Branch area pubs

• Aldeburgh
  • Aldeburgh Golf Club Saxmundham Road Aldeburgh IP15 5PE ku.oc.bulcfloghgrubedla@ofni(01728) 452890

    Aldeburgh Golf Club welcomes visitors to both the Championship and the River Course on weekdays and weekends throughout the year. Beginners and novices welcome. No handicap certificate required. Clubhouse and terrace opened in 1911 and includes a bar but a dress code is enforced (see website). Old Smoke room offers views of course. Food includes daily specials and sandwiches.

  • Brudenell Hotel Brudenell St Aldeburgh IP15 5BU ku.oc.letohllenedurb@ofni(01728) 452071

    A fine Victorian hotel over-looking the sea towards the southern end of town. Seafood and grill restaurant on the waterfront terrace and separate cocktail bar. Formerly the seaside residence of Lord Cardigan, whose family name was Brudenell.

  • Cross Keys Crabbe St Aldeburgh IP15 5BP ku.oc.smanda@hgrubedla.syekssorc(01728) 452637

    This 15th Century pub is set back from sea front and is one of the oldest buildings in the town. Steps down from road lead into a small seating area which leads to the main bar and a variety of other seating areas. Seafood is a speciality. The pub has close ties with nearby lifeboat. Please note that this pub only accepts payment by card - cash is not accepted. The pub includes three boutique guest bedrooms for bed and breakfast stays.

  • DP's Bar 106-108 High St Aldeburgh IP15 5AB (01728) 453530

    A restaurant and café during the daytime and a bar in the evening. There's a pop-up Thai restaurant in the courtyard. The bar caters mainly for locals and even has a dartboard. There are regular late night music sessions from local musicians and occasional open mic sessions. No Real Ale since March 2020.

  • Mill Inn 19 Market Cross Place Aldeburgh IP15 5BJ moc.liamg@hgrubedlannillim(01728) 452563

    A multi-roomed pub situated across the road from the 17th century Moot hall and seafront gardens, and close to the iconic fishermen's huts on the shingle beach. It's popular with locals and also tourists (including bikers, ramblers & bird spotters). Children aged 10 or over also welcome. Handy for refreshments after a stroll along the beach.

    The food offer specialises in locally caught fish and other local produce. Traditionally the landlord is a member of the lifeboat crew.

    The pub was originally built in the 16th century but substantially reconstructed in the mid 19th. The pub underwent a major internal refurbishment in early 2012. The bar counter was relocated to the back of the building (where an old dining area used to be) and a new restaurant with sea views was fitted out in the former front bar area. Other new drinking areas have also been created.

  • Old Generator Station King's Field, off Victoria Rd Aldeburgh IP15 5HY ku.oc.noitatsrotarenegdlo@ofni(01728) 453399

    The Community Centre sells GK IPA on hand-pump and is cheaper than the local pubs. Members of the public are welcome; I watched the Ryder Cup there. (information from Nick Holt)

  • Railway Inn Leiston Rd Aldeburgh IP15 5PP (01728) 453914

    A friendly locals' bar set away from the popular seafront area. Pub offers various food and drink promotions and occasional karaoke and quiz nights. The last train departed in 1966 and the station which gave the pub its name has long since been demolished.

  • Wentworth Hotel Wentworth Rd Aldeburgh IP15 5BD moc.hgrubedla-htrowtnew@yats(01728) 452312

    A quiet sea-front hotel run by same family since 1922, with an Egon Ronay recommended restaurant (11.30-2.30 + 7-9pm). Facilities include 38 rooms and a toilet for disabled customers.

  • White Hart 222 High St Aldeburgh IP15 5AJ moc.tenretnitb@dnarbd(01728) 453205

    Plenty of nautical memorabilia adorn this single wood panelled bar which used to be the public reading room. Next door to the town's renowned fish and chip shop and only a few yards from the beach, it is popular with both tourists and many locals. Occasional music and basic food options, such as sandwiches. Filled rolls are available behind the bar and in the summer there is a pizzeria in the garden 12:00 to 21:00.

  • White Lion Market Cross Place Aldeburgh IP15 5BJ (01728) 452720

    An imposing 3 star hotel with fine sea views, which has a pleasantly relaxing public bar, restaurant and disabled toilet. In early 2011 this well appointed hotel undertook a massive refurbishment.

• Alderton
  • Swan The Street Alderton IP12 3BL (01394) 813642

    A cosy "L" shaped single bar and dining space. The restaurant specialised in a fusion of English and Spanish food.

• Aldringham
  • Parrot Aldringham Lane Aldringham IP16 4PY moc.tcennoctb@mahgnirdlatorrap(01728) 830221

    A multi-level pub with a separate dining area. There is a low ceiling in the snug area. lots of exposed beams throughout. Large fireplace in main bar surrounded by various horse brasses. The pub also has a large garden where petanque is played. This is the oldest building in the parish, dating from the 17th century.

• Badingham
  • White Horse Low street Badingham IP13 8JR ku.oc.gnidartocdnassom@esrohetihweht(01728) 580107

    An attractive building set well back from the road and fronted with a large garden. There is a small public bar, plus a larger lounge & dining space. Outdoor pizza oven. There is a large outside drinking area, complete with a bowling green and a pillory.

• Barham
  • Sorrel Horse Old Norwich Rd Barham IP6 0PG ku.oc.esrohlerros@seiriuqne(01473) 830327

    Exposed beams and central fireplace give much character to this single bar open plan pub. There is a large garden with a children's play area. It's a popular eating place with an à la carte menu. There are occasional guest beers.

• Barking
  • Fox Barking Rd, Barking Tye Barking IP6 8HP (01449) 722241

    Currently open from Wednesday to Sunday, times unknown.

• Battisford
  • Punch Bowl Straight Rd, Battisford Tye Battisford IP14 2LQ (01449) 771646

    A timber framed pub with quarry-tiled floors throughout. There's a small "L" shaped public bar and a separate restaurant. The bar features a wood-burner and a real fire. There are regular themed food nights andegular music nights including Jazz on the first Sunday of every month and unplugged acoustic sessions every third Tuesday of the month. Quiz nights are held on the second Tuesday of the month. There's a beer festival in August. There are plans plans to add a shop and other facilities. The pub is at the far-western edge of the village, almost in Little Finborough. It was historically listed as being in Upper town, i.e. Combs. and is technically in that parish, as the boundary between Combs & Battisford runs through the car park in front of the pub. IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK FOR FOOD IN ADVANCE. The pub is run by a community-interest company on behalf of the village.

• Benhall
  • Benhall Social Club School Lane Benhall IP17 1HE (01728) 768140
• Bentley
  • Case is Altered Capel Rd Bentley IP9 2DW (01473) 805575

    Owned and run by the local community, this pub has a single bar serving two drinking areas, one with a wood burning stove, and a pretty beer garden with plenty of seating, some under cover. Various music evenings, including a monthly Open Mic Night are hosted along with a quiz night which is held on the last Saturday of the month. Traditional pub games are played including darts, cards and dominoes. Local artists' work is on display. Nearby (on some of the pub land) a new build local community shop is being run as a separate entity to provide basic groceries for the village. The pub holds the Cask Marque Award for serving great quality real ale and has a toilet accessible to disabled customers. AS THIS IS COMMUNITY RUN PUB AND DEPENDS UPON VOLUNTEERS IT MAY BE AN IDEA TO PHONE AND CHECK OPENING TIMES FIRST.

• Blaxhall
  • Ship School Rd Blaxhall IP12 2DY (01728) 688316

    A two bar pub on the edge of the "Suffolk Sandlings". This cosy, low ceilinged, timber framed building with simple tiled floors, benches and scrubbed tables, always offers a warm welcome with good ale and food. Cider is usually Old Rosie. The food menu is varied with many options on the chalkboards. Music sessions can occur on virtually any night of week, with several local folk groups and bands regularly playing here - see the pub's website for the latest details. Letting accommodation is available for those with time to explore this pleasant rural area. Holds the Cask Marque Award for serving great quality real ale. The pub has a toilet accessible to disabled customers.

• Bramford
  • Bramford & District Social Club 71-73 The Street Bramford IP8 4DX ku.oc.bulclaicosdrofmarb@tnemniatretne(01473) 745198

    NEW MEMBERS AND GUEST MEMBERS WELCOME The hub of the community for entertainment, dancing, indoor sports and lots of social activities. They welcome folks of all ages to become members. Please feel free to visit the club and pick up a membership application form. More details about club membership on the website. Greene King IPA is the regular real ale, and up to two guest beers, which often includes a beer from Adnams.

  • Bramford Cock The Street Bramford IP8 4ED moc.kooltuo@kcocdrofmarbeht(01473) 745498

    The building retains many original beams. It has a large garden with a children's play area. The core of the building is thought to date from the 16th century, with major 18th & 19th century alterations.

• Brantham
  • Bull Ipswich Rd Brantham CO11 1PN moc.liamtoh@yrenehcmeg(01473) 328248

    A popular 15th century pub with a long established reputation for food. The historic part of the building has wooden floors, an exposed timber frame and leaded windows. The garden incorporates a children's play area. Much of the pub is now used for dining during busy sessions. Themed food nights include popular steak nights. Quiz nights are held every second Tuesday of the month. There are a number of rumours about the history of the pub. It's said that some of its beams are timbers from ships that were part of the Spanish Armada. It's also rumoured that there was a smugglers' tunnel from the cellar to the foreshore. Breakfast: Tue-Fri 0930-1130

• Bromeswell
  • Unruly Pig Orford Rd (A1152) Bromeswell IP12 2PU ku.oc.gipylurnueht@ofni(01394) 460310

    A smart food orientated pub located close to a nature reserve and Woodbridge golf course. It was extensively refitted after a fire which hit the building soon after current owner took ownership. Cycle racks have been installed to make the pub extra suitable for cyclists exploring the area. Dog-friendly, with doggie treats always available. The owners are supporters of the local Riding for Disabled Centre at Hollesley.

  • Woodbridge Rugby Union Football Club Orford road Bromeswell IP12 2PP (01394) 460630

    Home of the Woodbridge Warriors and the Woodbridge Amazons18 teams. The club house is known as Hatchley Barn.

• Bucklesham
  • Shannon Bucklesham Rd Bucklesham IP10 0DR moc.liamtoh@tsagor(01473) 659512

    The pub is named after Admiral Brooke's ship, which saw action against the Americans in the early 19th century. Dogs are welcome in the bar area. Monday is home-made burger & beer night, Wednesday is curry night.

• Butley
  • Oyster Woodbridge Rd Butley IP12 3NZ (01394) 450313

    Now fully refurbished. Traditional rural pub with lots of character.

• Campsea Ashe
  • Duck Station Road Campsea Ashe IP13 0PT (01728) 746211

    This pub was originally part of the adjacent railway station buildings (Campsea Ash for Wickham Market). Accommodation is in a converted barn & cottage. It is family & dog friendly & offers home cooked food. Country markets are held weekly on Mondays on a nearby site. There are toilets accessible to disabled customers.

• Capel St. Mary
  • White Horse London Rd Capel St. Mary IP9 2JR ku.oc.oohay@nniesrohetihweht(01473) 313130

    A sizeable former coaching inn with a separate restaurant & cosy snug bar. The large former restaurant area now hosts a pool table instead. There's occasional live music in main bar. Usually 5 real ales on tap.

• Carlton
  • Poacher's Pocket Rosemary Ln Carlton IP17 2QS (01728) 602174

    A small pleasant country cottage style pub, which is hidden away well off the beaten track. Since mid-2021, it has been run by the same team behind the Darsham Fox.

• Cattawade
  • Ark Cattawade Street Cattawade CO11 1RH (01206) 396777

    Much of the space is taken up with a popular restaurant, with all day breakfast available anytime open and Sunday roasts. Bar area close to the main entrance. Two hand pumps. Regular Live music on Fridays with open Mic once a month (first Friday).

  • Crown The St Cattawade CO11 1RE (01206) 392800

    A cosy two bar pub which is located near to a large industrial area. Pool, darts, and cards (inclding regular poker nights). There are three beer festivals each year, including Easter, summer and winter events. The pub has good views across the nearby river Stour, looking across the estuary towards Essex. The access road & nearby ancient bridge was once part of the main road but has been by-passed for many years. When the Xylonite factory was active, the Crown had a special license that allowed it to stay open ten minutes longer than normal so workers there could get a drink after leaving work.

