The Drum Inn
Quick info
About The Drum Inn
On Stone St in Ashford, The Drum Inn is a restaurant with a campsite behind the pub, offering pitches close to the Channel Tunnel and near Junction 11 of the M20 for travellers passing through. The pitches are level and spacious, giving room for tents or vans within walking distance of the bar. Inside, the menu runs to 18 dishes, including Mixed Pitted Olives among the starters, alongside additional specials. A fire is lit on site for colder weather, giving the room somewhere to sit once the pitches empty out for the evening. The pub takes walk-ins rather than bookings, so diners and campers alike arrive without reserving ahead. Between the food, the fire, and the pitches out back, it functions as both a stop for a meal and a base for an overnight stay near the motorway junction.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
Menu & Prices
18 dishes · mains £3–11- Mixed Pitted Olives£5.00
- Grilled Goats' Cheese With Figs, Honey & Walnuts£8.50
- Cheddar Cheese With Caramelised Red Onion Chutney£8.50
- Sourdough With Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar£5.00
- Picante Bell Peppers Filled With Herb Cream Cheese£5.00
- Homemade Soup Of The Day With Warm Ciabatta£8.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention channel tunnel overnight stop, spacious level pitches, roaring fire and generous portion sizes.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention channel tunnel overnight stop, spacious level pitches, roaring fire and generous portion sizes.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently single out the food as the main draw, calling meals excellent and generously portioned with plenty of menu options and specials. Close behind, the campsite pitches earn praise as spacious, level, and peaceful, with the roaring fire and Channel Tunnel proximity mentioned repeatedly. Staff are called friendly, though one reviewer notes staff seemed rushed off their feet. Several say they've returned or booked again.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently single out the food as the main draw, calling meals excellent and generously portioned with plenty of menu options and specials. Close behind, the campsite pitches earn praise as spacious, level, and peaceful, with the roaring fire and Channel Tunnel proximity mentioned repeatedly. Staff are called friendly, though one reviewer notes staff seemed rushed off their feet. Several say they've returned or booked again.
Featured reviews
- Manuel Pfürtner
“Our car broke down on our way to Scottland and fortunately we could place our caravan at The Drum Inn. It is a beautiful beautiful Inn with extremly nice people running the Inn. We had to stay several days before the car was repaired - and in the unlucky situation we were very lucky to stay there. Total recommendation. And Thanks for your hospitality!”
- Jules Doel
“Lovely little campsite behind pub. Great for a stopover. Close to Euro tunnel. Enchanting interior of pub . Food was excellent. The one rushed of her feet staff was friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend staying here .”
- Mary Droscher
“Excellent location for Channel Tunnel overnight stop. Lovely peaceful campsite. Very close to junction 11 of M20 bur we weren't bothered by traffic noise. Friendly and helpful staff. We had an excellent meal. Liked it so much we have booked a night for our return from France.”
- C S
“What a fantastic find! We’ve now stayed here on both our outward and return journeys to France, and it’s become our go-to stop because it’s only around 10 minutes from the Channel Tunnel. The standout feature has to be the food. It’s absolutely exceptional and one of the main reasons we keep coming back. After a long day of travelling, it’s a real treat to enjoy such a high-quality meal without having to go anywhere else. The facilities are clean and well maintained, and the pitches are spacious and almost level, making it an easy and relaxing place to stay. Whether you’re starting your holiday or heading home, this is an ideal overnight stop. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it and will definitely be returning.”
- Lindsay Melrose
“In our experience, The Drum Inn is always an excellent pub to visit. Food is really tasty and comes in generous sized portions. There are lots of tasty options on the menu along with additional specials. There is a roaring fire for colder …”
Location
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- The Brickfield Cookhouse + Pub3.81,6445.1 mi away£10–20Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Drum Inn | 4.5733 | — | — | channel tunnel overnight stop, spacious level pitches, roaring fire |
| Lemon Leaf Restaurant & BarVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.5137 | 4.5 mi | £10–20 | buff momo, gurkha beer |
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| The Brickfield Cookhouse + PubOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 3.81,644 | 5.1 mi away | £10–20 | limited menu options, signature burger, kids menu lacking |
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