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Hop Union Brewery
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01580 388815
THIS ANCIENT BORO
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01580 388815
THIS ANCIENT BORO
This Ancient Boro’ was formally known as the Honeymoon Chinese Restaurant and prior to that Loong Sing Chinese Restaurant dating back to 1968. But prior to closing it’s doors in 1968 the site had for many years been a Public House and had been owned by Whitbread and known as This Ancient Boro’, prior to that it had been managed by a Obadieh Edwards (the family are still affiliated with the town) owned by The Tenterden Brewery and called The New Inn. Therefore, having acquired the site in May 2018, it seemed only right and fitting that it should return to it’s former name. There are still many people in the area that can still remember it as a pub.
The new incarnation of the site is a mixture of the old pub itself and the relatively new idea of a Micro-pub. It has all the appeal of the Micro-pub idea, which is, NO GAMING MACHINES AND NO PROLONGED TELEPHONE CONVERSATIONS. (Our ethos is if you wish to hold a long telephone conversation, by all means use our seated area outside). The main variation from the original idea of a Micro pub (which is the Butchers Arms at Herne in Kent) is that we are doing food in the form of Tapas, which we feel will be as sociable as a micro-pub is intended to be. We have a wide range of Ales and Ciders, changing regularly we also provide different styles of beer (such as Porters, Stout’s and Mild’s along with various Bitter’s) from around the country. Cruzcampo Sevilla Lager and Nightbird Cider are available on tap. We offer a wide range of Gin, Rum and Wine, with Anno from Marden in Kent supplying our House Gin and House Vodka. We are also Dog Friendly, offering treats and plenty of water.
Hop Union Brewery
Fauna Brewing
Fauna Brewing
Fullers Brewery
Farmer Jims (Devon)
Hendersons (Faversham)
Double Vision (Boughton Monchelsea)
Nightingale (Tenterden)
Double Vision (Boughton Monchelsea)
Piney juniper with herbaceous and floral notes
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnished with Lime and Ginger
Beautifully balanced, deep and rich, with a distinctive almond nose and a big berry burst of flavour
Paired with Fever-Tree Sicilian Lemonade
Garnished with Lemon
Inspired by the traditional sloe gin liqueur, Boodles Mulberry is a fresh interpretation of a British classic
Paired with Fever-Tree Lemon Tonic
Garnished with Lemon
Beautifully sweet Seville marmalade throughout
Paired with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic
Garnished with an Orange Wedge
Sweet and citric with a bitter almond finish
Paired with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic
Garnished with a slice of Pink Grapefruit
Freshly pressed rhubarb and Bramley apple juice, straight from the farm create a tangy and tart gin
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Ale
Garnished with a slice of Rhubarb
The cucumber’s sweetness subtly complements the vibrant botanical ingredients results in a delicate and unique taste
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnished with Cucumber
Juniper and citrus notes make an appearance alongside naturally sweet, fresh and fruity blueberries
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnished with Blueberries
Delightfully infused with cucumber and rose petal
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnished with a slice of Cucumber
A tropical twist of juicy white peach, sweet passion fruit and a hint of yuzu’s citrus sharpness
Paired with Fever-Tree Indian Tonic
Garnished with a slice of Orange
Sicilian blood oranges, Italian juniper, and five additional traditional botanicals to give a zesty citrus flavour
Paired with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic
Garnished with Orange.
Very citrus forward and fresh, with touches of woody juniper and authentic lemon
Paired with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic
Garnished with a Lemon Wedge
A combination of sweet , crisp conference pear and pink peppercorns for a sweet, aromatic flavour and smoot finish
Paired with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic
Garnished with a slice of Apple
Fresh raspberries are steeped in the triple-distilled spirit. Dry yet subtly smooth finish
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnished with Raspberry and a sprig of Mint
With a delicate touch of liquorice this gin offers intense aromas of strawberry and juniper, combined with subtle citrus notes
Paired with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic
Garnished with Lemon or Lime peel.
