The Kentish Hotel
The Kentish Hotel is a pub in Waiuku, Waiuku, New Zealand that lays claim to the longest continuous liquor licence in the country. The Kentish Hotel has stood the test of time as being one of the most famous established watering holes in the Franklin District, Franklin area since it was first granted its licence to sell liquor in 1853. Historical significance Built in 1851 by Edward Constable who emigrated from Maidstone, Kent in England. Constable then went on to apply to the Colonial Secretary (New Zealand), Colonial Secretary for a Publican's Special Licence and Licence No.47 was granted on 10 January 1853. That same licence still continues today and the hotel lays claim to the longest continuous liquor licence in New Zealand. Throughout its long history the Kentish has been at the heart of Waiuku life since it was built. It occupies a central location in Waiuku town, is near the entrance to the Waiuku harbor, and opposite the popular Tamakae reserve which serves as a bas ...
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