• Chelmondiston
  • Red Lion Main Rd [B1456] Chelmondiston IP9 1DX (01473) 780400

    The pub comprises a large single room which is part restaurant and part bar area. There is a garden to the rear.

• Chillesford
  • Froize The St Chillesford IP12 3PU (01394) 450282

    A comfortable Free House & restaurant with integral locally sourced delicatessen shop. The large outdoor seating area is popular with walkers & cyclists in the summer. There's a toilet accessible to disabled customers. The name, which as far as we can ascertain is unique, apparently comes from an Elizabethan filled pancake.

    To make a Bacon Froize Take eight Eggs well beaten, & a little Cream, & a little Flour, & beat them well together to be like other Batter, then fry very thin slices of Bacon, & pour some of this over, then fry it, & turn the other side, & pour more upon that, so fry it & serve it to the Table.

• Claydon
  • Crown 9 Ipswich Rd Claydon IP6 0AA ku.oc.gnikeneerg@3411(01473) 830289

    Large comfortable pub with emphasis on food. Children's play area in garden. Disabled toilet.

  • Greyhound 2 Ipswich Rd Claydon IP6 0AR (01473) 832547

    A traditional two bar pub. It's warm & cosy with regular entertainment and keen on pub games. There's a smart outdoor drinking area.

• Coddenham
  • Coddenham Country Club High Street Coddenham IP6 9PN (01449) 760577

    A members only club - providing a social hub for the local community. New members always welcome (annual single and family memberships at very reasonable cost)! Non member's welcome to come and try.

• Combs Ford
  • Cedars Needham Rd Combs Ford IP14 2AJ (01449) 612668

    The original 17th century Grade 2 listed building has been tastefully extended to provide modern hotel facilities. It was built as a farmhouse and converted into a restaurant in the late 1950s, becoming a hotel some time later. The entrance is on a spur road behind the main Needham Road.

  • Gladstone Arms 2 Combs Ford Combs Ford IP14 2AP ku.oc.smraenotsdalg@lrac(01449) 771608

    A large, open plan, single bar pub serving consistently good beer. It's situated just over half a mile from the centre of nearby Stowmarket. For fine weather drinking, the beer garden is located beside a small stream (the River Rat).

    It is a sister pub to the Dove Street Inn in Ipswich and loyalty card holders from the Dove Street Inn may use them here.

    As well as a range of up to eight cask beers plus a range craft keg ales, there are four or five ciders and a wide range of lagers, imported foreign beers and whiskies. Cask beers are served through hand-pumps.

    Online beer list available at Untappd.

    Sky Sport and TNT Sport are shown.

    There's a toilet accessible to disabled customers. Real Time Beer List on Untappd.

  • Magpie 1 Combs Ford Combs Ford IP14 2AP moc.liamg@kloffus.eipgam(01449) 612727

    A large Free House, serving up to 3 real ales

    It offers a variety of drinking areas including two main bars and a garden, and has an interesting range of food in the restaurant.

    There's a full traditional Carvery every Sunday (with 3 meats carved for you and you can help yourself to fresh vegetables). Booking is always advisable to secure a table.

    There's live entertainment most Fridays, from bands to karaoke, all semi professionals, including Jazz, Soul, Motown, Reggae, rock, etc with the occasional Sunday afternoon Jazz, and Friday/Saturday music.

    The building dates from the early 17th century, with late 20th century alterations.

    There's an annual gin festival, with over 240 different types available.

  • Meadlands Recreation Club 93 Needham Rd Combs Ford IP14 2AL moc.liamg@cersdnaldaemwots(01449) 773376

    A recreational social club (originally for ICI Paints). Membership is open to all. Non-members must be signed in.

• Copdock
  • Best Western Ipswich Hotel Old London Rd Copdock IP8 3JD (01473) 209988

    Modern hotel complex with a lounge bar & restaurant. Hotel offers full conference facilities & 76 bedrooms (including 2 mini-suites). Fully licensed for civil ceremonies & holds various regular functions such as antique markets etc.

• Creeting St. Mary
  • Alder Carr Farm Shop Creeting St. Mary IP6 8LX ku.oc.mrafrracredla@ofni(01449) 720820

    Farm shop that sells a large selection of local real ales

  • Highwayman Norwich Road Creeting St. Mary IP6 8PD ku.oc.liamtoh@041namyawhgiheht(01449) 760369

    Refurbished to a high standard, this pub still retains many original features in two small front rooms, whilst a "Suffolk Barn" style extension hosts a modern bar & restaurant. Outside, the large garden also provides a children's play area. There's a toilet which is accessible to disabled customers, and baby changing facilities.

• Cretingham
  • Bell The St Cretingham IP13 7BJ moc.tcennoctb@llebmahgniterc(01728) 685419

    As of 28 July 2021 this Pub is now open all week and only closes on Sunday evening. The temporary undercover seated area outside is still being used as well as the indoor restaurant which is now open. Offers a simply furnished but comfortable public bar and a larger & characterful restaurant/lounge. Exposed oak beams throughout and a large fireplace with wood-burner in each bar. Scrubbed wooden floors in bar areas, tiled floor in restaurant. Popular for food.

• Crowfield
  • Rose Debenham Road Crowfield IP6 9TE (01473) 890368

    After eight years closed, the Rose reopened in April 2019. The old interior has been completely ripped-out and the pub has been refurbished inside and out. There are four lines for Real Ales (two will be in use initially) and there may also be guest ales in polypins. There's a separate restaurant area (the landlady already has a successful catering business in Bramford) and a nice outside drinking area.

• Darsham
  • Fox Fox Ln Darsham IP17 3QE (01728) 668436

    Small pub with two drinking areas served by a single bar. Booking essential for restaurant. Food quality and service is very good.

• Dennington
  • Dennington Queen B1116 Dennington IP13 8AB ku.oc.oohay@neeuqnotgninned(01728) 638241

    Large timber framed building set back from road & close to church. Spacious dining areas & a small retained drinking area.

• Dunwich
  • 12 Lost Churches Minsmere Rd Dunwich IP17 3DQ ku.oc.syadilohesuohffilc@ofni(01728) 648282

    This is a bar & restaurant in the Cliff House Holiday Park, open to the public. It replaces the cliff House inn. The new bar has a number of eco-friendly features, for example it's heated by a ground heat source pump and the lighting system is almost all LED, drawing around 12 amps to cover the 8000 sq ft area.

  • Ship St James Street Dunwich IP17 3DT ku.oc.hciwnudtapihs@ofni(01728) 648219

    Once a haunt of smugglers, the Ship at Dunwich isn't just a great place to eat, drink, relax & get away from it all; it's also part of a great local story. There are comfortable, traditionally furnished rooms, some with great views across the sea marshes. 16 letting rooms and a tiled bar with simple wooden furniture and wood-burner. The menu is extensive. The pub has an enormous garden, dotted with fruit trees (including a 300 year old fig tree) and the beach really is just a couple of minutes walk away. There's music each month (on last Thursday). Beers are from local brewers. Beer Festivals are held in March & September.

• Earl Soham
  • Victoria The St (A1120) Earl Soham IP13 7RL (01728) 685758

    A splendid traditional pub, set back from road behind a small green, which although recently refurbished retains much character. Simple wood furnishings, candles on scrubbed tables, bare floorboards and a large fireplace (recently fitted with a wood-burner) provide an effective back-drop to the excellent beer that was once brewed behind the pub, but which is now brewed in Debenham (a couple of miles away). Home made, good value meals are available from a very varied menu at both lunchtimes & evenings (see chalkboards). The pub can get busy, especially at weekends, but is definitely worth a visit. There's occasional live music. Poker dice is played.

• East Bergholt
  • Carrier's Arms Heath Rd East Bergholt CO7 6RA moc.tenretnitb@smrasreirrac(01206) 298392

    A large fireplace & beamed ceilings hint at the building's historic origins - being 14th century in one half & 15th century in the other - but it has been much altered since. Lunchtime & evening meals every day and on Sunday evenings. They also serve Sunday roast & bar snacks at lunchtimes. In the garden is a large pond full of very large koi carp. There's also a large car park and a large, fully fenced garden.

  • Hare & Hounds Heath Rd East Bergholt CO7 6RL (01206) 298438

    A fine pargetted ceiling in the main bar dates from about 1590, whilst other bar is more intimate. There's a large garden.

  • Lion Brasserie The St East Bergholt CO7 6TB ku.oc.tlohgrebtsaenoileht@snoitavreser(01206) 803406

    An attractive and lively restaurant (which still retains a bar) in the village centre, close to the church. The building is believed to date from the 17th century, though many alterations have been made since.

  • Royal Oak East End Ln East Bergholt CO7 6XA ku.oc.ykcideht@ofni07979 655515

    A traditional drinking pub. Darts, crib and petanque are played. There's a quarry tiled "L" shaped main bar which leads to a quiet covered patio area. Local sketches are framed and displayed on the walls. An unspoilt snug bar was closed for many years. The pub is located away from main village settlement in a small hamlet close to a popular caravan & camping site. The nickname, "Dickie" is a Suffolk dialect word for a Donkey. A bar snacks menu is available, and a food truck offering pizza is at the pub every other Saturday from 3pm-8pm.

• Eastbridge
  • Eel's Foot Leiston Rd Eastbridge IP16 4SN ku.oc.liamtoh@nnitoofsleeeht(01728) 830154

    A wonderfully cosy pub with a wood-burner and many seating areas, which despite its popularity with visitors to the area, retains an old-world charm. Excellent home-cooked, locally sourced food is available and a large multi-tiered garden and car-park is to rear. There's a toilet which is accessible to disabled customers. Accommodation is available (with en-suite facilities) to the rear of the building. Local musicians play on Thursday evenings and a traditional folk night is hosted on the last Sunday of the month. There's a petanque festival each year and an early August garden festival. Everything a country pub should be!

• Easton
  • White Horse The Street Easton IP13 0ED ku.oc.esrohetihwnotsae@olleh(01728) 746456

    An attractive 18th century building with a drinking area to th front and a bar area towards the back. It looks small & quaint from the outside, but is deceptively spacious inside. The pub has a good reputation for food. It also offers a supply of magazines & books plus some board games.

• Elmsett
  • Rose & Crown The St Elmsett IP7 6PA (01473) 658482

    A friendly, family run pub. There's a large outdoor drinking area with good play facilities for children. It has a modern, comfortable, open-plan interior with Sky TV.

• Felixstowe
  • Alex 123 Undercliff Rd West Felixstowe IP11 2AF ku.oc.rabefacxela@reganam(01394) 288000

    A popular seafront café / bar / nightclub.

  • Boardwalk Undercliff Road West Felixstowe IP11 2AB (01394) 284680

    A bar on the pier, which opened late July 2017 as part of refurbishment works.

  • Cork 129 Undercliff Rd West Felixstowe IP11 2AQ (01394) 283562

    A first floor bar set in part of the former Grand Hotel, giving splendid views of the North Sea from the balcony and some other vantage points. Access is via the old main hotel entrance and stairs. Live music Thursday, Friday & Saturday evening.

  • Dolphin 41 Beach Station Rd Felixstowe IP11 2EY (01394) 282261

    A traditional bar with accommodation, located close to the former Felixstowe Beach railway station which once offered easy access to the ferry terminus for foot passengers. The Dolphin is Suffolk's most southerly pub.

  • Felixstowe Conservative Club 28 High Road West Felixstowe IP11 9JB (01394) 282633
  • Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club Ferry Road Felixstowe IP11 9RY (01394) 286834

    Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club welcomes Members, Visitors and Guests. With spectacular sea views and a comfortable lounge and dining room. Sunday roast lunches are served monthly with a choice of two or three courses with a vegetarian option also available.

  • Felixstowe Royal British Legion Club Goyfield House, 39 Mill Lane Felixstowe IP11 2NL (01394) 283733

    Membership is open to everyone, especially if you have an interest in the objectives of the Legion and want to help and support those who have served and their families. More details about club membership on website.

  • Felixstowe Trades & Labour Club 182 High Road West Felixstowe IP11 9BB (01394) 282108

    Membership of the Club is open for all to apply. Members are then allowed to sign in up to two guests twice in three months. The club is CIU affiliated.