Yorkshire gooseberries bring an unmistakable tangy sharpness, tempered with fruity sweetness and classic citrus
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Ale
Garnished with a Lemon wedge
Clear and poignant juniper aromas with a light spice
Paired with Fever-Tree Aromatic Tonic
Garnished with a Lime wedge
Distilled in the same fashion as Tarquin’s Original Dry but is then infused with fresh rhubarb and raspberries
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Ale
Garnished with Raspberries
This gin has the succulent fruity sweetness of cherry, a touch of spice, and a light citrus tang
Paired with Fever-Tree Lemon Tonic
Garnished with a wedge of Lime
Authentic pineapple sweetness, with waves of sharp citrus and slightly earthy juniper. Sugar caramelising in a pan with a stick of cinnamon
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
Garnished with a stick of Ginger
Watermelon flavours with a refreshingly cool finish
Paired with Fever-Tree Indian Tonic
Garnished with Lime
Sweet notes of elderflower are gently enhanced with a crisp juniper hit
Paired with Fever-Tree Indian Tonic
Garnished with Lemon Thyme
Fresh plump berries and hints of floral hedgerow are finished with warming cassia spice
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnished with fresh Blackberries
Subtly tart with clear rhubarb influence. A twist of orange sweetness and a herbaceous coriander brings balance to the palate
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Ale
Garnished with Orange
Blended with juniper, citrus and capsicum, creating a unique non-alcoholic alternative
Paired with Fever-Tree Indian Tonic
Garnished with a twist of Grapefruit
PREMIUM INDIUM INDIAN TONIC WATER (20 kcal/100ml)
Uniquely fresh tasting with subtle and supportive citrus notes that are perfectly balanced by naturally sourced quinine from the Rwanda Congo border
REFRESHINGLY LIGHT TONIC WATER (15 kcal/100ml)
Made by using Fructose (fruit sugars) and naturally sourced quinine from the Rwanda Congo border, with 46% fewer calories than Fever-Tree Indian Tonic Water
ELDERFLOWER TONIC WATER (34 kcal/100ml)
Soft, subtle flavours of handpicked English elderflowers give a perfect balance to the tonic’s natural quinine
MEDITERRANEAN TONIC WATER (36 kcal/100ml)
By using rosemary and lemon-thyme from the shores of Provence, Fever-Tree have created a unique tonic with a delicately sweet herbaceous taste
LEMON TONIC WATER (35 kcal/100ml)
Made with only the finest Sicilian lemons, using the ‘sfumatrice’ extraction method to produce a refreshing citrus taste
AROMATIC TONIC WATER (37 kcal/100ml)
Made using South American angostura bark, perfectly balanced with sweet, spicy notes of cardamom, ginger, vanilla and pimento berry
GINGER ALE (34 kcal/100ml)
Made with a blend of three rare and unique gingers from Cochin, Nigeria and Ivory Coast, to give an incredibly aromatic ginger ale
GINGER BEER (37 kcal/100ml)
A blend of three different rare and unique ginger roots from Cochin, Nigeria and Ivory Coast, have been used to make an authentic fiery ginger beer
SICILIAN LEMONADE (35 kcal/100ml)
By blending ‘sfumatrice’ lemon extracts from the finest Sicilian lemons, Fever-Tree have crafted a perfectly balanced cloudy lemonade
Rich and complex, notes of vanilla, raisin and burned sugar
Paired with Fever-Tree Spiced Orange Ginger Ale
Garnished with an Orange Wheel
Bright, light, citrusy flavour with hints of pineapple, giving way to a deeper sweet spiciness
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
Garnished with a fresh Lime Wedge
Fresh and sweet with zesty ginger and a crisp finish
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
Garnished with an Orange Wheel
Rum No 2 has been double distilled and then aged for two years, it is then diluted with pure Grenadian spring water and then charcoal filtered. Resulting in a crystal clear light bodied rum perfectly complimented by elderflower and mint
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic or Elderflower Cordial and Fever-Tree Soda Water
Garnished with Fresh Mint
After being aged in oak casks for 3 years Rum No 3 is a round tasting rum packed full of natural flavours and aromas from the ‘Spice Isle’ of the Caribbean
Paired with Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
Garnished with a Fresh Lime Wedge
The No 5 is silky smooth and effortless to drink. Following 5 years in oak casks the first sip keeps you on your toes with a moderate bite, before giving way to a buttery honey-sweet flavour with a hint of spice and a complex, characterful finish
Paired with Fever-Tree Spiced Orange Ginger Ale
Garnished with an Orange Wheel
7 long years this rum is aged for, and it shows. The aroma, texture and flavour are robust and complex – hints of spices are perfectly complemented by strong molasses and a touch of caramel
