Christmas at The Duke

The festive season is fast approaching and we’re determined to make this year’s Christmas celebrations the most memorable yet.

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Stay The Night

Make the most of your celebration by booking one of our 4 beautiful guest rooms located above the pub.

Prices start from £110 per night.

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The Perfect Gift

A Duke William gift voucher is the perfect way to treat somebody… Choose from a range of fantastic gift ideas, from a bottle of champagne to an overnight stay in one of our rooms.

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Book a Table

Plan your visit to The Duke William by reserving a table.
To reserve a table please call 01227 721308, or use the form below to book online.

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Find Us

The Duke William, The Street, Ickham, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 1QP

Get in Touch

01227 721 308

info@thedukewilliamickham.com

Breakfast Menu

Otties Kent Farm Yoghurt, Seasonal Fruit Compote, Granola, Honey

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Poached Local Hen’s Eggs & Avocado on Docker Sourdough
Young Rocket, Mustard Dressing, Toasted Seeds (add Smoked Streaky Bacon or ‘Smoked Shed’ Salmon)
Classic English Breakfast
Smoked Streaky Bacon, Cumberland Sausage, Slomers Black Pudding, Field Mushroom, Grilled Cherry Tomatoes, Baked Beans, Local Egg to Your Liking, Toast
Vegetarian/Vegan Breakfast
Bubble & Squeak, Avocado, Field Mushroom, Grilled Tomato, Baked Beans, Local Egg to Your Liking, Toast
Buttermilk Pancakes
Vanilla Cream & Seasonal Fruit Compote or Cowslip Butter & Maple Syrup

Call & Collect Festive Party Menu

3 courses - £25 per person. Call the pub to order.

Starters

Spiced Butternut Squash, Pumpkin Seeds, Docker Sourdough
Classic Prawn Cocktail, Bloody Mary Rose Sauce

Mains

Stuffed Breast of Norfolk Turkey
Properly Garnished
Potato Gnocchi
Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Chestnuts, Black Winter Truffle

Pudding

Christmas Pudding with Brandy Custard
Lemon Meringue Eton Mess, Blackberries

Call & Collect Menu

Available any time the pub is open for business

Food

Cheeseburger - £15.50
Brioche Bun, French’s Mustard & Ketchup, Lettuce, Pickles, French Fries
Vegan Cheeseburger - £15.50
Brioche Bun, French’s Mustard & Ketchup, Lettuce, Pickles, French Fries
‘The Dirty Dog’ - £13.95
Smoked Frankfurter, Sauerkraut, French’s & Ketchup, Crispy Onions, Fries
Harvey's Beer Battered Fish & Chips - £15.95
Mushy Peas, Tartare Sauce

Draft Beer & Cider

Price per litre

Pickled Egg Pilsner/Pale Ale (4%, Kent) - £6.50
Curious Lager (4.8%, Chapel Down, Kent) - £7.00
Peroni (5.1%, Italy) - £7.50
Beavertown Neck Oil (4%, London) - £8.00
Aspalls Cider (4.5%, Suffolk) - £6.50

Wines By The Bottle

All wines from the pub list are available to take away at a 20% reduction on the sale price

Christmas Day Menu

£90.00 PER PERSON
Bookings available between midday - 3pm

Bubbles & Selection of Canapés

Celeriac & Cox Apple Soup

Classic Prawn Cocktail, Bloody Mary Rose Sauce
or
Pressed Ham Hock & Pistachio, Saffron Aioli, Toasted Sourdough
or
Roast Squash, Endive, Golden Cross, Sherry Caramel, Croutons

Roast Norfolk Turkey with all the Trimmings
or
Cider Braised Pork Collar, Potato Rosti, Charred Carrot, Cider Jus
or
Braised Brill on the Bone, Caviar Fish Cream, Potato Chump, Rainbow Chard

Christmas Pudding Pavlova, Brandy Custard
or
Salted Caramel Tart, Cinnamon Ice Cream
or
Dark Chocolate Pot, Creme Fraiche, Honeycomb
or
A Selection of Kent & East Sussex Cheeses, PX Raisins and Oatcakes

Tea, Coffee and Christmas Pudding Fudge

Must be booked and pre-ordered in advance, either via phone or email. Pre-orders are required no later than 14 days in advance. A £50 per person deposit will be taken to confirm the booking. Full cancellation of the booking must be made no later than 1st December, afterwhich the deposit will become non-refundable. A discretionary gratuity of 10% will be added to the bill.

