Book now for festive food and drinks this Christmas! The Yew Tree is a quintessential English country pub on the outskirts of Colchester, packed with history and character. Located in the village of Great Horkesley, our Chef & Brewer pub restaurant dates back to the early 1600s, with charming features including a thatched roof, cobbled courtyard and original timbers. Our food menu offers pub favourites for the whole family, from breakfasts and seasonal specials to a traditional pub Sunday roast. Don’t miss our local cask ales, best enjoyed in the beer garden on a summer’s day. With free WiFi, disabled facilities, space for functions and a dog-friendly welcome, book your table now.
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 Yew Tree
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 a private function room to hire?
Yes, we do. For enquiries, please contact the pub directly.
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/yew-tree/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/yew-tree/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.
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