The Compasses Hotel - Chelmsford

Award-winning Victorian pub in the Essex countryside

Amenities & Accessibility

The Compasses provides free on-site parking and accommodations designed for guests with mobility needs, including a double or twin room with lowered bathroom sink, raised toilet, grab rails, and wheelchair access. The hotel has CCTV, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms for safety. Outdoor spaces include a garden with outdoor furniture, a sun terrace, and a sheltered smoking area, plus accessible parking and pet bowls for animal companions.

Rooms & Accommodations

Each individually styled room at the Compasses Inn features an en suite bathroom, underfloor heating in superior rooms, and flat-screen TVs. The superior double or twin rooms include complimentary toiletries and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms are located in a purpose-built annex with quiet, spacious layouts and quality linens.

Dining & Local Ales

The restaurant at Compasses Littley Green serves home-cooked meals using fresh local produce, with a menu including the popular Huffer filled sandwich. Essex CAMRA Cider Pub Of The Year winner, the hotel offers a variety of local real ales and craft beers on tap, plus a wine and champagne selection. A continental and cooked breakfast is available for a surcharge, with options like muesli, yogurt, and fresh fruit; special diet menus and kids' meals are also offered.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Compasses Chelmsford sits in the quiet hamlet of Littley Green, surrounded by countryside with walking and cycling routes directly accessible. Benton Hall Golf and Country Club and Leez Priory Wedding Venue are within a 5-minute drive, and Chelmsford City Racecourse is nearby. Stansted Airport is 14 miles away, and Chelmsford city center is 17 minutes by car, making the inn a convenient base for exploring rural Essex.

Entertainment & Community Events

The hotel hosts regular events including Hopstock Sundays and welcomes cycling groups through its owner, an avid cyclist. Darts equipment and board games are available in the bar, and live music performances occur periodically. The Compasses emphasizes community involvement and supports local breweries, offering a relaxed atmosphere with a log fire and a busy pub vibe.

• Awards: Essex CAMRA Cider Pub Of The Year & Chelmsford CAMRA Pub Of The Year Highly Commended
• Dining: Huffer sandwiches and home-cooked meals with local ingredients
• Pets: Pet-friendly rooms with pet bowls and outdoor spaces
• Accessibility: Disability access room with grab rails, lowered sink, and raised toilet
• Entertainment: Darts, board games, live music, and Hopstock Sundays
• Location: 5 minutes from Leez Priory, 17 minutes to Chelmsford