Your Questions, Answered

  • While The King’s Head is technically a pub, it operates much more like a late-night bar and nightclub on weekends. On Fridays and Saturdays, expect DJs, dancing, and a lively party atmosphere rather than a traditional pub experience.

  • The King’s Head is open every Friday and Saturday from 2pm until 1:30am, making it one of the latest-opening venues in Rochester. It’s the go-to spot for late nights and weekend parties.

  • Outside of private events, The King’s Head focuses on weekends. Sunday to Thursday is primarily reserved for private hire, giving groups exclusive access to the venue for events and celebrations.

  • Music is a huge part of The King’s Head experience. Weekend nights feature DJ-led party music designed for dancing and late nights. Genres vary depending on the night and crowd, but the focus is always on high-energy, crowd-pleasing tracks.

  • There’s no strict dress code, but smart casual / going-out attire is strongly recommended on Friday and Saturday nights. Sportswear, flip flops or overly casual clothing may be refused entry during busy periods.

  • No tickets are required for standard Friday and Saturday nights unless stated otherwise for special events. Entry is on a first-come, first-served basis, and capacity limits apply.

  • Yes. The King’s Head is available for free private hire Sunday to Thursday, offering exclusive use of the entire venue for your event.

  • The venue is suitable for a wide range of events, including:

    • Birthday & milestone celebrations

    • Wedding receptions & engagement parties

    • Corporate events & work dos

    • Christenings & family gatherings

    • Graduations & end-of-year celebrations

  • Private hire requires a minimum of 30 guests. For larger events, capacity and layout can be discussed directly with the team.

    For availability and capacity details, please Contact Us – click here.

  • No. Private hire of The King’s Head is free Sunday to Thursday. All events operate on a drinks-only basis unless otherwise agreed.

  • Music options, including DJ setups and playlists, can be discussed depending on the type of event. Please Contact Us – click here to talk through your requirements.

  • Yes. The King’s Head is located in the heart of Rochester, just 2 minutes from Rochester Station, around 15 minutes from the M25, and under an hour from London by train.

  • For private hire enquiries involving food options, please Contact Us – click here.

  • All enquiries should be made via the contact page. Please Contact Us and and a member of the team will get back to you and for more details on Private Hire, please click here.