Paired with Fever-Tree Madagascan Cola
Garnished with a Fresh Lime Wedge
On the Rocks
The No 10 is aged for 10 years in oak barrels and its so worth the wait. It is luxuriously smooth on the palate and rich in flavours
Paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic
Garnished with Blueberries
GINGER BEER (37 kcal/100ml)
A blend of three different rare and unique ginger roots from Cochin, Nigeria and Ivory Coast, have been used to make an authentic fiery ginger beer
SPICED ORANGE GINGER ALE (32 kcal/100ml)
A sweet, delicate clementine taste is combined with subtle cinnamon and Fever-Trees signature earthy Nigerian ginger
ELDERFLOWER TONIC WATER (34 kcal/100ml)
Soft, subtle flavours of handpicked English elderflowers give a perfect balance to the tonics natural quinine
MADAGASCAN COLA (36 kcal/100ml)
A rich blend of citrus and spice from around the world, made to enhance and complement the finest rums, whiskies and bourbons
SODA WATER (0 kcal/100ml)
Made with the softest spring water and carbonated to perfection to create an impeccable fizz
Bright citrus characteristics on the nose with vibrant apple fruit flavours and a zesty twang on the palate with hints of grapefruit
A smooth and satisfying Chardonnay with ripe peach and pineapple flavours with a hint of creamy richness
An elegant Italian, soft and dry white wine with excellent flinty minerality
Aromas of fruity notes accompanied by citrus fruits with a well balanced palate with a pleasant acidity and harmonious aftertaste
With the characteristics of a New Zealand Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, this wine has flavours and aromas of mown grass, green fig and ripe gooseberry
A fine Italian Frascati from Lazio, straw yellow colour. Intense, with a characteristic and delicate aroma. Dry, savoury, soft, fine, velvety taste
A light pink colour with a nose filled with crisp aromas of red fruits. In the mouth it is very lively, with good acidity and distinctive flavours of cherries, cranberry, redcurrant and strawberries
Dry, light and pleasantly sourish flavoured Italian blush rose. An excellent valued popular wine.
A rounded, medium bodied, dry rose. Gently fruity on the nose with strawberry and cherry aromas, quite full in flavour with soft berry fruits and spiciness on the finish
A perfect pink, soft ripe and juicy on the palate and a nose of sweet ripe berries. An appealing and very drinkable Provence Rose
This is a fruity medium to full-bodied red wine with a rich palate showing charming juicy strawberry notes married with spice and vanilla tones
A typical Chilean Merlot with a rich mix of blackcurrant and plum flavours and a hint of leather supported by wonderful soft tannins
A super blend of warming, peppery blackcurrant robust Shiraz with the headily perfumed apricot and peach flavoured Viognier
The wine shows a deep purple appearance, delivering floral aromas with the intensity of violets, fruit of the forest, mocha and strong mineral tones
Unctuous and powerful on the palate showing its warmth and structure this oaked Tempranillo Reserva has spicy aromas of roasted coffee and vanilla and new wood
Dry and light with flowery aromas and strawberry fruits on the palate with an elegant finish
Aromas of pineapple, banana, peach, and lime with creamy, fruity and refreshing palate – made in the Traditional Methode
A delightful easy drinking sparkler. A touch of retained sugar adds a pleasing sweetness to the crisp and aromatic palate
Pink Prosecco! Light rose colour with a sophisticated and deep bouquet. Dry, soft and nicely balanced on the palate, complete and medium bodied structure
Meatballs in a Rich Tomato Sauce
Spanish Omelette with Goats Cheese & Spring Onion, Served Cold – V/GF
Kidneys in a Sherry, Cream & Madeira Sauce - GF
King Prawns in Chilli, Garlic, & White Wine - GF
Sardines cooked on the Griddle in Lime & Chilli - GF
Potatoes in a Spicy Tomato Sauce – V/GF
A Meaty White Fish Deep Fried, served with Lemon & Garlic Mayonnaise
Deep Fried Manchego – V
Tenderloin Pork Skewers with a Paprika Spice - GF
Whitebait
Croquettes of the Day or a Mixture
Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables - V/GF
Chicken & Chorizo Stew
Salt and Pepper Squid
Garlic or Sherried Mushrooms - V/GF
Black Pudding & Chorizo in Red Wine
Bavette Steak with Romesco Sauce
House Salad with Anchovies, Feta, Tomato, & Olives - GF
Green Spanish Peppers fried in Salt - V/GF
Mixed Bean & Feta Salad - V/GF
Anchovies in Olive Oil - GF
Spanish Meat Platter
Spanish Cheese Platter - V
All Tapas are served with a selection of Bread
Food Allergies and intorances are important, therefore, please speak to one of our staff about the ingredients in your Tapas when placing your order
The apartment is reduced to £130 for the winter per night for 2 people plus £20 per extra
person to a maximum of £180. £20 per stay Cleaning & Laundry Fee.
