Drakes Cork and Cask sits by the River Medway at 9 Fairmeadow in the heart of Maidstone (ME14 1JP), in a building that first opened as the Lamb Inn back in 1636. It's a craft-beer and cask-ale pub with live music woven through the week: a jam night every Tuesday, full live music every Friday and Saturday at 9pm, and a 'Make Some Noise' original-music showcase on the last Sunday of the month (Sunday sets around 4pm). A large, partly-covered courtyard hosts live entertainment every weekend, so the action spills outdoors in good weather. Dog-friendly, with a pool table, dartboard and board games, Drakes welcomes both originals and covers from local players. Capacity is around 60 standing.
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9 Fairmeadow, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME14 1JP
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