The Black Horse Inn
Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr Maidstone, Maidstone, ME14 3LD, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
This rural Inn is set in a peaceful Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 4.5 miles from magnificent Leeds Castle. It offers charming, individually styled rooms with Wi-Fi and a lovely garden. The rooms feature a Freeview TV, ironing supplies, and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room at The Black Horse Inn also has bright, country-style décor. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The rooms are located in annexes across the property's grounds. Boasting wooden beams and an open fire, The Black Horse’s restaurant serves a menu made using local and homegrown produce. The bar stocks Kentish cask ales, and there is a patio for al fresco dining. The Inn is surrounded by stunning scenery and has many walking trails on the doorstep. Maidstone’s shops and restaurants are a 10 minutes’ drive away, while the M20 motorway is a 5-minute drive. The individual Kentish Barn style lodges at this rural Inn are located within the grounds a very short distance away from the main pub and restaurant building, each room has independent external access. The site is set in a peaceful Area of of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 4.5 miles from magnificent Leeds Castle. It offers charming, individually styled rooms with free Wi-Fi and lovely large garden areas. The rooms feature FreeSat TV, ironing supplies and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room at The Black Horse Inn has bright, country-style décor. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Boasting wooden beams and an open fire, The Black Horse Inn restaurant serves a menu crafted using local and homegrown produce. The bar stocks Kentish cask ales, and there is a patio for al fresco dining. The Inn is surrounded by stunning scenery and has many walking trails on the doorstep. Shops in the county town of Maidstone are only a 10 minute drive away, while the M20 motorway is a 5 minute drive.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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See what guests loved the most:
- DuncanUnited Kingdom“Pub was great, great selection of beers, locals friendly, staff fantastic, food excellent, great stopover for tunnel or ferry, great places to visit.”
- LydiaUnited Kingdom“It was a beautiful location, and the perfect place to stay for us. We were cycling from London to the Kent coast and this was the ideal half way spot! The room was ready when we arrived, and was very spacious and clean. We thought the staff were...”
- JoannaCanada“Beautiful property, excellent service. The evening meal we had was out of this world. Would absolutely go here again for an overnight or just a meal.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- The Black Horse Pub
- CuisineLocal
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of The Black Horse InnGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Horseback ridingOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Radio
- TV
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Pet basket
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Packed lunches
- Express check-in/out
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- English
- Polish
- Romanian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash The Black Horse Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that you need to reserve a table if you would like dinner. Children under 10 years are not allowed in the restaurant after 20:00.
The reception for guests is open Monday to Friday 7am to 8pm, Saturday 8am to 6pm and Sunday 8am to 12pm. When the reception is closed the keys can be collected from the pub/restaurant.
Breakfast is served Monday to Friday 07:00 to 09:30, and Saturday and Sunday 08:00 to 10:00.
If arriving by car, be careful when using satellite navigation. After M20 junction 7, as you come into the A249, most sat-nav systems will send you the wrong side of the Pilgrims Way. Please ensure you turn right into Detling Village, NOT left towards Boxley Village.
Check-in outside of the check-in times is not possible.
FAQs about The Black Horse Inn
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The Black Horse Inn has 1 restaurant:
- The Black Horse Pub
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The Black Horse Inn is 3.1 miles from the center of Maidstone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at The Black Horse Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- À la carte
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Room options at The Black Horse Inn include:
- Double
- Family
- Twin
- Triple
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Check-in at The Black Horse Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The prices at The Black Horse Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Black Horse Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Horseback riding