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From the
http://www.canterburytimes.co.uk By Thomas Brown 4 June, 2014.
Herne Bay micropub voted Kent's best.
A HERNE Bay micropub has been voted the best in Kent in a reader
poll.
The Firkin Frog in Station Road beat dozens of contenders in a vote
by more than 400 Kentish drinkers.
Micropubs are growing in popularity after Martin Hillier's original
the "Butcher's Arms" in Herne opened in 2005.
Landlord Steve Chandler was inspired to join the micropub revolution
and converted a kitchen showroom into the "Firkin Frog" with long-time
friend and business partner Mark, opening on St George's Day 2013.
Mr Chandler said: "People seem to like the micropub concept for a
number of reasons, but mainly because it provides a venue that is a safe
and social place to be.
"The size of the pubs create an intimate atmosphere where people
interact and chat amongst themselves. They all promote old fashioned
community spirit.
"Micropubs are completely opposite to many conventional high street
pubs.
"The Firkin Frog has a fantastic and varied customer base, and unlike
some micropubs that are male-orientated, the "Firkin Frog" appeals to
both men and women alike."
1. Firkin Frog, Herne Bay
2. The Conqueror, Ramsgate
3. Paper Mill, Sittingbourne
4. Harbour Arms, Margate
5. Bouncing Barrel, Herne Bay
6. Bake & Alehouse, Westgate
7. Just Reproach, Deal
8. Tankerton Arms, Whitstable
9. Kipps Alehouse, Folkestone
10. Firkin Ale House, Folkestone
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