ohn & Lisa Hood, the private owners, established The Woolpack Fryerning in the Summer of 2004. With it’s 2AA Rosettes for culinary excellence (the highest restaurant award in Essex) and recommended status from The Michelin Guide, the modern British menu is full of unusual as well as classic alternatives.

The Woolpack is an award winning restaurant in Fryerning.

The Woolpack Bar and Restaurant located in Fryerning Ingatestone overlooks a small green with a large oak tree.
The Woolpack has been awarded 2 rosettes by the AA restaurant guide. The Woolpack also host regular quality music evenings.

Try the Ivy Hotel for a great meal in a beautiful setting. Great for functions and parties.

Ivy Hill Hotel is a Victorian country house set in nine acres of beautifully matured gardens.The Ivy has two private dining rooms available for hire and a conservatory all of which can be booked for an event. Check with venue before booking as the restaurant is not automatically reserved. The Ivy also has 33 en-suite rooms.

Essex is well endowed with good country Inns and the Leather Bottle certainly comes into this category.

The pub has a cosy snug bar in which to enjoy a drink before sampling some of the culinary delights on offer. The cuisine is a blend of European and traditional English. All meals are made from fresh local produce and the emphasis is on freshly cooked, which may mean a brief wait but as with everything that's good, it's well worth the wait.

The Bull was built around the year 1385 and is set in the picturesque village of Blackmore.

Haunted by at least three ghosts- seen by staff and customers alike for many years- the Bull is packed tight with atmosphere and an atmosphere of days gone by.

It's the perfect venue when taking a drive out in the countryside. Arrive early and take a stroll around this beautifully preserved village to sharpen up your appetite. The Bull is renowned for their homemade meals; whether it's for lunch or dinner, you won't be disappointed. All dining areas are "NON-SMOKING".