The Pheasant - Braintree

We have just spent 3 very enjoyable nights at The Pheasant in Gestingthorpe. We had a warm welcome, taken to our very nice spacious room. Very nice furnishings, huge bed and a fridge that was actually cold. We ate in the bar each evening and we couldn’t fault the food. Breakfast was particularly scrummy and no extra charge for smoked salmon! Obviously it’s a small pub so only met 3 members of staff but all were friendly, efficient and very helpful. A good place to base ourselves exploring Essex and seeing relatives.

Beautiful and comfortable rooms with a fantastic view. Had a lovely Steak and Ale Pie followed by an amazing Apple Crumble with Custard. Who could ask for more!!! Lovely host and the pair of young bar staff couldn’t have done more for me. This was a return visit and it will now be my regular place to stay whenever I’m in the area

Met up with old friends for dinner last night and it was fabulous!! A beautiful setting, great atmosphere, the two staff that served us were polite, attentive and made us most welcome. My Sea Bass was perfectly cooked, the Tiger Prawns (for just £7.50! were a good size and perfectly battered! All finished with with a fantastic Rhubarb Crumble. One of my friends had the burger and said it was the best he 'd had in a long time We 've all just finished breakfast, and agree the rooms are stunning, with a view to die for. Breakfast was excellent, bacon and sausages from local butcher were the best! so we 've all booked to come back in 3 months Thank you to the staff for a great stay

Food was microwaved we could see in the kitchen), staff were missing most of the time, dated decor, poor range of drinks. if it wasnt for the lovely views i dont think even the rats would come to this place. truely terrible, stay away. funny smell too

Really poor Food was cold and tasteless. Staff were on their phones all night. Funny smell coming from the bar area. Very disappointing