Going out doesn't always have to cost a pretty penny, or so these places with deals, discounts and offers prove. From laid-back boozers to pocket-friendly cocktail bars, affordable drinking dens aren't far away in our county. Read on and uncover the best Essex happy hours, including BOGOF and more.
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Head to Slug and Lettuce for a Chelmsford, Colchester, South End or Romford happy hour, as the bars are dishing out two cocktails for the price of one at all times. From blue Under The Sea concoctions to cherry bakewell martini serves and more, this menu has plenty of crowd-pleasing mixes.
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The Be At One Chelmsford happy hour sees you grabbing your affordable cocktails on a stunning rooftop space. From foliage to bright teal accents, this cool decor comes perfectly paired with 2 for 1 concoctions between 4.30 and 8pm on weekdays or 2 'til 7pm come weekends.
Original Plough's cocktails are 2 for £11 between Sunday and Thursday, meaning you can get your hands on the classics, such as zombies, pornstar martinis and Long Island iced teas, at a knock-down price. What a bargain.
A staple in the area, Golden Fleece Chelmsford is a fantastic choice when you want to go out drinking without breaking the bank. There's 2 for 1 cocktails across the whole week, with brekkies, pizza, tacos and more to line your stomach.
Whipping up two cocktails for £10 all day from Sunday to Thursday, The Bull Romford is a classic boozer worth visiting for a cheap drink. Not only that, but this friendly, traditional spot has cask ales and pub grub, with screens for live sports too.
Happy hour in Essex doesn't get much better than The Centurion Colchester, where BOGOF cocktails are available all day throughout the week, alongside 2 shots for £6. And when you're not slurping discounted drinks? Get your lips around halloumi skewers, chicken wings and more while catching live sport.
From 4pm 'til 7pm, Wednesday to Friday, Church Street Tavern offers up a whole host of cocktails for just £5.50. Whether you choose your own flavour sour or sup a martini and a Tom Collins, this place has you covered for discounted drinks.
