A semi-private dining area with wooden tables, red and green upholstered chairs, eclectic pendant lighting, and framed artwork on rustic walls at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A semi-private dining area with wooden walls, vibrant framed artwork, mixed upholstered chairs, and patterned hanging lamps at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
An event space with round tables set for dining, green velvet chairs, decorative candles, and framed bird artwork on the walls at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A semi-private dining area with wooden booth seating, red chairs, pendant lamps, and exposed brick walls at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A semi-private dining area with round and rectangular tables set with candles, wine glasses, and menus under chandeliers at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A semi-private dining space with a round table set with glassware, cutlery, and a candle, surrounded by green velvet chairs at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
The exterior of a corner restaurant with large windows, black trim, and a sign reading 'Bill's,' featuring a few people walking on the sidewalk and outdoor seating with umbrellas at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A close-up of a crispy fried chicken sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and coleslaw on a sesame seed bun, served with a side of dipping sauce at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A close-up of a hamburger with lettuce, tomato, onion, and melted cheese in a sesame seed bun, served with a side of pickles on a red plate at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A close-up of a marble table set with a bowl of chili topped with sour cream, tortilla chips, sliced chili, and herbs beside a glass of red wine and a lit candle at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.
A marble table set with a patterned serving platter holding dips, fried snacks, pita chips, olives, and a glass of red wine at Bill's Colchester Restaurant.

Semi Private Area at Bill's Colchester Restaurant

Event Space in a Restaurant
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Semi-private area
136-137 High Street, Essex, CO1 1SP –
Colchester City Centre
Up to 18
seats
Up to 18
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The back area at Bill's Colchester offers a more secluded setting for group dining, giving guests a little more separation from the main restaurant while still sharing its lively atmosphere.

Design
The space combines reclaimed wood panelling and exposed brick with tufted banquette seating, leather and green velvet chairs, rattan pendant lights and an exposed ceiling.

Features
A mix of banquette seating and freestanding tables creates a flexible layout for seated group meals.

Ideal for
Birthday celebrations, family meals, team lunches and relaxed dinners with friends or colleagues.

What guests say
Guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, characterful interiors and friendly, attentive service.

Offers and packages

Menu

 Christmas menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in our Private Dining Room with a 3-course festive menu, plus optional pre-ordered drinks packages.

Christmas Set Menu – Private Dining Room
£35.95 per person

• Three-course Christmas set menu
• Private dining room booking
• Pre-order link for guest choices; submit 7 days before
• Optional drinks packages available to pre-order

STARTERS
1. Smoked salmon cured in beetroot
2. Crispy Somerset Camembert
3. Chicken liver & brandy pâté
4. Parsnip & apple soup

MAINS
1. Roasted turkey breast stuffed with apricot & rosemary
2. Chargrilled Black Angus sirloin steak
3. Slow-cooked pork belly
4. Grilled salmon fillet
5. Beetroot & caramelised onion tart

DESSERTS
1. Bill’s Christmas cheesecake
2. Sticky toffee pudding
3. Bill’s cheese plate
4. Chocolate & salted caramel tart

Prices

Monday
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Alcohol licence until 21:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Alcohol licence until 21:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Alcohol licence until 21:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Alcohol licence until 21:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:30 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Alcohol licence until 21:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Alcohol licence until 21:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
9:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Alcohol licence until 21:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 18
  • Dining
    up to 18

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Baby changing facilities
  • High chairs
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Mirrors
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

• Smoking on premises not allowed.

Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

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QC
Quinn C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Bill's Colchester Restaurant

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