Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Premier Dining Experience in Aveley
Established in 2013, Sir Henrys is a family-run restaurant and beer garden housed in a historic 13th-century building in Aveley, Essex. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our sourcing of succulent meats from first-class farms, fresh fish from local markets, and seasonal ingredients to craft a menu blending traditional British cuisine with modern twists. The venue's original architectural features, including 800-year-old timbers and a surrounding moat, create a unique dining atmosphere complemented by log fires in winter and a landscaped beer garden for summer.We specialise in Sunday roasts, private events, and wakes, offering a warm environment for both casual dining and special occasions. Our team, led by experienced chefs and bartenders, ensures every guest experiences exceptional service and culinary excellence. With two bars serving premium spirits and a focus on allergen transparency, we cater to diverse dietary needs while maintaining rigorous food safety standards. The adjacent wedding barn provides a rustic-chic venue for celebrations, extending our hospitality beyond dining to comprehensive event hosting.
Services
British Restaurant
Beer Garden
Wedding Venue
Private Events
Funeral Wakes
Seasonal Menus
Allergen-Free Dining
Outdoor Seating
Bar Services
Historic Venue Hire
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Family-run establishment with 2013 heritage in historic 1290 building
- Sourcing premium meats and fresh fish from local suppliers
- Daily changing chef specials and allergen-transparent menu options
- Award-winning Sunday roasts in atmospheric 800-year-old setting
- Dedicated event spaces including 18th-century barn for weddings
What people say
Amazing historic setting
Superb Sunday roasts
Beautiful beer garden
Excellent service
Great event venue
Services
British Restaurant
Our restaurant serves traditional British cuisine with modern twists in a historic 13th-century setting. Using locally sourced ingredients, we offer seasonal menus featuring market-fresh fish, premium meats, and daily chef specials. The dining experience combines architectural heritage with contemporary culinary techniques, accommodating both casual meals and special occasions through dedicated event spaces.
Beer Garden
The landscaped beer garden provides 100+ outdoor tables surrounded by historic moat features. Guests enjoy seasonal dining with premium beverages from our external bar, including craft beers and cocktails. The space features ambient lighting for evening visits and maintains social distancing through spaced seating arrangements while offering protection from British weather elements.
Wedding Venue
The 18th-century barn offers a rustic-chic wedding venue with capacity for 250 guests. Complete with ambient lighting, sound systems, and event coordination, it features flexible layouts for ceremonies and receptions. The package includes exclusive use of the space, dedicated bar service, and bespoke catering options while maintaining accessibility for evening celebrations.
Private Events
We host corporate events, private parties, and community gatherings in multiple venues. The main restaurant accommodates 12+ groups with pre-ordering options, while the upstairs function room provides private facilities including buffet stations and dedicated bar service. Wake packages include tea/coffee stations and flexible seating arrangements for mourning families.
Allergen-Free Dining
Our kitchen provides detailed allergen information for all menu items, following government guidelines for the 14 major allergens. Staff receive regular training on cross-contamination prevention, with separate preparation areas for allergen-specific orders. We offer dedicated gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free menu options while maintaining transparency about potential kitchen exposure risks.
People
Alex Umeh
Head Chef
With extensive experience under Jamie Oliver and Terence Conran, Alex leads our culinary team in creating seasonal British menus using locally sourced ingredients while maintaining allergen transparency.
Daniel Luca
Head Bartender
Bringing 20 years of mixology expertise, Daniel curates our premium spirit selection and cocktail menu, ensuring exceptional beverage service across both indoor and outdoor bars.
Questions
Can I reserve outdoor tables at Sir Henry's?
Our 100+ outdoor tables operate on a first-come-first-served basis and cannot be pre-booked.
What are the booking requirements for large groups?
Groups of 8+ require a £10 per adult deposit, with larger bookings needing pre-orders and non-refundable deposits for exclusive spaces.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
We provide detailed allergen information for all menu items and offer gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free options with staff training on cross-contamination prevention.
What event spaces are available?
We offer the main restaurant, upstairs function room, and our 18th-century barn venue with capacity for 250 guests.
Are there any dress code requirements?
Smart casual attire is required with shirts mandatory for gentlemen in all dining areas.
Can I bring decorations for private events?
Balloons and banners are permitted, but we prohibit confetti, party poppers, and streamers to maintain venue condition.
Reviews (7)
Naz A.
Jan 13, 2022
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I went for lunch at 2pm on a Friday. We hadn't booked a table so waited about 15 mins. There is a bar area with a few tables for waiting in. I found the staff to be very lovely and my salad was delicious. There was a decent amount of crayfish and prawns, compared to other selfish salads I've had. I wasn't too impressed by the chips. They seemed quite bland and small, so it was possibly the last scoop of a packet. We were given a decent amount of time to decide what we wanted. By 4, the place was quiet. I will definitely be going back, and look forward to warmer weather so that I can enjoy the outside
Lee Numbers
Jan 09, 2022
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Came for Sunday roast, was absolutely impressed, very tasty, customer service was very attentive and welcoming. Will definitely come back. make sure to book over the phone to secure your table. Great for familys. Beautiful scenery inside and out.
Rebecca Brown
Nov 29, 2021
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First time eating in Sir Henrys and what a lovely pub. Nice music, great pub food and the staff are very polite. This is nicely decorated, and very homely. Will be coming to here again.
Jack & Rav
Oct 30, 2021
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If you live anywhere near Aveley, you must go here!! The actual restaurant and the outside area are stunning, with old beams and beautiful decor. The outdoor seating area is beautiful and would be a lovely space in the Summer. The food was nothing other than delicious. We had the sharing meat platter; for mains we had 16oz burger and lamb shank... just gorgeous! The dessert was amazing too. Review doesn't quite do it justice. The service was absolutely brilliant and a huge shout out to our waitress Georgia who was so accommodating, friendly and happy. We are definitely going back soon!
Mark Ravenall
Oct 12, 2021
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1st time at this place. The staff were efficient and courteous. No long wait between courses and the quality of the food was great. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Nice job everybody.
Lisa-Marie Adams
Sep 30, 2021
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We visited for our 10th anniversary on Saturday night and I have to say it was lovely the food was excellent and our server holly was absolutely wonderful,she made the night really special for us x we will definitely be returning for date night.... very soon
Samantha Wynn
Sep 01, 2021
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Had a wonderful dinner, staff were attentive and friendly, food was beautifully cooked and presented will definitely be recommending and returning
