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The Mole Hole
A 7 minute walk from Gravesend Railway Station – Google Maps
The Mole Hole opened on Gravesend High Street on 27 July 2019, set inside a vaulted cellar beneath a building that had previously been used as a tattoo parlour, and before that as the Cellar Bar music venue. Its name links closely to the Gravesend Rugby Veterans Team, with a group of players and their partners coming together to create the pub in memory of their friend and teammate, “No.1 Mole” Gary Theobald. Reached from an upstairs lobby and spiral staircase, it brought new life to a hidden town-centre space. Its story is modern, but rooted in a building already known for music, socialising and nightlife.
Inside combines a modern street-level entrance with the hidden feel of the old cellar bar below. Upstairs has a brighter, more contemporary look, with hanging lights, barrel tables and signs pointing visitors down into the pub itself. Downstairs, the curved brick-vaulted ceilings and painted brick walls give the main room plenty of character, with long wooden tables, bench seating and a compact bar tucked beneath the arches. Warm lighting softens the cellar setting, while pump clips, posters and framed pictures add personal touches throughout. There’s even a small stage area for live music and events, helping the space feel lively without losing its cosy underground atmosphere.
Drink Offerings – choice of 3 cask ales, alongside a couple of keg beers.
Opening Times:
Monday – CLOSED
Tuesday – CLOSED
Wednesday – CLOSED
Thursday – 1700-2200
Friday – 1700-2200
Saturday – 1700-2200
Sunday – 1700-2200
Want to find out more – Check my blog post featuring The Mole Hole HERE
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