A man needed hospital treatment for multiple injuries following an attack at a village pub.

It is said to have happened in a courtyard behind the Rose Inn on The Green in Wickhambreaux.

The victim, who is in his 50s, suffered injuries to the back of his head, arm, leg and lower back for which he was treated at hospital.

It is said to have happened between 3.30pm and 3.45pm on Wednesday, April 19 and now police have issued an appeal for witnesses.

Investigating officer Sergeant Simon Drew said: "We are keen to establish the circumstances of the incident and are appealing for any witnesses to contact us.

"We believe there may have been people in the pub who may have seen what happened and we urge them to come forward."

Anyone with information should call police on 01843 222289 or Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, quoting reference number ZY/15427/17.