Cabros Tapas Bar is coming to Coggeshall! Cabros, an exciting, new tapas style restaurant is coming to 1 Market Hill, Coggeshall. Focused on bringing a fun, warming environment to the local area, expect delicious dishes in a stylish setting. Taking Cabros by the horns is executive head chef Alex Stanbridge. Alex has more than 15 years of experience working in Michelin star kitchens and most recently in the London events sector. His wealth of experience in a wide range of events allows Cabros to offer a menu of different flavours and techniques. Cabros is set to open its doors this November - we can’t wait! Visit: www.instagram.com/cabrostapasbar BRAXTED PARK ESTATE OPEN DAY IN FEBRUARY Braxted Park Estate offers a unique blend of serenity and sophistication that come together in one magnificent venue. Set amongst the picturesque Essex countryside, Braxted Park Estate is a carefully curated space that offers the perfect setting where forever memories are created and everything you could wish for is here in this one breathtaking location. On 15th February 2026, you’ll be able to experience this exquisite location for yourselves. County Wedding Events is hosting a must-visit wedding fair between 11am and 3pm; the team will on hand alongside talented local suppliers ready to talk about your big day. Braxted Park Estate’s friendly and knowledgeable team will also be there to guide you around the 500-acre estate and will be serving delicious refreshments throughout the day. For further information, visit the website: www.countyweddingevents.com DOWN HALL ACHIEVES AA RED STAR STATUS 2025 Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate, Essex, has been awarded the prestigious AA Red Star status, receiving four red stars, at this year’s AA Hospitality Awards. The Red Star is the AA’s highest accolade for hotels, reserved only for the very best establishments across the British Isles, marking Down Hall as one of the UK’s leading country house hotels. AA inspectors praised the property for its exceptional and consistent standards across service, accommodation, dining and guest experience. Red Star status places Down Hall among an elite group of hotels that not only meet but exceed expectations, demonstrating true excellence in hospitality. Set within 110 acres of gardens and parkland, the Grade II listed Italianate mansion is home to 98 individually designed bedrooms, award-winning dining at the two AA Rosette restaurant, The Garden Room restaurant, a spa and extensive leisure facilities, as well as a year-round programme of wellness retreats and events. The accolade comes at a milestone moment for Down Hall, as the hotel recently embarked on a new £1 million phase of investment to further enhance its luxury offering. This introduces three standout developments: The Woodland Table, an immersive alfresco fire dining concept; The Barn Spa, a holistic wellness destination and The Charles Gardens, a half-acre landscaped venue for weddings and events, set to open in 2026. 8
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