The Yew Tree, a countryside pub in Sandling, Maidstone, lit up at dusk

Refined Countryside Dining in Maidstone

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Candlelit dining room with dark green walls at The Yew Tree

A Countryside Pub in Maidstone

Where heritage meets a modern table

Tucked into the picturesque Sandling countryside, The Yew Tree brings together the warmth of a traditional English pub and the care of a fine dining kitchen. Dark green walls, candlelight and a genuine welcome, refined without being stuffy.

Our kitchen works with local suppliers and farmers across Kent, and the menu shifts with the seasons so there is always something new to discover.

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Seasonal British Dining

Our Menus

From relaxed bar plates to indulgent Sunday roasts, every dish is built on the finest Kentish produce.

Seasonal à la carte main course at The Yew Tree

À La Carte

Our signature menu of seasonal British plates, served Monday to Saturday.

Sunday roast with Yorkshire pudding at The Yew Tree

Sunday Roast

Locally sourced roasts with all the trimmings, a Kentish Sunday done right.

Bar plates and sharing snacks at The Yew Tree

Bar & Snacks

Relaxed plates and sharing boards, perfect with a drink by the fire.

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The warm, candlelit bar at The Yew Tree

The Bar at The Yew Tree

Cocktails, Kent wines & local ales

From botanical gin infusions and bold, chilli rimmed signatures to Kent grown wines by Wayfarer and cask ales from Larkins, our bar pours the perfect accompaniment to every visit.

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Loved Across Maidstone & Kent

What our guests say

★★★★★

"We had a fabulous visit and honestly couldn't fault it. The staff were so attentive and welcoming. The Sunday sharing roast was cooked using the best, fresh ingredients, the desserts were truly homemade, and we finished with a few cocktails. We enjoyed it so much we booked for Christmas!"

Michelle RTripadvisor
★★★★★

"Came here to meet up with family and were so impressed by the attentive service and food quality. The Sunday roast we ate outside and the service was absolutely superb without being overbearing. All the vegetables were superbly cooked. Will be back again."

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★★★★★

"Amazed at how busy it was and how professional all the staff were. Great burgers, brilliant atmosphere and a cocktail made at the bar that the whole crowd was drinking. 100% recommend."

Nathan RTripadvisor
A table laid for dinner at The Yew Tree

Reserve Your Table

An evening worth staying in for

Whether it is a long Sunday lunch, a celebration or a quiet dinner for two, we would love to welcome you to The Yew Tree.

Christmas at The Yew Tree · 2026

Spend Christmas with us

Christmas Day and festive set menus all through December. Settle in by candlelight and let us take care of everything. Christmas Day is £120 per adult and £50 per child, with festive set menus from £28 for three courses.

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A festive plated course at The Yew Tree

Find The Yew Tree

In the heart of Sandling

Opening Hours

Mon – Thu12pm – 10pm
Fri – Sat12pm – 11:30pm
Sunday12pm – 8pm

Food served from 12pm, 7 days a week