The Square & Compasses - Pub in Essex
Fuller Street, Fairstead, CM3 2BB, Essex
England,
United Kingdom
What's not to love? A country pub with wines by the glass and ales from the cask, modern British cooking that's delicious and well-priced, and a landlord who's knowledgeable and welcoming. This popular pub is owner-run and it shows. What's more, it's in a beautiful spot, overlooking the Essex Way. Walkers with dogs beat a path to its door, and so do lucky locals. Inside are black beams and log burners, crisp napkins on old wooden tables, a bookcase of antique tomes, and snugs with dark green walls. Our pigeon with black pudding served on a bed of red cabbage, washed down with a pint (you might try Crouch Vale or Mighty Oak) was full of flavour; the kitchen is known for its quality meats and locally sourced game, with some of the vegetables supplied by the villagers. All the pub classics are prepared from scratch too.
- Wheelchair access
- Wheelchair access to some public rooms and to wc's.
- Children welcome
- Children of all ages welcome in some public rooms (highchairs not necessarily available).
- Public transport
- Within 2 miles of a bus/train station.
- Vegetarian meals
- Good vegetarian options on the menu.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
Local points of interest from Victor Roome:
Local points of interest from
Victor Roome:
- The Essex Way Long Distance Footpath passes through our village next to the Pub
- We welcome Walkers and Cyclists.
- We are 2.5 miles from Chelmsford City Race Course.
- St. Mary's Church, Fairstead has some wonderful 13th Century Wall Paintings.
- Braintree Freeport Village is a short drive away
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Details
Starters from £6.95. Lunch from £11.95. Dinner from £13.95
Open all day.
Fuller Street, Fairstead, CM3 2BB, Essex