One Inn The Wood - Orpington

One Inn The Wood is a charming, independent micropub located in the heart of Petts Wood, offering a warm and welcoming space for beer enthusiasts, locals, and their four-legged companions. As a freehouse, it serves an ever-changing selection of real ales from small independent breweries, alongside locally sourced ciders, wines, and soft drinks. A proud member of the CAMRA LocAle scheme, the pub actively supports Kent-based breweries, ensuring fresh, high-quality cask ales that celebrate the best of the region’s craft brewing scene.

Stepping inside, visitors are greeted by a traditional wooden bar and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The heart of the pub lies in its temperature-controlled cellar room, visible from the counter, where real ales and ciders are poured directly from the barrel. The ever-updated beer menu is displayed on a blackboard behind the bar, showcasing a rotating selection of ales that keep both regulars and new visitors coming back for more. Kent Chapel Down wines, Dudda Tun cider, and a variety of Fentimans soft drinks provide something for every taste, including locally produced pear and apple juice.

One Inn The Wood is proudly dog-friendly, making it a favourite among pet owners looking for a relaxed environment to enjoy a drink with their furry friends. Water bowls are provided to keep dogs hydrated, and the friendly staff always offer a warm welcome to visiting pups. The relaxed, community-focused atmosphere ensures that both people and pets feel at home, whether stopping by for a quick drink or spending a leisurely afternoon enjoying the selection of locally crafted ales.

What sets One Inn The Wood apart is its commitment to fostering conversation and community spirit. The micropub shuns electronic entertainment in favour of good company, encouraging patrons to enjoy discussions without the distraction of television or loud music. A charity fine box even playfully discourages mobile phone use inside. The name of the pub itself comes from a sentimental nod to the former owner’s grandfather, who ran a pub in Sittingbourne and would ask regulars to “put one in the wood” when they offered to buy him a drink.

With its emphasis on quality drinks, local produce, a welcoming social atmosphere, and a dog-friendly ethos, One Inn The Wood has become a cherished spot for those seeking a traditional, community-focused drinking experience in Petts Wood.