The Axe and Compasses is a centuries-old pub in the sleepy village of Arkesden serveing a typically English selection of dishes in a traditional setting.<br /><br />National Winner Best Pub Food 2007 <br /><br />One of the main attractions of the village is the &quot;Axe&quot;. In the centre, the thatched section of the building dates from 1650 and the stables on one side provided accommodation for the horses until the 1920&#39;s. ... http://www.essexrestaurants.com Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:14:57 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2