What’s On
Discover the exciting events happening at The Chequers Matching Green. There’s always something going on, from our annual Festive Party Nights and the elegant New Year’s Eve Black Tie Event to our lively Music Evenings and sophisticated Wine Tasting Events. Stay updated and make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun and festivities we have to offer.
Festive Lunch & Dinner
Menus
From £25
Join us for a weekday lunch and savour our fantastic menu featuring seasonal dishes crafted by our chefs. Our mid-week lunch menu offers great value and is ideal for a relaxing afternoon in the Essex countryside. With multiple choices for each course, including vegetarian options, there’s something to satisfy every taste and appetite! Available Wednesday to Friday from 12.30pm until 4pm.
Gift
Vouchers
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Festive Season
2024
December 2024
Celebrate this Festive Season in style!
We love Christmas here at The Chequers. We pride ourselves on a great festive atmosphere and presenting traditional Christmas food with a touch of flair. Book now and share the festive season with us. This year we are offering a range of ways to celebrate the festive season.
New Year’s Eve
Tuesday, 31 December 2024
Our popular Black Tie New Year’s Eve dinner is back and this year with DJ Connie and is always a great way to usher in the new year. Always a great atmosphere and excellent food. Enjoy a glass of Prosecco on arrival, followed by a three course dinner before moving onto a selection of great party music, perfect for dancing the night away. It will definitely be a night to remember!
Saturday
Breakfast
Every Saturday from 21st January 2025
Rise and Shine! Weekly Breakfast Starting 21 January 2025
Join us every Saturday morning from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a delightful breakfast experience that will kickstart your day the right way. Whether you’re craving something hearty, light, or simply indulgent, we’ve got something for everyone.
Menu highlights: Full English Breakfast – A classic combination to satisfy your morning appetite. Granola with Yogurt – A refreshing and wholesome choice. Pastries and Preserves – Perfectly flaky pastries paired with rich, fruity preserves. Fresh Orange Juice – Start your day with a burst of citrus freshness. Coffee and Tea – Brewed to perfection, just the way you like it.
Valentine’s Day
Friday, 14 February 2025
Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day at The Chequers, the perfect setting for a romantic evening. Our Head Chef and his team are preparing a delicious Valentine’s Day dinner menu. All dishes are individually priced, so the choice is yours.
Additional Information: A deposit of £10pp will be required to secure your booking. Please note, the deposit is non-refundable in the case of a Cancellation or a No-Show.
Mother’s Day
Sunday, 30 March 2025
Treat your mum to a lovely relaxing lunch at The Chequers Mother’s Day. We are sure you’ll have a great day. Enjoy our delicious 3-course set menu priced at £ per person or £ and £ for children under the age of 10. Tables are available to book at following times: 12pm, 3.30pm or 6pm.
Additional Information: Adult price – £ per person. Children under 10yo at £pp. Deposit of £10 per person will be required to secure your reservation. Please note, the deposit is non-refundable in the event of a Cancellation or a No-Show.
Easter Bank
Holiday Weekend
18 – 20 April 2025
We are open all weekend including the Bank Holiday Monday. A special Bank Holiday Menu will be available on Sunday and Monday. Our Monday opening times are 12pm until 6pm. Last food orders will be at 3.30pm.
Additional Information: A deposit of £10 per person will be required to secure the booking. Please note, the deposit is non-refundable in the event of a Cancellation or a No-Show.
Early May
Bank Holiday
Weekend
May 2025
We are open all weekend, including the Bank Holiday Monday. Our Monday opening times are 12pm until 6pm (last food orders are at 3.30pm) A special Bank Holiday menu will be available on Sunday and Monday.
Spring
Bank Holiday
Weekend
May 2025
We are open all weekend, including the Bank Holiday Monday. Our Monday opening times are 12pm until 6pm (last food orders are at 3.30pm) A special Bank Holiday menu will be available on Sunday and Monday.
Father’s Day
June 2025
Treat your Dad on his special day and bring the family to enjoy a leisurely, traditional Sunday roast. The three-course set menu is prices at £ per person. Children under the age of 10 – £ per person. Our lovely terraces will be open for al fresco dining. A delicious three-course set menu will be available all day.
Additional Information: A deposit of £10pp will be required to secure your booking. Please note, the deposit is non-refundable in the case of a Cancellation or a No-Show.
Matching Green
Classic & Sports
Car Show
July 2025
Come and feast your eyes on some beautiful motor cars. A fantastic car show set on the Cricket Green, always a very large turn out of classic cars, trucks, bikes, military, commercials, customs, hot-rod and all that goes with it. An enjoyable day out for all the family. The Car Shows starts at 11am and finishes at 4pm.
Table reservation is required if you wish to dine in the restaurant or on the terrace. The a la carte menu and roasts will be available in the restaurant and on the terrace. Bench menu will be available from our Garden Bar at the front of The Chequers.
Bank Holiday
Weekend
August 2025
We are open all weekend, including the Bank Holiday Monday. Our Monday opening times are 12pm until 6pm (last food orders are at 3.30pm) A special Bank Holiday menu will be available on Sunday and Monday.
Luxury
Christmas
Wreath Workshop
Dates TBC
Come and join us with your family and friends and get yourselves in the festive spirit with a welcome glass of prosecco. Our fully trained florists will provide you with an evening of festive fun, guiding you through every step to make your very own luxury bespoke Christmas wreath to take home and grace your door.
You will start with a traditional moss-based wreath and have a selection of Fresh Seasonal foliage’s to create your own unique wreath. We have a wide selection of Dried fruits, Cinnamon sticks, pinecones, baubles, ribbons and much more! This event is run by Christmas Creations and held at The Chequers Matching Green.
We do our best to keep the information on this page as accurate as possible. If you’d like to find out more about any of the events on our page, please do get in touch or alternatively, please sign-up to our newsletter.