Christmas Day Vegan Menu

£85.00 PER PERSON

Bubbles & Selection of Canapés

Celeriac & Cox Apple Soup

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Marinated Squash, Pickled Walnut, Toasted Seeds, Sourdough Crouton

Freekeh, Roasted Cauliflower & Tenderstem Broccoli, Sherry Caramel

Christmas Pudding, Vanilla Ice Cream

Tea, Coffee and Mince Pies

Must be booked in advance, either via phone, email or online. A deposit will be taken to confirm the booking. Full cancellation of the booking must be made no later than 7 days in advance, afterwhich the deposit will become non-refundable.

COVID-19 POLICY

THE ROCKSALT GROUP COVID-19 POLICY

Reviewed Monthly

We’re dedicated to protecting our team, guests and partners from the risks posed by COVID-19. In line with the easing of national restrictions, we are continuing to implement robust protocols that comply with the Government guidelines provided for the hospitality industry. Here is a summary of the measures currently in place:

Thorough risk assessments have been updated for all of our venues and shared with all team members.
Our team members will continue to take COVID-19 tests twice a week.
Face coverings are voluntary and guests are advised to exercise their personal judgement.
Our team members will continue to wear face coverings.
Hand sanitisers will still be available on entry, exit and at key points in our venues.
Our team will continue to carry out regular cleaning and sanitation of all high contact areas and touch points.
Guests are encouraged to continue to respect the personal space of our team members and other guests.
Glass protective screens will remain in all bar areas.
Track and Trace information will be displayed on entry, should you wish to check in.
Please do not visit if you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.

6 Nations Rugby - Fixture List

Saturday 5th February

Ireland vs Wales - 14.15
Scotland vs England - 16.45

Sunday 6th February

France vs Italy - 15.00

Saturday 12th February

Wales vs Scotland - 14.15
France vs Ireland - 16.45

Sunday 13th February

Italy vs England - 15.00

Saturday 26th February

Scotland vs France - 14.15
England vs Wales - 16.45

Sunday 27th February

Ireland vs Italy - 15.00

Friday 11th March

Wales vs France - 20.00

Saturday 12th March

Italy vs Scotland - 14.15
England vs Ireland - 16.45

Saturday 19th March

Wales vs Italy - 14.15
Ireland vs Scotland - 16.45
France vs England - 20.00

Festive Party Menu

£35.00 PER PERSON
Available Wednesday - Sunday from 24th November - Christmas Eve,

Spiced Butternut Squash, Pumpkin Seeds, Docker Sourdough
or
Classic Prawn Cocktail, Bloody Mary Rose Sauce
or
Chicken Liver Parfait, Red Onion Chutney, Brioche

Stuffed Breast of Norfolk Turkey, Properly Garnished
or
Baked Rye Bay Cod, Kentish New Potato Champ, Clams, Fish Cream
or
Potato Gnocchi, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Chestnuts, Black Winter Truffle

Christmas Pudding with Brandy Custard
or
Lemon Meringue Eton Mess, Blackberries
or
Bitter Chocolate Tart, Creme Fraiche, Honeycomb
or
A Selection British Cheeses, Quince Jelly and Oatcakes - (£5.00 supplement)

Tea, Coffee and Mince Pies

Must be booked in advance, either via phone or email. Card details will be taken to confirm the booking. Full cancellation of the booking must be made no later than 7 days in advance, and individual cancelations no later than 48 hours, afterwhich a £15 per person covercharge will be applied. For tables of more than 12 people a 25% deposit is required to confirm the booking. A discretionary gratuity of 10% will be added to the bill.

