The Duke of Cumberland

The Duke of Cumberland Pub and Hotel
Dukes – Bar Hotel Live Music

The Duke Of Cumberland

The Duke of Cumberland
High Street, Whitstable
Tel: 01227 280617 – Website


You’ll find The Duke of Cumberland is a big, friendly pub, right in the heart of Whitstable, a few seconds from the beach.


A Grade II listed building, there has been an inn on this site for more than 300 years. Known as the Noah’s Ark until 1747, Landlord Robert Chandler renamed it Duke William in honour of the Duke of Cumberland who, a year earlier, had crushed the Scottish rebellion at Culloden.

The Duke of Cumberland Pub in Whitstable is one venue that should be on your Live Music Event calendar

In 1748 it was used as the headquarters for the oyster and dredger men.

 in Whitstable is one venue that should be on your Live Music Event calendar

Fire swept through the building in 1866. The Pub was rebuilt immediately and in 1867 William Lester applied for a license at the Petty sessions.

Today we’re a restaurant, hotel and bar offering great ales, tasty food, quality live music and good company, so check us out soon.

Our simple, delicious bar menu is served Wednesday to Saturday from midday til 3 although anytime is a good time to visit, try and pop in for your lunch break

Find upcoming gigs at our website or check out the ‘Go Whitstable’ Gig Guide

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