Book now for festive food and drinks this Christmas! The Horse & Groom is one of the best country pubs in the Chelmsford area. Lying on the eastern outskirts of town in Writtle, our Chef & Brewer pub restaurant's surrounded by picturesque Essex countryside. Take one of our local cask ales or a glass of wine outside to our peaceful beer garden, or stay indoors to enjoy the atmosphere created by our rustic decor and the old oak beams you'll see all around you. We serve pub classics along with a selection of delicious breakfasts, while we also offer seasonal specials and a pub Sunday roast. Our dog- and family-friendly pub has free WiFi and disabled facilities too. As a welcoming countryside pub, we serve delicious lunch and hearty dinner options. Book a table with us today.
Aged for 28 days, with grilled heritage tomato, flat mushroom & chips
Puddings
Triple Chocolate Brownie
£7.00
Sticky Toffee Pudding
£7.00
Tiramisu
£7.50
Pistachio Choux Bun
£8.00
Ice Cream & Sorbet Selection
£5.50
Bakewell Tart
£7.00
Salted Caramel Sundae
£7.25
Apple & Blackberry Crumble Pie
£7.00
Our Lemon Cheesecake Bomb
£9.50
Frequently Asked Questions About Horse & Groom
Is there a car park?
Yes, we have a car park available for our customers.
Do you accept Blue Light Card discount?
Yes, Blue Light Card discount is accepted. Restrictions may apply, see T&Cs for full details. https://www.chefandbrewer.com/partnerships .
Do you accept AA discount?
Yes, AA discount is accepted. Restrictions and T&Cs may apply.
Do you have vegan and vegetarian dishes available?
Yes, we have a range of plant-based dishes suitable. For more information please visit https://www.chefandbrewer.com/pubs/essex/horse-and-groom/menu .
Are plant-based and vegan dishes available all year round?
Yes, they are available at all times for you to enjoy.
Do I need to book a table in order to visit the pub?
Booking is not required, however we do recommend booking during busier periods to guarantee a space in our pub.
Do you accept Tesco vouchers?
Yes, Tesco vouchers are accepted. Restrictions may apply, see T&Cs for full details. https://www.chefandbrewer.com/partnerships
Do you accept Gourmet Society discount?
Yes, Gourmet Society discount is accepted. Restrictions and T&Cs may apply.
Do you have a Breakfast with Santa event?
Yes we host Breakfast with Santa. For more information, please visit https://www.chefandbrewer.com/christmas/breakfast-with-santa
How do I make a booking?
To make a booking, please visit https://www.chefandbrewer.com/pubs/essex/horse-and-groom/book
Are you dog-friendly?
Yes, we welcome dogs in some areas of our pubs. If you wish to book, please let us know if you'll be visiting with your dog so that we can reserve your table in our dog-friendly areas of the pub.
Do you have EV Charging?
Unfortunately, we do not have EV charging.
Do you have alcohol-free drinks available?
Yes, we have plenty of alcohol-free choices. We have crafted our range of alcohol-free drinks with partners such as Lucky Saint and Belvoir Farm. For more information please visit https://www.chefandbrewer.com/drinks .
Are alcohol-free drinks available all year round?
Yes, they are available at all times for you to enjoy.
Brand Certified Facts from Horse & Groom
This information is certified by Horse & Groom and published from the brand's official system of record. Data is distributed through an enterprise-grade knowledge management platform. Learn more about our data sources
Certified October 18, 2026Yext Knowledge Graph
Address
Categories
Geo coordinates
Legal business name
Hours of operation
Phone number
Official website
Syndication Network
Approved business data is pushed to 100+ publishers, including: