Welcome to The Black Bull

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You’ll be able to use your Game Day Pass discount at the start of the Premier League 26/27 season.

A traditional family-friendly pub

Located just outside Chelmsford city centre, The Black Bull is a welcoming community pub set opposite Admirals Park, the perfect spot to relax after a walk or day out in the local area.

Step inside and you’ll find a friendly, laid-back atmosphere with plenty of space to unwind, enjoy great company, and feel right at home. Our menu is packed with delicious pub classics and favourites, alongside a great range of drinks to suit every occasion.

Whether you’re catching the latest live sport on screen, challenging friends to a game of pool or darts, or simply settling in with friends, there’s always something going on. On sunnier days, our spacious beer garden is the place to be, ideal for relaxed drinks and socialising.

Made for the locals and with plenty of space for gatherings and celebrations, The Black Bull is your go-to spot in Chelmsford for great sport, good times, and even better company.

GARDEN OASIS

Our spacious beer garden at The Black Bull is the perfect place to relax and unwind. With plenty of seating and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere, it’s ideal for everything from casual drinks to sunny afternoons with family and friends. There’s plenty to keep everyone entertained too, with outdoor games and a children’s play area making it a great spot for all ages. And as a dog-friendly pub, your four-legged friends are always welcome to join you.

Whether you’re stopping by after a walk in Admirals Park or meeting friends for a catch-up, our beer garden is made for easy-going moments in the fresh air.

Seriously good pub food

There’s nothing quite like the great British pub when it comes to food, and that’s what we’re all about. A place where proper pub classics meet indulgent flavours, and irresistible bar snacks pair perfectly with our drinks.

With traditional family favourites, small plates to keep the little ones happy and generous sharers to enjoy between friends, our menus are bursting with flavour and promises to satisfy any craving.

Find your new favourite pour

Our bar is bursting with all your favourite drinks. From world lagers and tasty spirits to wines, cocktails, and everything in between… yep, even Buzzballs!

Swing by for a speedy cocktail with your bestie, a chilled-out pint at the bar, or go big for celebrations and game days. Whatever you’re craving, we’ve got something that’ll make your tastebuds do a little happy dance every time.

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FIND US

You’ll find The Black Bull on Rainsford Road in Chelmsford, just a mile from the city centre and perfectly positioned opposite Admirals Park.

Whether you’re stopping by after a walk in the park, heading over from town, or meeting friends locally, we’re easy to reach and always ready with a warm welcome. With nearby parking and great transport links, it’s your ideal local for a relaxed drink, a bite to eat, or a catch-up with friends.

Find our more

We know eating out with the family can soon add up so we have some amazing family friendly food deals here at The Black Bull Chelmsford for you to enjoy. Pop in for lunch and you can grab lunch and a drink from just £10.49. Joining us later? From 5pm Monday – Friday, you can get 2 of our Pub Classics for only £14.49, so that’s dinner for two for less than £15! Bringing the little ones? Keep an eye out for our Kids Eat for £1 offer too. And if you fancy a burger and a drink, we’ve got a deal for that as well. We’re a family-run pub, so we know how important it is to be able to go out, enjoy some good food and not have to worry about it costing a small fortune. So whether it’s lunch with a friend, tea with the kids or you just don’t fancy cooking tonight, come and see us at The Black Bull. Good food, a friendly welcome and some genuinely great deals #BlackBullChelmsford #chelmsford #BeerGardenVibes #letsdolunch #eatingoutwithkids

Looking for something free to do with the kids over the six week holidays? Then come along to the first of two Kids Raves at The Black Bull Chelmsford, starting this Friday. We’ve got two fantastic afternoons of FREE family fun coming to The Black Bull this August! Hosted by RicknRoll Magics, expect music, dancing, magic and plenty of entertainment for the kids. Friday 14th August – K-Pop & Guests K-Pop Takeover with Rumi & Saja Demon, plus Bluey & Spiderman. Wednesday 26th August – Blippi & Disney Blippi goes Disney, with Rapunzel & Stitch joining the fun. 1pm–4pm on both dates FREE ENTRY – no tickets needed! Face painting will also be available on the side for a fee. Bring the little ones along for an afternoon of music, dancing and entertainment while you relax and enjoy the day. The Black Bull 244 Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2PN Two dates = twice the fun! Tag your friends, round up the kids and come and join us this August. #BlackBullChelmsford #KidsRave #ChelmsfordKids #ChelmsfordEvents #FamilyFun #SummerHolidays

Don’t forget, making use of the huge 200 inch screen we put up in our beer garden for the World Cup, we will be showing Mamma Mia from 9pm. Call some friends, take advantage of our 2 cocktails for £10 deal and sing your hearts out! All free so just come along and enjoy the movie. Food served until 9pm. Summer Weekend Movie Nights at The Black Bull Chelmsford - Mamma Mia #BlackBullChelmsford #chelmsford #summerfilmnights #summer2026 #supportyourlocalpub

Can anyone get a team together by tomorrow morning? Still one space left to fill for the YounglivesvsCancer Football Fundraiser tournament taking place over at Chelmer Park. If you’re not playing it’s still worth a trip over to cheer on the teams and help raise money for this great cause. #BlackBullChelmsford #chelmsford #YoungLivesvsCancer #footballtournament #supportlocal #BlackBullChelmsford

When the boss says you can have a holiday 😎 this is what she really means!!! Who needs a holiday when you can come down the black bull its where the summers at. #hospitality #blackbullchelmsford #summer

Don’t melt in the kitchen when you can enjoy Two Pub Classics from only £14.49 served Monday - Friday from 5pm at The Black Bull Chelmsford. #BlackBullChelmsford #chelmsford #pubclassics #eatingout #summer2026

*** Coming Soon *** Think you’ve got what it takes to be a quiz champion? Join us every Thursday at 8PM for the ultimate live-hosted pub quiz, streamed to venues nationwide across our screens where you take part using your phone. Play solo or with your team, test your trivia skills, and compete for cash jackpots and spot prizes, no matter how well you score, everyone has a chance to win! Grab a drink, grab your mates, and get ready for a quiz night like no other. Keep an eye on our socials for updates. #BlackBullChelmsford #chelmsford #GreatBritishPubQuiz #quiznight #supportyourlocalpub

Have you used our new jukebox system??? Download the Innfinite app and ask at the bar or look for the information on some of our tvs to connect to the app and play your own music throughout our speakers. What song will you be playing first?? #BlackBullChelmsford #hospitality #jukebox

Don't forget every Tuesday is our FREE Soft, Sensory & Messy Play at The Black Bull Chelmsford | Every Tuesday at The Black Bull Chelmsford from 12 - 3pm. These free drop in sessions are a great way to meet new mums, dads and carers while the little ones explore our soft play setup. You can also take advantage of our great meal deals. * Lunch Club - Served 12 - 5pm Monday to Saturday lunch and any selected draught lager, cider & ale or any house wine or soft drink from only £10.49. * Two Pub Classics - Served Monday to Friday from 5pm, enjoy two of your favourite pub classics for only £14.49. * Kids eat for £1* - Monday to Thursday when purchased with a full price meal. Take advantage of this fine weather and carry the fun into our beer garden where we have a large outdoor play area, and games to keep everyone entertained. *can not be used in conjunction with any other offer. #BlackBullChelmsford #chelmsford #softplayfun #letsdolunch #Summer2026

Pub fun fact You probably didn’t know that over a decade ago we had monkeys where they now stand, today it’s now used for live music bands and a great spot to have a pint with friends. #hospitality #blackbullchelmsford #livemusic #monkey

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