Welcome to The Brave Nelson

Your Local Family Pub in Brentwood

Great food, cold drinks, live sport, and unforgettable events – all in our famous beer garden with space for over 1,000 guests.

A Brentwood favourite since the 19th century

Welcome to The Brave Nelson

The Brave Nelson has been at the heart of the Brentwood community for generations. Originally built as The Nelson’s Head in honour of the famous Admiral Nelson, our pub has a rich history dating back to the 19th century.

In the 1960s and 70s, we hosted live gigs from emerging bands, including legendary groups like The Who. Today, under the care of landlord Paul Duley since 2014, we continue to welcome everyone with open arms.

Whether you’re here for a family meal, to catch the big game, or to celebrate a special occasion, you’ll find a friendly atmosphere, delicious food, and a fantastic outdoor space complete with a children’s play area.

Dogs are welcome too – just keep them on a lead for the safety of all our guests.

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Explore The Brave Nelson

Whether you’re here for a bite to eat, to watch the big game, celebrate a special occasion, or hit the golf course with friends, The Brave Nelson has something for everyone.

Food & Drink

Food & Drink Subtitle: Fresh, tasty, and served with a smile Description: From our famous Nelson Burger to fresh pizzas seven days a week, plus an extensive drinks menu featuring all your favourite brands.

Events

Live sport, music, and unforgettable nights Description: Watch all the biggest matches on our big screens, enjoy live music, and join us for special events like our spectacular Fireworks Night.

Venue Hire

The perfect space for any occasion Description: With room for over 1,000 guests across our pub and expansive beer garden, we’re the perfect venue for parties, corporate events, and big celebrations.

Golf Society

Join our friendly golfing community Description: Love golf? Join The Brave Nelson Golf Society for regular meetups, friendly competitions, and great days out on the course with fellow enthusiasts.

Garden Grill Menu

Buffet Menu

Drinks Menu

More Than Just a Pub

Your go-to spot for food, drinks, sport, and celebrations

The Brave Nelson is a proper community pub in the heart of Brentwood, Essex. We serve great food, pour a perfect pint, and show all the big matches on our screens. Our massive beer garden holds over 1,000 guests and includes a children’s play area, so there’s room for the whole family.

Whether you’re here to watch the Six Nations, celebrate a birthday, or just enjoy a quiet drink with friends, you’ll always find a warm welcome. We also host events throughout the year, offer private venue hire, and run a friendly Golf Society for those who love to hit the links.

More Than Just a Pub

Your go-to spot for food, drinks, sport, and celebrations

The brave nelson

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OUR POOL IS BACK

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The rumours are true — the pool table has returned to The Brave Nelson. Come down, grab a cue, and show us what you’ve got. The table is available every single day.

Open Every Day

No cover — just walk in and play

Serving you the best

Proudly serving the best brands

Hire Our Venue

The perfect space for your next celebration

Looking for the perfect space for your next event? The Brave Nelson offers flexible venue hire for birthdays, corporate events, private parties, and large celebrations.

With space for over 1,000 guests, professional bar service, big screens for presentations or live sport, and optional catering packages, we’ve got everything you need to make your event a success.