Reduced Garden Menu

Reduced menu for our reopening from April 12th

Snacks

Docker Sourdough Baguette and Salted Butter - £3.75
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus - £3.50
Baba Ghanoush - £3.50
Perello Picante Olives - £3.50

Sharing Boards

(for 2)

Charcuterie Board - £25.50
Coppa, Salami, Prosciutto, Chorizo, Pancetta, Pickles, Docker Sourdough Baguette and Salted Butter
Hastings Smoked Fish Board - £29.50
Rocksalt Cure Kiln Smoked Salmon, Smoked Mackerel Pate, Whipped Smoked Cod’s Roe, Pickled Cucumber, Horseradish Cream, Charcoal Crackers, Docker Sourdough Baguette and Salted Butter
British Cheese Board - £13.50
Blackstick Blue, Wookey Hole, Rosary Goat, Branston Pickles, Celery, Charcoal Crackers, Oat Cakes

Mains

Cheeseburger - £14.00
Brioche Bun, Cheese, French’s & Ketchup, Lettuce, Pickles, Fries
‘The Dirty Dog’ - £10.50
Smoked Frankfurter, Sauerkraut, French’s & Ketchup, Crispy Onions, Fries
Classic “Blackstick Blue & Wookey Hole” Ploughman’s - £12.50
Pearl Couscous, Chickpea, Feta, Chilli & Herb Vinaigrette - £11.50

Flatbread Pizza

Classic Margherita - £11.00
+ Add your choice of toppings –
Olives/Fresh Chilli/Jalapeño/Red Onion/Mushroom/Piquillo Peppers - £0.95 each
Goats Cheese/Pepperoni/Smoked Bacon/Anchovies - £1.50 each

Puddings

Selection of Jude Ice Creams or Sorbets - £5.50

Midweek Set Lunch

2 COURSES £22.50 / 3 COURSES £27.50
Available Tuesday - Friday
Meal inclusive of a welcome drink on arrival (soft drink, house beer or wine) & tea or coffee to finish
Available until end of March

Starters

Charred Tenderstem Broccoli
Kent Harissa Yoghurt, Crispy Poached Egg, Toasted Seeds
Longland Duck Leg & Orange Rillette
Shaved Gherkin & Fennel, Toasted Sourdough
Seasonal Vegetable Soup
Docker Sourdough

Mains

Folkestone Gurnard
Warm Kohlrabi Slaw & Roast Chicken, Lime & Ginger Dashi
Boundary Farm Cauliflower
Chickpea & Red Pepper Kashmiri Curry, Pilaf Rice, Grilled Naan
Orchard Farm Pork Faggot
Black Peppered Mash, Braised Red Cabbage, Watercress
Cheeseburger
Brioche Bun, French’s & Ketchup, Lettuce, Pickles, Fries
‘The Dirty Dog’
Smoked Frankfurter, Sauerkraut, French’s & Ketchup, Crispy Onions, Fries
'Harveys' Beer Battered Fish & Beef Dripping Chips
Mushy Peas, Tartare Sauce

Puddings

Blood Orange Panna Cotta
Honeycomb, Lemon Balm
Bramley Apple & Yorkshire Rhubarb Crumble
Ice Cream or Custard
Selection of Taywell’s Ice Creams or Sorbets

A discretionary 10% service charge will be applied to all tables of 6 or more

New Year’s Eve Dinner Specials

£50.00 - 3 COURSES

Starters

Rye Bay Scallops - £13.50
Whipped Jerusalem Artichoke, Crispy, Sherry Caramel, Coriander
Wood Pigeon - £9.50
Pate on Toast, Pickled Chanterelles, Honeyed Figs

Mains

28 Day Aged Beef Wellington to Share, - £65.00 (or £30 supplement)
Truffled Mash, Sprout Top, Madeira Sauce
Monkfish Vindaloo - £24.50
Pilaf Rice, Crispy Onions, Charred Chilli, Cucumber Yoghurt

PUDDING

Egg Custard Tart - £7.00
Blackcurrant Sorbet
Cold Chocolate Fondant, - £8.00
Passion Fruit, Hazelnuts
A Selection of Kent & East Sussex Cheeses, PX Raisins and Oatcakes - £13.50 (or £5 supplement)

Tea, Coffee and Christmas Pudding Fudge

Must be booked in advance, either via phone, email or online. Credit card details will be required to confirm your booking and cancellations must be made no later than 48 hours in advance or a cover fee may be applied.

