By csimmonds@thekmgroup.co.uk (Cara Simmonds) A popular landlady who managed one of Kent’s independent pubs for 28 years is set to retire. Annmarie Hoare has run The Crown at Upchurch since 1994 and is now looking forward to spending more time with her family. The 64-year-old says she has fond memories of working at the historic hostelry over the years. “I’ve sponsored the local football team and we used to have brilliant nights,” she explained. “We’ve had lots of parties, weddings and funerals. Halloween and Christmas is always a fabulous time. “I normally end up cooking on New Year’s Day for…