Business Details
Welcome to The Jackdaw - Historic Pub in Canterbury, Kent
Established in the picturesque village of Denton, just outside Canterbury, The Jackdaw is a historic pub offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for visitors. Our contemporary bar and restaurant serve homemade, high-quality pub food with diverse options including vegan dishes, Sunday lunches, and children's meals. Proudly affiliated with Cask Marque and the British Institute of Innkeeping, we ensure excellence in both food and service. The pub features a real log fire for winter comfort and a spacious garden for summer enjoyment. As a setting for the Battle of Britain film, we showcase Spitfire memorabilia, particularly in our dedicated Spitfire room.We encourage advance bookings for meals served Wednesday to Saturday 12:00 - 20:00 and Sundays 12:00 - 16:30. Our menus, subject to change due to locally sourced ingredients, are designed to cater to various dietary requirements. We welcome well-behaved dogs in our bar area and offer afternoon teas from 14.95 per person, requiring 48-hour pre-booking with a 5 deposit. Function bookings for events such as funeral receptions are available upon request.
Services
Pub Food
Sunday Lunches
Vegan Options
Afternoon Teas
Function Receptions
Highlights and features
- We offer homemade meals using locally sourced ingredients.
- Our pub features a real log fire and spacious garden.
- We cater to dietary requirements with vegan and children's options.
- We showcase unique Spitfire memorabilia in a historic setting.
- We provide afternoon teas with optional prosecco pairing.
Associations and certifications
- Cask Marque
- British Institute of Innkeeping
Services
Pub Food
Our pub food features homemade dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Menus include vegan options, Sunday lunches, and restaurant-quality meals, with snacks and desserts. Dietary requirements are accommodated seasonally.
Afternoon Teas
Afternoon teas start at 14.95 per person or 19.95 with prosecco. Pre-booking 48 hours in advance is required, with a 5 deposit per person to secure reservations.
Function Receptions
Host funeral receptions and private events in our historic setting. Our team tailors menus and arrangements to your requirements, with bookings available upon consultation.
Dog-Friendly Area
Well-behaved dogs are welcome in our bar area, allowing pet owners to enjoy meals and drinks in a relaxed environment with their four-legged companions.
Historic Tours
Explore our pub's role in the Battle of Britain film and view Spitfire memorabilia in our dedicated room, combining history with a contemporary dining experience.
Questions
What are The Jackdaw's opening hours?
We are open Wednesday–Thursday 12:00–22:00, Friday–Saturday 12:00–23:00, and Sunday 12:00–18:00. Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and Bank Holidays.
Does The Jackdaw offer vegan food options?
Yes, our menus include vegan dishes alongside traditional pub fare, catering to diverse dietary preferences.
Can I book a table in advance?
Booking is strongly advised. Contact us via phone or email to reserve a table for lunch, dinner, or afternoon tea.
Are dogs allowed at The Jackdaw?
Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome in our bar area but not in the restaurant or garden.
Do you host private events?
Yes, we accommodate events like funeral receptions. Contact our team to discuss your requirements and menu options.
Is there a deposit for afternoon tea bookings?
A £5 deposit per person is required for afternoon tea reservations, with 48-hour pre-booking mandatory.
