Old Ash Tree

You'll find the Old Ash Tree doing exactly what a good pub should do—nothing fancy, just reliable. It's the sort of place where regulars have their spots at the bar and the landlord knows what you drink before you ask. The menu leans into traditional pub fare that doesn't pretend to be something it's not, paired with a decent selection of ales that keeps the real ale crowd happy. Rainham Road's seen a lot of changes, but this place has stayed grounded, which is precisely why locals keep coming back. The 4.1-star rating from 844 reviews speaks volumes about consistency.