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.

National Winner Best Pub Food 2007

One of the main attractions of the village is the "Axe". 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's.

The right-hand extension was added during the early 19th century and is now used as the Public Bar. The Lounge is very comfortable with it's easy chairs and settees, antique furniture and brass.

"One of the best pubs in Essex" .....Daily Telegraph.

The Queens Head is a traditional 14th century coaching inn located in the picturesque village of Littlebury.

Renowned for it's food the Queens Head cook to order guaranteeing what you eat is fresh. All food is prepared on the premises using local produce and game when available. With 6 tastefully furnished rooms The Queens Head is conveniently located for Stansted Airport. They can also cater for private functions.

The Cricketers Arms serving modern European cuisine is located at Rickling Green between Saffron Walden and Bishops Stortford.

The Cricketers Arms conveniently located for Stansted Airport two restaurants each offering an international menu and fine wine list. With facilities for conferencing (up to 12 people), a Japanese style terrace and accommodation this is a great place to stay before catching that flight.

Dish own two chic retro venues located in Great Dunmow and Saffron Walden.

Dish provide modern eclectic menus prepeared by award winning chef Spencer Hewitt. Their 54 seater restaurant is, as you’d expect from Dish , comfortable and relaxed with sumptuous booth seating and bold ‘jazz’ themed artwork by Jerry Hewitt adorns the walls.

The high ceilings create a feeling of open space and although the restaurant is very different to their Dunmow branch, they've carried on their tradition of sympathetically mixing old with new.

The Olive Garden in Saffron Walden serves a blend of Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine baked above a charcoal barbeque within view of the customers.

There is a second level to the restaurant available to cater for large parties or times of peak business. The Olive Garden can even arrange a Traditional Belly Dancer for entertainment!

The Olive Tree is a Mediterranean Restaurant set in the heart of Bishops Stortford.

The Olive Tree opened it's doors in 2005 and they pride themselves on quality and value. As well as an interesting range of mediterranean cuisine the Olive Tree also host entertainment nights with live music and dancing. Nice website as well!

Zizzi in Bishops Stortford is part of a chain of Italian restaurants.

Zizzi in Bishops Stortford is part of a chain of Italian restaurants serving a range of pasta, pizza and salad.

The Sangdao Thai in Saffron Walden serves authentic Thai cuisine in ornate surroundings. None of the food uses MSG (MonoSodium Glutomate).

The Sangdao Thai also run an authetic thai spa if the food is not enough to give you that authentic thai experience - check the website for details!!!

The Larkswoods Restaurant in Thaxted Hall offers fine cuisine in a smoke free environment.

Thaxted Hall also has facilities for conferences, weddings, banqueting and has accommodation.

The Cricketers in Clavering is a multi award winning Country Inn.

Recommended by Egon Ronay the English Tourist Board (Highly Commended), Good Pub Guide, Johansens, Michelin and the AA The Cricketers serve a great selection of wines real ales and beers. Run by Jamie Oliver's father this pub looks set to continue winning award after award. They also provide excellent accommodation in case you just can't bring yourself to leave.

Only 5 minutes from Stansted Airport The Ash at Burton End provides fine food and accommodation.

The restaurant has first class chefs providing quality modern European cuisine, all food being fresh from the market and oven cooked to order, including a daily specials board. The Ash provides regular entertainment with regular cabaret nights including the legendary Chas and Dave and Showaddywaddy.

The Ash also provides en-suite accommodation in a restored 17th century barn so whether you want a drink whilst watching the acts or are catching the early flight the Ash can meet all your requirements.

 

A warm welcome, a good pint, a hearty plateful to eat, good company and a separate accommodation block housing a range of quality bedrooms.
Conveniently located within 5 minutes of the M11 and just 10 minutes away from Stansted Airport, The Waggon & Horses is the ideal base for business people or those either going to and from the airport.

With its separate dining area, The Waggon & Horses excels in serving quality, value for money, home-cooked food lunchtimes and evenings, as well as a traditional Sunday lunch.

The pub boasts a wide range of traditional ales, including 'real ales', lagers and wines for you to enjoy whilst you relax and unwind. In the Summer months enjoy the "alfresco experience" by drinking and dining in the large beer garden.