  • Felsto Arms 8 Sea Rd Felixstowe IP11 2BB (01394) 671557

    A popular seafront bar which is often used by both local drinkers and holidaymakers who often help to create a friendly and convivial atmosphere. Live music on Friday and Sunday evenings. Up to two changing beers are served.

  • Fludyers Hotel Undercliff Rd East Felixstowe IP11 7LU ku.oc.sreydulfeht@tnaruatser(01394) 691929

    Much-extended to incorporate a "boutique" hotel, but still retaining a Real Ale bar open to the public. There's a modern outside terrace with fantastic sea views! Regular Sunday evening (free) Jazz nights feature top names such as Gilad Atzmon, Toni Kofi and Jim Mullen. See Jazz East for gig listings.

  • Grand 5 Bent Hill Felixstowe IP11 7DG moc.liamelgoog@ewotsxilefdnargeht
  • Grand 5 Bent Hill Felixstowe IP11 7DG 07873 774932

    All day Bar and Disco - regular late night DJ and comedy sessions till 2 or 3am

  • Grosvenor 25-31 Ranelagh Rd Felixstowe IP11 7HA ku.oc.gnikeneerg@5896(01394) 284137

    A family run hotel, refurbished and extended. Lively at weekends. Food (12 - 9.30). Theres's a 10% discount on Real Ales for Camra members.

  • Hopsters Unit 22 Beach Street Micklegate Road Felixstowe IP11 2AB moc.sretspohym@ewotsxilef

    An al fresco bar in the recently refurbished Beech Street food and entertainment complex that opened in June 2021. Currently offering an ever changing selection of craft beers in cans and on draft. Card only payments I.e. no cash is taken at the bar. May close early if weather is bad, especially during winter months. Nearby a wide range of other food vendors offer everything from traditional fish and chips to Thai noodles, vegan burgers or pizza. NOTE: Hopsters started in Ipswich and their mission is quite simple: they aim to offer a wide selection of the newest and the best craft beers from around the country and beyond for their customers to enjoy. This new venture also offers a large outdoor drinking and dining area close to the waterfront. Some other cafes in the town and elsewhere now have pop-up fridges of beer regularly restocked by Hopsters.

  • La Vida Sea Road Felixstowe IP11 2DN (01394) 547172

    A bar in Manning's amusements, which opened as Copa's about September 2018 and was renamed mid 2022.

    Note that the entrance is well-hidden and difficult to spot from the road. It's behind the large fountain on the forecourt.

  • Little Wine Bar 187 Hamilton Road Felixstowe IP11 7DT ku.oc.rabeniwelttileht@ofnI(01394) 246148

    A small wine bar and bottle shop. Originally on Walton High Street, moved to Hamilton Road early in 2024.

    Children are not permitted.

  • One 29 129 Undercliff Rd West Felixstowe IP11 2AQ

    This is a separate ground-floor bar in the same building as the Cork Bar.

  • Orwell Hotel Hamilton Rd Felixstowe IP11 7DX ku.oc.letohllewroeht@snoitavreser(01394) 285511

    A large Victorian hotel close to the town centre. It has a small bar area and large sumptuous lounge areas. There's a separate restaurant with carvery on Sundays. It also caters for vegetarian, vegan gluten free or dairy free diets.

  • Queen's Head Orwell Rd Felixstowe IP11 7PF moc.ewotsxilefesuohelawpm@ofni(01394) 278443

    Described as "Marco Pierre White’s Ale House", serving "traditional" pub grub, it's also home to "Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill". The hotel accommodation is called "Hotel Coco".

  • Spa Lounge Undercliff Rd West Felixstowe IP11 2AQ (01394) 336336

    The Spa Theatre (reopened in 2016) has two bars: the Spa Lounge, inside the theatre complex and the Terrace Brasserie & Bar on ground level adjacent to the promenade.

  • White Horse 33 Church Road Felixstowe IP11 9NF (01394) 277496

    A traditional pub serving fine ales and delicious wines with scrumptious home made food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Lots of seating is available around a central bar area. On Wednesdays there is a regular folk night along with regular live music most weekends. Food from Wed to Sun with takeaways also available. Outside there's more seating and enclosed beer garden. Families and dogs are welcome. Holds the Cask Marque Award for serving great quality real ale.

  • Wine Boutique 141 Hamilton Rd Felixstowe IP11 7BL

    Principally an off licence, but now with wine and packaged beers by the glass. An interesting range of beers is available, sometimes including Belgians that aren't often seen elsewhere.

• Felixstowe Ferry
  • Ferry Boat Inn Ferry Rd Felixstowe Ferry IP11 9RZ moc.liamg@taobyrref.ofni(01394) 284203

    An old, nautically themed pub with a beamed ceiling, large flag stone floor and a large open fireplace which forms an impressive central feature. There are several seating areas. Popular for food. The pub's bar is remarkably tall; perhaps to resist flooding? A mark on the wall shows the water level reached during the 1953 Great Flood. A function room seats up to 40 people. The pub has a toilet for disabled customers.

• Foxhall
  • Miller & Carter Steakhouse Felixstowe Rd Foxhall IP10 0DF (01473) 659210

    A large roadside restaurant. Large car park. It was rebuilt as a large open plan bar and restaurant in the 1980s after a fire destroyed the original building. The old Shepherd and Dog was renamed Miller & Carter Steakhouse in March 2016, erasing over 165 years of pub history. The restaurant still retains a small bar and drinking area where it isn't necessary to eat.

• Framlingham
  • Castle Inn Church St Framlingham IP13 9BP moc.tcennoctb@mahgnilmarfnnieltsac(01728) 724033

    A single storey cottage style building, close to the castle and church. Holds the Cask Marque Award for serving great quality real ale.

  • Crown Hotel Market Hill Framlingham IP13 9AP ku.oc.mahgnilmarfnworc@ofni(01728) 723521

    A well appointed 13th century coaching inn on the market square, with small separate drinking bar to the right-hand side of the building. Some 16th century wattle and daub is displayed on the bar wall. The beer selection tends to change amongst those listed, with other beers only when these are unavailable.

  • Railway Inn 9 Station Rd Framlingham IP13 9EA (01728) 724760

    A large, traditional two bar pub with wooden furnishings. Now a Free House since being sold by Adnams (2015). The main bar at the front is traditionally furnished. There's a games and sports bar to the rear with a pool table and Sky & BT sport on TV. Lunchtime and evening food is available. There's a toilet which is accessible to disabled customers.

    Opening hours Mon-Wed: 1600-2200 Thu: 1400-2300 Fri-Sat: 1200-"late" Sun:1200-2100

  • Station Hotel Station Rd Framlingham IP13 9EE moc.tenretnitb@noitatsmarf(01728) 723455

    A comfortable bar with a wood burner, set in the former station buffet. Today the main room is dominated by the central bar counter which includes a classic set of fine Edwardian hand-pumps. It also includes a small snug and an attractive outdoor drinking area. The pub can be very cosy in the winter when the fire is lit. It can be very popular at weekends especially as it has an established trade for locally sourced, freshly prepared food (12-2pm and 6.30-9pm) together with an interesting range of quality wines. There's an annual beer festival with live music. Well worth a visit especially as the town still has a better bus service than most of local area.

• Freston
  • Boot Freston Hill (B1456) Freston IP9 1AB (01473) 780722

    Offering a comfortable bar area with various extensions to provide space for a large kitchen and restaurant. Also offers a brunch menu on Sunday mornings from 10am to 11am. Draught cider on hand pump alongside a changing selection of both hand pumped beers and craft beers. Only accepts cashless payments for food and drinks. Outside the entire site has been re-landscaped and improved with new car parking areas, landscaped garden areas, a new wide screen cinema room, a large pub allotment that now provides some of the pub vegetables and a pond with ducks. The core of the building is thought to date from the 17th century, with 18th or 19th century extensions to the left and a 20th century extension to the right. Reopened in early July 2018 after a major building and site refurbishment. Had previously been closed since 2010.

• Friston
  • Old Chequers Aldeburgh Rd Friston IP17 1NP moc.liamtoh@sreuqehCnotsirFehT(01728) 688039

    The Old Chequers is a country pub with dining. A modern twist on a family run pub with traditional log burner and a warm welcome to all. The Old Chequers is child and dog friendly (for well behaved ones!). There is a rear enclosed patio area - a sun trap in good weather, and bench seating to the front opposite the village green. There is a large car park to the front and access for disabled is good being all on one level. The Old Chequers serves 2 regular real ales and a guest ale when demand is good and a good selection of lagers, ciders & wines. Booking recommended at weekends. May close early in evenings if quiet. Current landlord plans to offer regular music nights, featuring bands including his own group.

    Opening hours: Mon: 1700-2000 Tue: closed Wed-Sat: 1200-1500, 1700-"late" Sun: 1200-2000

• Great Bealings
  • Seckford Golf Club Seckford Hall Road Great Bealings IP13 6NT (01394) 388000

    The Terrace restaurant is a dining venue open to both Members and the General Public for breakfasts, lunches and snacks or simply drinks. Dress code (see website for more details).

  • Seckford Hall Seckford Hall Rd Great Bealings IP13 6NU (01394) 385678

    A classic Elizabethan country house (dating from about 1553) that is now run as a luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, splendid gardens & various leisure facilities. The Bunn family acquired the Hall in 1950 & established it as a first class hotel & restaurant which they still run today.

• Great Finborough
  • Chestnut Horse High Rd Great Finborough IP14 3AT (01449) 674688

    A good village local. There's a separate restaurant alongside a comfortable bar. The annual race of the bogmen is held locally on Easter Mondays and historical memorabilia is on display in the pub. Now a freehouse, with all Greene King branding removed when visited in May 2015. Still offering a homeworker food menu including pies and desserts.

• Great Glemham
  • Crown The St Great Glemham IP17 2DA moc.liamg@mahmelgtaergnninworc(01728) 663693

    Refurbished into an excellent multi-roomed pub with wood-burners and traditionally tiled floors. Many lovely seating areas and up to six beers during busy summer months (at least four during quieter periods). Regular acoustic music sessions, Also cater for private parties and local community lunch once a month. Breakfast 9-11 Sat & Sun. All food cooked on the premises and includes a la carte and bar snacks (also open BH Mondays - check website). There's a toilet accessible to disabled customers.

• Great Wenham
  • Queen's Head The Row Great Wenham CO7 6PU (01473) 310590

    A remotely located Victorian cottage-style pub with a large separate restaurant. Home made curries created to authentic recipes have been a house speciality for many years, with over 30 styles on menu. Other cuisine is also available; the ploughman's lunch is well-thought of. In recent years, the pub has been stocking a selection of bottled Belgian beers. There is a small enclosed garden to rear. There is a toilet accessible to disabled customers. Dogs are welcome, but only on the forecourt.

    Opening times: Thursday: 1400 onwards Friday: 1400 onwards Saturday: 1200-1430, 1830 onwards Sunday: 1200-150

• Grundisburgh
  • Dog The Green Grundisburgh IP13 6TA (01473) 735267

    A large, two bar pub located opposite the village green. The basic public bar (to the left) retains a flagstone floor whilst the more plush lounge bar is also used as a restaurant.

• Hadleigh
  • Cobblers 76 High Street Hadleigh IP7 5EF

    This former estate agent office has been transformed into a two storey food and drink destination. Wine, spirits, non-alcoholic drinks plus a range of breakfast and lunchtime food options including omelettes, light snacks and cakes.

  • Cock 89 George St Hadleigh IP7 5BP moc.liamg@rc.2rsirhc(01473) 822879

    A popular back street, two roomed pub which has been run as a free house for many years. The main bar has a wood-burner whilst the public bar has a pool table. There's regular live music and a quiz on Tuesday evening.

  • Eight Bells 90 Angel St Hadleigh IP7 5DD moc.liamg@hgieldahsllebthgieehT(01473) 822234
  • George 52 High Street Hadleigh IP7 5AL moc.liamg@esbsnniortem(01473) 822151

    A traditional wooden beamed hostelry that occupies a very prominent position on the main street. The single main bar is decorated with numerous prints and paintings. It has no machines but does have piped music and traditional pub games. It is also family friendly and welcomes children. There is regular live music on Saturday evenings. A Greene King tenancy, but with genuine guest beers.

