What's on in Kent - Drakes Cork & Cask

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.

Upcoming Events

The Patinas - live at Drakes Cork & Cask

Get ready to dance your heart out this Friday as we welcome back The Patinas.

Join us for an unforgettable night of live music, good vibes, and non-stop fun!

Bar open until 1am and Kitchen open until 10pm!
Starts at 9pm - let’s get this party started!

When: Fri 15 12 2023 at 9:00 pm

Until: Fri 15 12 2023 at 11:30 pm

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Knucklehead - live at Drakes Cork & Cask

What's better than a Saturday filled with live music?

We've got KnuckleHead, the ultimate Hard Rock and Alternative covers band, ready to bring the house down!
Join us for an unforgettable night of rock and good vibes!

Bar open until 1am and Kitchen open until 1... (click below to read more)

When: Sat 16 12 2023 at 9:00 pm

Until: Sat 16 12 2023 at 11:30 pm

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Live Music Friday with Lew Lewis and his Allstars Trio

Friday 22nd December
9pm
Rockabilly, RockNRoll and Country.
This band do it best !
Lew Lewis and his Allstar Trio will be at Drakes Friday 22nd December 9pm
Come on down !

When: Fri 22 12 2023 at 9:00 pm

Until: Fri 22 12 2023 at 9:00 pm

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Recurring Events

Drakes Jam Night every Tuesday

Here 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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