The distillery was built in 1873 as a pumphouse, to pump water into and out of the dry docks as ships were mended or built. It is in a stunning setting for restaurant lunchers or diners, surrounded by water on both sides, and its riverside windows offer views of Queen Elizabeth 1st’ gunpowder store, the grey stone castle of Upnor.

In addition, on sunny days and evenings during the English summer months you can feast either on the wooden decking beside the river, or under the brick arches over-looking the yachting marina.