Shepherd Neame’s The White Horse at Boughton-under-Blean reopens
A new menu has also been introduced with an array of dishes inspired by locally sourced ingredients and global flavours
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Shepherd Neame’s 600-year-old country inn The White Horse at Boughton-under-Blean has officially reopened its doors after experienced licensees, the Thompson family, restored and refurbished the property.
With more than 40 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, Sharon and Gordon Thompson, along with all their grown-up children, already run They run The Castle Hotel in Eynsford, Kent; The Abbey Hotel in Battle, East Sussex; The White Horse Inn in Maldon, Essex; The Woolpack Inn in Chilham, and now, their fifth, The White Horse Inn with the Faversham-based brewer.
Named after the historic White Horse which was referred to in Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales, the restaurant has undergone a transformation into a contemporary space filled with bric-a-brac, a wine bar, and a deli counter showcasing locally produced cheeses from Kent and East Sussex.
The inn’s 12 bedrooms are also undergoing refurbishment combining “modern comforts” with the building’s original features.
A new menu has also been introduced with an array of dishes inspired by locally sourced ingredients and global flavours.
The bar will feature ales and lagers, an extensive selection of premium wines, spirits, and expertly crafted cocktails.
The Thompsons, who won Pub of the Year in the 2024 Shepherd Neame Pub of the Year Awards, have also reinstated the bar with traditional brass real ale pumps, complemented by a selection of contemporary lagers, and a warming log burner for colder months.
Yvonne Neame, wife of the late president of Shepherd Neame, said: “The Thompsons do an amazing job, and I have seen how they have transformed both the building and the menu at The Woolpack in Chilham.
“Everything they do is of the highest standard and I am delighted to be able to officially open their latest venture, The White Horse, which I am sure will also prove to be a huge success.”
The family added: “Whether it’s a casual drink or a special celebration, our team, led by Manager Rebecca Wells, is here to make your experience unforgettable, and our menu offers something for everyone.
“Rest assured, The White Horse Inn is in safe hands. We are excited to meet everyone and welcome them in and look forward to becoming part of the wonderful community around Boughton.”
