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The Horseshoe & Castle

Cooling, Rochester

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About The Horseshoe & Castle

The Horseshoe & Castle is a pub on Main Road in Cooling, near Rochester. It serves seafood, steak and pasta dishes in generous portions, and offers a breakfast menu. The venue has a real fire and holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.

The pub takes bookings and is suitable for children and groups. It has comfortable rooms available for guests.

Opening hours

Monday
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 9:30 PM

Kitchen hours

Monday
12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 2:30 PM, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Friday
12:00 – 8:30 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 8:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 5:00 PM

What's nearby

  • St James' Church, Cooling 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this inn's delicious food, especially the seafood, steak, and generous pasta portions, with many highlighting the excellent breakfast. They also mention the warm, cozy atmosphere, complete with a real fire, and appreciate the reasonable prices. Guests consistently praise the friendly, accommodating staff and the clean, comfortable rooms.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.6 / 5 (451 reviews)
Good for children
Yes
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 – Very good
Destination
Rochester

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.