fireplaces. Book online for instant confirmation and 247 live support. On the run from the law, the vampire family the hamiltons now known as the thompsons heads to england to find an ancient vampire clan known as the stuarts. Ringlestone or rongostone meaning ring of stones dates back to before the norman conquest of england in 1066 and is mentioned in the domesday book of 1086. Squaremeal is london and the uks definitive guide to the best restaurants. Addenda and corrigenda to volume 5, the history and topographical. Ghosts caught on camera paranormal investigation from. It is surrounded by peaceful moorland, adjacent to a pretty stream and just a few minutes.
Jun 01, 2018 the ringlestone inn in maidstone is up for grabs. Unbeknownst to the hamiltons, the stuarts have motives of. Shepherd neame is authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority for. I seem to remember that the two old ladies were sisters and that there was no electric used in the place all lights being oil lamps. Twocourse sunday lunch the ringlestone inn groupon. There is a chance to rest at the ringlestone inn which was built in 1533 and retains many original features. Mar 20, 2020 the ringlestone inn is a beautiful country pub, built in 1533, steeped in history and nestled in a quiet corner of the north kent downs. Hollingbcurne ringlestone road tq 85 ne south side 2172 the ringlestone inn. Originally a cottage the grade ii listed building was converted to an inn back in 1832 and named after a local logan stone.
Seven haunted pubs in kent this halloween kent online. The ringlestone inn is an historic public house and restaurant, located in the ringlestone hamlet near the village of wormshill in kent, england. I wanted to book the meal as a surprise for my partner and son, so whilst in hospital after having major surgery i used the pubs own. Built in 1533, the ringlestone inn was originally used as a hospice for monks, but became one of the early ale houses around 1615. Properties for sale in ringlestone, kent from savills, world leading estate agents. In 1588 the inn is mentioned in a will and accordingly the property was auctioned off to the hepplewhites.
The ringlestone inn, wormshill, kent history in structure. Popular rural pub the ringlestone inn to reopen this week. Surrounded by conservation area, with its own church, duckpond, and farmshop, bredgar is easily accessible from both sittingbourne and maidstone. Ringlestone inn british maidstone 01622 859900 ringlestone road, maidstone, kent, me17 1nx. The ringlestone inn will be pulling pints again from friday after fears that the rural pub near maidstone might never reopen. The ringlestone inn is located at ringlestone road, maidstone, kent. The 23 pubs for sale in kent for a chance to buy your own boozer. Ringlestone inn, hollingbourne, maidstone pub history. Although harrietsham lies along the a20, its not long before you are out of the village and away from the traffic on this route up on the north downs.
Ghost hunt at the very haunted ringlestone inn 24 jun 2017. The chance to own one of kents oldest pubs could be yours for a guide price of. The village has excellent transport links as it is near the m20. The ringlestone inn harrietsham maidstone kent me17 1nx 01622 859900. Now owned by the kent brewer shepherd neame, the ringlestone inn was originally built as a hospice or sanctuary for monks in the 16th century. Beautiful 16th century country pub built in 1533, open fires and original brick and flint walls create cosy bar areas, all recently refurbished including a luxurious. Ghosts caught on camera paranormal investigation from the. Built originally as a threestorey structure, the cornerstone was laid on july 4 in 1904.
The history of the ringlestone inn has been researched by a number of previous owners and is broadly thought to be as follows. Ringlestones entry in the domesday book at the national archives from. Ringlestone inn ringlestone road, harrietsham, maidstone. No future events currently found at the ringlestone inn in maidstone view past events. Dating back to the reign of henry viii the current grade ii listed building was constructed in 1533 and retains its original brick and flint walls and oak beams. The sinister history of the inn near the black post crossroads the ringlestdone, by kind permission of jane horder the ringlestone inn is in harrietsham in kent, and it dates from 1533 when henry viiis marriage to catherine of aragon was annulled so he could marry anne boleyn. Ant veals top uk pubs ringlestone inn, harrietsham. The rugglestone inn widecombe in the moor dartmoor. The street, boughtonunderblean, faversham, kent, me 9al.
