Events & functions

What's your occasion?

The Anchor always enjoys a good celebration, and makes the most of special occasions throughout the year, as well as hosting regular events such as quiz nights.

But this is a place for your own special events too - with the pub providing one of the best function venues near Colchester for private parties.

Suitable for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, Christmas parties, business functions... in fact, just about any event you need to host, there’s a wealth of private-hire options here including a private dining room, exclusive hire of the restaurant or use of the riverside terrace in summer.

From lunches and sit-down dinners to buffets & barbecues, we can cater for your food needs, with friendly, efficient and unobtrusive service ensuring your event runs smoothly and without fuss.

Entertainment

The pub is a lively hub for the community hosting live music nights and local charity events that bring people together in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Honouring its rich nautical heritage, The Anchor is one of the hosts for the annual Sea Shanty Festival, where traditional maritime songs echo through the air, celebrating the seafaring history that has shaped the village and surrounding coastal community.