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We are the oldest pub in Maidstone conveniently situated close to the river and town centre. We have a Jam Night every Tuesday Evening and Live Bands every Friday and Saturday evening. On Sundays sometimes we have solos, duos and original bands. We are open 7 days a week and serve food 6 days a week. We offer a selection of guest ales as well as fine wines. Here at Drakes, we are dog friendly and we have a pool table, dartboard and board games. We take pride in our presentation and customer service and work hard to create a welcoming, friendly and fun atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Throughout the year we put on events such as Bikefest, Christmas and Easter Markets, Halloween Party, Christmas and New Year's Eve Parties, Summer BBQ'S, Festivals and more. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Join us as The 77s take the stage and unleash a killer repertoire of rock classics from the 60s to today! Get ready to raise your voice and let loose!
When: Tue 06 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Tue 06 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventBased in Kent, Meltin' Joel is the band fronted by Pete Smith, a heavyweight soul and rock 'n' roll vocalist and keys player, and a regular favourite with the Drakes audience.
Show starts 8.30pm, free entry.
When: Fri 09 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Fri 09 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventBEATS WORKIN' play a mix of covers from the likes of The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, The Eagles, Queen, The Killers, Kings of Leon, and a selection of classics.
Starts 8.30pm, free entry.
When: Sat 10 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 10 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventLive music curated by the Maidstone studio, Make Some Noise.
When: Thu 15 05 2025 at 4:00 pm
Until: Thu 15 05 2025 at 7:00 pm
View eventSpitroast, Kent's best hard rock band! AC/DC - Iron Maiden - Metallica and more!
Starts 8.30pm, free entry.
When: Fri 16 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Fri 16 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventThe Hysterics are a dynamic and electrifying function band hailing from Tonbridge.
Known for their high-energy performances, they blend elements of rock and indie with a touch of disco and funk to create a sound that is uniquely their own.
The Hysteric... (click below to read more)
When: Sat 17 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 17 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventLive music curated by the Maidstone studio, Make Some Noise.
When: Sun 18 05 2025 at 4:00 pm
Until: Sun 18 05 2025 at 7:00 pm
View eventNo Limit Street Band are the UK's leading party brass band bringing party classics and sing along bangers to the masses!
With credits including appearances with Take That, opening Dancing On Ice live on ITV, supporting Diplo in London, Mark Ronson in Berlin, working ... (click below to read more)
When: Fri 23 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Fri 23 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventBack by popular demand, local rock/punk band Luck and Trouble.
When: Sat 24 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 24 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventA perfect Sunday afternoon with Northern soul, funk, Motown and R&B from vinylist DJ Sir Dancealot.
When: Sun 25 05 2025 at 4:00 pm
Until: Sun 25 05 2025 at 7:00 pm
View eventThe Soundcasters are an exciting 4 piece band from Maidstone in Kent. They've been playing together for over 15 years, building a local and global following whilst perfecting their tight sound and harmonies.
When: Fri 30 05 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Fri 30 05 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventBikefest is back and ready to roll! Plus four piece punk/rock band, Luck and Trouble.
Mark your calendars for a fun celebration of all things bikes.
Starts at 5.30pm, live music from 7.00pm.
When: Thu 05 06 2025 at 5:00 pm
Until: Thu 05 06 2025 at 10:30 pm
View eventExcellent indie rock covers band playing songs from Killers, Muse, Oasis, Stereophonics, Vaccines, Kings of Leon.
When: Sat 07 06 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 07 06 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventToby Starks and Rob Wicks perform in their new band, Crazy Water Common, playing British Americana.
When: Fri 13 06 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Thu 12 06 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventGet ready to rock out with Freedom Cage!
Bringing the energy with their mix of rock covers.
When: Sat 14 06 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 14 06 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventJoe Cox, Josh Roots and Paul Moss, three of Kents best know musicians are the Joe Cox Band. This Power trio offer hits from across the decades. From Rock n Roll greats of the 50’s 60’s & 70’s, through some of the 80’s catchiest hits, ending up with some of your favourit... (click below to read more)
When: Sat 21 06 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 21 06 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventDJ Adam Charge plays D&B.
When: Fri 27 06 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Thu 26 06 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventBeats Workin' play a mix of covers from the likes of The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, The Eagles, Queen, The Killers, Kings of Leon, and a selection of classics.
When: Sat 28 06 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 28 06 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventBikefest is back and ready to roll!
Plus Spitroast, Kent's best hard rock band - AC/DC - Iron Maiden - Metallica and more!
Mark your calendars for a fun celebration of all things bikes.
Starts at 5.30pm, live music from 7.00pm.
When: Thu 03 07 2025 at 5:00 pm
Until: Thu 03 07 2025 at 10:30 pm
View eventDJ Adam Charge plays club classics.
When: Fri 04 07 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Fri 04 07 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventReptilia specialise in indie, alternative rock and modern party rock covers.
When: Sat 05 07 2025 at 8:30 pm
Until: Sat 05 07 2025 at 11:00 pm
View eventBikefest is back and ready to roll!
Mark your calendars for a fun celebration of all things bikes.
Starts at 5.30pm, live music from 7.00pm.
When: Thu 07 08 2025 at 5:00 pm
Until: Thu 07 08 2025 at 10:30 pm
View eventBikefest is back and ready to roll!
Mark your calendars for a fun celebration of all things bikes.
Starts at 5.30pm, live music from 7.00pm.
When: Thu 04 09 2025 at 5:00 pm
Until: Thu 04 09 2025 at 10:30 pm
View eventBikefest is back and ready to roll!
Mark your calendars for a fun celebration of all things bikes.
Starts at 5.30pm, live music from 7.00pm.
When: Thu 02 10 2025 at 5:00 pm
Until: Thu 02 10 2025 at 10:30 pm
View eventHere at Drakes Cork and Cask Maidstone, we host a Jam Night every Tuesday from 8.30pm.
All musicians and singers are welcome, from established professionals to budding beginners.
Our kitchen will be open and the drinks flowing.
Drop us a message to book a table or to... (click below to read more)
Taking place on Tuesday at 8:30 pm until 11:00 pm
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Every Thursday Evening our Jukebox is FREE.
Come on down and enjoy an evening of your favourite tunes.
Taking place on Thursday at 6:00 pm until 11:30 pm
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