The Compasses Inn

Inn
9.4
/10
Exceptional
141 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Michael

10.0
/ 10
I’ve stayed here several times now when in Chelmsford for work. Lovely place, nice staff, rooms are fab and reasonably priced. A short drive to a park and ride into Chelmsford so perfect for me! Will definitely stay again and recommend!

jean

10.0
/ 10
Lovely property, the added benefit of being a little gem of a pub with excellent food !

Michael

10.0
/ 10
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!
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The Compasses, Littley Green, Chelmsford District, Great Waltham, Essex, England, CM3 1BU

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General


Near Leez Priory

Location


Located in Chelmsford, The Compasses Inn is a 2-minute drive from Leez Priory and 6 minutes from Chelmsford City Racecourse. This inn is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Great Notley Country Park and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Tuffnel Mere.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Leez Priory - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Chelmsford City Racecourse - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Great Notley Country Park - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Tuffnel Mere - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Flitch Way Country Park - 8 km / 5 mi
Copperfield Road Recreation Ground - 10 km / 6.2 mi
North Melbourne Library - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi
Melbourne Stadium - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Melbourne Park - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
Braintree Public Gardens - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Palace of Beaulieu - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Crazy Dog Field - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
Good Easter Village Hall - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Riverside Leisure Centre - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Bond Street - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
Stansted Airport (STN) - 21.3 km / 13.2 mi
London (SEN-Southend) - 46.7 km / 29 mi
London City Airport (LCY) - 71.2 km / 44.2 mi
Cambridge (CBG) - 71.1 km / 44.2 mi

Facilities


Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.

Business Facilities


Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining


At The Compasses Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms.

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Things to Do

  • Barbecue
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

General

  • Parking

Accessibilty

  • Accessible path of travel

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Compasses Inn

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 22:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

Pets

Service Animals Allowed

Additional Policy

Professional property host/manager, LGBTQIA+ friendly, No elevators

General Information

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WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 22:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at The Compasses Inn
5
Another facilities in The Compasses Inn
Barbecue, Picnic area, Garden, LAN Internet, Free WiFi

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What are available facilities at The Compasses Inn?
There are top facilites at The Compasses Inn such as WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Compasses Inn?
The standard check-in time at The Compasses Inn is starting from 14:00 - 22:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does The Compasses Inn provide breakfast?
Yes, The Compasses Inn provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of The Compasses Inn
The Compasses Inn has a 3.5-star rating.
How many rooms are available at The Compasses Inn
The Compasses Inn has 5.
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9.4
Exceptional
From 141 reviews
Cleanliness

9.6

Room Comfort

9.6

Location

10.0

Service and Facilites

9.6

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Mario
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Clean tidy.
Daniel
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Excellent hotel, lovely pub.
Richard
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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Staff were
Michael
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

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I’ve stayed here several times now when in Chelmsford for work. Lovely place, nice staff, rooms are fab and reasonably priced. A short drive to a park and ride into Chelmsford so perfect for me! Will definitely stay again and recommend!
David
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

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The pub was very nice quiet place to sleep clean
jean
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

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Lovely property, the added benefit of being a little gem of a pub with excellent food !
Michael
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

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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!
Kevin
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

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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.
Oliver
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

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Had a fantastic stay here. Ate in the garden in the sun. Beautiful classic pub with a fantastic selection of beers.
Stephen
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Business and Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 54 week(s) ago

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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
Michael Sandiford-Turnock
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

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Really lovely place. Lovely room and bathroom, spotlessly clean, nice friendly team. Nice breakfast. Will definitely stay again
Susan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 57 week(s) ago

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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!
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Ross
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 58 week(s) ago

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Absolutely fantastic small country pub, excellent Camra award winning beer and cider collection, friendly staff and great room.
Alan
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Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

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Due to travel issues I arrived very late but the venue could not have been more accommodating
Matthew
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

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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.
Alysha
10.0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

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The food was unbelievable, staff friendly and helpful and the price was excellent value for money.x
Alan
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 63 week(s) ago

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Great place to stay great staff great everything
Paula
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 67 week(s) ago

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Beautiful rooms, lovely bed and bedding, lovely and quiet in delightful countryside 😊 the pub is great with lovely beer and superb food. Great stay for business in Chelmsford
Alan
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

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Amazing staff Great food Clean rooms Underfloor heating No hassle
ricky
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

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Brilliant, peaceful and amazing food.
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9.4
Exceptional
From 141 reviews
Cleanliness

9.6

Room Comfort

9.6

Location

10.0

Service and Facilites

9.6

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Traveler Reviews The Compasses Inn

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Mario
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

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Clean tidy.
Daniel
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Excellent hotel, lovely pub.
Richard
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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Staff were
Michael
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I’ve stayed here several times now when in Chelmsford for work. Lovely place, nice staff, rooms are fab and reasonably priced. A short drive to a park and ride into Chelmsford so perfect for me! Will definitely stay again and recommend!
David
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The pub was very nice quiet place to sleep clean
jean
10.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely property, the added benefit of being a little gem of a pub with excellent food !
Michael
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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!
Kevin
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Oliver
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Had a fantastic stay here. Ate in the garden in the sun. Beautiful classic pub with a fantastic selection of beers.
Stephen
icon-Business and Leisure with Partner
Business and Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 54 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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
Michael Sandiford-Turnock
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really lovely place. Lovely room and bathroom, spotlessly clean, nice friendly team. Nice breakfast. Will definitely stay again
Susan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 57 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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!
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Ross
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 58 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Absolutely fantastic small country pub, excellent Camra award winning beer and cider collection, friendly staff and great room.
Alan
icon-Business
Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Due to travel issues I arrived very late but the venue could not have been more accommodating
Matthew
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Alysha
10.0
/10
Reviewed 61 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The food was unbelievable, staff friendly and helpful and the price was excellent value for money.x
Alan
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 63 week(s) ago

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Great place to stay great staff great everything
Paula
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 67 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Beautiful rooms, lovely bed and bedding, lovely and quiet in delightful countryside 😊 the pub is great with lovely beer and superb food. Great stay for business in Chelmsford
Alan
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Amazing staff Great food Clean rooms Underfloor heating No hassle
ricky
icon-Business
Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

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Brilliant, peaceful and amazing food.
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