Chelmsford

Joss Ridley started running The Compasses, Littley Green in March 2008, 3 years after Ridley’s, The Essex Brewer, was sold to Greene King. The closing of Ridley’s brewery hit the family quite hard. At the time Joss was an accountant in London rushing around in the rat race. After some thinking time in New Zealand he realised how important his Read more...

Chelmsford’s music, poetry and drag scene welcomed Hot Box Live to their streets in 2016, and since then it has become a go-to spot for music lovers of all ages to congregate safely to enjoy a wide range of music. Since it’s opening, Hot Box Live has sought to introduce the city to artists not normally seen in the city. Read more...

Talbooth Restaurant was established in 1952 and its picturesque setting beside the River Stour makes dining in Dedham a delightful affair. The riverside terrace and lawn in the heart of Constable Country enjoy a natural backdrop which would inspire any artist. Read more...

The Magic Mushroom Restaurant here at Barleylands, Billericay in Essex, offers first class, freshly cooked food from contemporary menus with a traditional influence for Lunch, Dinner and Afternoon Tea. The restaurant is open for diners Wednesday to Sunday Our Collection Menu is available Wednesday – Sunday Afternoon Tea is available to dine in and collection Thursday – Saturday Our Private Read more...

A fantastic local pub set on the outskirts of the city centre. They have a large beer garden with a children’s climbing frame, ample seating and a lot of children’s outdoor games to keep the little ones amused. All dogs welcome please ask for a dog bowl. We have two pool tables, and a dart board that are available all Read more...

It’s a great place to go to sample some truly delicious Spanish food and drinks. In the summer you can bask in the sunshine in our large outdoor area. The rest of the year (and on a rainy day) you can enjoy the cosy upstairs restaurant or the newly refurbished downstairs area. At Pinchos we are passionate about our food Read more...

Lot Bar & Restaurant has been, in one form or another, serving fresh food in the evenings since 2005. Our Head Chef, Aaron Hardy, has been with us from the start, creating menu staples such as King Prawn Linguine to innovative specials like roast haunch of venison. Read more...

Since 1990 an established and family run Hotel, Restaurant & Leisure Centre that has become totally unrivalled in the area. Hunters Meet restaurant has a reputation for its cuisine and, more importantly, its atmosphere and value for money. Read more...

We slow cook our meat over Hickory, Beech, Whisky Soaked Oak & Apple Wood resulting in that deep traditional smoked flavour. Call and collect from The Oddfellows Arms or we will deliver straight to your home. Read more...

The Final Furlong is a tastefully converted horsebox bar that brings a unique addition to any event. The bar comes fully licensed with experienced and trained staff. We “have wheels and will travel” anywhere for any event offering a fine selection of quality beers, high end spirits and fizz as well as fantastically smooth speciality coffee. Read more...