A place where the past meets great hospitality
Tucked in the heart of Ashford, The Conningbrook Hotel is the kind of place that pleasantly surprises. Just off the M20 and close to Ashford Eurostar International, it’s perfectly placed yet feels a world away from the rush. Set within generous grounds and a short stroll from Conningbrook Lakes, it offers a breath of fresh air and a sense of calm. Inside, expect warm welcomes, cosy rooms, and a proper pub atmosphere where the food is as satisfying as the company. A hidden corner of Kent that feels both familiar and unexpectedly special, the perfect stop before or after a continental journey.
A Classic Collection Hotel
THE COACHING INN GROUP NAMED WHICH? HOTEL GROUP OF THE YEAR
We’re proud to share that The Coaching Inn Group has been named Hotel Group of the Year in the large hotel chains category by consumer champion Which? - a major milestone for our business and a powerful endorsement of our strategic focus on accommodation.
This recognition reflects the dedication and passion of our teams across the country, who deliver hospitality from the heart - creating characterful stays and memorable experiences in some of the UK’s most historic market towns.
Experience The Difference
A stay in our Classic Collection hotels offers a comfortable and welcoming experience. Thoughtful touches and a friendly atmosphere mean you’ll feel right at home, and maybe not want to leave.
Stay & Explore
Classic bedrooms are designed for comfort and function with the added touches that make the difference and leave you with a lasting impression. Choose from our selection to suit all and just relax and unwind.
Food & Drink
Menus are inspired by Modern British food, with many ingredients and produce sourced locally. A unique character shows through from our chefs in dishes, so all that remains is for you to come and try our food and carefully chosen drinks.
Meetings & Gatherings
These should be firmly established in the calendar. Business or pleasure, our spaces and cosy corners are characterful & varied. Turning the wheels of industry or planning a get-together, contact us today.
Flowers are great, but our food is better!
There’s a few times each year that flowers are for, but a superb meal with the ones you love is a must.
Valentines
Our Chef’s have preferred a perfect menu to compliment our Valentines Candlelit Dinner, make your true love that special one on February 14th
Mothering Sunday
Mums are special at Mothers Day Lunch March 15th, join us with the ones you love for our popular Sunday Roast, or just a table for dinner will do.
Meet The Dream Team
Simply divine, you'll find our team charming, attentive and fabulous, making your visit just splendid from start to finish.
Inn Room Features To Make You Smile
Classic Rooms offer tranquillity with premium linens, soft pillows and comfortable mattresses. All rooms offer high-speed wifi, H2K of Harrogate botanicals, hairdryer, smart TV, premium teas and coffee with biscuits in the room.
Classic Rooms - It's All in the Detail
Classic Rooms offer tranquillity with premium linens, soft pillows and comfortable mattresses, combining to create a haven you won’t want to leave.
Junior Suite
Our top class of room with double bed, seating area and no shortage of space or style will leave you with a lasting impression
Superior Family Quad Room
Our top class family quad for 2 adults and 2 children. A perfect hub for families to relax and unwind whilst exploring the superb location just outside your door
Classic Double or Twin Room
A mid class of room with no shortage of space or style will leave you with a long lasting impression, this room type can be booked as double bed or twin beds
Classic Double Dog Friendly Room
Our value standard room, four walls, a double bed, and a whole lot of style. The perfect match for short trips with dog friendly amenities.
Classic Compact Double Room
Our value standard room, four walls, a double bed, and a whole lot of style. The perfect match for short trips will leave you wanting more.
Classic single Room
Not quite a broom cupboard but a cosy room with a single bed and all the amenities, thats all you need!
A Taste of Tradition
Menus are inspired by Modern British food and drink, with many ingredients and produce sourced locally. A unique character shows through from our chefs in dishes, so all that remains is for you to come and try our food.
BFFs with Fur, They’re Inn
Imagine a place where wet noses and wagging tails are cherished. Welcomed with treats and a comfy bed and treated like rockstars in dining venues. You'll find this in our classic hotels along with woodland walks, gourmet doggy meals and new friends. For Doggie specific tables or rooms please call us directly or leave a comment on your reservation.
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The Conningbrook Ashford
A Fascinating History
Once a humble Pilgrim’s Rest then Spearpoint inn, this Ashford pub-hotel grew warm welcomes, riverside tales and hearty beds by the lakeside
Ashfords Gateway to Europe
The Conningbrook stands in Ashford as Kent’s gateway to Europe, where cosy English welcome meets journeys across from the nearby Eurostar , a great stop between home and the Continent
The Inn People
Wherever you stay with us, you'll find our wonderful and extraordinary people. A family-oriented culture translates into a heartfelt welcome for all who pass through our doors.
Upcoming Events
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Grand Gardens & Cozy Patios
The outdoor lawned gardens are extensive and delightful, unfussy, and quietly beautiful. The outdoor area catches the afternoon sun, with local aromas brushing the air with scent. You can hear the soft clink of glasses, the hum of conversation. It’s the kind of spot where a pint of local ale or a crisp glass of white feels just right, and where food tastes better simply because you’re outside, with time to spare and nothing to prove, just watch for the rain.
It’s Unique, Here's Our Story
Founded in 1996 by Kevin Charity, the Coaching Inn Group began as a family-run business with a big ambition to breathe new life into Britain’s historic inns and hotels.
From its roots in Boston, Lincolnshire, the Group now operates 35 unique properties across the UK. Each one is carefully restored to celebrate its heritage, think oak beams, sash windows, and centuries-old charm, while offering all the modern comforts today’s travellers expect.
At its heart lies the Group’s enduring ethos: “Hospitality from the Heart.” More than a phrase, it reflects a genuine commitment to people, teams treated as family, communities as partners, and guests as old friends. Recognition followed: winner of UK’s Best Accommodation Operator at the 2025 Publican Awards, WHICH? Best Small Hotel Group 2024/25, Best Large Hotel Group 2025/26 and ranked among the Top UK Employers. In essence, the Coaching Inn Group invites you on a journey where tradition, warmth, and thoughtful hospitality never go out of style.
We’d love to welcome you to a stay that blends history, warmth and genuine care every time.
From Boston
with love, Adam Charity
Since 1996, we’ve brought together a collection of charming inns and hotels in some of the UK’s best-loved spots, from cosy villages to lively market towns and beautiful national parks. Our mission is simple: to keep the magic alive, support our amazing teams, and look after these special places for future generations.
Marking Milestones
Celebrations
Your celebrations deserve more than candles and cake; they deserve style, sparkle and a setting that says, “You've arrived, so let's celebrate.”
A Life Celebrated
Come celebrate a life beautifully lived, shared in style with grace and warmth and bespoke to you and your family's needs.
Exclusive offers
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Saying “I do” at
The Conningbrook
Weddings at The Conningbrook are laid back and full of charm, with good food, friendly faces and cosy settings that feel just so. Whether you're after a meal for two or a family and friends table, we will make sure your day is memorable.
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The Burning Questions!
Check-in is guaranteed from 03.00pm and Check-out is 11.00am.
Yes, we have a large car park on site.
No.
Yes, we are at the centre of the village.
Yes.
This depends on the room terms booked; we offer room and breakfast and room only.
No.
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