A Table Full Of Good Things

Christmas
From Christmas Day lunch to festive dining, we’ve got everything you need to make the season your own. Slow down and settle in.

See You At The Bar
Expect well-kept cask ales, familiar favourites on draught and something cold ready when you are. Beyond the pumps, there’s a good choice of wines, spirits, soft drinks and alcohol-free options – plenty for another round.


Out In The Garden
Book an outdoor table or simply drop in. Whether it’s for casual drinks or something to eat, there’ll be a spot waiting for you on our garden terrace.

Monday & Tuesday: 10.30am – 10pm
Wednesday to Saturday: 10.30am – 11pm
Sunday: 11am – 9pm
(Subject to change)
Coming Up
Anchor Sessions - Connor Selby & Thomas Heppell

Anchor Sessions - Connor Selby & Thomas Heppell
Join us for a special evening as BiGiAM brings two of the UK's most exciting blues artists to The Anchor Sessions. Connor Selby and Thomas Heppell will each perform intimate acoustic sets before coming together for a unique collaboration in the upstairs room. Connor Selby is a multi award-winning blues artist whose debut album was named MOJO's Blues Album of the Year. Rising star Thomas Heppell recently won the Introducing Stage at the 2025 Blackpool Blues Festival and is quickly making his mark on the UK blues scene. Make an evening of it and reserve a table for dinner before the show, then head upstairs for a memorable night at The Anchor Sessions.
Anchor Sip & Paint Sessions

Anchor Sip & Paint Sessions
Join us at The Anchor for a Paint & Sip evening with The Funky Easel. Grab a drink, pick up a paintbrush and enjoy a couple of hours creating your own canvas, with step-by-step guidance along the way. No experience needed - just come along, have a go and enjoy doing something a little different. Upcoming dates: 8th September, 17th November & 8th December.
Proms At The Anchor

Proms At The Anchor
Join us for an evening of live music with the City of Colchester Band, a 28-piece brass band performing traditional Proms favourites and well-known singalong classics on our terrace. Reserve a table for dinner before the performance or enjoy food from our garden barbecue. With thanks to GreyFriars Colchester, proud sponsors of the City of Colchester Band.