If you are looking for proof of ghosts caught on camera, then look no further. Built in 1533, the ringlestone was originally used as a hospice for monks but became one of the early ale houses around 1615. The ringlestone inn in the road between the top of hollingbourne hill and stede hill in harrietsham is now back in business after over a years closure. The production chose to film in kent at stansted, st. Read facts about the trail and watch the trail video. Book the manor farmhouse stay at this 4star businessfriendly country house in sittingbourne. Enjoy free wifi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. The last and shortest of the featurettes is the ringlestone inn 2 min. Popular attractions leeds castle and kent science park are located nearby. Addenda and corrigenda to volume 5, the history and topographical survey of the county of kent. Steeped in history built in 1533, the ringlestone inn was originally used as a hospice for monks, but became one of the early ale houses around 1615. The thompsons by mitchell altieri, butcher brothers, phil. The ringlestone inn is a grade ii listed building in wormshill, kent, england. Many people turned away, so it is necessary to book.
The ringlestone inn, wormshill 1060802 historic england. The 23 pubs for sale in kent for a chance to buy your own. The sinister history of the inn near the black post crossroads. This quaint stone building began life in 1904 as one of the regions leading flour mills. Ringlestone inn, ringlestone road, harrietsham, maidstone, me17 1nx 01622 859900 1215, 1823 mofr. The hollingbourne, maidstone, kent listing uses information from census, trade directories and history to. The ringlestone inn, a central feature of the hamlet, is an historic 16th. The ringlestone inn, a central feature of the hamlet, is an historic 16th century alehouse. The ringlestone inn the ringlestone inn are based in harrietsham in kent.
Ringlestone enterprises ltd free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity. Our menus change regularly based on the best available produce, so dishes may vary. Historical archives of pubs in ringlestone, kent, england. Enjoy free wifi, free parking, and an arcadegame room. As one of the countys oldest ale houses wed be shocked if not a single ghoul had made this pub home at some point in the past five centuries. Kevin, christina, siobhan and heather welcome you to their 16th century inn. Ringlestone inn, ringlestone road, harrietsham, maidstone, ringlestone, kent, me17 1nx 01622 290 300. About the ringlestone inn with hefty tankards, oak beaming in the lamplight, and a rich history, the ringlestone inn serves up a range of hearty meals and fireside ales, with its resident barn owl providing a final feather in its cap. Save up to 75% off hotels near bars in harrietsham. This reputedly haunted historic public house on the north downs is on one of the traditional pilgrims routes to canterbury. References edit ringlestones entry in the domesday book at the national archives.
The ringlestone inn in harrietsham is thought to once to be a hospice, owned by the church for the sanctuary of monks, who were likely to have left around 1539. Heritage list entry summary for the ringlestone inn. The ringlestone inn april 1, 2018 so tomorrow is our last day we will be open till four then thats it. Ringlestone is a suburb and housing estate in the town of maidstone, kent, england. The ringlestone inn, harrietsham updated 2020 restaurant. This harrietsham public house comes with gardens, a car park and lots of potential. An anamorphic widescreen dvd is also along for the ride in this combo pack. See why it was listed, view it on a map, see visitor comments and photos and share your own comments and photos of this building. Property details for ringlestone inn ringlestone road. This is a lovely old pub with a fascinating history but a few miles from where i was born. Regarding the ringlestone i have memories of the place from various scout hikes that included illicit forays into licensed premises. Filmed largely in the uk, several scenes feature the ringlestone inn near harrietsham, in kent, southeast of london. Over the subsequent years the inn grew in popularity and travellers would stop.
The old stone inn dates back to the turn of the century. Now owned by the kent brewer shepherd neame, the ringlestone inn was originally built as a. The ringlestone inn, wormshill, kent british listed buildings. It is on the eastern side of the river medway, near allington. Near ringlestone i passed through a field of ewes, perhaps 150 of them. This 5 bed freehold detached house is located at ringlestone inn, ringlestone road, harrietsham, maidstone me17 1nx and has an estimated current value of. The ringlestone inn is a beautiful country pub, built in 1533, steeped in history and nestled in a quiet corner of the north kent downs. Manor farmhouse in sittingbourne, united kingdom expedia.
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Directory of pubs in the uk, historical public houses, taverns, inns, beer houses and hotels in hollingbourne, maidstone, kent. Discount hotels near the ringlestone inn bar, harrietsham. Housed in a 16thcentury inn originally built as a hospice for monks, the ringlestone inn site has been used as an ale house since 1615. Tankards dangle precariously from the bar and old cartoons hang lopsided on the. Confusingly for research into the localitys history, ringleton also cited in the domesday book and appearing in the kent hundred.