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25/06/2026
Assistant Manager
📍 Wattenden Arms
💷 £31,500 per year
⏰ 40 hours per week
📅 Only one weekend per month required
We're looking for an experienced & enthusiastic Assistant Manager to join the team at the Wattenden Arms.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in bar & dining room service who is ready to take the next step in their hospitality career. You'll work closely with the management team to ensure exceptional customer service, smooth day-to-day operations, & a welcoming atmosphere for both customers & staff.
email Stuart at [email protected]
23/06/2026
⚽️ ENGLAND v GHANA TONIGHT! ⚽️
Join us at The Watt as England take on Ghana tonight — kick-off at 9pm!
Watch all the action in our courtyard or inside the pub.
🍻 Food served until 9pm
🍺 Serving drinks until 11pm, Pub open until 11:30pm
Gather your friends, grab a drink, and cheer on England with us!
22/06/2026
🔥 WATT! SUMMER BBQ SUPPERS 🔥
Join us for an evening of delicious BBQ, great company & live music.
📅 Upcoming Dates:
• Saturday 25th July
• Saturday 8th August
• Saturday 22nd August
🍔 BBQ served from 7pm
🎵 Live music from 7.30pm – 10pm
🌿 Relaxed outdoor dining
Whether you’re joining friends, family or celebrating a special occasion, our BBQ Suppers are the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening.
⚠️ Table Reservations Essential
📞 Call Maria to book: 020 8660 4926
📍 Wattenden Arms, Kenley Aerodrome
🌐 www.wattendenarms.co.uk
22/06/2026
☀️ TODAY’S SPECIAL – RIBS £21 ☀️
Make the most of these summer days with our slow-cooked, fall-off-the-bone ribs, served with sweet corn, creamy slaw, house sauce, & crispy potatoes.
🔥 Full rack of BBQ ribs
🌽 Sweet corn on the cob
🥗 Fresh creamy slaw
🥔 Crispy potatoes
💷 Just £21
Perfect for enjoying in the sunshine with great food & good company.
👉 Stop by and see us today!
20/06/2026
🔥 Our first BBQ Supper of the season was a fantastic success! 🔥
A huge thank you to our amazing team whose hard work, organisation & enthusiasm made the evening such a memorable one. It was wonderful to see so many people enjoying great food, drinks & sunshine in the garden.
We're already looking forward to doing it all again next month! ☀️🍔🍻
👀 Watch this space for details – tables book up fast, so you'll want to be quick when bookings open.
⚽ And don't forget to book your pitch for Tuesday night's football. Gather your friends, grab a drink & enjoy the match in the garden or in the pub.
Thank you to everyone who joined us – we'll see you again soon!
10/06/2026
⚽️ WATT! They're showing the World Cup! ⚽️
Join us in the bar for England's World Cup group stage matches this June.
🏴 Wednesday 17 June – England vs Croatia – 9:00pm
🏴 Tuesday 23 June – England vs Ghana – 9:00pm
🏴 Saturday 27 June – Panama vs England – 10:00pm
🍕 Bar snacks served until 10pm
🍺 Bar open late for all three group games
⏰ We will be serving until 11pm on 17 & 23 June and until 11.30pm on 27 June.
Opening times for any England matches beyond 27 June will be announced as we progress through the group stage.
Come on England! 🏆⚽️
09/06/2026
🌦️ What crazy weather! Is it summer or not? ☔☀️
One minute we're enjoying the sunshine, the next we're watching the rain pour down across the terrace! Whatever the weather decides to do, you'll always find a warm welcome here at The Watt.
🍴 Lunch is served until 3:30pm today
🍻 Drinks are flowing right through until 9:00pm tonight
So if you're looking for somewhere cosy to escape the showers (or cool down after the sunshine!), come & join us.
📍 See you at The Watt!
05/06/2026
🥧 CHEF JORDAN'S FRESHLY MADE PIES 🥧
It's Friday then, Saturday, Sunday... WATT!
There’s nothing quite like a proper homemade pie, & Chef Jordan has been busy in the kitchen preparing our famous freshly made pies from scratch.
Golden pastry, generous fillings, rich gravy, and all the care you'd expect from your local country pub.
🍽️ Made fresh in-house
🥧 Baked daily
🌿 Quality ingredients
🍺 Perfect with a pint, a glass of wine, or your favourite drink
Whether you're joining us for a relaxed lunch, family dinner, or weekend treat, our pies are ready & waiting.
WATT a pie!
📍 Wattenden Arms, Kenley Aerodrome
🍴 Served for lunch and dinner
📅 Available every day while they last
Tag the person who owes you a pie this weekend! 👇
🥧🍺
03/06/2026
🎤🔥 WATT BBQ & LIVE MUSIC ! 🔥🎤
Join us on Saturday 20th June from 7pm for a fantastic evening of great food, cold drinks, & live entertainment in our garden. Chef Jordan will be firing up the BBQ for the first time this season.
🎙 Live Music from David Jelley - The Vegas Sound
Whether you're joining us for dinner, drinks, or a full evening of entertainment, it's set to be a brilliant summers night at the Watt!
📅 Saturday 20th June
⏰ From 7pm
📍 Wattenden Arms, Kenley
☎️ Bookings Essential
0208 660 4926
Tag your friends, book your place at the table, & join us for a great night of food, drinks & live music! 🎶🍻🔥
Address
Old Lodge Lane
Kenley
CR8 5EU
To reach the pub and British restaurant located on Old Lodge Lane in Kenley, there are several options:
Public transport:
Take the train to Kenley Station and then take a 10-minute walk down Godstone Road, turn left onto Whyteleafe Road, and then continue onto Old Lodge Lane. Alternatively, take bus route 407 or 434 from Purley Station or Croydon town center to Hayes Lane/Grovelands Road bus stop. From there it is approximately a 10-minute walk down Grovelands Road until you reach Old Lodge Lane.
Driving/Parking:
Use the A22 London Road and turn onto Godstone Road. At the roundabout take the exit towards Coulson and then turn left onto Marlpit Lane. Follow this road till you come upon Hayes Lane on your right. Turn right on Hayes lane and follow it up till Grovelands road where you must take a left hand turn. After passing through one crossroads you will find yourself driving down Old Lodge Lane where you can locate parking spots close by.
Please note: These directions are for the area surrounding The Wattenden Arms and not explicitly for the establishment itself.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
10:30am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
10:30am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
10:30am - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
10:30am - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
10:30am - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
9:30am - 10:30pm |
| Sunday |
9:30am - 10:30pm |
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What people say
The Wattenden Arms, located on Old Lodge Lane, is a charming pub and British restaurant that offers a delightful menu of delicious food. The pub serves food from 12:00 to 20:00 daily, making it the perfect spot for lunch or dinner. The atmosphere at The Wattenden Arms is cozy and inviting, with its own bubble of country charm.
The pub frequently updates its social media pages with exciting events and promotions. Recently, they celebrated Portuguese Day with a mouth-watering Portuguese BBQ. They also offered a special Father's Day promotion that included unlimited roast potatoes, gravy, and Yorkshire puddings along with a complimentary pint of Birra Moretti for dads. These promotions are just some examples of how The Wattenden Arms goes above and beyond to make their customers feel appreciated.
In addition to their delicious food and promotions, The Wattenden Arms also offers an impressive collection of cocktails, spritzes, and signature serves that are perfect for sipping in the summer sun. Their June specials include a delightful Heritage Tomato Salad and juicy Chicken Schnitzel with Lemon and Garlic Butter.
Overall, The Wattenden Arms is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a cozy pub experience with delicious food and refreshing drinks.
