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Country Inn & Restaurant

Compasses Inn & Barn Restaurant

Braintree, East of England — CM7 8PH

120

Max Capacity

FROM

£120

Per Day

4.4

44 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

The Compasses Inn & Barn Restaurant is a charming historic venue combining traditional inn hospitality with versatile event facilities. Located in the Essex countryside near Braintree, this establishment features original character spaces including a converted barn ideal for weddings, corporate events, and private dining. The venue offers a blend of rustic charm and modern amenities, with multiple dining areas and flexible function spaces accommodating intimate gatherings to celebrations for up to 120 guests. Its countryside location provides a peaceful setting while maintaining good transport links to London and major Essex towns.

Room Capacities

theatre

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

reception

120

dining

banquet

Pricing

Day rates from £120

Venue hire rates available on enquiry. Package deals available including catering and bar service.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

Private Parking

Garden Areas

Historic Building

Wedding Licensed

Catering Kitchen

Bar Service

Accessible Ground Floor

AV & Technical

PA System

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Background Music System

Ideal For

Wedding ReceptionsPrivate DiningCorporate EventsBirthday PartiesAnniversary CelebrationsChristmas Parties

Location & Access

Cressing Road, Braintree CM7 8PH

Braintree railway station 3 miles away with direct links to London Liverpool Street. Local bus services connect to Braintree town centre. Stansted Airport approximately 20 miles.

Free on-site parking available for guests and event attendees

Wheelchair accessible