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The Compasses Inn

3.5 star property
Inn in Chelmsford with a restaurant and a bar

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Exterior
Exterior
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | WiFi
Interior
The Compasses Inn provides a charming getaway in a tranquil setting. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy breakfast and dinner at the restaurant, or sip drinks at the bar. The property includes convenient self-parking and barbecue grills for those who prefer cooking outdoors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Twin Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Accessibility shower) | WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Accessibility shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Chelmsford is home to The Compasses Inn. Peter Edwards Museum And Library and Great Bardfield Cottage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Copperfield Road Recreation Ground and Savernake Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Chelmsford City Racecourse or Melbourne Stadium. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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The Compasses, Littley Green, Chelmsford, England, CM3 1BU

What's nearby

  • Leez Priory - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Bond Street - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Hylands House and Park - 16 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station - 12 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voujon Indian Cuisine - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Chequers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Angel - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Compasses Inn

Property highlights
At The Compasses Inn, you can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Compasses Inn have amenities such as WiFi.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Compasses Inn Chelmsford
Compasses Chelmsford
The Compasses Inn Inn
The Compasses Inn Chelmsford
The Compasses Inn Inn Chelmsford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Compasses Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Compasses Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Compasses Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Compasses Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Compasses Inn located?

Situated in Chelmsford, this inn is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Leez Priory and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chelmsford City Racecourse and Great Notley Country Park. Tuffnel Mere and Flitch Way Country Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Compasses Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 151 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, the added benefit of being a little gem of a pub with excellent food !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pub was very nice quiet place to sleep clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Had a fantastic stay here. Ate in the garden in the sun. Beautiful classic pub with a fantastic selection of beers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time I’ve stayed here when in the area for work. Lovely place and service! Well placed for the Park and ride into Chelmsford. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was unbelievable, staff friendly and helpful and the price was excellent value for money.x
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a busy country pub with great food and real ales. The accommodation is very clean and comfortable, i will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great little hideaway

Super convenient for the airport Great friendly staff Great food Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic small country pub, excellent Camra award winning beer and cider collection, friendly staff and great room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to stay

Excellent pub with first rate accommodation

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stop over

Amazing staff Great food Clean rooms Underfloor heating No hassle
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean with a mix of modern and traditional facilities. Nicely renovated bathroom. The staff in the pub were very friendly and the food was excellent. A great choice of local beers and the food was delicious. Love the large beer garden.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alan

Great place to stay great staff great everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Declan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub with fantastic food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best I have been too.

Lovely country pub, will be coming here again. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely weekend break staying at this delightful b&b
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect short stay.

Absolutely fantastic place, friendly service, some of the best beers I’ve ever had and good pub food. The accommodation was immaculate, clean and good quality. I wouldn’t hesitate to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The compasses inn is a hidden gem. It is far from any main roads and has been voted one of the best pubs for many years. Dining is uncoventional in that you have to choos from many options from a blackboard (rather quaint). The staff are extremely freindly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, good accomodation and food. Definitely stay again. Special mention to Paul for great breakfast and chat!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mr C J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Friendly well priced wholesome food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

D A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Country Pub with a local feel

Business Trip - Country Pub with a local feel - Great Food and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Last minute booking that turned out good

Lovely pub and accomodation near stansted but very peaceful. Good food and quality ales.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Authentic, rural pub. Was very busy the eveningbwe stayed but the staff were very fruendly & efficient. Dinner was great, pub food extremely well cooked & delicious! We also enjoyed an excellent breakfast, cooked & served by a friendly & super efficient member of staff. A great pit-stop for us. Thank you to all at The Compasses!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful spot

My first time at the Compasses Inn and most definitely not my last. A wonderful country pub with an excellent vibe about the place, great food and a high standard room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pub’s location is in a lovely rural location. Our room, ‘Old Bob’, with ensuite, was lovely, big and very clean. The room was very quiet and the bed and pillows were comfortable for a good nights sleep. We enjoyed our breakfast and we’d definitely stay again if the opportunity arose.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem

Overnight stop on way to Norfolk. A hidden gem, thorougjy enjoyed our stay. Beautiful room, lovely food and friendly helpful staff. Lovely litter country pub. Will definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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