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Mixed Fans4.2 (381 Google Reviews)

Cow and Telescope

📍 0.8 miles from Roots Hall

About this Pub

Cow and Telescope
The Cow and Telescope is a lively pub located in the centre of Southend, just a few minutes' walk from both train stations, making it convenient for matchday access. It offers home-cooked meals daily from 12–6 pm, including popular Sunday lunches, and features a pool table and music memorabilia, enhancing the matchday atmosphere. The pub also hosts live music on most Fridays and Saturdays, providing entertainment for fans before or after the match. Its central location and range of amenities make it a suitable spot for both home and away supporters.

Why it's great for Matchdays

The Cow and Telescope is a lively pub located in the centre of Southend, just a few minutes' walk from both train stations, making it convenient for matchday access. It offers home-cooked meals daily from 12–6 pm, including popular Sunday lunches, and features a pool table and music memorabilia, enhancing the matchday atmosphere. The pub also hosts live music on most Fridays and Saturdays, providing entertainment for fans before or after the match. Its central location and range of amenities make it a suitable spot for both home and away supporters.

Venue Details

Overall Rating
4.2
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Based on 381 Google Reviews
Opening Hours
  • monday11 AM–12 AM
  • tuesday11 AM–12 AM
  • wednesday11 AM–12 AM
  • thursday11 AM–12 AM
  • friday11 AM–1 AM
  • saturday11 AM–1 AM
  • sunday12 PM–12 AM
Address
79 Southchurch Rd, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2NL, United Kingdom
Phone
+44 1702 469400

Matchday Vibe

Outdoor seatingOnsite servicesTakeoutDine-inBar gamesGreat beer selectionKaraokeLive musicLive performancesCasualDogs allowed

Matchday Menu

Last updated from Google: June 15, 2026

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Rolls/Sandwiches

Egg MayoServed with Salad Garnish & Salted Crisps
£6.50
CheeseServed with Salad Garnish & Salted Crisps
£6.50
HamServed with Salad Garnish & Salted Crisps
£6.50
Tuna MayoServed with Salad Garnish & Salted Crisps
£6.50
Corned BeefServed with Salad Garnish & Salted Crisps
£6.50

10" Pizzas

MargheritaCheese & Tomato
£7.00
VegetarianMushroom, Onions,Peppers, Grated Mozzarella & Tomto. Sauce
£8.00
PepperoniSlices of Pepperoni with tomato sauce and grated Mozzarella
£9.00
Spicy BeefSpicy Beef, Red Onion, Chilli's, Jalapenos, Tomato Sauce and Grated Mozzarella
£10.00

Jacket Potatoes

CheeseServed with Salad Garnish
£7.50
BeansServed with Salad Garnish
£7.50
Tuna MayoServed with Salad Garnish
£7.50
ColeslawServed with Salad Garnish
£7.50
HamServed with Salad Garnish
£7.50
ChilliServed with Salad Garnish
£8.50

Sharing Plates

Sharing NachosServed with grated cheese, Salsa,, Siour Cream and Guacamole. Add Chilli for £2.00
£8.50
PloughmansContaining, Bread, Cheese, Egg, Pickeld Onions, Pork Pie, Salad, Ham, Coleslaw, Pickle, Mini gherkins & Grapes
£12.00

Small Snacks

Hot DogServed with ketchup, american mustard, & onions. Add Chilli for £2.00
£5.00
NachosServed with grated cheese, Salsa,, Siour Cream and Guacamole. Add Chilli for £2.00
£4.50
Cuppa Soup & Roll
£2.00

Recent Fan Reviews

jay nice
jay nice6 months ago
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Absolutely love this pub , amazing staff great atmosphere, the new owners have made it the place to be seen over the weekends , also they have live music every Friday and Saturday night from 8.30pm onwards , and if you’re a Karaoke fan on a Thursday and Sunday from 6pm onwards come and belt out you’re favourite songs , they are even dog friendly too , well worth a visit

Steve Horton
Steve Horton6 months ago
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Great pub and great atmosphere - was visiting from Kent, will definitely return especially if Hedgehog are playing - best night ive had for a long time

keaton harland
keaton harland8 months ago
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I visited this pub yesterday and was really impressed! The live entertainment was amazing, the service was friendly and quick, and they have a great selection of beers and spirits. I’d highly recommend it for anyone looking for a fun night out on a Friday or Saturday. (Great they had pork scratching)

Sean Pritchard
Sean Pritchard5 months ago
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Come in here for a few years now for a couple of lunch time drinks, it's amazing how much things have changed for the better. Bar staff are very friendly and attentive. So happy Claire is back.

Lucy Penn
Lucy Penn7 months ago
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Tan and Paul have made the cow and telescope great again . Very welcoming and always a good night . Service with a smile . Looking forward To when they have food on offer . Always a well stocked bar with quality wine

Venue details, matchday menus, and fan reviews are provided by Google Maps.