What's On at The Duke

Keep up to date with all that's going on at The Duke, featuring great live music from the best local musicians and bands, to weekly and monthly food and drink evenings.

11 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Oktoberfest at The Duke William

Wear your finest Lederhosen and join us for a weekend full of Bavarian fun, food, and live music. Our garden bar will be serving up traditional Paulaner and Weissebier beers, and we’ve got a selection of mouthwatering Bavarian food specials running all weekend long with live music on Saturday & Sunday.
Come for the beer, stay for the fun!
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31 Oct 2024

Trick or Treat This Halloween!

We’re excited to welcome all trick-or-treaters as you make your way through the village this Halloween! Whether you’re out with the kids or just stopping by for a spooky refreshment, pop into the pub on Thursday 31st October.
We’d love to see your spooky costumes—we’ll have some treats waiting for you… If you’re brave enough to dare!
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23 Nov 2024 11am-4pm

Christmas Markets

Gather your friends and family and join us for an exciting community day of festive cheer at The Duke William.

Do you have a local, small business? Would you like to give your business a boost this Christmas? Does your business offer the perfect festive gifts or stocking fillers? Then this event is for you! We are currently reaching out to local, independent businesses who would like to get involved.

Whilst this event is free to customers who visit, stall holders will be charged £30 for the day with a donation from the proceeds going to support Kent MS Therapy Centre and our local village churches. Give your small business a boost this Christmas and register your interest today.
This year we have festive markets taking place across The Pickled Egg Pub Company, be sure to check out our other venues & dates.

The Woolpack Inn, Warehorne - 30th Nov 2024
The Five Bells Inn, Brabourne - 7th Dec 2024
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26 Nov 2024 6:30pm–8:30pm

Festive Wreath Workshop

Get into the festive spirit with our 2 hour wreath-making workshop led by Louise from The East Kent Flower Company. You’ll learn how to craft a stunning Christmas door wreath using seasonal foliage and signature decorations.

No experience is required—just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a beautiful wreath you’ll be proud to display.

£75 including a glass of Mulled Wine or Festive Fizz and Festive Nibbles while you create your masterpiece. We highly recommend making a day of it and combining your workshop with either lunch or dinner at the pub.
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£189 overnight stay, 3 course dinner & breakfast

Midweek Retreat

Book an overnight stay for up to two people and make the most of our midweek retreat. Available at just £189 which includes an overnight stay for up to 2 people, 3 course dinner menu (supplements may apply on certain dishes) plus breakfast the following morning.
Book now for midweek (Monday–Thursday) low season stays in October & November 2024 and January, February & March 2025
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15% off the bill when dining with us

Blue Light Card Discount

We want to show our appreciation for the nation’s emergency services and wider Blue Light community, which is why we are delighted to offer you a discount when dining with us.
Valid when dining Mon–Thurs lunch or dinner, subject to opening times. Saving is only valid when the cardholder is dining from the A La Carte menu. Applies to a maximum table size of 8 people. Excludes 24th Dec to 1st Jan, Valentine’s Day & Bank Holidays. Not valid during the months of June, July & August, or on Festive Menu bookings. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Must be booked in advance quoting “Blue Light”, please notify us of your membership when making a reservation.
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Every week - Monday–Friday lunch

Lunchtime Locals

Choose from a fine selection of lighter lunchtime meals designed for those after a quick pit stop lunch.
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£49 for 2 people

Wednesday is Steak Night

Looking for a bit of midweek indulgence? Then join us for Steak night at any of our pubs.
Includes your choice of steak from our weekly changing cuts and a bottle of house wine, all for £49.00 for two people.
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£25 per person or £45 For Two

Thursday Pie & A Pint Night

Available every Thursday evening, choose from a selection of pies & changing guest ales & ciders.
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Your bar round—on us!

Roll a Double Fridays

Feeling lucky? Roll an even double at the bar every Friday night between 4pm-6pm and get your full round FREE on us.
Every Friday, 4pm-6pm
Every last Tuesday - monthly

Quiz Night

Starting at 7:30pm, Max of 6 per team. £2 per player, with half of the proceeds donated to the Pilgrims Hospice.
Call to book or book online noting “Quiz Night”
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Every 1st Sunday - monthly

Music Night

Live music from different artists every month from 5:30pm—check out our social pages for information on who is performing.
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at The Duke William

A quintessentially English pub in the idyllic village of Ickham, near Canterbury. The Duke is opposite a truly stunning Church and is the perfect venue for your Wedding Reception.

The Terrace & garden

Our beautiful south facing terrace and garden can be hired for any of our Summer Garden Party Menus, complete with its own outside bar and booth seating.

Terrace Capacity - 80 seated
Garden Capacity - 32 seated

The olive tree

Our stunning central table in the middle of the terrace, centred around an Olive Tree This table can be reserved for outside dining and drinking for up to 20 people, weather dependent.


Capacity - 20 seated

The Conservatory

Bright and airy with lovely views out over the pub garden and the farming fields beyond, this is a great space for afternoon tea or one of our feast menus for up to 20 people.

Private use of The Conservatory and Terrace will be priced on a minimum spend basis dependent on the day of the week and time of year.


Capacity - 20 seated / 40 standing

The Den

A cosy room set away from the hustle and bustle of the main bar and the perfect spot for a large table booking of up to 30 people.


Capacity - 30 seated / 40 standing

Want to book The Duke William for an event?

Why not speak to us about booking one of our private hire rooms or tables? We’re always happy to help with recommendations and menus, just follow the link below to make an enquiry.
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at Our Sister Sites

Our sister sites also offer great private hire spaces!
The Radnor Arms, The Five Bells Inn and The Woolpack Inn are equally as equipped to make your event special. Download our Brochure to find out more on what they can offer.

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Radnor Arms
Five Bells
Woolpack Inn

Friends Of The Duke William

Live locally to The Duke? Pop in and grab one of our Friends Of discount cards, giving you 15% off food and drink at certain times through the week.

Already got a card? Don’t forget to put it to good use this year!

Enquire directly for more information. All we require is proof of address and your contact details.

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Plan your visit to The Duke William by reserving a table.
To reserve a table please call 01227 721 308, 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

General Enquiries

Call 01227 721 308 or email info@thedukewilliamickham.com

To Make a Reservation

Call 01227 721 308 or email reservations@therocksaltgroup.com

Press & Media Enquiries

Email marketing@thepickledeggpubcompany.com