Sleeps 8. Minimum stay 2 nights.
The Boro Air BNB flat sleeps 8.
Perfect location within walking distance to all shops and restaurants in Tenterden. Need to be mindful of your head with the low ceiling and the fact that there’s not an... read more
Frederika
Booked on behalf of my colleagues who were working at an event on the field opposite. Very conveniently located and they had a great stay. Thank you.
Katie
A great place to stay. Great location close to pubs and restaurants. Good food & drink available on site.
We were only here for a short visit as working in... read more
David
Flexible accommodation in a central location, v handy over the pub and in the centre of town.
Lovely helpful staff, so friendly.
Great place be prepared it certainly is quirky!... read more
Amanda
Comfortable accommodation in well positioned location for our weekend stay
Clare
Great stay at this interesting Airbnb
Sarah was very welcoming and so were all staff at Ancient Boro tapas beer venue below.
We were 2 couples celebrating birthdays and... read more
Gerri
The accommodation was perfect for our needs.
Alison
Stayed here with family the apartment was very clean and spacious. The location is fantastic for the town and the pub downstairs is great too. Thanks Sarah
Ben
Had a lovely 2 nights with my friend. Sarah left some milk for tea and coffee and a yummy fresh loaf, butter, jam and marmalade. Apartment is... read more
Rema
A must visit for great Tapas with local Ales and great selection of Gin. - Went there after staying in a local hotel and was told that they did Tapas which my wife loves, so booked a table and went there on a Saturday night.... read more
Stephen O
The best Tapas! - Absolutely amazing food. We tried almost the entire menu! Really generous portions, everything cooked beautifully and delicious. All of the staff were so friendly and helpful. Thank you for a... read more
Samantha R
Sunday Tapas - We have had a quick drink here before but we decided to have a selection of tapas this time round , just like last time we received a lovely welcome,... read more
@203caz
Wow. - I was not familiar with TAB until this trip. When I asked around the office what new places around Tenterden I should try, it was unanimous that I must go... read more
Eric P
This might be the best Tapas outside of Spain? - This was the third time we have been here. The food is excellent as are the staff. The menu has plenty to choose from. Our friend is vegetarian and... read more
Cherie K
Sunday Roast - Fabulous roast dinner. We all chose turkey with all the trimmings. If you are looking for an early Christmas lunch with friends or family this may be just the place... read more
Helen B
great find - recommended by a local , good range of tapas which were quickly served. also good range of draft ales . nice little place.
Filllua
Brilliant idea and delivery - We identified on line this being somewhere a little different for lunch, booked it and we were not disappointed, such a friendly welcome, a wide range of tapas dishes all... read more
roywolfman
WHAT A FIND!!! - Wow!! What a find! My sister, my cousin, my dog and myself visited this gem midweek & we had THE BEST lunch! So many great tapas dishes to choose from... read more
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Sarah proudly supports The Big Wrap local charity.
By hosting events across the year she has been able to help raise money and create awareness for this great cause.
The Big Wrap supports families in the community to have an enjoyable Christmas who may be experiencing difficult times by providing gifts, festive items and vouchers.
If you are not aware of the charity please head over to their website for more information about the great work they do.
