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Our cosy pub, the Green Dragon sits just outside of Braintree and is a three-minute drive to Chelmsford City Racecourse. With a beautiful heavily beamed 18th-century building, set in a peaceful, rural location, we make for the ideal dining-out experience, whet...
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Enter NowFestive Fayre? Yes, please.
Classic pub favourites with a seasonal twist – it’s the ultimate excuse for second helpings (and third desserts).
View our festive menusIt's all gravy for Christmas Day
Christmas Day done properly. No pans, no peeling, just full plates and festive cheer with your favourites.
View our Christmas day menusFacilities
- Dog Friendly
- Family Friendly
- Beer Garden
- WiFi
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Yes, you read that right - free food and drink is up for grabs for all you newcomers. Download the Greene King app & register, spin the wheel, and you might land yourself a main, pud or pint. No catch, just pure joy (and maybe some gravy).
Free dessert? Tick. Free pub classic? Oh yes. Free pint? Don’t mind if we do. And hey, even if you don’t win, you’ll still have our app now, so you can skip the queue like the legend you are.
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Christmas 2025 at Green Dragon, Youngs End
It might be too soon for tinsel, but never too soon to get excited for Christmas at ours. Join us this December for festive feasts, seasonal sips and all the jolly vibes.
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Join our email clubKids eat free at the Green Dragon
Keeping the kids entertained (and fed) is a full-time job. So, let us take one thing off your plate. From 13th October - 17th December (Mon & Tues 12-6pm), one child eats free with every paying adult at The Green Dragon, Youngs End. That’s right, a delicious meal for the little ones on us, all day, every day.
Book your tableWeekly deals just for you!
Discover our irresistible weekly deals tailored for every craving and occasion. From casual lunch meetups with friends to romantic Thursday steak nights, we offer fantastic savings that will make you and your wallet smile!
Explore our dealsSunday Roast from £14.45
Sundays were made for roast dinners that take hours to cook and seconds to demolish. Ours come loaded with all the good stuff: tender lamb, turkey, or beef, crispy garlic & rosemary potatoes, sage & onion stuffing, cauliflower cheese, Yorkshire puds the size of your head, and enough gravy to swim in.
Book a tableSip, unwind and catch-up
Whether you're toasting with the perfect pint, sipping on the fruitiest cocktail, or cooling off a juicy soft drink, we’ve got a drink to tickle every fancy. From casual hangouts to special celebrations or simply unwinding after a long day, let us pour you the perfect pick-me-up.
Explore the full rangeSo many beers, so much time
From iconic classics to bold new pours, there’s a pint with your name on it. Explore our own beers like Flint Eye, Prior Life, Greene King IPA, plus loads more!
Take a look at our beersFuel up on low-alcohol and alcohol-free drinks!
Got a busy schedule? Give yourself a well-deserved break with our tasty alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks, perfect for every occasion. Whether you're treating the family or catching up with friends, these feel-good sips are here all day long. Cheers to keeping life balanced and flavourful!
See our optionsBeer garden vibes guaranteed, beer garden weather isn't
From post-work drinks to Saturday sessions, there's a beer garden in Youngs End just waiting to welcome you. So, text the group chat, grab a table and enjoy the classic British weather, rain or shine.
Discover our beer gardenWhy not spoil the ones you love with a Greene King Gift Card?
Give the gift of a cold pint on a hot day, a family catch up, the perfect place to watch the winning goal, and even more, with the Greene King gift card.