Kevin & Sue Boyle invite you to relax at their picturesque Freehouse
situated in the idyllic
and historical village
of Cooling on the
Hoo peninsula

It is a friendly, welcoming family pub with beer garden, large car park and enthusiastic, friendly staff.

Please take the time to enjoy our site. You can find lots of information on the facilites we have at The Horseshoe & Castle, but if you have any questions, or would like to make a booking, please contact us.

What do our customers think of us?

"Just a quick e-mail to thank you for our recent stay. We arrived on Friday night for a wedding at Cooling Castle on Sunday. We would like to thank you for a very pleasant stay. The food from the bar menu and breakfast were all 1st class. We would be happy to recommend you to any of our friends, and found the atmosphere friendly and relaxed."

Sharon and Nigel Wild - Stockport, Cheshire

Opening Times

Tue 11.30 - 3.00 & 5.45 - 11.00
Wed - Sat 11.30am - 11.00pm
Sunday 12.00 - 10.30

Closed Lunchtime Monday Except Bank Holidays

• 3 Well appointed guest rooms (2 en-suite)
• 26 cover restaurant (seafood our speciality)
• A selection of real ales (CAMRA recognised)
• Warm, unhurried service
• Fine Wines
• Comfortable and relaxed surroundings
• Detached annex offering a further two Double en-suite rooms