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Dog & Bear Hotel

4.4(801)
Hotel

About

The Dog & Bear Hotel is a 17th-century inn overlooking Lenham's village square, blending historic charm with straightforward, comfortable rooms. Its lively pub and courtyard garden offer a warm setting for business dinners or casual client meetings.

With 24 en-suite bedrooms, the hotel supports multi-night stays while providing a function room for small events. The venue’s traditional pub menu and local ales complement gatherings, making it a practical choice near the M20 corridor between Ashford and Maidstone.

Best for

  • Small team offsites with historic charm
  • Client dinners in a cozy pub setting
  • Multi-night stays near M20 business hubs

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

17th-century building with royal heritage
Historic Character
17th-century building with royal heritage
The hotel dates back to 1602 and was visited by Queen Anne in 1704, whose coat of arms remains above the door, giving the venue a tangible connection to local history and a distinctive sense of place.
Courtyard garden for summer gatherings
Outdoor Space
Courtyard garden for summer gatherings
A courtyard garden offers an inviting outdoor setting during warmer months, providing a charming alternative space for socializing or informal mingling in a village atmosphere.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 801 reviews