A Perfect Gateway Stay to Europe
Located in the heart of Ashford, The Conningbrook Hotel is one of those places that surprises you. Just off the M20, near Ashford Eurostar International, you’ll find generous grounds that feel a world away from the rush. Inside, it’s all warm smiles, comfortable rooms, and a proper pub atmosphere where the food is as satisfying as the company. With Conningbrook Lakes just a stroll away, it’s a hidden corner of Kent that feels both familiar and pleasantly unexpected and a great place to break that continental trip
Take a walk with us, back in time
In the gentle green fringe of Ashford, where the A20 hums softly with continental promise and the lakes mirror the sky, sits the Conningbrook Hotel. Its story begins in the mid-20th century as the Pilgrim’s Rest, a reassuring pause for travellers long before passports and Eurotunnel tickets became everyday items, and the quiet Kent countryside played host to travellers heading north to London and beyond.
Later known as The Spearpoint, it grew into a familiar landmark, serving locals, lorry drivers and holiday-bound families alike. Under the care of Shepherd Neame it became a proper Kentish pub-hotel, convivial, dependable and warmly worn in. Today, thoughtfully reimagined, the Conningbrook remains a welcoming gateway to Europe — a place where journeys pause, stories gather, and the kettle is always on.
Conningbrook & Ashford
Conningbrook in Ashford is a peaceful surprise, an oasis of greenery just moments from the hustle and bustle. The lakes shimmer like jewels, with swans gliding gracefully by, while the woodland paths invite gentle wanderings. Nearby, Ashford offers a dash of energy with its shops, cafés, and historic corners. It’s that perfect blend of countryside serenity and lively town spirit. Quite interesting, and all so conveniently close.