  • Hadleigh & Disrt Royal British Legion Club 2 St Georges Street Hadleigh IP7 5BB (01473) 824874

    Membership is open to everyone, especially if you have an interest in the objectives of the Legion and want to help and support those who have served and their families. More details about club membership on website.

  • Hadleigh United Football Club Tinker's Lane Hadleigh IP7 5NF (01473) 822165

    Clubhouse consists of Main Function Room with fully licensed bar, small separate hospitality room (used on match days ), both rooms are available for hire, see website for details.

  • King's Head 90 High St Hadleigh IP7 5EF (01473) 805794

    A large comfortable Grade 2 listed building with a single large bar, located in the centre of town.

• Hasketon
  • Turk's Head Low Rd Hasketon IP13 6JG ku.oc.noteksahdaehskruteht@ofni(01394) 610343

    The pub retains a cosy two room timber framed bar but now incorporates a large new restaurant and kitchen to the rear. The main drinking area near the bar has a large fireplace with a wood burner fitted. There are three to five beers on hand-pump, which change regularly. An annual beer festival is held in the summer. The two acre garden includes a large outdoor seating area, two beautiful Petanque pistes, an outdoor fireplace, bicycle racks a and new large parking area. The pub is renowned for its Sunday lunches. During the week the pub is open for tea/coffee & cake from 11am. There are also quiz nights and themed food nights.

• Henley
  • Cross Keys Main Road Henley IP6 0QP

    A prominent 3 bar village pub which sought to provide a wide range of facilities for the local community. Although the building only dates from 1916, a pub has stood on this site much longer; the original building was burned down.

    After many years closed, and several attempts to get a change of use, it has finally been sold to someone who wants to run it as a pub; a new license has been granted and renovation work is well underway, so we anticipate reopening in the near future.

• Hintlesham
  • George George St Hintlesham IP8 3NH ku.doofhg@ofni(01473) 652408

    A modern pub/restaurant that retains a small flagstoned floor area near the bar. Many fixtures & fittings come from a local church which was demolished. There's an outdoor drinking & play area. Special events include themed food evenings. A quiz is held every Thursday evening (8-10pm). The pub may close an hour either side of published times depending on how busy it is.

  • Hintlesham Hall Golf Club George Street Hintlesham IP8 3JG (01473) 652761

    An award winning clubhouse which offers space and comfort for almost all occasions including those for corporate guests requiring a suitable venue for business events or more informal engagements. A fully licensed bar from 8am every day which has a great bar menu.

• Holbrook
  • Swan The St (off main Rd) Holbrook IP9 2PZ (01473) 327231

    A cosy and friendly drinking haunt near the village hall and local shops. The interior was fully refurbished a few years ago in a traditional style.

    No food, other than bar snacks. Takeaway pizza is available in the driveway on Wednesdays and fish & chips are available in the community car park on Thursday. Customers are welcome to bring their takeaways from these into the pub. "If you would like to being food into the pub at any other time, please check with use first, especially if you are sitting outside. Remember Dave the pub dog is a Labrador and driven by food and the rustle of food packaging!"

• Hollesley
  • Shepherd & Dog The Street Hollesley IP12 3QU (01394) 411855

    A popular community pub in the middle of the village.

• Ipswich
  • Arbor House 43 High Street Ipswich IP1 3QL (01473) 219660

    A stylish single bar pub close to Ipswich Museum. Originally called the Arboretum, it was renamed in 2016. The name derives from the nearby arboretum (tree garden) in Christchurch Park. There are generally two or three, well-kept, cask beers available; normally at least one of which is a seasonal ale from a local brewer. There are also several craft keg ales on tap, as well as an imaginative selection of craft cans. The pub also offers an enclosed patio to rear of the bar and a function room upstairs.

    Online beer list available at Untappd.

  • Arcade Street Tavern 1 Arcade Street Ipswich IP1 1EX ku.oc.nrevatedacra@ofni(01473) 805454

    A stylish and quirky multi-roomed café bar, with a traditional wooden interior, close to the Corn Exchange. There's an emphasis on craft beers, plus two hand-pumps with ever changing Real Ales and a selection of about 130 imported bottled beers. No house food but the bar hosts "street food Fridays" in conjunction with various other local traders - see the website for details. There are sizeable outside heated seating areas and 2 function rooms - one often used for cutting edge product launches the other more private upstairs. Wide variety of gins plus artisan coffee available. Themed evenings such as vinyl and DJ nights - plus occasional electro/swing sessions.

    Only card payments accepted; no cash. Online beer list available on Untappd.

    The closing times may be earlier or later depending on the number of customers.

  • Bar Twenty One 11 St Nicholas St Ipswich IP1 1TH (01473) 213010

    Music/tapas bar.

  • Belstead Arms Radcliffe Drive Ipswich IP2 9QU (01473) 805252

    A large, comfortable 1960s estate pub.

  • Belstead Brook Manor Hotel Belstead Rd Ipswich IP2 9HB (01473) 684241

    A lounge bar in a 4* hotel which is set in 9 acres of woodland on outskirts of town. Jacobean panelling in the dining room is a reminder of the original 16th Century hunting lodge still at the heart of this modern hotel. There are 88 ensuite rooms available. Now accessed via modern nearby housing estates - but it is very well signposted from A14.

  • Bin 93 93 Fore Street Ipswich IP4 1JZ (01473) 874767

    Primarily a wine merchant, but also offering an on-sales service to lounge seating. Last orders at 9pm. Alongside the large wine selection, a good range of canned and bottled craft beers is also available either to drink in or take home.

  • Black Horse 29 Black Horse Ln Ipswich IP1 2EF moc.nedragsrelppit@ekim(01473) 225302

    Under new management since August 2022. 3 Cask Ales changing most months. Renovation is ongoing and the carpark has been replaced with the beginnings of a beer garden. No juke box or fruit machines, just a traditional country pub with a real fire, sofas, board games and in the back a pool table (pool free with your drink on Tuesdays, pool team practice on Sundays). There is also a dartboard and TV but they are also in the back. Hot food is served everyday. The pub offers gaming areas and various seating areas including an outside patio. There's often live music at weekends. Although the building has been a pub "only" since about 1689, it was standing for some time before that; historians believe that Thomas Wolsey was born here or close to here in approximately 1473. It is believed to be the oldest pub of this name in East Anglia.

  • Bloom Lounge 32 Tacket Street Ipswich IP4 1BA ku.oc.egnuolmoolbeht@ofni

    A cocktail bar which opened late in 2019, in a shop-unit which has had various bars in it over the years. No Real Ale.

  • Brewers Arms 18 Orford St Ipswich IP1 3NS (01473) 790862

    A popular back street pub retaining two bars, a small & friendly front bar & a larger back bar with a pool table & other games. The garden was improved in 2021. No cask ales, but bottled ales (and keg Hobgoblin) are available.

  • Briarbank 70 Fore St Ipswich IP4 1LB (01473) 284004

    This is a modern public bar above the Briarbank brewery. The entrance is to the rear, accessed from the yard. The bar comprises a nicely furnished single room with a mixture of raised seating, comfortable bench seating and chairs around several wooden tables. The counter incorporates some barrels into its design and offers a range of Briarbank's own beers (up to 8) on hand pump and keg plus some guest beers There's live music (usually Jazz) on the third Sunday of each month. A second bar is also occasionally used in a small marquee in the adjoining yard during fine weather. Two beer festivals are organised annually - one at Easter the other in late August. Card only payments I.e. no cash is taken at the bar.

  • Brickmakers' Arms 315 Spring Rd Ipswich IP4 5ND (01473) 726608

    A popular two bar pub. The tiny and cosy snug at the front of the building contrasts with the much larger room to the side and rear. The pub has a toilet for disabled customers. Dogs are allowed in the garden only.

  • Bridgeward Club 68 Austin Street Ipswich IP2 8DF (01473) 688847

    Private members club. The hall seats 150 people and has a good dance floor area with a stage.

  • California Social Club 191-199 Foxhall Rd Ipswich IP3 8LB ku.oc.evil@bulclaicosainrofilac(01473) 727625

    A long-established social club, this has a reputation for good Real Ales, with four usually available at any one time. There's regular music in the rear function room. CAMRA members may use the club but must show a current membership card.

  • Case is Altered 341-343 Woodbridge Rd Ipswich IP4 4EZ (01473) 724093

    A large two bar pub.

  • Central Conservative Club St Stephens Church Lane Ipswich IP1 1DR (01473) 252545

    Friendy club in a town centre location. Separate snooker and games room. Pooular lunch menu. Always looking for new members to join and enjoy the facilities on offer. Often busy during daytime and on ITFC match days. Promotional membership recruitment offers. The dress code is defined as smart casual.

  • Clapgate Lane Constitutional & Conservative Club 199 Clapgate Lane Ipswich IP3 0RF moc.tcennoctb@cclc(01473) 728463

    A friendly, members social club with a great atmosphere and a large selection of competitively priced wines, beers and spirits. New members welcome.

  • Cock & Pye 13 Upper Brook St Ipswich IP4 1EG (01473) 254213

    A town centre pub with a nice façade but a heavily altered interior. It's a popular venue for live sport on TV and music at weekends. This is one of Ipswich's most ancient pubs; one of only 24 to appear on a town assessment of 1689. It seems that it was formerly far more extensive than the current building. The pub has a toilet for disabled customers.

  • Cosy Club Buttermarket Shopping Centre, St Stephen's Lane Ipswich IP1 1DT (01473) 596101

    A lounge bar and restaurant in the Buttermarket Centre, which opened in 2016. There are two handpumps on the first floor, selling Earl Soham and Cliff Quay beers when first noticed.

  • County 29 St Helen's St Ipswich IP4 1HH moc.liamtoh@kloffusfoytnuoceht(01473) 212929

    The pub operates as a bar and grill. The main single split level bar area includes a tasteful lounge area to one side and a separate seating area for diners. This is a Grade II listed building with an attractive Georgian façade, that overlooks the former County court buildings and county gallows (opposite) which were later used as council offices (until 2006).

    One of the most famous cases heard at the court was the divorce of Mrs Simpson in Oct 1936 which led to the abdication of King Edward VIII.

  • Cricketers 51 Crown St Ipswich IP1 3JA (01473) 225910

    A large town centre "Tolly Folly" pub opposite the Tower Ramparts bus station, operated by JD Wetherspoon. It has various seating areas around a central bar and kitchen and is popular at most times of the day. The patio area to the side includes a heated smoking area. There are regular beer festivals. The pub has a toilet for disabled customers. 50p per pint discount for CAMRA members with voucher and 20% discount on food to CAMRA members.

  • Curve Bar 58 Princes St Ipswich IP1 1RJ (01473) 212008

    A wine bar and dance club located close to the Willis Faber building. The building used to be an Army Recruitment Centre.

  • Distilled Republik 10 Tacket St Ipswich IP4 1AY (01473) 280000

    Late night bar of long standing. Originally called L'apres, it changed name to Zing in 2006. It was again renamed "The Wine Bar" mid-2012, after a short period of closure. The name changed again to "TWB" late-2015. The Distilled Republik name dates from about 2018 or 2019.

  • Dove Street Inn 76 St Helen's Street Ipswich IP4 2LA ku.oc.nniteertsevod@ofni(01473) 211270

    This popular multi-roomed pub has a tiny front bar, a large, a low ceilinged back room with oak beams & a lively but friendly main bar. A conservatory area was opened at the end of April 2009. The pub also offers covered seating in a large outdoor heated area to rear. A wide range of beers is always available on both hand-pump and on gravity. Beer range varies with regular local Milds, seasonal ales and unusual beers for the local area, including dark Porters, Stouts. Matured Adnams Tally Ho is sometimes featured together with many bitters, ciders & some imported beers. Three popular beer festivals are held each year. Food varies from hot & cold snacks to pies, curries, stews & vegetarian options. There are summer barbecues. Various buses pass the pub including 2, 5, 15 or 66 (from the town centre or railway station you may need to alight on nearby Woodbridge road). The Dove Street Brewery started brewing during July 2011. The pub now has a large selection of bottled beers from around the world and a wide range of gins. There's a toilet accessible to disabled customers.