New Year’s Eve Specials

Starters

Folkestone Scallops, Brown Butter Celeriac & Bacon - £15.00
Chicken Liver Parfait, Caramelised Onion Chutney & Brioche - £9.00
Chestnut Mushroom & Celeriac Tart - £8.00

Mains

Braised Turbot, Champagne Cream, Caviar & Kale - £35.00
Kale Stuffed Cauliflower, Harissa Onions & Cheese Fondue - £17.00
500g Chateaubriand (for 2) - £69.00
Triple Cooked Chips, Dressed Purple Sprouting & Bearnaise

Puddings

Dark Chocolate Tart, Raspberry Sorbet - £9.00
Clementine Posset, Shortbread - £8.00

Must be booked in advance. There is a £25 per person deposit to secure your booking, which will be deducted from your bill on the night. Cancellation must be made no later than 14 days prior, afterwhich the deposit will be non-refundable. A discretionary 10% service charge will be applied to all tables of 6 or more.

Sample Pub Menu

All available to take away

Starters

Charred Tenderstem Broccoli - £7.50
Kent Harissa Yoghurt, Crispy Poached Egg, Toasted Seeds
Walmestone Heritage Beetroot - £7.95
Chicory, Pickled Walnut, Kellys Goats Cheese
Burrata - £9.00
Roasted Autumn Squash, Sage Pesto
The Duke’s Signature Chorizo Scotch Egg - £8.00
Garlic Aioli
Orchard Farm Ham Hock Rillette - £7.50
Golden Beetroot Piccalilli, Docker Sourdough Crouton
Rebel Farmer Banana Squash Soup - £6.50
Docker Sourdough
Cock-a-Leekie Soup - £8.00
‘En Croûte’

Mains

Roast Aylesbury Duck Breast - £19.50
Bubble & Squeak, Curly Kale, Plum Jus
Rebel Farmer Heritage Tomatoes - £16.50
Gnocchi, Basil Pesto, Parmesan, Pea Shoots
Chargrilled 10oz Orchard Farm Pork Chop - £17.50
Roasted New Potatoes & Pears, Green Sauce, Red Wine Jus
Mixed Bean & Squash Pie - £16.50
Mashed Potato, Mushy Peas
Cider & Nduja Hot Shells - £19.50
Shetland Mussels, Tiger Prawns, Clams & French Fries
Roast Folkstone Huss - £17.50
Crown Prince Risotto, Courgette & Crispy Kale
Chargrilled Folkestone Mackerel - £17.50
Devilled Butter Beans & Peppers, Samphire & Bacon

Pub Classics

‘The Dirty Dog’ - £13.95
Smoked Frankfurter, Sauerkraut, French’s & Ketchup, Crispy Onions, Fries
Vegan Cheeseburger - £15.50
Brioche Bun, French’s Mustard & Ketchup, Lettuce, Pickles, French Fries
Cheeseburger - £15.95
Brioche Bun, French’s Mustard & Ketchup, Lettuce, Pickles, French Fries
‘Harveys’ Beer Battered Fish & Chips - £17.50
Mushy Peas, Tartare Sauce
Farmhouse Sausages - £15.95
Mashed Potato, Buttered Cabbage & Gravy
10oz Sirloin Steak - £28.50
Braised Shallot, Chips & Watercress (Choose from Bearnaise, Peppercorn or Kentish Blue Cheese Sauce)

Sides

£3.50 each

Buttered New Potatoes
Fries or Chips
Mixed Leaf Salad
Seasonal Greens
Corn on the Cob with Lime & Chilli Butter
Harvey's Battered Onion Rings
Minted Peas
Pilau Rice

