Pubs
The Britannia Inn
Coastal country pub in Seabrook, near Hythe, with cask ales, a weekly quiz, live music and an outdoor area.
Verified Oct 2026
Napoleonic-era canal with a flat towpath, picnic tables and fishing platforms, running through Hythe and West Hythe. Green Flag award holder.
About Royal Military Canal, Hythe
The Royal Military Canal was dug as a Napoleonic-era defence and is now managed by Folkestone and Hythe District Council as a wildlife and recreation corridor; the council says it has held a Green Flag award every year since 2010. Footpaths, cycle routes and bridleways run alongside, and the 3m-wide Royal Military Road on the north side from Seabrook to Aldergate Lane suits walkers, riders, cyclists and disabled users. There is a small car park at West Hythe (off West Hythe Road) and a pay and display car park at the Seabrook end. Rowing boats can be hired from the Boat Hut on Ladies Walk in Hythe at £25 per boat for one hour, April to September. Fishing needs a permit and rod licence; magnet fishing is banned.
Accessibility
The 3m-wide Royal Military Road on the northern side, Seabrook to Aldergate Lane, is described by the council as suitable for walkers, horse riders, cyclists and disabled users. Four single fishing platforms are provided for disabled anglers.
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Eat and drink in Hythe
Pubs
The Kings Head
Historic high street pub in Hythe with Kentish cask ales, food, a courtyard garden and live music on Sundays.
Verified Oct 2026
Cafés
The Nutmeg Cafe
Independent cafe on Hythe High Street serving breakfast, lunch and cakes, with a back garden and private hire.
Verified Oct 2026
Restaurants
Hide and Fox
Tasting-menu restaurant on The Green in Saltwood, near Hythe, with a wine list and cocktails. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Verified Oct 2026
Guides that mention Royal Military Canal, Hythe
GuideFamily Days Out, Parks & Walks
Hythe, Lydd and New Romney: the canal, Port Lympne, Dungeness and the miniature railway
The Royal Military Canal, Port Lympne, All Saints Lydd, RSPB Dungeness, Prospect Cottage, the Romney railway and Romney Warren, with seasons and access.
More things to do in Hythe
Castles & History
St Leonard’s Church and Ossuary, Hythe
Parish church on Oak Walk, Hythe, open daily. Its ossuary of medieval bones opens most days Easter to September and is generally closed in winter.
Family Friendly
Family Days Out
Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve, Lympne
Wild animal reserve in 600 acres near Hythe with a truck safari, Dinosaur Valley, gardens and cafes. Adult day tickets £32.73 to £40.
Family Friendly