Historic pubs · East of England
The King's Head Public House
In or near Virley.
The King's Head Public House in England East, United Kingdom.
Trevor Harris — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
The King's Head Public House is a historic pub in England East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Blackwater Estuary SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: BLACKWATER ESTUARY
- Ramsar wetland: Blackwater Estuary (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 4)
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The King's Head Public House is located in Tollesbury, Essex, in the East of England. The pub is situated near the Blackwater Estuary, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), National Nature Reserve (NNR), and Ramsar site. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, with a setting that highlights the natural beauty of the surrounding estuary. The establishment serves as a local gathering place, reflecting the charm of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7584, 0.8326
- County
- Essex
- District
- Maldon
- Parish
- Tollesbury
- Postcode
- CM9 8FG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Witham
Sources
- wikidata: Q26412901 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The King's Head Public House?
- The King's Head Public House is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CM9 8FG), in the parish of Tollesbury.
- What is The King's Head Public House?
- The King's Head Public House in England East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The King's Head Public House?
- Drivers can use postcode CM9 8FG.
- Is The King's Head Public House a protected site?
- Yes — The King's Head Public House is part of the Blackwater Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the BLACKWATER ESTUARY National Nature Reserve.
- How do I get to The King's Head Public House?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CM9 8FG. It sits within the Witham parliamentary constituency.