BILLERICAY: This South Essex town is better off than some of its neighbours when it comes to cask ale choice. Pick of the bunch is the COACH & HORSES* in Chapel St. This fine old single bar local has been in the same hands for about twenty years, and you'll find it just south of the station, off the High Street. The food (sat lunchtimes) can be recommended along with the beers, normally Greene King, Adnams and a guest. In the High Street itself,(No. 30), the new Wetherspoons, the *BLUE BOAR, is a reliable source of the usual JDW fare and ales, if you want a change from the Coach.

Out of town, there are some interesting alternatives: One which comes recommended is the HOOP* at Stock, just a couple of miles north in a pretty village. (Take the B1007-follow this link to see the location). This two bar local retains some original features, and offers up to eight changing beers, usually with local offerings and some unusual beers, together with excellent home cooked food.
Coming into Billericay from the west, try the GREEN MAN* at Herongate,with Adnams, Youngs and guests (in Cricketers Lane close to the A128), or a little further on the same lane to the east,(Billericay Rd) the OLD DOG* at Herongate Tye which supports local micros as well as serving Ridleys IPA from Chelmsford.
Finally, coming to Billericay from the east, the child-friendly *FOX & HOUNDS at Ramsden Bellhouse offers up to four guests in addition to Greene king IPA; and food is available at all times.