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The Maybush

Traditional Miles 1.6Farm Road, Great Oakley, Nr. Harwich, CO12 5AL

On a busy Monday evening, it was a pleasure to visit The Maybush, a charming, warmly lit, country pub complete with lovely oak beams. On arrival, we were cheerfully welcomed by the enthusiastic chef and obliging landlord, who pride themselves on offering homemade food, made with the best locally sourced...

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The Royal Oak Inn

Traditional Miles 2.7226 Main Road, Dovercourt, Harwich, CO12 3PL

In a quiet residential area, in a small seaside town in Essex, sits The Royal Oak Inn. There's no missing it on the main street, with its classic English pub exterior and modest car park. Inside, the tables are decorated with fresh flowers and music plays softly in the background,...

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Hotel Continental

Vegetarian Miles 2.828-29 Marine Parade, Dovercourt, Harwich, CO12 3RG

Harwich may not be known as the place to go for vegetarian cuisine, but thanks to Hotel Continental it soon could be. The restaurant within the hotel offers a feast of homemade veggie and vegan delights, as well as meat and fish dishes. Situated on the seafront, the hotel's yellow facade...

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The Crown Post Restaurant

Traditional Miles 3.557 Church Street, Old Harwich, CO12 3DS

Buildings don’t come with much more history than this one. This wonderful 600- year-old listed building, which has been a magistrates office, tobacconists and barbers, is now a unique place to dine in Harwich’s medieval old town. The Crown Post takes its name from the ‘crown post’ supports that hold...

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The Pier

Fine Dining Miles 3.5The Quay, Harwich, CO12 3HH

The Pier is located in the heart of Harwich old town in an enviable position overlooking the picturesque harbour and Ha’penny Pier. This well-established hotel celebrated its 35th anniversary in 2013 and has been awarded four AA stars and two rosettes for cooking. The Harbourside, a fine-dining restaurant on the first...

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The Ship

Modern British Miles 3.5Kings Quay Street, Harwich, CO12 3HB

The Ship is an intimate restaurant by Harwich Harbour, offering a superb dining experience. The restaurant doubles as a gallery (open all day on Mondays) and its ivorycoloured decor and bold paintings create an imaginative dining space. The delectable food is fresh, locally sourced and creative, and you can watch...

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The Cherry Tree Inn

Traditional Miles 5.2Crow Lane, Tendring, Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 9AP

The list of The Cherry Tree Inn’s endearing qualities is long indeed – a distinctive red-brick exterior, CAMRA accreditation, seasonal dishes and a spacious garden are all present and correct. Housed in a 320-year-old building just a stone’s throw from many popular destinations, including Colchester and Frinton-on-Sea, The Cherry Tree...

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The Fat Goose

Modern British Miles 5.2Heath Road, Tendring, CO16 0BX

The family-owned Fat Goose is located just off the A120, midway between Colchester, Harwich and the coastal towns of Clacton and Frinton-on-Sea. This rural, farmhouse-style restaurant, set in beautiful Tendring countryside, is light and spacious, and boasts a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and a relaxing, unpretentious atmosphere. Enjoy eating outside...

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The Pearl of Samui

Thai Miles 5.511 Old Pier Street, Walton-on-the-Naze, CO14 8AW

At The Pearl of Samui you’ll be welcomed by Thai husband-and-wife team Bodin and Pat, who took over the running of the restaurant just two years ago. Having previously spent 16 years in the kitchens of five-star hotels, Bodin creates high-quality dishes that reflect his expertise. All food is cooked...

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The Black Boy

Traditional Miles 6Thorpe Road, Weeley, Nr. Clacton-on-Sea, CO16 9JJ

The Black Boy at Weeley, near Clacton-on-Sea, is an attractive inn brimming with olde-worlde charm. The quaint pub, conveniently situated on the main road, offers ample parking and two good-sized restaurants with room for 60 guests. When we arrived, we were greeted by the pleasant staff, who were helpful and...

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