The Ye Olde Smack is a traditional family-friendly pub at the heart of Leigh-On-Sea overlooking the Thames Estuary. With a history reportedly rife with stories of smuggling contraband and rumours of secret tunnels, we get our unique name from the slang term 's...
In partnership with THINK!, we're giving away a FREE (0%) drink to the sleigh drivers. Park up, show your keys, and enjoy a festive treat! Stay safe, stay merry.
The World Darts Championship Semi Final and Final are coming to the Ye Olde Smack on the 2nd and 3rd of January! Book your table now to catch all of the action during the biggest nights in darts!
Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time. Here’s what you can expect when you visit The Ye Olde Smack:
Disabled Facilities
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Sky Sports
TNT Sports
Beer Garden
WiFi
Historic Pub
Offers Functions
Waterside Pub
Fancy a FREEbie?
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.
Christmas is all about good food, great company and making lots of brilliant memories. This year, why not savour a fantastic Christmas dinner in Leigh-On-Sea? The Ye Olde Smack has everything you need to make this festive season one for the books.
Our brand-new festive seasonal menu is now live! Bursting with comforting classics and indulgent winter warmers, every dish is crafted to celebrate the joy of the season. Limited-time only—don’t miss your chance to enjoy our seasonal favourites.
Recycle your clean and empty confectionery and biscuits tubs by dropping them off at any Greene King Pub between 1 January - 15 February 2026 and help us raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Step in with our seasonal specials menu. Our carefully selected dishes are crafted with quality for a symphony of freshness and flavour in every bite. What are you in the mood for?
Join us for all the footy action across all the leagues, from the Premier League to the EFL, WSL and European competitions, not to mention all the internationals too!
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!
Get your fill of traditional pub fare and tuck into a hearty Sunday roast. Cooked to perfection and served with all the classic trimmings, our roasts are a celebration of quality - simple yet spectacular.
Playful in name and playful in nature, Ye Olde Smack is a friendly pub enjoyed by the local community and visitors to Bell Wharf Beach. Nearby is the Leigh Heritage Centre & Museum as well as the Leigh-on-Sea Sailing Club. To enjoy a warm-spirited pub with a beachside view, book today.
A pub for all
Ye Olde Smack is a pub for everybody and every paw, being both dog and family-friendly with wheelchair accessibility, live TNT and Sky Sports and free Wi-Fi. Weekly events in Leigh-on-Sea include Monday night poker and a Thursday quiz night.
Delicious food and drink for any occasion
We’re proud to say our menu is packed with Great British pub food classics, including iconic dishes like our hand-battered fish and chips, pie and mash and succulent burgers. Non-gluten dishes as well as vegan and veggie meals are also available. Our drinks include a great range of real ales and an extensive wine list. Our cask ales range has some of the best in British beers, including the new 1730, our very own special pale ale.
Gift Cards
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.