  • Duke 212 Woodbridge Rd Ipswich IP4 2QP (01473) 216007

    This is a single L shaped bar with pool table and various seating areas including a small outside patio to side and a large new patio to rear of the parking area. This pub has a good selection of real ales from small local brewers including three mystery house beers. Also some bottled beers and draught craft beer. Regular live music sessions at weekends. Live music on Friday evenings and occasionally other days. Please either call in the pub or look at the social media sites.

    Opening hours are Mon-Wed: 1500-2300 Thu: 1200-2300 Fri-Sun: 1200-"late"

  • Earl Kitchener Hadleigh Rd Ipswich IP2 0ER (01473) 256463

    Large two bar pub with a log fire in winter months.

  • Falcon 1 Falcon St Ipswich IP1 1SH (01473) 808600

    Live music every Friday.

  • Fat Cat 288 Spring Rd Ipswich IP4 5NL moc.tcennoctb@hciwspitactaf(01473) 726524

    A popular small, multi-roomed real ale bar with no music and no games machines. The conservatory to the rear of the pub creates an airy space in contrast to the cosy bar areas and leads out to the pretty garden. Only two handpumps, but don't be fooled; there's an extensive range of well-kept Real Ales served direct from casks in the taproom. Look at the blackboards above the bar for a list of what's currently available. Regular favourites such as Adnams and Woodforde's are to be found alongside a changing range of ales from around the region and the country. There's also a small but carefully chosen range of Belgian bottled ales. In addition, there are two two craft keg ales available; usually Three Blind Mice Juice Rocket alongside another ever-changing ale. The pub regularly stocks four or five real ciders. The beer selection usually peaks on a Friday evening (with up to 18 available) and then drops back to about half that during early weekdays. Steep steps to get in, but a ramp is available for wheelchair users; please ask the staff to deploy it. But please note that the toilets in this Victorian pub are not accessible for wheelchair users. You're welcome to order a takeaway (not Friday or Saturday) and the pub will supply plates & cutlery. Please scrape your plates and leave them in the kitchen area afterwards. Always very popular and in the summertime many visitors head into the garden or onto the patio. Make sure to take time to explore the enamel signs and other artefacts scattered around the walls. No children under 14 allowed. Dogs are allowed but MUST be on a lead. There are monthly quiz nights on Mondays to raise money for local charities. Local branch Town Pub of the Year for 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023.

  • Flying Horse 4 Waterford Rd Ipswich IP1 5NW (01473) 879199

    A large multi-roomed estate pub with a large first floor function room and a very large garden to rear. It operates as a café during the day, with the bar opening at 1700.

  • Forge Kitchen smokehouse & bar 1-3 Duke St Ipswich IP3 0AE (01473) 232009

    Former chain restaurant, closed since April 2017, and recently (Dec 2017) reopened as an independent restaurant and bar.

  • Foxhall Community Centre Foxhall Rd Ipswich IP3 8LS (01473) 712544

    A sports and social club situated at the rear of the St Clements Hospital adjacent to the Golf Club.

  • Gainsborough Labour & Social Club 394 Landseer Road Ipswich IP3 9LX (01473) 710332

    A lively family friendly club of around 500 members with frequent entertainment. Members bars which are fully equiped with, jukebox, snooker table, pool table, fruit machines, dart boards and plasma TV's. Concert hall that has a modern feel with a grand sized dance floor and bar and can hold over 250 people.

  • Gardener's Arms 77 Fore Hamlet Ipswich IP3 8AB gro.drolcaasi@agt(01473) 231177

    A sports bar with many large screens around the single room. Pool table. Regular live music. The pub is owned by same company which also owns Isaac's and the Briarbank brewery and tap.

  • Gatehouse 799 Old Norwich Rd, Whitton Ipswich IP1 6LH moc.letohesuohetag@noitpecer(01473) 741897

    Regency style hotel with restaurant & bar.

  • Golden Hind 470 Nacton Rd Ipswich IP3 9NF (01473) 724025

    A Grade 2 listed "Tolly Folly" building with part of the building now used as a sports bar. There's a function room upstairs and a large garden to the rear. Under new management as of early 2020; we haven't yet surveyed to see what's changed. Visit the garden for the best view of the building's wonderful architecture; it's a classic Tolly Folly. Intriguingly, a recent (2016) landlord grew up next door to the Golden Hind in Cambridge - the only Tolly Folly outside Suffolk.

  • Greyhound 9 Henley Road Ipswich IP1 3SE ku.oc.hciwspidnuohyergeht@ofni(01473) 252862

    A popular two bar Adnams pub with a small patio and a car-park to the rear of the site. Just a short walk from the town centre and close to the town museum and Christchurch park. High quality, freshly prepared food is available. The cosy but basic front bar is quieter than the large, comfortable long side lounge bar. There is an outside drinking area for the summer. Sunday cooked breakfasts also available from 10-11.30am.

  • Halberd 15 Northgate St Ipswich IP1 3BY ku.oc.nnidreblah@ofni(01473) 809077

    A single, split level single bar with an interesting collection of bric-a-brack. A large outside patio is partly covered and sometimes used for live music. Inside, the pub is dominated by TV screens showing sport. It can be busy at weekends.

    Opening hours are Mon-Thu: 1000-2300 Fri-Sat: 1000-"late" Sun: 1200-2100

  • Hank's Dirty 66-68 St Helen's St Ipswich IP4 2LA moc.liamg@twnageV(01473) 845152

    A 17th century timber-framed building, altered in the 19th century. 100% vegan pub serving food and understood to sell keg beers and a guest cask ale. Cash is not accepted, all payments are by card.

  • Harp 213-215 Cauldwell Hall Rd Ipswich IP4 5AS (01473) 726902
  • Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell The Havens, Ransomes Europark Ipswich IP3 9SJ (01473) 272244

    A large modern hotel on the edge of town, close to the A14, with a small public bar.

  • Hopsters 16 St Nicholas Street Ipswich IP1 1TJ moc.sretspohym@olleh(01473) 806658

    Predominantly an off-license, selling a wide range of craft beers in bottles and cans. It's also possible to drink on the premises. Although inside space is limited, there's also a beer garden. There are also branches at Moulsham Street in Chelmsford and Beach Street in Felixstowe.

    Note that Tuesday opening hours may change in the near future.

  • Ipswich & Suffolk Club Archdeacon's House, 11 Northgate St. Ipswich IP1 3BX (01473) 252095

    A private members club that offers a varied range of social, sporting and fine dining benefits to its members and is also available for hire to both members and non-members. Various social events throughout the year.

  • Ipswich Golf Club Purdis Heath, Bucklesham Road Ipswich IP3 8UQ (01473) 728941

    A traditional members' club offering a warm welcome to visitors, societies and prospective members. Visitors are required to contact club to book and pay fees on day before play. Dress code enforced (see club website).

  • Isaacs 7 Wherry Quay Ipswich IP4 1AS gro.drolcaasi@eciffo(01473) 259952

    Grade II* listed, former Malting buildings including a splendid historical kiln. The two bars are on separate levels (one above other) with a large enclosed courtyard to the side. Increasingly popular as the dock area is being rejuvenated with new housing and university. Most of the building dates from the late 18th/early 19th century, though some parts are older. The pub was greatly extended in early 2009. The company also owns Briarbank Brewery in the old bank building on Fore Street. Card only payments I.e. no cash is taken at the bar.

  • Kingfisher Hawthorne Drive Ipswich IP2 0QX (01473) 689507

    A modern estate pub, under new management as of September 2024. Open daily 11am-"late".

  • Last Anchor New Cut East Ipswich IP3 0EA (01473) 214763

    A dockside bar on the "island", with a large single lounge bar and restaurant inside, and some outside seating adjacent to the historic wet dock, giving an excellent view of the old customs house. It was originally as much a bar as a restaurant, but of late has been concentrating on the restaurant trade.

  • Lattice Barn 975 Woodbridge Rd Ipswich IP4 4NX moc.liamg@hciwspibupnrabecittaleht(01473) 404102

    A large, multi-roomed pub close to Ipswich Hospital, that offers food and a selection of real ales. Unfortunately the barn from where it got its name disappeared early in the 20th century.

  • Locomotive Social Club (Ipswich) Rectory Road Ipswich IP2 8EG (01473) 688708

    The "Loco Club" is a CIU affiliated social club

  • Lord Nelson 81 Fore Street Ipswich IP4 1JZ ku.oc.hciwspinosleneht@ofni(01473) 407510

    Set in a small part of the historic port area still remaining. It retains a half timbered front with dormer windows. An unusual gravity dispense system is used which incorporates a row of old wooden casks to good effect and guarantees a temperature controlled real ale. Since mid-2017 the pub has been under the same management as the well-regarded Manningtree Red Lion. Ales are currently mainly from Adnams, though the plan is to source more from local micros. Families are welcome to mix with an interesting and diverse clientèle which includes international travellers attracted from the rejuvenated wet dock and students from the new university campus. Booking maybe required for Sunday roasts and a curry night every Wednesday. The building dates from the 17th century, though the brick frontage was added in the 20th to aid cleaning up after the many floods that affected the area. Originally called Noah's Ark, the name changed in about 1800 when Admiral Nelson was appointed High Steward of Ipswich.

  • Man on the Moon 86 Palmcroft Road Ipswich IP1 6RD (01473) 464182

    A popular estate pub with a large single bar and restaurant area. Food is from the Hungry Horse menu. Christmas club, occasional live music and various traditional pub games including pool and darts. Sport TV. The pub's name marks the fact that it opened just a couple of months before the Apollo 11 Moon landing.

  • Manning's 8 Cornhill Ipswich IP1 1DD (01473) 254170

    A narrow fronted 16th century town pub that has a lot of space in a long, narrow, wood panelled, single bar. Outdoor tables and chairs. It's popular on Friday & Saturday evenings.

  • Manor Club & Ballroom Social Club 4 St Margarets Green, The Old Manor House Ipswich IP4 2BP (01473) 400155

    A family friendly social club providing regular entertainment for members and their guests. A first floor bar provides beers and spirits, plus a variety of facilities including a full-size snooker table, darts, and a projector showing sport TV. On the ground floor there is a function room with a stage and dance floor.

  • Margaret Catchpole Cliff Lane Ipswich IP3 0PQ (01473) 252450

    Named after a famous local adventuress, chronicler and criminal, this large three bar pub stands close to Holywells Park. The main bar is large room with music, TV and games (including pool) whilst there is a quieter lounge and another curved room to the rear which may now only be used occasionally. The building also retains many original features and is listed on CAMRA's National Inventory of classic pub interiors and is a grade II* listed building.

  • Mermaid Yarmouth Rd Ipswich IP1 2EN ku.oc.snotsram@hciwspi.diamrem(01473) 230278

    Newly opened in October 2012, the Mermaid is one of a number of new-build pubs around the county commissioned by Marston's. Offers a selection of Marston's beers alongside a popular food menu including Sunday roasts.

  • Miami Bar 24/26 Falcon St Ipswich IP1 1SL

    Originally shops. Now a youth-oriented bar.

  • New Wolsey Theatre Bar Civic Drive Ipswich IP1 2AS (01473) 218911

    This small bar inside a 400 seat theatre complex. No real ale. Bar opens 1 hour before each performance & stays open until 11pm for evening performances (10.30pm for performances on Sundays & Bank Holidays). Box Office on 01473 295900 or email ku.oc.ertaehtyeslow@stekcit

  • Newton Road Conservative Club Newton Road Ipswich IP3 8HQ moc.tcennoctb@daor.notwen(01473) 727567

    The Members Bar is well stocked with a variety of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks including real ale (Adnams and guest beers). It has a large seating area with comfortable, well upholstered chairs. It also has a darts board, pool table and gaming machines. A Function Room has a capacity for 100 people,.

  • Norbridge Social Club Norwich Rd Ipswich IP1 4HA (01473) 406034

    A private members club that caters for over 350 members and offers a varied range of social and sporting benefits to its members and is also available for hire to non-members as a venue for small to medium-sized functions.

  • Novotel Greyfriars Rd Ipswich IP1 1UP (01473) 232400

    A modern hotel close to the town centre and docks, with a lounge bar and a restaurant. Parking is for residents only.

  • Old Times 324 Spring Rd Ipswich IP4 5NG (01473) 715621

    A popular, lively, music bar with a pool table and regular disco and karaoke evenings. Sky sports are shown.

