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Reviews of The Tickled Trout This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Lower Road, West Farleigh, Maidstone, ME15 0PE, United Kingdom

#4 of 8 B&Bs and inns in Maidstone

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Review Score

Based on 434 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: September 8, 2025

    8.0
    A good place for the night near channel tunnel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some food on menu had run out

    Wonderful staff

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    9.0
    Great stay in a friendly ancient pub with good food and access to lovely walks nearby.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noise from the garden - but you expect that in a pub in the summer!

    Good food and atmosphere. The room was well designed spacious and comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, lovely beer garden and lovely food

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    10
    Lovely Country Pub stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Nice room, nice coffee station and bottled water. Comfy beds, good shower, nice restaurant.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2025

    10
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Regular stopover when in the area visiting family. Comfortable rooms and dog friendly. Excellent breakfast and evening meal .

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2025

    10
    Great stay in an old English pub!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We had nothing to complain about.

    Friendly professional staff, good food, nice room.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2025

    8.0
    Relaxing and enjoyable
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Dinner was very good

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2025

    8.0
    Very enjoyable just remember to duck
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The ceilings are very low and the doorways are tiny and seem to be made for hobbits. I am 6”3 and my girlfriend is 5”11 and all we seemed to keep doing is banging our heads which was not ideal. This needs to have some kind of warning as i feel someone could get hurt.

    The property was quiet and relaxing and had very good amenities.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Too close to road.That was the only minor issue during the stay.Apart from that everything amazing

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    can't really be helped but very noisy when above pub until 1130

    food, rooms lovely

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Always a high standard thankyou

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2025

    9.0
    It was a good room and the meals were really nice and attentive staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing

    It was room with breakfast which was really nice.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2025

    9.0
    Quiet and cosy place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Really cosy place with a spacious and well-equipped room. The pub downstairs is great to, so we enjoyed our dinner before setting down for the night.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: February 13, 2025

    9.0
    Spacious room, well lit and very comfortable - high-end décor, and a good hot powerful shower. Staff welcoming and frien
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Food was delicious, but rather small portions for the price.

    Spacious room, well lit and very comfortable - high-end décor, and a good hot powerful shower. Staff welcoming and friendly.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2025

    10
    Excellent as always!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    We’ve stayed here a few times now and we only live 25 minutes away! But this place makes us feel like we’ve taken a trip away. The food is always great, but the staff are what really makes it special. Always happy, with a story to tell, we always stay up later than planned because we’re having such a nice time chatting at the bar! The rooms are all individual with a different name with beautiful decor, and super comfy beds. We aim to work our way around all the rooms 😊 Thanks again, we’ll be back again soon.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2025

    8.0
    Good experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little bit pricey, but the service was quality, so I didn’t mind.

    Good location , nicely furnished, friendly staff, excellent food

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 3, 2025

    10
    A Perfect Stay in the Balfour Suite – Exceptional Dining & Service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No issues

    We recently stayed in the Balfour Suite at The Tickled Trout, and from start to finish, it was an outstanding experience. The room itself was beautifully appointed—spacious, stylishly decorated, and exuding both comfort and charm. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night’s sleep, and the attention to detail in the amenities made our stay feel truly special. The highlight of our visit was undoubtedly the dining experience. Dinner was nothing short of exceptional, with every dish beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The locally sourced ingredients were evident in the freshness and quality of each course. The service was equally impressive—attentive without being intrusive, with the staff striking the perfect balance between professionalism and warmth. The atmosphere in the restaurant was inviting and relaxed, making for a wonderful evening. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, the entire experience was seamless. If you’re looking for a boutique stay with excellent food and service, The Tickled Trout is an absolute gem. We can’t wait to return!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would have appreciated management presence in bar...locals seemed a force to be reckoned with and inconsiderate of diners despite bar staff's request full wall between the bathroom and the bedroom. Mismatched furniture...wicker headboard, for example, was dated and not that comfortable...shabby chic! Smart tv had poor signal,

    Welcoming and attentive staff...especially Rob who couldn't do enough for us. Amazing food and wine. Spacious room. Accommodating of our dog. Overall, a relaxing break with a friendly atmosphere. Good selection of tea, coffee, and biscuits, which staff were happy to replenish.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Excellent! In every sense. A very warm welcome, fantastic dinner and breakfast. The room was immaculate, clean and with attention to detail.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2025

    10
    .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked everything

    food excellent the staff really good and roomvwas perfect

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent venue
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff training as when we arrived the girl had no idea of our booking and thought were were 3 hours early for dinner. Also didn't like having to go outside the bar area (in the rain) to access our room

    Friendly staff and efficient. Breakfast excellent, evening meal very good

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Great Room, friendly staff and great food

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Everything, friendly staff lovely stay and great breakfast

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2025

    8.0
    Great staff, lovely comfortable room - would stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was cold upon arrival, but staff assisted and made sure we were ok (someone was a bit keen with the radiator controls, turning everything off)!

    Warm welcome from great staff upon arrival. Nice sized well decorated clean room, comfortable bed and great breakfast. Great tea and coffee selection in the room. There was plenty of room in their car park. As we were leaving, the general manager was sweeping the car park - joked with him that it was pretty spotless as it was, but he likes to lead by example and certainly has high standards. I suggested the only thing missing in the bar / restaurant was a real fireplace, which was replied perfectly with "We are looking into that, with possible planning permission required". Would certainly consider staying here again!

    Stayed in December 2024

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