The Hawk is a cosy pub in Battlesbridge – great for all year round drinking and dining. In the Summer, you can make the most of the large outdoor area, and in the winter, the quaintly laid out interior offers warm and welcoming surroundings.
We went late this Summer and we ate inside, not for the weather, but the wasps were out in full force in the garden! We just had a light lunch with a half of one of their draught bitters, of which there are a few to choose from. The wine list is good and you can have light snacks to three courses. We chose the chicken kebab salad and the seafood salad and they were delicious! The seafood salad was our favourite, with salmon, prawns, crayfish and crab in a light dressing.
It was busy and we can see why – the food is good, service friendly and it is a nice spot to relax.
Information from their website: The inn dates back to 1678 when it was described in the deeds as a “small rectangular building”. Wickford is an ancient settlement that has existed since before 975. There is evidence that the area itself was inhabited in prehistoric, Roman and Saxon times. Wickford was referred to in the Domesday Book as both Wicfort and Wincfort.
Restaurant name
The Hawk Battlesbridge
Date of visit
17/08/2009
Website address
http://www.vintageinn.co.uk/thehawkbattlesbridge
Restaurant telephone
01268 767263
Restaurant address
Hawk Hill, Battlesbridge, Wickford, SS11 7RJ
Service Charge included?
No
Average price per person for 3 course meal, excluding drinks
inexpensive (under £20)
How many dined?
2
Value for money rating?
9/10
Atmosphere Quality rating?
5/10
Service Quality rating?
7/10
Food Quality rating
8/10