Friends of the Victoria Inn – Stu E Skinner

At the Victoria Inn, we work with some brilliant people who help make the pub what it is – from suppliers and musicians through to the organisers behind our regular...

Chilli Eating Challenge at the Victoria Inn Colchester

Think you can handle the heat? We’re looking for people to take part in the Victoria Inn Chilli Eating Challenge from 4pm on Saturday 10th October. There will be several...

The Story Behind The Scoobs Ahead of Their Victoria Inn Gig

When The Scoobs take to the stage at the Victoria Inn in Colchester on Sunday 23rd August, they’ll be bringing with them more than three decades of local music history...

Vote for the Victoria Inn in the Colchester Business Awards

When we shared our disappointment at not being included in this year’s Colchester Business Awards, we honestly didn’t expect the response we received. Thank you to everyone who commented and...

Friends of the Victoria Inn – Essex Spirits Co.

Essex Spirits Co-founder Zane Chiswell-Rivas talks about local spirits, sustainability and supplying the Victoria Inn’s first summer cocktail menu in this Friends of the Victoria Inn interview. At the Victoria...

The Victoria Inn Supports Calls for Lower Hospitality VAT

According to figures released by the British Beer and Pub Association, 161 pubs closed across Britain during the first three months of 2026 – the equivalent of almost two pubs...

Victoria Inn Gift Vouchers

Looking for pub gift vouchers in Colchester? Victoria Inn Gift Vouchers are available in £5, £10 and £25 denominations and can be purchased from the bar. They are a popular...

Real Cider & Cheese Festival Returns to the Victoria Inn

The Victoria Inn’s Real Cider & Cheese Festival returns on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th June. Back for a third year, the festival will feature 20 real ciders and perries...

Friends of the Victoria Inn – Lesley Watson

Music supporter and HMV Live & Local champion Lesley Watson talks about grassroots music, supporting local artists and the Colchester music scene in this Friends of the Victoria Inn interview....

Rare and Imported Beers at the Victoria Inn

Every now and then, somebody asks why some of the bottles and cans in the fridge cost more than others. A lot of the answer comes down to where they...