  • Pauls Sports Club Salmet Close Ipswich IP2 9BA (01473) 604874

    A Members Only Social Club with Affiliated Sports Clubs for Bowls, Football and Tennis.

  • Plough 2 Dog's Head St Ipswich IP4 1AD (01473) 288005

    There is a large split level main bar, with a separate restaurant, patio and other seating areas. The Plough is popular with football supporters on match days. Sky sports TV is shown and there is occasional live music.

  • Ransomes Sports & Social Club Sidegate Ave Ipswich IP4 4JJ (01473) 726134
  • Raven 24 Hening Av Ipswich IP3 9QJ ku.oc.snotsram@hciwspi.nevar(01473) 718704

    The Raven was newly-built in 2007 to serve the Ravenswood estate, which is on the site of the former Ipswich airfield. The comfortable bar offers various seating areas around a central servery. The beer offering features a regularly-changing range of ales from the various Marston's Group breweries (such as Marston's itself, Wychwood, Jennings, Banks's, etc). Staff are happy to remove the sparkler if you prefer a pint that isn't over-fizzy. The pub now also incorporates a "Generous George" themed restaurant.

  • Red Lion 284 Bramford Rd Ipswich IP1 4AY (01473) 741259

    A large, single bar pub with many seating and socialising areas. Darts are played and there are two pool tables. There's sports TV and regular discos and karaoke every Sunday. There's also live music twice monthly.

  • Rep 11 Tower St Ipswich IP1 3BE (01473) 221361

    A popular, lively venue set in a former Victorian Theatre where Charles Dickens sometimes trod the boards. Upper areas still include a large wrought iron balcony. Reopened under new ownership in 2020; details to follow.

  • Revolution 127 Old Cattle Market Ipswich IP1 1AY 0800 630 0860

    Revolution is a large bar/nightclub complex which is part of the Buttermarket centre. It's one of a national chain of vodka bars.

  • Rivers Social Club Landseer Rd Ipswich IP3 0AZ (01473) 400129

    Members social club.

  • Riverside Terrace Ranelagh Rd Ipswich IP2 0AD

    This is a bar and restaurant, attached to the 21st-century Pentahotel (previously called Encore hotel).

  • Rosary Conservative Club 172 Bramford Road Ipswich IP1 4AB (01473) 406036
  • Royal George Colchester Rd Ipswich IP4 4SR ku.oc.gnikeneerg@8586(01473) 726095

    A large and busy restaurant and bar.

  • Rushmere Golf Club Heath Road Ipswich IP4 5QQ (01473) 725648
  • Salthouse Harbour Hotel Neptune Quay Ipswich IP4 1AX ku.oc.ruobrahesuohtlas@snoitavreser(01473) 226789

    A modern and contemporary hotel set in former dockside warehousing on the much rejuvenated waterfront area of town, with a bar overlooking the marina and an award winning eaterie restaurant. You can reserve tables for afternoon tea or evening meals online.

  • Salutation 65-67 Carr St Ipswich IP4 1HB (01473) 355988

    Extensively renovated in 2018, this historic town-centre pub has three hand-pumps selling ales from a variety of breweries.

    Normally closed Mondays, but will open before and after events at the Regent Theatre.

  • Selkirk Signature 24 Selkirk Road Ipswich IP4 3HX (01473) 718365

    A quiet, modern estate pub with two bars, which for a few years incorporated a Gurkha restaurant.

    In 2022 it was renamed and converted into an Indian restaurant, though it seems to have retained a bar area.

  • Shamrock 2 Tacket Street Ipswich IP4 1AY (01473) 286183

    The Shamrock is an Irish-themed bar which opened in mid-2015 in the building that used to house Ollie's Bar. It originally sold Real Ale but we noticed in August 2017 that the beer engines had been removed.

  • Shipwrights Arms 55-61 Wherstead Rd Ipswich IP2 8JJ moc.liamtoh@naelcm_cam(01473) 602261

    Now a hotel with a public bar; it seemed to operate as a members' club for some time (from about 1998). The bar is now only open to hotel guests and Travellers' Choice Club members.

  • Silent Street Labour Club 35 Silent Street Ipswich IP1 1TF (01473) 253012

    Friendly CIU affiliated members club with separate gaming and drinking areas. Quiet snooker room and livelier pool room with sports tv. Membership at very affordable rates. Outside patio area. Central location in town.

  • Silver Star 37 Vernon St Ipswich IP2 8JA 07729 945837

    Under new management and reverted to its historical name in March 2020.

  • Smock 69 Maidenhall Approach Ipswich IP2 8PG

    A modern pub on the sprawling Maidenhall estate.

  • Spread Eagle 1-3 Fore Street Ipswich IP4 1JW (01473) 421858

    This distinctive Grade 2 listed building is the sole survivor of four pubs which once stood at this junction. Recent refurbishment during summer 2015 restored the whole building to a high standard and the split level bar has been sympathetically furnished throughout. Now up to six real ales on hand-pump (all from Grain) plus a wide selection of craft and imported beers. A selection of imported bottled beers are also available. Some bar snacks and daytime food options are available.

  • St Johns Conservative & Constitutional Club 54 Kirby Street Ipswich IP4 4PT (01473) 728233
  • St Jude's Brewery Tavern 69 St Matthew's St Ipswich IP1 3EW moc.liamtekcor@edujtnias07470 448385

    A small, friendly Goth bar close to town centre with sawdust on the floor and quirky artefacts. Formerly a photographic studio. It's owned and operated by St Jude’s Brewery. There are up to 20 changing beers and 4 ciders served from a gravity stillage behind the servery. The pub also offers some imported lagers and a selection of bar snacks. There's a function room upstairs and occasional acoustic music sessions, plus TV for sports events. Regular quiz nights take place on Sunday evenings. There's a small outdoor area to the rear of the bar. Occasional themed parties include fancy-dress Halloween and pirate nights.

    Opening hours Mon-Wed: "from 1600" Thu-Sat: 1400-0030 Sun: 1400-2230

  • Station Hotel Burrell Rd Ipswich IP2 8AJ moc.liamg@hciwspiletohnoitatseht(01473) 602664

    A large hotel bar located opposite to the main railway station and backing onto the River Gipping. Retaining a comfortable public bar and function room. Now much improved and renovated. it was taken over by Eddie Roberts, who previously ran Uncle Tom's Cabin (since closed). Beers are by Greene King; it's understood that the "house" beers are re-badged GK ales. Real ale is available here only very occasionally.

  • Steamboat Tavern 78 New Cut West Ipswich IP2 8HW ku.oc.nrevattaobmaetseht@ofni(01473) 601902

    A popular riverside single bar pub which features live music and good food prepared on the premises. There's a beer garden, live music including Jazz on Sundays & Folk, Blues & Punk sessions - see the pub's website for details. Suffolk song writers play here monthly.

  • Suffolk Punch 429 Norwich Rd Ipswich IP1 5DN (01473) 421575

    A large Grade 2 listed building close to the railway bridge over the Norwich road. It is a single large bar with an L shaped servery.

  • Swallow 3 Augusta Close Ipswich IP3 9SS (01473) 721683

    A modern family-oriented bar with a Brewers Fayre restaurant, just off Nacton Road.

  • Swan & Hedgehog 3-7 King St Ipswich IP1 1EG (01473) 252485

    A lively town-centre pub based around a central bar. Since September 2019 it has been run by the same management team as that of the Framlingham Castle Inn.

  • Thomas Wolsey 9-13 St Peters Street Ipswich IP1 1XF (01473) 210055

    A Grade 2 listed building converted into a large single bar. It's a popular lively venue. There are normally four well-kept Real Ales on offer, mainly from East Anglian breweries. And they're well-priced. It has a patio area to the side and two nicely furnished function rooms upstairs used for a wide variety of events including story-telling nights, charity quiz matches and meetings. Craft beers on draught plus over 25 bottled beers and 40 quality wines are stocked (half sold by the glass). Games are available including darts. Home supporters only on football match days. It's aimed at being the kind of pub where people can meet and enjoy conversation over a few drinks. Although sport tends to often be shown on large screens, the volume is down, so as not to disturb drinkers. The pub was renamed the Thomas Wolsey in September 2011.

  • Thrasher Nacton Rd Ipswich IP3 9RZ (01473) 723355

    A large modern lounge / restaurant with good value food and a separate games room. It's part of Greene King's Hungry Horse chain.

  • Three Wise Monkeys 22 Lloyds Avenue Ipswich IP1 3HD (01473) 217678

    Opened in mid November 2018 as a sister pub to the Three Wise Monkeys in Colchester. A spacious three-floor modern tap house and barbecue smokehouse restaurant in Ipswich town centre offering a wide range of real ales, craft beers and pub favourites, with dedicated private hire space in the basement. Tasting racks available to try 4 x 1/3 pints of beer. Minimum of 2 handpumps and a wide selection of craft beers featuring beers from their own Other Monkey Brewing, brewed in Colchester.

  • Venue 16 312 Tuddenham Rd Ipswich IP4 3QJ (01473) 250816

    This club is open to the public 1200 to 1700 Monday to Friday when food can be ordered, with a Carvery available on Mondays.

  • Waterfront 15 Regatta Quay Ipswich IP4 1FH (01473) 226082

    The waterfront is a bistro bar set within a historic building and located in the middle of the current regeneration of the old historic wet dock.

  • Westgate Ward Social Club 74 Victoria Street Ipswich IP1 2JX (01473) 406679
  • Woolpack 1 Tuddenham Rd Ipswich IP4 2SH (01473) 215862

    This friendly bar has the feel of a country pub, despite only being a short walk from the town centre. Adjacent to one of the entrances of Christchurch park, it comprises a tiny snug at front, flanked by a large lounge and a small public bar. A larger room at the back leads to a small car-park. It usually offers up to 6 well-kept Real Ales on hand pump and attracts a highly varied clientèle. The patio drinking area at the front is also often popular (weather permitting). The pub offers an interesting and varied selection of good quality home-cooked food - including several fish options (they now serve food all seven days a week including breakfast, lunch and dinner). So indoors they offer a traditional pub menu including their very popular Sunday roast - all home made - whilst outside they have a take home pizza menu from their new "pop-up" Zia Marita's traditional Neapolita Pizzeria which is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.

• Kelsale
  • Kelsale Social Club Kelsale Village Hall, Bridge Street Kelsale IP17 2PB 07880 852951

    Private social club for members with billiard table and dart board.

• Kersey
  • Bell The Street Kersey IP7 6DY (01473) 823229

    Timber framed pub which is popular with diners & offers a number of seating areas. Set close to the village's famous water splash. Be careful of the ducks! The building dates from about 1379.

• Kesgrave
  • Bell 129 Main Road Kesgrave IP5 1AA (01473) 622045

    A lively and friendly main road pub offering Sky TV, BT Sport and pub games including pool. Quiz on Thu eve.

  • Farmhouse Grange Lane, Grange Farm Kesgrave IP5 2GA (01473) 611600

    A 500 year farmhouse now set in the middle of a modern housing estate, which is used as a Hungry Horse bar and restaurant with reasonably priced meals. Seating is also available in the garden. The nearby cycle path is part of a network of routes across the county.

  • Kesgrave Hall Hall Road Kesgrave IP5 2PU moc.llahevargsek@noitpecer(01473) 333741

    Kesgrave Hall is a large, spacious and classy restaurant with a modern stylish bar set in 38 acres of attractive gardens. It's described as a "4 Star Luxury Boutique Hotel" with 23 rooms available. The Hanger is a function room with seating for up to 300 people. There are usually three beers on handpump including Adnams Ghost Ship and Greene King IPA & St Edmunds. Hotel is part of the Milsom Hotel group which also operate other restaurants and hotels in both in Dedham and in Harwich (Essex).

  • Kesgrave Social Club Edmonton Road Kesgrave IP5 1EE (01473) 622128
• Kettleburgh
  • Chequers The St Kettleburgh IP13 7JT (01728) 723760

    A substantial single bar pub built in 1913 to replace an earlier building destroyed by fire. The large garden leads down to the river Deben and provides an excellent location to spend some time on sunny days.

    For the first few weeks after reopening it will be drinks only, with food following after that, and accommodation will become available later on.

