The Old School Coffee Shop & Kitchen offers daily and affordable breakfast and brunch; a tasty Sunday carvery as well as a range of catered events (weddings, celebrations & business) all within the beautiful Old School Building, here at the Aylesham Community Trust (ACT).
The perfect spot to begin or end a walk or bike-ride through the beautiful South Downs.
Set in the heart of the rural village of Aylesham, just outside Canterbury, Aylesham Community Trust (ACT) is a welcoming, flexible venue for meeting, working and celebration and community events, with the added benefit that every booking supports the local community.
The Old School Coffee Shop & Kitchen was established in July 2025 and offers delicious food and drink including hearty and affordable meals that are all freshly made using good quality ingredients from local suppliers with plenty of free on-site parking available.
The weekly Sunday Carvery service is licensed and open every Sunday with 2 sittings at 12.30pm & 2.30pm.
Whether you’re looking for a tasty and affordable brunch menu or are planning a wedding, celebration or professional event, Aylesham Community Trust offers a venue with real heart, where every visit makes a difference.
ACT is also well known for its business and conferencing facilities, offering excellent value for meetings, training days, workshops and away‑days. Spaces can be hired with or without catering, and on‑site refreshment options are available through the Trust’s catering offer. These facilities sit alongside longer‑term office and workspace provision, making ACT a genuine local business hub.
As a not‑for‑profit charity, Aylesham Community Trust reinvests all income from venue hire back into supporting local people, groups and community services across Aylesham and the surrounding former coalfield villages.