about us

We are a freehouse pub which serves a variety of locally brewed ales, lager selection, spirits, wines & beverages. Our restaurant serves traditional pub food which is locally sourced wherever possible, including Sunday Roast.

During the Middle Ages, Reculver Towers and Roman Fort

Was a thriving township with a weekly market and a yearly fair and it was a member of the Cinque Ports of Sandwich. The twin spires of the church became a landmark for mariners known as the “Twin Sisters”

The military connection resumed in the second world war when Barnes Wallis’s bouncing bombs were tested in the sea of Reculver Towers and Roman Fort. Whilst the King Ethelbert Pub offered food and drink to the servicemen stationed nearby.

Since taking over the pub in 2004, we’ve expanded on its strong local customer base and now welcome a diverse clientele, including visitors from all over the UK.

Guests can enjoy the refreshing sea air, explore the historic Reculver Towers and Roman Fort, and take a scenic walk or cycle along the shoreline—perfectly complemented by a visit to the pub for a delicious meal or refreshing drink.

We take pride in running a pub with stunning views, a fantastic location, and the opportunity to serve great food and beer at an excellent value!

We've got two log burners to provide a great atmosphere

And warmth in the winter and plenty of outside space for the summer.

The King Ethelbert is a traditional pub in the true sense of the word, it’s a meeting place for locals and very community orientated, making the most of its independence to serve a variety of periodically changing beers.