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The Chequers Matching Green

Restaurant, Bar & Terrace | 01279 731 276 | enquiries@thechequersmatchinggreen.co.uk

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If you can’t find a preferred time or a table large enough for your party, please contact us on 01279 731 276.

Please note, The Chequers will be closed to public from 7pm on Friday, 31st October for our annual Fancy Dress Halloween Spooktacular Party. Customers wishing to visit us would need to purchase a ticket (Β£39 per person) online or at the door on the night.

>> Rat Pack and Michael BublΓ© Dinner & Dance Β£65pp with Tom Huttlestone – Friday, 7 November <<

>> Live Music with Tom Huttlestone – Saturday, 15 November 6.30pm – 8.30pm <<

>> Live Music with Dolly Harrington – Thursday, 27 November 6.30pm – 8.30pm <<

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Additional Information
– Garden Benches

The Garden is open during summer months (subject to weather conditions). Garden bench seating is available to book online. Additional seating is available at the front of The Chequers (available on first come, first serve basis) – View Bench Menu

– Celebration cakes and decorations

You’re more then welcome to bring your own cake or decorations. There is no charge for this service. Celebration cakes will be served after desserts. Balloons are allowed however we do not allow for table confetti, party poppers or banners.

– Dress Code

We have a smart dress code at The Chequers in the evenings. No flip flops, no sportswear, no baseball cups.

– Children Policy

Please note, The Chequers operates no children under 12 years old (including babies) policy after 6pm on Friday and Saturday. Children of all ages are welcome at any other time.

– Are dogs allowed?

Yes, dogs are allowed in the bar area or benches at the front of The Chequers. Please note, dogs are not allowed in the restaurant or on the terrace. Please, call the restaurant to confirm table availability in the bar.

– Smoking

It is against the law to smoke in these premises. Out of respect to other customers, smoking is also not permitted on our terraces and garden benches. This also applies to e-cigarettes. A designated smoking area is available.

– Deposits

A deposit of Β£10 per person will be required for tables of 6 or more people to secure the reservation and will be charged at the time of booking. The deposit amount comes off your final bill. All deposit payments are non-refundable in the event of a cancellation or a no-show.

– Cash and Card Payments 

We accept cash, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Google Pay, Apple Pay and contactless. Sorry, we don’t accept cheques.

– Parking

We have a car park for up to 30 cars. There is no charge for parking. Additional parking is available off-road.

– Wheelchair Access 

Our front entrance, the bar, disabled bathroom and dining room are all on one level. Although the terrace and some parts of the garden are difficult to navigate, please do call ahead so we can make your visit as hassle free as possible.

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#essex #autnum #photooftheday #matchinggreen #thechequersmg
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