Large pub with long single bar. Many varied and comfortable seating areas. Small smoking area. Extensive and reasonably priced menu. Live music on Thursday evening and DJ from 10pm. DJ also on Friday and Saturday. In Colchester and NE Essex 2012 Pubs Guide. As a result of an agreement between CAMRA and Greene King, organised by CAMRA's membership team, this managed pub is one of over 500 pubs where Greene King have agreed to offer a discount to members with the offer of 10% off real ales