The Chequers, Newmarket

The Chequers is a 400 year old public house in Gazeley, near Newmarket and was purchased from the Greedy King Empire in late 2011 and made a Free House. It has been tastefully renovated internally with most of the original stone walls retained, especially for the snug bar room. It functions more as a restaurant and social club for the local residents and has restricted opening hours of 6.00pm - 11.00pm on Thursday’s to Sunday’s. The old GK pumps now dispense regional ales although there does seem to be a focus on Adnams. And for my visit alongside Woodford Wherry and Adnams Ghost Ship, Adnams Mosaic Pale Ale was available, which was a new one on me. A very pleasant stop and I hope the present owners continue to keep this one going for the benefit of the locals

You must find this pub and stop in for a drink. The Chequers is a great village pub, lots of fun friendly people and a great staff. We have been back to this pub numerous times and it has never let us down. Maybe I will see you there some Saturday.