Crouch Vale Brewery's first pub in the city, the Queen's Head, sells three of its beers permanently, with four guests which may include a Crouch Vale seasonal and always include a dark beer. The Victorian L-shaped pub has bare board flooring and comfortable bench seating. Two fires make it cosy in winter. This popular local can be busy when there is a match at the nearby county cricket ground. Bar snacks only. The Essex Beard Club meets here once a year in February. In current CME Recommended Pub Guide.