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Gary & Kim welcome you to the Sugar Loaves, situated within the picturesque Kentish village of Hollingbourne. Its location is just 5 mins away from the local village railway station and is also within walking distance of historic Leeds Castle, which is just over half a mile away.Available every day is a Fish & Chips take-a-way service, or take a look at our speciality food nights (Details can be found on the website)So if you're looking for a real Kentish Village Pub, serving traditionalAles and Wines, with a real large open fire.....Then come give us a visit.A warm atmosphere and family welcome awaits you.
PRICE RANGE
C$7 - C$24
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Takeout, Table Service
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Just looking to have a quiet meal, the meal was lovely and staff were very attentive and helpful. Excellent customer service from the bar. The lady was delightful and friendly. I will definitely come back again.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

We were staying at the Great Danes hotel and decided to walk into Hollingbourne to find a pub with food. What a great place we chose. The food was excellent. Really nicely presented. My brother had the steak suet pud. Wow the chunks of meat...in it!! My husband had the fish assortment in basket. I had the pate and garlic prawns. All delicious. Very friendly staff and gorgeous boxer dog. All in all an excellent village pub with a good assortment of ale and food.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed November 5, 2023 via mobile

Absolutely loved it here! Great village pub. We were made to feel welcome by staff and locals. Food was absolutely brilliant and at such a good price, we even opted for dessert! Thank you, We hope to come back in the future.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Steve Thomas, Owner at The Sugar Loaves, responded to this reviewResponded November 7, 2023

Thank you vert much for the great review. We look forward to seeing you again. Kind regards Steve

Reviewed November 4, 2023

Just moved into the village and thought I would treat myself to a pint and dinner. This is a genuine pub that has good beer and top quality food. Would recommend it if you are passing through. It is also dog friendly. Great place ,...great staff, great food try it.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Steve Thomas, Owner at The Sugar Loaves, responded to this reviewResponded November 7, 2023

Hi Ian, Welcome to the Village, Thanks for the Five stars and the review. Regards Steve

Reviewed October 22, 2023

We went as a group of seven on a Saturday whilst visitng the area. It was very quiet and I wondered if we had made the wrong choice. However as it turned out everything was excellent and reasonably priced. Well worth supporting this place if...you live nearbyMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed August 27, 2023 via mobile

Called in for food as we were staying in the area. All meals were well presented and delicious. The veg selection provided on the roast dinner was plentiful and tasty. We thoroughly enjoy the food and drinks.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 24, 2023

I love this place. Its a hidden gem. What a joy to find an authentic pub. Great staff and food. We will be back!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed July 2, 2023 via mobile

Living local we fancied a Sunday roast with our little girl. We’ve not tried the sugar loaves before but we will certainly be back! First thing to say is it’s great prices for lovely roast dinners. My husband had a burger and I had the...roast beef! They have lots of choice for the children too. Super friendly atmosphere with a really attentive waitress. Will definitely be back.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed April 2, 2023

Our first Sunday lunch here. Sunday lunch was delicious. Roast potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft inside. We all enjoyed our meals. Friendly staff. Will definitely return. Best roast we've had out for years.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Steve Thomas, Owner at The Sugar Loaves, responded to this reviewResponded April 3, 2023

Thank you for the review we are glad you enjoyed your visit with us

Reviewed January 20, 2023 via mobile

A nice country pub with lovely reasonably priced pub food. The staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome. Dog friendly too with water bowls around and he got dog treats from behind the bar!

Date of visit: January 2023
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Steve T, Owner at The Sugar Loaves, responded to this reviewResponded January 23, 2023

Thank you very much for the review

Reviewed October 8, 2022

Found this lovely dog friendly pub on our travels, Was Made to feel welcome by locals and staff. Food was very flavoursome,I had the burger with bacon cheese and the most amazing onion rings,my friend had the fish and chips they even cooked the dog...a sausage. Would highly recommend this pub and would use again.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed July 26, 2022 via mobile

What a gem! Other pubs in area won’t serve due to lazy staff. This place is great, cozy , good food. Highly recommended. Steve is the owner very nice!!

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed May 28, 2022

Lunch with my family on a Saturday afternoon - very friendly staff, great selection of hand pulled beers kept in good condition. Menu basic but excellent quality food. We had Lincolnshire sausages in a sandwich, Cajun chicken and bacon in a sandwich, a baked potato...with chilli and cheese, and cheesy chips. The food was quite slow to arrive, but obviously all cooked fresh so well worth the wait and much better than having precooked food reheated. The sandwiches were all delicious, the chips were lovely and crispy with a nice fluffy centre, you really could not ask for more. Also a lovely eclectic feel to the place, olde-worlde and homely with lots of little cosy nooks inside and a nice garden outside. Give it a try!More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed November 28, 2021

On a freezinng cold day we were welcomed by a roaring open log fire and the sound of, what appeared to be locals/regulars, having a good time. Went for Sunday lunch and were more than happy. Nice big portions and lovely veg to accompany. Sticky...toffee pudding with custard to follow. Nice beers and wine too, at a really good proce. Service was excellent too. Will certainly be back!More

Date of visit: November 2021
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Reviewed November 22, 2021

There are three pubs in Hollingbourne, each worthy in their own way. But while the Dirty Habit and The Windmill are effectively restaurants serving drinks, the Sugar Loaves is very much a pub serving food. A proper pub, in other words. Friendly, unfancy, with great...beer and an excellent, if limited, menu which will not break the bank. Six of us enjoyed a generous freshly cooked Sunday lunch in the very relaxing company of locals and their dogs and we will certainly be back.More

Date of visit: November 2021
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The Sugar Loaves is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5