Guidebook for Great Bentley
Parks & Nature
Brightlingsea is a local hidden gem, this is a beautiful coastal walk along the prom, past Bateman's Tower and along the sea wall. Great café near Bateman's Tower which is fab for breakfast, brunch or an ice-cream.
Brightlingsea Sailing Club
WatersideBrightlingsea is a local hidden gem, this is a beautiful coastal walk along the prom, past Bateman's Tower and along the sea wall. Great café near Bateman's Tower which is fab for breakfast, brunch or an ice-cream.
There is a fantastic path following the edge of this reservoir which can be great for a bike ride or a very long walk! Bikes can be hired out in the summer, and there is plenty of wildlife to keep a look out for.
19 locals recommend
Alton Water
There is a fantastic path following the edge of this reservoir which can be great for a bike ride or a very long walk! Bikes can be hired out in the summer, and there is plenty of wildlife to keep a look out for.
Food Scene
The Black Buoy is a local pub, fantastic for drink and food. Dog friendly, this place tends to be heaving with people, so I would advise to prebook to ensure a meal! Lovely outside patio area which is gorgeous in the summer!
10 locals recommend
The Black Buoy
Black Buoy HillThe Black Buoy is a local pub, fantastic for drink and food. Dog friendly, this place tends to be heaving with people, so I would advise to prebook to ensure a meal! Lovely outside patio area which is gorgeous in the summer!
A fantastic place to eat, particularly for its fresh fish. It also runs 'The Mistley Kitchen' next door which hosts cooking courses.
13 locals recommend
The Mistley Thorn Hotel
High StreetA fantastic place to eat, particularly for its fresh fish. It also runs 'The Mistley Kitchen' next door which hosts cooking courses.
One of the best Indian restaurants around, they also do takeaway - only catch is that they don't deliver!
The Blue Sari
One of the best Indian restaurants around, they also do takeaway - only catch is that they don't deliver!
Modern Restaurant serving some great food, they put on some great events, from tribute nights, to freaky halloween evenings- you name it! Not budget friendly, but definitely a treat.
6 locals recommend
Restaurant 43
Modern Restaurant serving some great food, they put on some great events, from tribute nights, to freaky halloween evenings- you name it! Not budget friendly, but definitely a treat.
Another fantastic place to eat out, The Crown is renowned for its food. Quite far into the countryside, the views are amazing as it's located pretty much in the Dedham Vale.
57 locals recommend
The Crown
Park StreetAnother fantastic place to eat out, The Crown is renowned for its food. Quite far into the countryside, the views are amazing as it's located pretty much in the Dedham Vale.
Small, cosy establishment with fantastic food and a great atmosphere.
9 locals recommend
North Hill Noodle Bar
2 North HillSmall, cosy establishment with fantastic food and a great atmosphere.
Great Pub with fantastic food. Great outside table area overlooking views of the Stour
16 locals recommend
Butt and Oyster Pin Mill
Pinmill RoadGreat Pub with fantastic food. Great outside table area overlooking views of the Stour
Entertainment & Activities
A beautiful walk along the river stour, as well as a chance to hire out some rowing boats, and have a laugh on the river itself. The Boathouse restaurant is also great for a coffee stop as well as an ice-cream in the summer!
22 locals recommend
The Boathouse
Mill LaneA beautiful walk along the river stour, as well as a chance to hire out some rowing boats, and have a laugh on the river itself. The Boathouse restaurant is also great for a coffee stop as well as an ice-cream in the summer!
Drinks & Nightlife
Great place for a drink with friends, fantastic outdoors area out the back with plenty of seating.
Twisters Bar Colchester
45 North HillGreat place for a drink with friends, fantastic outdoors area out the back with plenty of seating.
Arts & Culture
A Norman Castle hosts an array of information in the form of a museum. They always have events going on, great for interactive activities for children.
80 locals recommend
The Castle Museum
Castle ParkA Norman Castle hosts an array of information in the form of a museum. They always have events going on, great for interactive activities for children.
A fantastic gallery always hosting some interesting artworks. Friendly people with a great little café.
6 locals recommend
The Minories Galleries
74 Trinity SquareA fantastic gallery always hosting some interesting artworks. Friendly people with a great little café.
A modern venue, always hosting a multitude of events, including a variation of exhibiting artists.
35 locals recommend
Firstsite
A modern venue, always hosting a multitude of events, including a variation of exhibiting artists.
The school itself was once based in Greenwich before moving to Holbrook, hence why the buildings are effectively a replica of those that can be seen up in London. The grounds are never ending, and there is a small museum on the grounds based on its history. It's maritime heritage means that there are traditional parades preformed by the students which are fantastic.
Royal Hospital School
The school itself was once based in Greenwich before moving to Holbrook, hence why the buildings are effectively a replica of those that can be seen up in London. The grounds are never ending, and there is a small museum on the grounds based on its history. It's maritime heritage means that there are traditional parades preformed by the students which are fantastic.
Essentials
Tesco Superstore
Greenstead RoadLocal large Tescos.