Folkestone's Radnor Arms named ninth best UK pub

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 15 Nov, 05:58 · Archive

Folkestone's Radnor Arms has been ranked ninth in The Good Food Guide 2026's list of the UK's 100 best pubs.

Folkestone's Radnor Arms has been ranked ninth among the UK's 100 best pubs in The Good Food Guide 2026. The pub was singled out for its recent renovation, global flavours and value for money.

The Good Food Guide described the transformation in glowing terms, noting that a 'fantastic renovation' had turned what was a 'grotty backstreet boozer' into 'the glorious find it is today'. The Victorian pub is now described as a 'smartly remodelled' establishment and a 'super-cool, go-to place for all ages'.

The Good Food Guide's selection process involves anonymous inspectors who dine as ordinary customers and pay for their own meals. The Guide states that every establishment on its list has been 'rigorously tested' by inspectors who are experts in their local areas. The inspectors receive 'no special treatment and no freebies' to ensure an accurate picture of the dining experience.

The Radnor Arms is the only Kent pub named in the 2026 guide. The Good Food Guide describes this year's list as 'packed with pubs that go beyond great food and drink', highlighting establishments 'serving honest, top-quality cooking in a warm, welcoming setting' across Britain.

How it is being reported

• Victorian Kent pub named among UK’s 10 best in Good Food Guide 2026Folkestone’s Radnor Arms ranks ninth among the UK’s 100 best pubs in The Good Food Guide 2026, praised for global flavours, value and its renovation.This Is Local London · 15 Nov, 05:00
• Victorian Kent pub named among UK’s 10 best in Good Food Guide 2026Folkestone’s Radnor Arms ranks ninth among the UK’s 100 best pubs in The Good Food Guide 2026, praised for global flavours, value and its renovation.Wandsworth Guardian · 15 Nov, 05:00
• Victorian Kent pub named among UK’s 10 best in Good Food Guide 2026Folkestone’s Radnor Arms ranks ninth among the UK’s 100 best pubs in The Good Food Guide 2026, praised for global flavours, value and its renovation.Croydon Guardian · 15 Nov, 05:00
• Victorian Kent pub named among UK’s 10 best in Good Food Guide 2026Folkestone’s Radnor Arms ranks ninth among the UK’s 100 best pubs in The Good Food Guide 2026, praised for global flavours, value and its renovation.News Shopper · 15 Nov, 05:00

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