Essex
Roman garrison town pubs, historic high-street inns, and strong cask-ale tradition in Britain's oldest recorded town. From long-established locals to busy town-centre bars, drinking out in Colchester reflects the wider Pub culture of Essex. Whether you want real ale, Pub food, or a quiet corner for a pint, Colchester's best hostelries are a fine introduction to the area.
1 Northgate Street, CO1 1EE
A tiny medieval Pub in Colchester's Dutch Quarter, with low beams, real ale, and one of the town's most characterful bars.
East Hill, CO1 2QL
A Colchester town-centre Pub beneath the castle with cask ales, pub food, and Roman Essex heritage.
St Johns Street, CO2 7AJ
A Colchester Pub with real ale, pub food, and a lively crowd near the arts quarter.
East Hill, CO1 2QL
A historic Colchester Pub with cask ales, low beams, and one of the town's oldest bars.
High Street, CO1 1DA
A Colchester High Street Pub with real ale, pub food, and a mix of students and locals.