Essex
Essex's county city mixes market-town heritage with a thriving real ale scene, especially around Moulsham Street and the railway arches near the station. From long-established locals to busy town-centre bars, drinking out in Chelmsford reflects the wider Pub culture of Essex. Whether you want real ale, Pub food, or a quiet corner for a pint, Chelmsford's best hostelries are a fine introduction to the area.
18 Broomfield Road, CM1 1SW
A Cask Marque-accredited traditional Pub near the station, known for warm service, well-kept ales including Maldon Gold, and honest Pub grub from the blackboard menu.
6 Lower Anchor Street, CM2 0AS
Repeatedly voted Chelmsford CAMRA Pub of the Year, with two large bars, a rear patio, and four to six constantly changing cask ales, always including something dark.
30 Lower Anchor Street, CM2 0AS
A Crouch Vale brewery Pub and genuine beer haven, minutes from the station and Essex County Cricket Ground. Excellent cask ales, open fires, and a welcoming back room for food.
24-26 Viaduct Road, CM1 1TS
Housed in railway arches beside the station, with one of the widest ranges of beer in Essex, up to nine cask ales, six real ciders, and a rotating craft keg selection.
28 Duke Street, CM1 1HY
A cosy Pub next to the train station, refreshing travellers since at least 1842. Flagstone floors, up to eight real ales, and a beer garden, easy to miss your train.