ThursdaysEvery week, 8pm to 10.30pm
Jazz in the arches
A piano and double bass duo. No ticket needed. Booth bookings recommended.
Sample photoMothlightCocktail bar in Chelmsford, under Duke Street
Twelve drinks that change with the season, a low-lit room for 60, and a bartender who'll make you something off the list if you ask.
25We run Challenge 25Two minutes from Chelmsford station
This season's list
Autumn 2026. Every drink with what's in it, how much spirit, the strength and the price.
Mothlight
BrightLondon dry gin, white port, pear, elderflower, lemon, egg whiteAllergens: egg, sulphites
14% ABVSpirit 40ml. Coupe, 130ml
£11.50
Lamp Oil
BitterRye whiskey, amaro, maple, orange bitters. Stirred, over one big cubeAllergens: none of the 14
27% ABVSpirit 50ml. Rocks, 90ml
£12.50
Night Garden
LongVodka, cucumber, basil, lime, sodaAllergens: none of the 14
7% ABVSpirit 35ml. Highball, 250ml
£10.50
Copper Hour
SilkyAged rum, banana, cold brew coffee, creamAllergens: milk
16% ABVSpirit 45ml. Coupe, 120ml
£12
Underwing
SmokyMezcal, blanco tequila, hibiscus, lime, agaveAllergens: none of the 14
17% ABVSpirit 45ml. Rocks, 110ml
£12
Some cocktails contain egg white, milk or nuts, and wine and vermouth contain sulphites. Each drink lists its allergens. Please ask us before you order if you have an allergy.
Sample photoThe room after dark
Fourteen steps down from Duke Street. Brick arches, low lamps, a long bar and four booths. It's quiet enough to talk.
- The bar12 stools
- Four booths4 to 6 each
- The Lamp Room, for hire18 seated
- Whole bar, standing60
What's on
Music on Thursdays, records on Sundays, and a class once a month.
14 NovSaturday, 2pm to 4pm
Martini class
Make three half-size martinis with our head bartender. Snacks included. Over 18s, ID needed.
SundaysEvery week from 6pm
Records on
Bring a record, we'll play a side. Soul, jazz and whatever you bring down.
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Find us
Lower ground floor, 14 Duke Street, Chelmsford CM1
- Two minutes' walk from Chelmsford station. Look for the brass lamp above the door.
- Fourteen stairs down, with a handrail. There's no lift, so we can't offer step-free access. Call us and we'll help where we can.
- The nearest car parks are a five-minute walk. Taxis wait at the station rank.
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5pm to 11pm |
| Wednesday | 5pm to 11pm |
| Thursday | 5pm to midnight |
| Friday | 4pm to 1am |
| Saturday | 4pm to 1am |
| Sunday | 4pm to 10.30pm |
These are our licensed hours. Last orders 30 minutes before close. Christmas hours go up here by 1 December.
We run Challenge 25. If you look under 25, we'll ask for photo ID: a passport, a photo driving licence or a card with the PASS hologram. No ID, no drink. Under 18s are welcome with an adult until 9pm, for soft drinks only.