Top Bar

A part of your SU Membership. We are 1 part fun, 1 part relaxed and garnished with sophistication. For those who prefer to sip over swig, this is your bar to savour the moment. Any profit made is spent on you.

Day	Term Time Opening Hours	Holiday Opening Hours
Monday	11:30 - 23:00	CLOSED
Tuesday	11:30 - 23:00	CLOSED
Wednesday	11:30 - 23:00	CLOSED
Thursday	11:30 - 23:00	CLOSED
Friday	11:30 - 23:00	CLOSED
Saturday	CLOSED	CLOSED
Sunday	CLOSED	CLOSED

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Top Bar is available for event booking and private hire. Please email to find out more.

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OUR MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is simple; to provide a space where you can kick back after a day of lectures. We’re the bar of choice for the chilled, laid-back student who enjoys a quality tipple.

Created and run by Essex students for Essex students. With pool tables and darts and our SU family always on hand to prepare your favourite drink. Any profit made is spent back on our members.

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HOW TO FIND US

📌 Situated in Square 4, through the door near Everything Essex, it is situated next to Fusion.

For step free access from Square 4 enter the building at 4N. Take the lift to Floor 6.

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