Please note: Due to the layout of our historic pub we are not a fully accessibility friendly site. Please speak to a member of the team and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Please note: Due to the layout of our historic pub we are not a fully accessibility friendly site. Please speak to a member of the team and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Dating back to the early 17th century, the Compasses is now recognised as the oldest pub in Tunbridge Wells, with rumours of ghostly customers paying us a visit from time to time. With a roaring fire to keep you cosy in the winter months and a spacious beer ga...
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Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Compasses:
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Beer Garden
WiFi
Historic Pub
Takeaway
Fancy a FREEbie?
Yes, you read that right - free food and drink is up for grabs for all you newcomers. Download the Greene King app & register, spin the wheel, and you might land yourself a main, pud or pint. No catch, just pure joy (and maybe some gravy).
Free dessert? Tick. Free pub classic? Oh yes. Free pint? Don’t mind if we do. And hey, even if you don’t win, you’ll still have our app now, so you can skip the queue like the legend you are.
Christmas is all about good food, great company and making lots of brilliant memories. This year, why not savour a fantastic Christmas dinner in Tunbridge Wells? The Compasses has everything you need to make this festive season one for the books.
Our brand-new festive seasonal menu is now live! Bursting with comforting classics and indulgent winter warmers, every dish is crafted to celebrate the joy of the season. Limited-time only—don’t miss your chance to enjoy our Christmas favourites.
Step into spring with our seasonal specials menu. Our carefully selected dishes are crafted with quality for a symphony of freshness and flavour in every bite. What are you in the mood for?
From iconic classics to bold new pours, there’s a pint with your name on it. Explore our own beers like Flint Eye, Prior Life, Greene King IPA, plus loads more!
Get your fill of traditional pub fare and tuck into a hearty Sunday roast. Cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings, our roasts are a celebration of quality - simple yet spectacular.
While many visit Tunbridge Wells for its eye-catching architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens, the wisest of visitors also know that The Compasses pub is also a must see. Officially recognised as the oldest public house in the area, we’ve been around since the 17th century. So when you step in to take a break from a long day’s sightseeing in Kent, we’ll be sure to welcome you with the utmost standard of hospitality.
For the finest pub food in a friendly, relaxed pub atmosphere book your visit to The Compasses today.
A pub for everyone
We're a proudly family friendly pub, with free Wi-Fi available to keep TikTok lovers preoccupied and a beer garden to let restless dogs roam. Inside you'll find a brightly lit open plan venue with a live fireplace to recharge by as you enjoy your drink.
Feast on what your stomach desires
If the sound of beer-battered cod, crispy chips cooked three times, hearty pies, BBQ chicken wings or pan-seared steak tickle your fancy, you’ll feel right at home with our restaurant quality food! Be sure to check out our Sunday roast listings, full menu and Kids menu for the full range of dishes to suit all meat-eater, vegans and non-gluten requirements alike.
Gift Cards
Give the gift of a cold pint on a hot day, a family catch up, the perfect place to watch the winning goal, and even more, with the Greene King gift card.