• Kirton
  • White Horse 15 Bucklesham Rd Kirton IP10 0NX (01394) 448615

    A two bar village pub that's popular with local footballers, horse-riders, cyclists and ramblers. There's live entertainment once a month. Pub opens at 1500 Wednesday & Thursday, noon Thursday to Sunday. Closing times are not advertised. It's closed Monday & Tuesday.

• Knodishall
  • Butcher's Arms Leiston Rd (B1069) Knodishall IP17 1UQ moc.yks@3TrehsiF(01728) 833873

    A brick-built two bar free house on the main road close to Leiston. There's a small wood burner in the main bar and a collection of teapots in the dining area. Letting rooms include three brick built chalets and two eco-friendly pod units to the rear of the building. A range of main dishes and snacks is offered, with various mid-week special offers and a carvery on Sunday. Real Ales are mostly sourced from local brewers. In the summer months the pub may also be open on Mondays, including Bank Holidays.

    Opening hours: Mon: closed Tue: 1700-"close" Wed-Thu: 1200-1430, 1700-"close" Fri-Sun: 1200-"close"

• Leiston
  • Bar 33 High St Leiston IP16 4EL (01728) 833334

    A high-street bar with sports TV and pool tables.

  • Engineers' Arms Main St Leiston IP16 4ER (01728) 635883

    A large Victorian split level pub with large screen TV in main bar and a child friendly garden. It's located directly opposite the Long Shop museum.

  • Royal Standard 40 High Street Leiston IP16 4EW moc.tenretnitb@dradnatslayor(01728) 831221

    A no-frills town pub.

  • Sizewell Sports & Social Club King Georges Avenue Leiston IP16 4JX (01728) 830025

    A lounge bar with a children’s play area, dart boards, pool table, two snooker tables, and restaurant that can cater for small parties and regular organised entertainment.

  • White Horse Station Rd Leiston IP16 4HD (01728) 830694

    This 18th century hotel offers a lounge bar, restaurant and conservatory drinking area. A more sedate environment than some other bars around the town.

• Levington
  • Ship Church Ln Levington IP10 0LQ ku.oc.snninebed@pihs(01473) 659573

    A thatched, grade 2 listed country pub, overlooking the river Orwell, nestled next to the church in Levington. Lots of outside space, with pirate playarea and well kept gardens. Inside are cosy bar areas and a high ceiling dining area.

• Little Glemham
  • Lion The St (A12) Little Glemham IP13 0BA (01728) 746505

    With a G2 listed exterior, this pub is an oasis on the Main Road for both local drinkers & families making their way to the Suffolk heritage coast. It is children friendly, with a special menu being available for them. Food is traditional, home cooked & invariably locally sourced as are the guest beers. A vegetarian option is available. Quiz sessions & themed food evenings are also held. Holds the Cask Marque Award for serving great quality real ale.

• Lower Layham
  • Queen's Head The St Lower Layham IP7 5LZ (01473) 827789

    Located in a tiny hamlet, this cosy, friendly pub is nicely furnished within the main bar & has a small open fire located close to the servery. The other bar has a pool table & is simply furnished. Parts of the building are over 700 years old & a variety of features can be found: the bay windows are particularly fine. Usually 4 ales on which regularly change. No longer open Mon to Fri lunchtime. Food served Wed to Sun evenings and Sat, Sun lunchtimes. Hadleigh Rotary club meet Thursday evenings in rear restaurant area. To the rear of the building is a separate restaurant / function room & also an enclosed garden area. Only one or two buses pass by the pub each week.

• Martlesham
  • Martlesham Leisure Club Gloster Road Martlesham IP5 3RJ (01473) 624707

    A health & fitness gym with a Cafe/Bar. At weekends a breakfast menu is available from 10.00 am until 12 Noon and lunch is served from 12 Noon until 2.00 pm. The Club is a popular venue, particularly on a Friday evening (with Happy Hour 8 to 9 pm) for informal gatherings of friends with many events, including live music, comedy and quiz nights and supper evenings throughout the year.

  • Red Lion Main Rd Martlesham IP12 4RN (01394) 382169

    A popular restaurant pub with a split level bar. The lion's head figure on the outside wall is said to be the figurehead taken from a Dutch ship captured at the Battle of Sole Bay in 1672, though it has also been suggested it came from a vessel wrecked off Benacre in about 1740. Parts of the building date from the late 16th century, with an early 19th century wing to the right. Note that cash is not accepted here.

• Martlesham Heath
  • Douglas Bader The Square Martlesham Heath IP5 3SL ku.oc.redabsalguodeht@ofni(01473) 625394

    A modern 'L' shaped bar with an outside patio area overlooking the village green. The pub is named after the famous WWII fighter pilot, who flew out of RAF Martlesham. The pub was opened in 1979 by the man himself - see pictures in bar. The pub and nearby housing is built on part of the former airfield.

  • Tenpin Gloster Road Martlesham Heath IP5 3RJ 0871 222 3675

    This bowling alley also has a public bar and fast food restaurant incorporated in it. It was built on the site of a former airfield hanger; the "blister" hanger was formerly used to house prototype aircraft during trials in the 1930s. Aircraft tested there included both the Hurricane and the Spitfire. See the Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum for more details.

• Melton
  • Coach & Horses Melton Rd Melton IP12 1QB (01394) 384851

    This pub is operated by Deben Inns. It has a spacious bar and restaurant areas that offer a wide range of drinks & home cooked food to a high standard. The pub also caters for corporate events and holds cookery courses. There are plans to use some old brewery recipes from the former Melton brewery (which was located adjacent to the pub) to help recreate lost beers.

  • Deben café Dock Ln Melton IP12 1PE (01394) 388643

    An on-ship café/bar which opened in a very pretty riverside location in 2019. It's located close to Melton boat yard. The vessel was formerly used as a sea cadets training ship located in Norwich and called the Lord Nelson; before that it was HSwMS Vale, a Swedish Navy fast missile attack craft.

  • St Audry's Club Lodge farm lane Melton IP12 1LX

    A family oriented private members club where children are welcome. Dogs also welcome but must be kept on lead

  • Ufford Park Yarmouth Rd Melton IP12 1QW ku.oc.krapdroffu@liam(01394) 383555

    A modern, purpose-built hotel with various leisure facilities including a golf course. The bar is centrally located. Often referred to as being in Ufford, it's actually in Melton.

  • Wilford Bridge Wilford Bridge Rd Melton IP12 2PA (01394) 386141

    A pub with a good reputation for food, close to the River Deben.

• Middleton
  • Bell The St Middleton IP17 3NN moc.liamtoh@nnillebnotelddimeht(01728) 648286

    A lovely thatched village local with a single traditional bar and a separate dining area. Gravity beer is still served from a back bar. The huge garden leads down to a small stream and unspoilt meadows.

• Naughton
  • Wheelhouse Whatfield Rd Naughton IP7 7BS (01449) 740496

    Please mind your head upon entering this delightful, friendly but small rural, thatched pub with very low beams in the main bar. In fact the traditionally tiled floor is actually now much lower (by about a foot) than it once was & is now below ground-level. A more spacious public bar can be noisier & also leads to a games room with pool table & darts. There is always an interesting selection of ever changing ales available & a garden to the rear of the pub offers a nice place to relax on sunny days. The bus stop is on the main road between Offton and Bildeston.

• Needham Market
  • Limes 99 High St Needham Market IP6 8DQ (01449) 763651

    Recently reopened with a new restaurant menu also available. There is a bar called Bugs Bar at the left-hand side of the hotel. Meal deals are available on a daily basis. This establishment is family-oriented with a lively bar.

  • Lion 22 Ipswich Rd Needham Market IP6 8EH (01449) 720849

    A 16th century building with low ceilings and an emphasis on food. Historically in the parish of Barking, boundary changes mean it's now in Needham Market. It's still often referred to as the "Barking Lion".

  • Rampant Horse Coddenham Road Needham Market IP6 8AU ku.oc.esrohtnapmareht@ofni(01449) 722044

    A timber framed building with an old beamed bar which has been a pub (on and off) since 1544. Sells a wide range of locally-sourced food & drink.

    Reopened April 2021 under new ownership.

  • Swan 9 High Street Needham Market IP6 8AL moc.tekrammahdeennaws@tcatnoc(01473) 354249

    The Swan retains many exposed beams with a pleasant airy atmosphere. The pub is divided into a drinkers bar area and a diners restaurant area. Three constantly changing cask beers are offered, very often from Mauldons, Oakham, Woodforde's, and Wolf Brewery. The pub is dog friendly, and family friendly (before 9pm), and offers live music (local musicians and open mic), quiz nights, bingo, poker, regular sports on TV, and BBQs in the garden.

  • Three Tuns 3 Hawksmill St Needham Market IP6 8AA

    Four TVs in the pub show sport. There's also karaoke and bands/singers.

• Newbourne
  • Fox Inn The St Newbourne IP12 4NY (01473) 736307

    A picturesque two bar village local with a large garden. A wide range of local food is home cooked & served every day. The menu includes à la carte, gluten free and daily specials. The garden has a large fish pond and a shed which houses an old skittle alley (the only active one in Suffolk).

• Offton
  • Limeburners Willisham Road Offton IP8 4SF 07949 466111

    A friendly split level bar with a fish & chip shop/restaurant (eat in or take away) attached. The pub is named after a chalk pit (opposite) which used to contain lime kilns (some local photos are on display in pub). There's a large garden and car-park. Buskers play every Sunday night. A quiz is held on the first Thursday of every month. Guest ales change regularly. There's no food on Sunday evening or Tuesdays but there's a Sunday Roast on Sundays.Toilet for disabled customers.

    Opening hours are Mon-Thu: 1600-2300 Fri-Sat: 1200-"late" Sun: 1200-2200

• Onehouse
  • Shepherd & Dog Lower Road Onehouse IP14 3BX (01449) 614675

    Pretty, thatched 16th century pub with characterful bar & interesting food menu. A notice displayed in the lounge bar details the sale of a brewpub that once operated here, which was sold by James Riley to Frederick Greene (later Greene King) in 1879. Note that the published opening times may change according to how busy the pub is.

  • Stowmarket Golf Club Lower Road Onehouse IP14 3DA (01449) 736473

    An 18 hole golf course and private members club. Club house bar often features 'guest ales' along with local beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks. Dress code enforced and no mobile phones (except for emergencies).

• Orford
  • Crown & Castle Castle Hill Orford IP12 2LJ ku.oc.eltsacdnanworc@ofni(01394) 450205

    There is a small, comfortable public bar in this hotel which has 18 en-suite bedrooms. The restaurant has 2 AA rosettes, a Michelin bib gourmand, and good write-ups in all the major guides. Although the pub dates back to the 16th century it was much rebuilt in 1896. It's located within sight of Orford Castle. Owned until late-2019/early-2020 by Ruth and David Watson, we understand that it's now under new ownership.

  • Jolly Sailor Quay Street Orford IP12 2NU ku.oc.drofroroliasylloj@ofni(01394) 450243

    A characterful five roomed pub close to the historic Quay and a large public car-park. The pub also offers accommodation (4 en-suite letting rooms). It also has an orchard. There's lots of character within this impressive old building which has undergone a significant but tasteful refurbishment. Some steps initially lead down from the street level into the main bar. This links to small snug located behind the huge fireplace. They allow dogs and are child friendly. A large beer garden with plenty of cover (should it rain).

  • King's Head Front Street Orford IP12 2LW moc.liamg@drofrodaehsgnikeht(01394) 450271

    A historic inn located on the market square, accommodation with en suite facilities is available. There are themed food evenings and occasional live music. The Grade II Listed building dates from the 16th century.

• Otley
  • White Hart Helmingham Rd Otley IP6 9NS ku.oc.yeltotrahetihweht@maet(01473) 890312

    A large, modernised, open-plan bar with themed food nights, regular Thursday evening poker nights and occasional music etc.. The pub has a toilet for disabled customers.. The cellar is particularly fine. They have Earl Soham Victoria and Grain 316 alongside an eclectic selection of guest ales. Lynda Saint is in the kitchen so the food ain't bad either!!

    A very local, dog friendly pub that has a large number of regulars and bar stools around a very long bar. Be preordered to talk to people and be bought and buy drinks. Bring back memories of a bygone era.

