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Traditional restaurants in Rochford
The Green Man
Traditional
14.1 miles
Green Man Lane CM8 3LB
The idyllic village of Little Braxted is home to The Green Man, which overlooks the village green and is the perfect spot for dog-walkers, cyclists, and foodies alike. Conveniently close to plenty of walks through the surrounding countryside, The Green Man provides the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Six Bells
Traditional14.3 miles Main Road Boreham CM3 3JE
Originally three adjoining cottages built in the 18th century, the Six Bells has since gone through some major transformations. However, the building remains true to its original purpose, with an inviting exterior and an air of homeliness and comfort within.
Having served meals to hungry guests for over three decades, the a...
Oddfellows Arms Smokehouse
Traditional14.3 miles 195 Springfield Road CM2 6JP
The newly transformed Oddfellows Arms Smokehouse is a friendly, traditional pub serving tasty, honest food. Renowned for its authentic American-style barbecue plates, it is currently the only speciality smokehouse in Chelmsford. Using hickory, beech, whisky-soaked oak and apple wood to create their unique flavour, the smokehouse d...
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The Ship
Traditional, Pubs and Bars with Restaurants14.4 miles Princess Margaret Road RM18 8PB
This family-run pub is welcoming to all and provides a perfect place to refuel after a walk along the River Thames. A range of classic, hearty dishes are available, including daily specials, fish and chips, curry and Sunday roasts, all of which are served at a reasonable price and are freshly made on site. With a large selection...
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Kings Arms
Traditional, Pubs and Bars with Restaurants14.4 miles 2 High Street Upper Upnor ME2 4XG
Hidden down one of Upper Upnor's charming cobbled streets, just moments from the waters of the Medway Estuary, the Kings Arms is a great pub and restaurant offering fine food and proper ale. Join the mix of locals and tourists at the bar of CAMRA's Medway 'Local Pub of the Year 2012' and sample something from the selection real ales...
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The Hastings Arms
Traditional, Pubs and Bars with Restaurants14.4 miles Lower Rainham Road ME7 2YD
Despite what might spring to mind when you see the date 1066, The Hastings Arms is set firmly in the present. This friendly public house boasts all of the modern facilities you would expect to find - a digital music player and wide-screen televisions with Sky Sports - as well as darts and a pool table. Freshly prepared pub fare is ...
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Dog & Partridge
Traditional, Traditional English14.5 miles Brentwood Road Orsett RM16 3HU
The Dog & Partridge in Orsett is a long-established Essex pub. They offer excellent meals in the restaurant, and in summer months you can also dine al fresco in the large garden. Take a seat near the pond and relax with a pint, and you’ll soon be calling the Dog & Partridge your favourite pub.
Our genial host Mark...
The Olde Dog Inn
Traditional, Pubs and Bars with Restaurants14.5 miles Billericay Road Herongate-Tye CM13 3SD
Believed to date from 1509, The Olde Dog Inn is a classic weather-boarded inn. Inside, low-beamed ceilings and exposed fireplaces create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Quality beer and food - the cornerstone of any good pub - have been served here for centuries and remain the inn's top priorities to this day. Now in its 33rd year...
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The Orange Tree
Traditional14.5 miles 6 Lower Anchor Street CM2 0AS
Situated just a short jaunt from the Essex County Cricket Ground, tucked away amidst the terraced housing lies The Orange Tree. A stalwart of the local dining scene for over 120 years, this venue is well known and well loved in equal measure by its many returning customers. The ethos is clear – to provide simple yet high-q...
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The Red Lion
Traditional, Pubs and Bars with Restaurants14.7 miles Main Road CM4 0EQ
Housed in an attractive 300-year-old coaching inn, The Red Lion is every bit as picturesque as the countryside surrounding it. The pub still retains its olde-worlde charm - the original beams and fireplaces are very much intact, and the recent refurbishment is in keeping with the traditional features. The menu features fresh, home-c...
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The Ship
Traditional, Traditional British14.9 miles 18 Broomfield Road CM1 1SW
The Ship has been in the same family for three generations and is one of the most popular pubs in Chelmsford, owing to its great reputation, warm atmosphere, dedicated staff and excellent location. It is one of the oldest pubs in Chelmsford, and its food is celebrated locally.
Situated just a stone’s throw from Chelmsford...
The Halfway House
Traditional15.1 miles Arterial Road West Horndon CM13 3LL
The Halfway House has made its name as a wedding venue that provides affordable excellence to happy couples and their guests. The bar and restaurant is open throughout the week to locals and visitors looking to enjoy a fine selection of drinks, and to sample the impeccably cooked traditional pub grub. From hearty lasagne to the me...
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The Bell
Traditional15.1 miles 55 High Street CM4 0AT
Nothing quite beats the charm of an unashamedly old-fashioned family pub, boasting oak beams, a huge Elizabethan fireplace and 500-year-old history, and that’s just what you can expect from The Bell in Ingatestone. New visitors will experience the friendliest of welcomes, while the oodles of returning locals feel right at home. ...
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King George V
Traditional15.3 miles 1 Prospect Row Brompton ME7 5AL
If you fancy a helping of culture and history alongside a superb meal, quality local ale and a warm welcome, then King George V in Gillingham is the perfect choice. Located in the heart of Medway, the pub’s charming en-suite double rooms provide a homely base from which you can easily explore the surrounding area. This uniquely ...
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The Red Lion
Traditional15.4 miles 7 Newland Street CM8 2AF
At the heart of the busy town of Witham and just a brief meander from the train station and local library, The Red Lion is a wonderfully traditional venue. Whether you’re looking for a quiet pint or fancy a generous helping of comforting home-cooked grub to fill your belly, The Red Lion is a great shout. The exposed beams that a...
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