Well worth visiting for the magnificent Victorian architecture alone, the pub is both Grade II* Listed and included on CAMRA's National inventory of Pub Interiors of special historic interest with its French Renaissance exteriors and Art Nouveau motifs. At night, its shining dome can be seen from some way away. A selection of good food is served and there is a separate dining room. Later at night that room can feature DJs or occasional live music. Quiz Monday evenings. Poker Night Wednesday.

In a visit March 2023 there were 3 cask beers on - Sambrook's Junction, Courage Directors and Shepherd Neame Master Brew. There is a very large range of keg beers and an interesting bottled selection such as Duvel. The draught beer offering is kept up to date on a very large chalk board.