# The Nags Head, Chelmsford — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Nags Head — Pub in Chelmsford with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 175 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants/the-nags-head (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub # The Nags Head 22 Baddow Road, Chelmsford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5806443573155832169&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Nags Head](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/101142543159107775050) **In short:** The Nags Head is a pub in Chelmsford, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 175 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 2 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Nags Head The Nags Head on Baddow Road is a traditional drinking pub in Chelmsford town centre. It serves a good choice of drinks including real ale at reasonable prices, with Guinness noted as particularly well-kept. Staff are reported to be welcoming and friendly. The pub does not serve food to over-21s. The venue has been updated in recent years, with the rear expanded and modernised to include access to a small garden. A dart board is available. The pub holds a five-star food hygiene rating and is noted as suitable for groups. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Nags Head's own website](https://www.facebook.com/nagsheadchelmsford/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Saturday** 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM **Sunday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Shahjan Tandoori next door - Elizabeth House next door - Chelmsford Central Mosque next door - ODEON Chelmsford next door - McDonald's 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (175 reviews) **Good for children** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** No **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Chelmsford Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1640531). [More restaurants in Chelmsford](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (175 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/nagsheadchelmsford/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01245 408620](tel:01245408620) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chelmsford **Plus Code** 9F32PFJF+5X ### 🏨 Places to stay near Chelmsford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DChelmsford%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/chelmsford/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Nags Head? The Nags Head is open Mon 12pm–10pm; Tue–Thu 12pm–11pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–12am; Sun 12pm–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Nags Head any good? The Nags Head is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 175 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Nags Head good for children? Google does not list The Nags Head as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Nags Head? The Nags Head does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only. ### How do I contact The Nags Head? 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