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The Ferry Inn, Stone-in-Oxney, Kent

The Ferry Inn

4.7
4.7
1218 Reviews
£25 and under
English

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Dog-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Ferry Inn is a serendipitous country public house with welcoming staff, character rooms, candlelight, open fires, real ales, popular foods and fantastic sunsets.

A 17th Century former smugglers haunt-- this is a pretty little pub in a lovely marshland setting with tables and benches on the front terrace and in the back alongside the riverbank.

Inside it's very easygoing and chatty. The main bar has hop-draped painted beams, a green dado, and stools against the bar where they serve a beer called Oxney Ale specially brewed for the pub by Westerham Brewery.

To the right is a cosy eating area with wheelback chairs-- ideal for a banquette with friends around a few long tables.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    English, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Food Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01233 758246
  • Website
    http://www.oxneyferry.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Stefan Filip
  • Catering
    Menu Includes....<br /><br />• Rye Bay Scallops Pan Seared, with garlic and parsley butter and lightly dressed frissie top lettuce £8.95<br />• Prime Fillet & Chorizo Burger, with sauerkraut and tomato chutney, wrapped in a toasted tortilla, handcut beef dripping chips, salad gherkins and bbq glazed Corn organic salad £12.95<br />• Locally caught catch of the day from Dungeness<br />• Daily Specials Menu<br /><br />We will bespoke as many of their dishes as possible for vegetarians, celiacs, and diners with alleges such as egg, milk and nut.
  • Private party facilities
    Dining in the restaurantMarquee in the gardenWedding Receptions, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Meeting & other Special Events
  • Location
    Appledore Road, Stone-in-Oxney, Kent TN30 7JY
  • Neighbourhood
    Tenterden
  • Cross Street
    Tenterden
  • Parking details
    The Ferry Inn at Stone-in-Oxney has its own large car park opposite the pub. Wheelcahir & Pram friendly.
  • Public transit
    Bus 293 by Kent Coach Tours, Mon & Fri leaves Tenterden Town Hall at 10.30am. Return journey leaves Ferry Inn at 13.20pm. Ask Graham the driver to drop you off at the Ferry Inn and to stop and collect you on the way back. Adult return journey is £4.50, Children half-price.
  • Entertainment
    Occasional music during summer months outside on Sunday afternoons. GlastoneFerry 3 days of great food, ales and music, last weekend of September.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,218 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Kent

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ferry Inn offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food," "friendly service," and "a wonderful atmosphere." Guests praise the "beautiful setting" and "lovely traditional rustic pub" charm. Consistently delicious meals, including "superb Sunday roasts" and standout dishes like "halibut," ensure that diners plan return visits.

1,218 Reviews

  1. Anthony

    Kent

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal only slightly marred by all the roast lunches having ran out by 2.30 pm only chicken available so NOT really Sunday roast day ! All the food that was available was as usual top notch so a great meal even though it was not the one we came for ! This is a great place to eat but Sunday lunch should always be available a lot of people on the day were very disappointed !

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  2. Keith

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent meal. The place was packed but the service was very good and friendly. The food was well presented, with obvious thought as to how it looked as well as how it tasted. Full marks all round.

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  3. Craig

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Terrific Sunday Roast today! Thank you to the entire team for such great food and hospitality!

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  4. Sue

    London

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent view, good service and good food/drink. We will return!

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  5. Paul

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant friendly staff , drink immediate on arrival prompt helpful service nicely presented food airy but cosy surroundings 3 course lunch 2 drinks and coffee to follow £58 each great value.
    The Ferry InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Paul Thank you so much for your lovely review. We very much hope to welcome you again soon. Kind Regards The Ferry Team

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  6. DeliaS

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Knowing the Ferry of old, it was lovely to eat in the new bit... wonderful space. Great Sunday lunch menu... I must remember...book early because later sittings means less choice on menu and single glasses of red!! All in all a great family lunch...delicious food lovely space. Thank you.
    The Ferry InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear DeliaS Thank you for your brilliant review. We very much hope to see you again soon for that earlier table! Kind Regards The Ferry Team

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  7. Gill

    Kent

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely Sunday lunch at the Ferry with friends. The food, service and atmosphere were perfect. We sat at table 8 which has a great position.
    The Ferry InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Gill Many thanks for your lovely review and kind comments. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your Sunday lunch with us. We hope to welcome you again soon. Kind Regards The Ferry Team

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  8. Lewis

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a pleasure to visit the Ferry Inn, the new kitchens and recent extension has done nothing to effect the superb quality of the food and service from the friendly, attentive team and owners who work there. Been coming here for years and will continue to, thanks
    The Ferry InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Lewis Thank you so much for your kind words and continued support. We very much look forward to welcoming you again soon. Kind Regards The Ferry Team

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  9. stephen

    East Sussex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great valentines meal exceptional service for Murphy could not fault the team we will return
    The Ferry InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear stephen Thank you so much for your review and excellent feedback. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your Valentine's meal with us. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Kind Regards The Ferry Team

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  10. Ann-Marie

    East Sussex

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the cod and chips (which I wouldn't normally do) as they had taken a dish I liked off the menu. The batter and chips could have been a bit crispier. They gave me the wrong dessert which they were polite and rectified it very promptly. I'm concerned that the new dining area, which has created many more covers, could have an adverse effect on the quality of the food and service. The dishes are not cheap but if it's good quality and cooked well then it's worth it.
    The Ferry InnResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Ann-Marie Thank you for your review and comments. We are grateful for your feedback and apologise that your meal wasn't as it should have been on this occasion. Our kitchen capacity has increased inline with the dining space and we always endeavour for the quality of our food and service to be exceptional. We hope you will return so that we can provide you with a better experience. Kind Regards The Ferry Team

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FAQs

The Ferry Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 1218 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for The Ferry Inn

Appledore Road, Stone-in-Oxney, Kent TN30 7JY

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Tenterden
  • Neighbourhood
    Tenterden
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Food Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    English, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Ferry Inn at Stone-in-Oxney has its own large car park opposite the pub. Wheelcahir & Pram friendly.
  • Public transit
    Bus 293 by Kent Coach Tours, Mon & Fri leaves Tenterden Town Hall at 10.30am. Return journey leaves Ferry Inn at 13.20pm. Ask Graham the driver to drop you off at the Ferry Inn and to stop and collect you on the way back. Adult return journey is £4.50, Children half-price.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Stefan Filip
  • Entertainment
    Occasional music during summer months outside on Sunday afternoons. GlastoneFerry 3 days of great food, ales and music, last weekend of September.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.oxneyferry.com/
  • Phone number
    01233 758246
  • Catering
    Menu Includes....<br /><br />• Rye Bay Scallops Pan Seared, with garlic and parsley butter and lightly dressed frissie top lettuce £8.95<br />• Prime Fillet & Chorizo Burger, with sauerkraut and tomato chutney, wrapped in a toasted tortilla, handcut beef dripping chips, salad gherkins and bbq glazed Corn organic salad £12.95<br />• Locally caught catch of the day from Dungeness<br />• Daily Specials Menu<br /><br />We will bespoke as many of their dishes as possible for vegetarians, celiacs, and diners with alleges such as egg, milk and nut.
  • Private party facilities
    Dining in the restaurantMarquee in the gardenWedding Receptions, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Meeting & other Special Events
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