Indo · English Gastro Pub — Colchester
Traditional Values. Fresh Vision.
Community at Heart.
The Shepherd & Dog is proud to continue the tradition of being a welcoming village pub where community comes first. Under new management, we are bringing fresh energy, quality food and drink, and a renewed commitment to creating a warm and social space for everyone.
Traditional & Community Focused
At The Shepherd & Dog, we believe a village pub is far more than just a place to eat and drink — it is part of the heart of the community.
Under new management, our vision is to respectfully restore and grow the pub into a warm, welcoming space for all generations. Whether you are joining us for a relaxed drink, a family meal, a Sunday roast, or simply a friendly conversation, we want every visit to feel familiar, comfortable, and memorable.
We are passionate about supporting the local village community while keeping alive the timeless charm and social spirit of a traditional British pub.
What we offer
Five spaces, one warm welcome.
The Bar
Cask ales, craft taps, and a proper pour every time.
Sports Room
Big screens, every fixture, your team's home from home.
Garden Seating
Sun trap by day, lantern-lit by night. Dogs welcome.
Private Hire
Snug, dining room, or full takeover for your event.
The spaces
Find your corner.
Dining Room
Roasts, slow plates, and Sunday lunches.
The Garden
Heated outdoor seating year-round.
Sports Room
Premier League, Six Nations, F1, the lot.
The Snug
Cosy fireside corners for a quiet pint.
Sunday Roasts
from £16
Pub Classics
from £14
Fish & Chips
£17From the regulars
Words from the bar.
Sunday roast was the proper article — Yorkshire bigger than my plate. Service warm, beer cold. We'll be back next weekend.
Watched the derby in the sports room with mates. Twelve screens, perfect pints, and the kitchen kept the wings coming. Ten out of ten.
Booked the snug for our anniversary. Felt like our own private corner of the village. The new owners have done something special here.
Pull up a stool.
Whether it's a quick pint, Sunday with the family, or the game with the lads — we've saved you a seat.