A traditional English pub in the heart of Dartford
Nestled in the heart of Dartford, The Royal Oak is a traditional English pub where history, hospitality and great times come together.
Step through our doors and you’ll discover a pub full of character. With beautiful centuries-old timber beams, original fireplaces and cosy corners, The Royal Oak has all the charm you’d expect from a historic English inn while offering everything you’d want from a modern local. In the colder months, our log burner creates the perfect setting to relax with a pint, while during the summer our spacious beer garden is the ideal place to enjoy the sunshine with family and friends.
Whether you’re calling in for a quiet drink, meeting friends after work, watching the big match or spending an afternoon enjoying the racing, you’ll always find a warm welcome waiting for you.
More than just a pint
As a proud Shepherd Neame pub, we’re honoured to be part of Britain’s oldest brewer, continuing a brewing tradition that stretches back more than 300 years. We have a carefully selected range of lagers, ciders, wines and spirits, we’re passionate about serving every drink to the highest standard.
Enjoy a game of darts, choose your favourite tracks on our digital jukebox, relax in our welcoming beer garden or simply unwind with friends in surroundings that have been welcoming people for generations.
Every weekend you’ll also find delicious fresh seafood, hot dogs and traditional pie & mash from our popular local food partners in the car park - the perfect accompaniment to a visit and of course you can enjoy your food in the pub.
A pub at the heart of the community
For generations, The Royal Oak has been part of Dartford’s story, and today we’re proud to continue that tradition.
We believe the best pubs are welcoming to everyone. Whether you’re one of our regulars or visiting for the very first time, you’ll find friendly faces, great conversation and an atmosphere that keeps people coming back. We’re dog and child friendly although we do ask that dogs are kept on leads and children vacate early evening in line with our licence.
From major sporting events and race meetings to charity fundraisers, seasonal celebrations and community gatherings, there’s always something happening at The Royal Oak.
We look forward to welcoming you
Whether you’re joining us for your favourite pint beside the log burner on a winter’s evening, soaking up the atmosphere on match day, enjoying a summer afternoon in the garden or simply discovering us for the first time, we look forward to welcoming you.
Come in, pull up a chair and experience what a proper local is all about.
The Royal Oak, Dartford
Good Beer. Good People. Proper Local.
