After a cocktail bar in Chelmsford? Hit The Bootmaker
Whenever I hit the town in Chelmsford, we start our night in The Bootmaker. A cocktail bar is always a good choice, whether you’re in a small city like Chelmsford or a huge spot like Newcastle, as it at least gives you the illusion of class before you lose your dignity at 2am. I feel lucky enough to have visited just weeks before the pandemic started – my friends and I sipped Gin and Tonics and Pornstar Martinis, listening to mainstream tracks, and surrounded by happy, handsome people. During the day, you can still visit The Bootmaker, but the dynamic is completely different. Swap the party atmosphere for a dog-friendly…
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