The Village Maid, Bradfield

It's definitely still hard work running a village pub but although Bill and Sharon have moved on the Maid still offers an excellent atmosphere and great food and drink with Tony running the bar and Harry running the kitchen. Tony offers 2 real ales in excellent condition while, out back, Harry cooks up a great selection of hearty pub classics. Always worth a visit for a nice leisurely meal or some banter with the locals in the bar.

18 Dec 2013 22:41

The New Bell Inn, Harwich

Graham, Bar Manager extraordinaire, may have gone to Patagonia to teach the locals Scottish but life goes on at the New Bell - surely the finest pub in the world - with the legendary owners, Richard and Sue even popping up behind the bar. Recipient of yet another Tendring CAMRA Pub of the Year certificate in 2011 the pub is the hub of all things Harwich. Don't miss the lunchtime soups and Mighty Oak Oscar Wilde - a regular ale in the back bar. Simply the best.

25 Oct 2011 16:58

The Village Maid, Bradfield

.. and it's OPEN again!
It can't be very often that a rural pub in a village that has another open pub is given a new lease of life by enthusiastic new owners - but that's exactly what's happened here!
Inside and outside the pub looks fresh again after being closed for nearly two years. Great pub grub is back on the menu and two real ales are being served - a mixture of big brands and local microbreweries (including Harwich Town) all in tip-top condition.
Well worth seeking out!

25 Oct 2011 16:47