AS the temperature starts to drop and we enter into jumper season, we have put together some of the cosiest pubs with a real fire, open fires and wood burners in Colchester.

With everyone reeling from the drop in temperature, people look to change their approach to the pub, looking for cosy settings.

Here are some of the best options you can choose with the winter months fast approaching.

Goat and Boot

The Goat and BootThe Goat and Boot (Image: Credited) This quaint pub is located at the bottom of East Hill in Colchester, with a cosy and compact feel.

During the winter months this pub is a great choice, with sports, plenty of seating and a heated smoking area.

Kings Arms

The Kings ArmsThe Kings Arms (Image: Credited) Popular Colchester pub The Kings Arms is a favourite for pub goers in winter as well as summer, with a warm feel throughout.

They have many heaters in the covered garden area for people to enjoy a drink or two. 

The Crown, Ardleigh

The Crown, ArdleighThe Crown, Ardleigh (Image: Credited) The Crown pub in Ardleigh, sits just off the A12, a popular choice for people who want an authentic feeling pub.

With a real fire and a warm atmosphere, the venue is perfect for those looking for a place to sit and have a couple and not worry about the cold.

White Hart Inn

White Hart InnWhite Hart Inn (Image: Credited) The White Hart Inn has two well used open log fires keeping guests warm throughout the winter months.

The pub is a popular family friendly destination and even has cards and board games for the use of visitors. 

The Artilleryman

ArtillerymanArtilleryman (Image: Credited) The Artilleryman Arms is a small pub which has a warm feel to it, with sports on display and a friendly atmosphere.

The pub poses a real fire and keeps its punters warm throughout the cold months.