Browsing local eating and drinking within 10 miles of Marsh Farm

77 Eastwoodbury Crescent, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS2 6XG, Tel: 01702 543 001, Email, www.hisouthend.com, (6 miles, 10kms)

The striking, fully sound-proofed 1935 Rooftop Restaurant and Bar sits at top of the five-storey Holiday Inn Southend and takes its name from the year that the airport opened as a municipal airport for the public.

The Street, Hatfield Peverel, Essex, CM3 2DW, Tel: 01245 381333, Email, www.bluestrawberrybistro.co.uk, (10 miles, 16kms)

A relaxed friendly place to simply dine, entertain or celebrate. It is our desire to serve the freshest finest food at the most affordable prices possible.

Ground Floor, 22 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 6FA, Tel: 01245 409255, Email, www.giraffe.net/classic/location/chelmsford, (9 miles, 14kms)

Take a food safari and sample some of the world's most popular dishes at Giraffe, the global restaurant in Chelmsford with a huge heart.

Stock Road, Stock, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 9BE, Tel: 01277 829214, Email, www.greenwoodshotel.co.uk, (8 miles, 12kms)

Greenwoods Hotel Spa & Retreat is a beautiful 17th Century manor house set in landscaped gardens. The hotel is located in Stock, Essex, close to the towns of Chelmsford and Billericay.

191 - 193 High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5BS, Tel: 01621 850985, Email, www.maldontandoori.co.uk, (7 miles, 12kms)

Established family orientated restaurant serving best authentic Indian/ Bangladeshi dishes. The owners pride themselves in their customer service endeavouring to give every customer a great experience.

New Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1PP, Tel: 01245 268179, Email, www.saporiitalian.co.uk, (9 miles, 15kms)

Sapori provide truly authentic Italian cuisine, focusing on quality traditional Italian dining. As well as the most stunning contemporary décor, our restaurant features one of the most technically advanced kitchens in the country.

113 The Broadway, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 1PG, Tel: 01702 719969, www.stoptheworldcafe.com, (7 miles, 11kms)

We are an award winning cafe situated on a sunny corner of Leigh Broadway. Opening at 8.30 to serve cooked breakfasts, pancakes, fresh fruit sundaes and homemade granola.

Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2PZ, Tel: 01245 455700, Email, www.countyhotelchelmsford.co.uk, (10 miles, 15kms)

An independent hotel, member of British Classic Hotels with an AA rosette for outstanding food. The hotel's success is based upon providing a very high standard of guest hospitality and attention to detail.

Basin Road, Heybridge Basin, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4RS, Tel: 01621 854466, Email, www.tiptree.com, (8 miles, 12kms)

Bright and airy with an inviting sun terrace 'the lock tea room' offers the finest view over the Blackwater estuary.

112 Station Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8HR, Tel: 01621 782141, Email, www.theoystersmack.co.uk, (9 miles, 14kms)

An Inn with 9 rooms providing good food, all rooms en-suite, Conference, Meeting, Party or Exhibition room available for up to 30 people. An excellent small wedding venue.

Main Road, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3HX, Tel: 01245 398495, (9 miles, 15kms)

In or near : Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, (7 miles, 11kms)

Typical Portuguese Restaurant.

In or near : Rochford, Essex, (6 miles, 9kms)

Traditional old world pub and restaurant with beams, brasses and open fires. Traditional ploughmans and home-made pies. 'Les Routiers' listed. Seats 50. Full Licence.

In or near : Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, (9 miles, 14kms)

As you like it

In or near : Southend-on-Sea, Essex, (8 miles, 13kms)

ASK in Southend is a great place for a relaxing meal with friends or family, whether you want a quick and tasty lunch or a long, leisurely dinner.

Speciality: Insalata Pollo Pancetta

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex, (9 miles, 15kms)

Back Inn Time

In or near : Maldon, Essex, (7 miles, 11kms)

Balti Bhujon

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex, (9 miles, 14kms)

Baroosh

In or near : Maldon, Essex, (7 miles, 12kms)

The Blue Boar has retained its character over the years.

In or near : Canvey Island, Essex, (8 miles, 14kms)

In or near : Southend-on-Sea, Essex, (9 miles, 15kms)

An Indian restaurant that dares to be different, Café Masala offers quality flavours and exceptional service, ensuring a wonderful dining experience.

Speciality: Chicken Jalfrezi

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex, (9 miles, 14kms)

Chelmer Tavern

In or near : Wickford, Essex, (3 miles, 5kms)

A picturesque family-run hotel with beautiful gallery restaurant. Surrounded by farmland in the Basildon, Chelmsford and Southend triangle.

In or near : Chelmsford, Essex, (9 miles, 15kms)

Smart restaurant and cocktail bar with daily specials plus live music on some nights. Ideal place for lunch. Pop in for coffee, a snack or a 3 course meal. Seats 80. Full Licence.

In or near : Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, (8 miles, 13kms)

Dhan Shiri

In or near : Billericay, Essex, (8 miles, 13kms)

Tudor style restaurant, original building dates back to 1700s. No machines, background music only. Full range of menus, bar food to full à la carte, very extensive vegetarian menu - all fresh produce.