Puddings

Bitter Chocolate Pot - £7.50
Blood Orange Coulis, Honeycomb
Creme Brulee - £7.50
Lemon Curd & Blackberries
Lemon Meringue Posset - £7.50
Shortbread
Sticky Toffee Pudding - £7.50
Kent Cobnut Ice Cream
Passionfruit Posset - £7.50
Meringue & Mango Sorbet
Selection of Taywell’s Ice Creams or Sorbets - £5.50
Kentish Cheese - £11.95
Gala Apple, Celery, Oat Biscuits

A discretionary 10% service charge will be applied to all tables of 6 or more

Snack Menu

Snacks

Sourdough Baguette, Salted Bovril Butter - £3.50
Perello Picante Olives - £3.50
Black Pudding Sausage Roll, Piccalilli - £4.00
Salt & Pepper Squid, Aioli - £8.00
Pork Crackling, Burnt Apple Sauce - £3.00
Breaded Whitebait, Sriracha Mayo - £3.50
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Charred Sourdough - £3.50

A discretionary 10% service charge will be applied to all tables of 6 or more

Sample Daily Specials Menu

This is a sample menu, Specials change daily.

Starters

Leek & Potato Soup, Toasted Sourdough - £5.50
Broadbean & Mint Mousse, Crispy Pancetta, Pickled Onion and Sourdough - £6.00
Mussels, Smoked Bacon & Kentish Gala Cider - £9.50

Mains

Folkestone Lemon Sole, Brown Caper Butter, Seasonal Greens - £23.95
Romney Marsh Lamb Rump, Cabbage, Whipped Carrots, Blackberry Sauce - £19.95
Wild Mushroom Macaroni & Cheese, Mixed Leaf Salad - £12.50

Puddings

Cherry Bakewell Tart, Chocolate Ice Cream - £6.50

A discretionary 10% service charge will be applied to all tables of 6 or more

Sample Sunday Menu

All available to take away

Starters

Docker Sourdough, Salted Butter - £2.50
Salt & Pepper Squid with Garlic Mayonnaise - £7.00
Whitebait with Sriracha Mayonnaise - £3.50
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Docker Sourdough - £3.50
Olives - £3.50

Mains

Classic Ashmore Farmhouse Ploughman's - £13.95
Fried Plaice and Tartare Sauce Bap - £11.95
With Fries
'The Dirty Dog' Smoked Frankfurter - £9.00
With Sauerkraut, French's & Ketchup, Crispy Onions, Fries
Burger - £13.95
2 Beef Patties, Brioche Bun, Cheese, French's & Ketchup, Pickles, Fries
Beer Battered Cod - £13.50
Beef Dripping Chips, Mushy Peas, Tartare Sauce
'Loaded Fries' - £6.50
With Cheese Sauce, Sour Cream, Jalapeños, Bacon, Crispy Onions
Chilli & Red Onion Marinated Walmerstone Tomatoes - £10.50
With Black Olive, Feta, Basil Pesto
28 Day Aged Roast Sirloin of Beef & Yorkshire Pudding - £18.50
With Rosemary & Garlic Roasters, Hispi Cabbage, Cauliflower Cheese, Carrots

Valentine’s Day Sharing Menu

Available from 5pm Saturday 12th & all day Monday 14th

Starters

Baked Camembert, Honeyed Figs & Docker Sourdough - £15.00
Half A Dozen Pyefleet Pure Oysters, Shallot Vinegar & Tabasco - £20.00
Prosciutto, Coppa, Salami, Chorizo - £20.00
Crispy Quails Eggs, Picante Olives, Pickled Onion, Docker Focaccia

Mains

Marmalade Glazed Chicken Crown - £36.00
Braised Red Cabbage, Carrot, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes & Red Wine Jus
Hot Shells, Mussels, Clams, Prawns, Oyster - £45.00
French Fries & Docker Sourdough
Cote Du Boeuf - £75.00
Triple Cooked Chips, Grilled Tomatoes,Field Mushrooms, Watercress & Bearnaise

Puddings

Kentish Apple Tart Tatin, Jude’s Cinnamon Ice Cream - £12.00
Triple Chocolate Brownie, Jude’s Vanilla Ice Cream - £12.00
Passion Fruit Pavlova, Grated Chocolate, Lemon Balm - £12.00

A discretionary 10% service charge will be applied to all tables of 6 or more