What to do and see in Chelmsford, England: The Best Bars & Clubs

March 31, 2022 Vivienne Hutton

Chelmsford (/ˈtʃɛlmzfərd/) is the principal settlement of the City of Chelmsford district, and the county town of Essex, in the East of England. It is located in the London commuter belt, approximately 32 miles (51 km) northeast of the notional centre of London at Charing Cross and approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Colchester. The urban area of the city has a population of approximately 120,000, whilst the district has a population of 168,310.
Restaurants in Chelmsford

1. Asylum

Viaduct Road, Chelmsford CM1 1TS England +44 1245 251809 http://www.asylumchelmsford.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Asylum

Asylum is a home for the musically insane.The owners play in a punk band, staff all involved in music in one form or another. All genres catered for with live bands playing anything from punk, rock, metal and alternative to dance, electro, acoustic and more. Intimate in size, 2 stages and 2 bars on two floors, but great in atmosphere (so we're told by all our in-mates)!Over 18 s and mostly free entry. Bars open until 02.30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 12.00 a.m. week-days. Casual dress.

2. BackTrack Bar and Lounge

4 Victoria Road, Chelmsford CM1 1NZ England +44 7769 345691 https://www.facebook.com/BackTrackBarChelms/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

BackTrack Bar and Lounge

BackTrack Bar & Lounge is Chelmsford most popular cocktail bar offering a wide selection of chosen alcoholic beverages. The venue holds a number of special events throughout the year. The venue also hosts a suntrap for the summer months with comfortable beds and outside bar. BackTrack Bar offers birthday packages, corporate functions and private hire.

3. Be At One Chelmsford

219 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford CM2 0LR England +44 20 7738 2119 [email protected] https://www.beatone.co.uk/cocktail-bar/chelmsford
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5.0 based on 93 reviews

Be At One Chelmsford

The Cocktail experts have finally landed in Chelmsford! Pop in & try one of our many cocktails (over 150!) made by our magnificently skilled mixologists!

Reviewed By beccaw207

THE place to be for a girls night. Visited with a friend for a few cocktails, and was welcomed straight away by Megan and Mike. After some cocktail assistance and deliberation, we went for a Swedish Spring Punch and Paradise Punch as it was 2-4-1 hour. Will definitely recommend and be visiting again soon! Thanks guys!!

4. Hot Box Live

28 Viaduct Road, Chelmsford CM1 1TS England +44 1245 290117 [email protected] http://www.hotboxlive.co.uk
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Hot Box Live

Hot Box is a live music venue and bar in Chelmsford, Essex in the railway station's viaducts within spitting distance of Buses, Trains and Taxi Rank. Kick back and relax with the best live music, events, DJs, drinks and staff most evenings. There is something for everyone including indie, rock, punk rock, metal, jazz, blues, and hip hop. We look forward to greeting you.

Reviewed By J8195DOchrisd

Absolutely love this venue... incredibly friendly and helpful staff... unsurpassed whiskey collection of some amazing single malts.. really cool and relaxed atmosphere.. without doubt amazing music venue

5. The Ale House

24-26 Viaduct Road, Chelmsford CM1 1TS England +44 1245 260535 [email protected] http://www.the-ale-house-chelmsford.co.uk
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4.5 based on 95 reviews

The Ale House

We are conveniently located in central Chelmsford, a stones throw from the bus and train stations. We’re also just 10 minutes walk to Essex County Cricket ground and a 5 minute walk to the High Street. The Ale House really is a great place for the discerning drinker. Everyday there is a selection of 12 Cask Ales, 8 Keg Beers, 5 German Beers on tap, 12 Traditional Ciders, 1 Guest Keg Cider, Over 100+ Bottles and Cans and so much more. The Ale House has a distinctive look too, housed in two of the railway arches by the train station, it's panelled walls, wooden tables and long bar make it feel different to anywhere else in Chelmsford. Perfect for meeting up before the cricket, football and beer festivals. Don't be surprised if you decide to you hang around for 'just one more'.

Reviewed By helensuz

I popped in here for a pint before a trip to the Gurkha Restaurant up the road. What a fantastic find. I love a nice pint of real ale and this was right up my street. I was a bit lost for choice on the ale front but was offered a small sample of the Tropical blonde beer before choosing a pint of it. There is a really varied choice and while I can recommend the Tropical one it became a bit too fruity half a pint in. So much to choose from tho so something for everyone. Loads of seating and a really nice place to enjoy a beer and put the world to rights.

6. The Three Elms Pub & Kitchen

Mashbury Road Chignal St James, Chelmsford CM1 4TZ England +44 1245 443151 [email protected] http://www.threeelmschelmsford.uk
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

The Three Elms Pub & Kitchen

Traditional country pub with real ale, real cider, fresh tradition pub food with a warm welcome to friends old and new.

7. The Curlew

80 Gandalfs Ride, Chelmsford CM3 5WS England +44 1245 690470 [email protected] http://www.thecurlew.co.uk
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

The Curlew

Welcome to your new-look Curlew. We've been fully redesigned and refurbished. The interior is spacious and beautiful. Looking more like a traditional pub, we have captured the heritage and charm of a traditional pub but with a modern colour scheme and heritage lighting. We now offer more seating, a multi use restaurant, a wider range of drinks and pool table. We are now a family run, family friendly, community pub. Positioned in the centre of a community, we aim to be the beating heart. We welcome everyone. Alongside our famous Shepherd Neame beers, we have international lagers, traditional cider, a wide selection of wines and spirits. New to The Curlew is our range of coffees and teas. These are served all day with a choice of tempting biscuits, cakes and muffins. Our coffee is Rainforest Alliance certified and roasted in East Anglia. It tastes great and travels a short distance so you can enjoy it knowing that it's fresh and rewarding for everyone in the production cycle. We will be providing food very soon, so like us and you will be the first to know when our menu is released. As we have been redesigned, we welcome the addition of a function suite. This can be hired free (T's & C's apply) for any event. Full details available upon request 01245 690470.

Reviewed By 130jamieleeb - Essex, United Kingdom

I recently came here for Sunday lunch and had a great roast. Just the right amount of food and a great cider on the side. This lovely meal resulted in a return visit for dinner the other night. I look forward to my next visit!

8. The Compasses Pub

141 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford CM1 1RY England +44 1245 292051 [email protected] http://thecompasseschelmsford.com/
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

The Compasses Pub

A warm welcome awaits you at The Compasses Pub Chelmsford. A family pub which seeks to serve its local community as well as customers from further afield, there really is something for everyone. For the sports fans not only is there Sky and BT Sports, there is also a pool table and dart boards in the public bar with weekly ‘Winner Takes All’ competitions. Games’ nights (crib, dominoes and board games) are also regularly held and new teams for all of these events are always welcome. For those who prefer a more tranquil environment, our spacious saloon bar provides the perfect setting for a quiet drink and a chat. We are currently working hard to find an excellent chef and will be offering a full food service in the near future. Social events, such as the ever popular Soul and Ska Nights are regular features and private hire for functions is also available.

9. Boutique Cafe Bar

6 Tindal Street, Chelmsford CM1 1ER England +44 1245 259107
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Boutique Cafe Bar

10. The Kings Head

49 Maldon Road, Great Baddow, Chelmsford CM2 7DN England
Excellent
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

The Kings Head

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