• Pettistree
  • Greyhound The Street Pettistree IP13 0HP ku.oc.eertsittepdnuohyerg@olleh(01473) 932168

    This historic and cosy two roomed pub has been sensitively refurbished throughout and also re-roofed by the current owners. Food is available from Wednesday to Sunday. There are outside seating areas including a small garden. The pub also retains its outside toilets which have been refurbished to a high standard.

• Pin Mill
  • Butt & Oyster Pin Mill Rd Pin Mill IP9 1JW ku.oc.snninebed@retsyodnattub(01473) 780764

    A traditional pub in a tiny hamlet on the bank of River Orwell, with three separate rooms and a connecting corridor with flag-stoned floors (in part). This famous pub retains some high backed settles and a large open fire in main bar area making it very cosy on cold winter days. The pub has a toilet for disabled customers. It was first recorded as public house in 1553, though it may be older. (The Listed Buildings Register says the building's 17th century so presumably there was an earlier building?) Often very busy in Summer and at weekends, it has long been renowned for a traditional food menu with a number of fish dishes. The pub has featured in films and once in TV's Lovejoy (as 'The Three Ducks'!)

• Pinewood
  • Chestnut Tree Farm 3 Donald Mackintosh Way Pinewood IP8 3LQ ku.oc.gnikeneerg@5975(01473) 921020

    Located on the outskirts of Ipswich, close to a new Aldi supermarket off London Road (and quite close to Tesco superstore at Pinewood and Suffolk One college), this large pub specialises in family friendly dining with a wide food menu and carvery options.

• Ramsholt
  • Ramsholt Arms Dock Rd Ramsholt IP12 3AB moc.smratlohsmareht@tcatnoc(01394) 411209

    An isolated pub with a scenic setting on the bank of the river Deben. Food is mostly locally sourced and features fish and vegetarian options. The pub is child and dog friendly. Often best to check opening hours before trying to visit during winter months as they may change.

    During spring and summer it is a very popular location for walkers, sailors and bird-watchers. Local photographs featured on the walls include details of the crew of a World War Two aeroplane which crashed in the adjacent river whilst making a flight from a nearby airfield. Pictures are from local artists. Car Park free for 3 hours when using pub.

• Raydon
  • Brett Vale Golf Club Noakes Road Raydon IP7 5LR (01473) 310718

    The club has a comfortable golf club house with bar and restaurant, well-stocked Pro Shop and function room. They are pleased to see members, visitors, societies and corporate clients and offer a warm, friendly welcome to all. Dress code on course and in club house facilities (see website for details).

• Rendham
  • White Horse Bruisyard Rd (B1119) Rendham IP17 2AF (01728) 666527

    This 17th Century traditional free house village pub welcomes locals and visitors alike.

    Serving a changing cask beer, fine wines and local spirits along with a menu focused on locally sourced ingredients and local producers.

    Cosy wood burners, relaxing beer garden and fantastic Sun­day roasts. All adds up to make this a must visit family friendly pub … you can even bring your dog!

• Rendlesham
  • Rendlesham Social club Walnut tree avenue Rendlesham IP12 2GG

    Local Social Club, situated in the heart of the village. A family friendly venue with a secure beer garden and host a variety of events throughout the year from live music and barbecues, to Quiz nights and kids parties.

  • Tavern 9 Rendlesham Mews Rendlesham IP12 2SZ 07825 670865

    A micro-pub originally owned by the now-defunct Deben Peninsular Ales. Opened on 11 August 2017 to sell their own beers and guest ales. In February 2020 then name changed from Redwald's Alehouse.

• Rushmere St. Andrew
  • Golf 748 Foxhall Rd Rushmere St. Andrew IP4 5TR ku.oc.gnikeneerg@3896(01473) 727450

    A large 1920s pub, given a renovation in December 2016. Beers are the standard Greene King range. It isn't clear why the pub sign says "Ipswich" when the pub is actually in Rushmere.

• Saxmundham
  • Bell 31 High St Saxmundham IP17 1AF ku.oc.sletohselaeb@letohllebeht(01728) 602331

    A prominent Georgian 4 star hotel with a comfortable main lounge bar. The entire hotel was extensively renovated in 2022. The inn dates back to at least 1783, when the Norfolk Chronicle reported a meeting there. Bar is open to non residents.

  • Queen's Head 21 High St Saxmundham IP17 1DF (01728) 602856

    A Victorian pub with a single bar. It also operates as a Thai/Chinese restaurant with a takeaway.

  • Saxmundham Ex Service & Social Club 28 Albion Street Saxmundham IP17 1BL (01728) 602927
• Saxtead Green
  • Old Mill House The Green Saxtead Green IP13 9QE (01728) 685064

    The pub has a large open plan interior which is mainly used for dining but retains a small drinking area. It also has a fine view of the large village green and a garden to the rear with a deep pond. it was renamed the Old Mill House in 1994. Formerly owned by Greene King, it was noted to have been de-branded when visited early in 2015.

• Shotley
  • Bristol Arms Bristol Hill Shotley IP9 1PU (01473) 787200

    A large prominent pub with lovely river views across to Parkston Quay and Felixstowe docks. The menu includes gluten-free & diabetic foods. Parties, wedding groups and wakes welcomed by arrangement - see the pub website for details. There is a toilet accessible to disabled customers.

  • Rose The St (B1456) Shotley IP9 1NL (01473) 787237

    A lively drinkers' pub dating from about 1860 and retaining an off-sales trade. Food is available in the lounge bar.

  • Shipwreck Shotley Marina Shotley IP9 1QJ ku.oc.aniramyeltohs@kcaerwpihs(01473) 788865

    A modern riverside bar forming an integral part of the adjacent chandlery and marina. It offers splendid views of both Harwich & Felixstowe docks from the garden. There's a separate restaurant area (open 10-11.45pm for breakfast) and up to four regularly changing beers on offer. The pub has a toilet accessible to disabled customers. Dogs are allowed outside but NOT in the bar.

    Opening hours Mon-Tue: closed Wed-Thu: 1000-2100 Fri-Sat: 1000-"late"

• Shottisham
  • Sorrel Horse Hollesley Road Shottisham IP12 3HD (01394) 411617

    This picturesque thatched, two bar pub is worth seeking out. The dispense of beer is still by gravity direct from the cask. Bar billiards can be played. Accompanied dogs and horse riders are welcome (there is a paddock for the latter nearby). There's a folk Night on alternate Wednesdays and the quiz nights are popular. Shottisham villagers raised funds to buy the pub by selling shares in the pub in 2011 & 2012. Traditional food, mostly home made including vegetarian options is available. But behave yourself, otherwise you may find yourself in the pillory that's situated in the garden. They now hold music nights on the second Monday of the month with a guest folk performer or group, and occasionally on the fourth Monday with an act from another genre, such as jazz, blues, etc.

• Sibton
  • White Horse Halesworth Rd Sibton IP17 2JJ ku.oc.nniesrohetihwnotbis@ofni(01728) 660337

    A characterful wood beamed 16th century inn with lots of exposed beams and a large fireplace fitted with a wood-burner. There's a raised galley on one side of the main bar area. The large garden to the rear features a barbecue (in the summer) and children's play area. Most kitchen produce is grown in the pub's own garden. There are various themed food evenings. The pub has a separate annex for accommodation. It's also a registered Caravan club camping site. There's no background music, but occasional live music is offered outside. Most of the guest beers are sourced from local brewers. The regular beer may swap to Ghost Ship in the summer months. There are two annual beer festivals (held in June and August).

• Sizewell
  • Vulcan Arms Sizewell Gap Sizewell IP16 4UD moc.liamelgoog@smranacluveht(01728) 830748

    The pub has a large, open plan, modernised interior and has a good reputation for food. It's located directly opposite the entrance to the nuclear power stations.

• Snape
  • Crown Bridge Rd Snape IP17 1SL moc.liamg@epanstanninworceht(01728) 689112

    This 15th century timber framed pub is well known for its cuisine. The bar contains some fine high backed settles. There are two bedrooms (b&b). It's situated just a mile from the famous Maltings which is a popular local concert venue. Most of the meat on the menu is reared on-site and a lot of the vegetables are grown by the landlady on her allotment. Steak nights once a month and folk nights last Thursday each month. Darts & cards available.

  • Golden Key Priory Rd Snape IP17 1SA (01728) 688510

    This pub dates from 1480 when it was known as the Cock. There is a main bar area, adjacent dining areas and a popular "drinkers' grotto". There's a small outside patio at the front. Classic, well cooked British food features strongly but not to the detriment of fine beer on sale. Fresh water and biscuits are available free to hounds. There's a large car-park to the rear. The nearest bus stop is on the Main road through the village. The pub opens from 12-11 every day in the summer.

• Somersham
  • Duke of Marlborough Main Rd Somersham IP8 4QA (01473) 831283

    This 15th century inn has been restored to a good standard. The timber framed building offers several seating areas for drinking or eating. See pub website for various events that are organised including a quiz every month and various seasonal events and themed food evenings.

    THE LOCAL COMMUNITY SAVED THIS PUB AND ARE STILL OFFERING SHARES IN THEIR VENTURE. PLEASE VISIT THEIR WEBSITE AT http://www.savetheduke.net/

• Sproughton
  • Beagle Old Hadleigh Rd Sproughton IP8 3AR (01473) 730607

    Originally converted from 2 cottages into a pub during the 1980s this one-time private venture has been much extended since (by Bass) with the provision of new dining areas & a large seating area outside. Three beers plus Rosie’s Pig cider on hand pump. There's a fixed price menu and various offers during weekdays.

  • Holiday Inn (Ipswich) London Rd Sproughton IP2 0UA (01473) 690313

    A popular modern hotel close to the A12, A14 and A1071 road junctions, which has a large comfortable lounge bar. Mainly used by businessmen during the week but it often hosts weddings at weekends. Although actually within the boundaries of Sproughton, this inn is often listed as being in Ipswich.

• Stonham Aspall
  • Legends Sports Bar Pettaugh Road Stonham Aspall IP14 6AT (01449) 516205

    At present signing for this bar is pretty much non-existent and it doesn't appear on any site maps. It can be found on the end of the Aspal Theatre, towards the rear of the site beyond the shopping village.

• Stowmarket
  • Fred's Bar & Vinyl Unit 7, Old Fox Yard, Ipswich Street Stowmarket IP14 1AB ku.oc.lynivdnarabsderf@sreehC(01449) 777109

    Opened in the former Pallet Art Bar in October 2024, this bar specialises in craft ales and music on vinyl. There are currently two craft ale lines, with more planned.

    Card payments only, cash is not accepted.

  • Little Wellington 12 Stowupland Rd Stowmarket IP14 5AG (01449) 614174

    An excellent community pub, convenient for the railway station. There's live music on Saturday evenings. It was purchased from Greene King by pub regular Peter Garner, who renovated and re-opened it in March 2011.

  • Mill Bar & Grill Station Road East Stowmarket IP14 1RQ moc.llirgdnarabllim@tae(01449) 674674

    This is part of a nightclub in former 18th century maltings complex. It has not yet been surveyed, but seems unlikely to sell Real Ale.

  • Pickerel 65 Stowupland St Stowmarket IP14 1EQ (01449) 674301

    This timbered pub has two bars and a separate restaurant. There's a small riverside garden. The pub hosts live music on Friday and Saturday evenings. Historically, it was listed as being in Stowupland.

  • Queen's Head 2 Station Rd Stowmarket IP14 1EF (01449) 612519

    A busy town centre pub with a late license and a young clientele. There is a restaurant (open noon-2pm) and outdoor seating. There's occasional Live Music. Customers have said that they are offered a choice of mug or glass without asking. The pub was called Capone's between 2000 & 2005.

  • Royal Oak 43 Ipswich St Stowmarket IP14 1AH (01449) 676449
  • Royal William 53 Union St East Stowmarket IP14 1HP (01449) 674553

    A rare example of a back-street pub that is a former beer house and has only had a full license since 1962. Tucked away, but located quite close to the nearby railway station with its magnificent early Victorian facade. All beer is served on gravity from a small temperature controlled room behind the bar. Up to twelve beers are available, see slates hanging over bar. Also up to ten ciders are available during the summer months (ask for more details). Hot and cold snacks are always available. The pub has two darts teams and a cribbage team. Friendly locals and good conversation are the order of the day. Treasure it, there are few left like it.

  • Stag 44-46 Bury St Stowmarket IP14 1HF (01449) 775577

    A modern large single bar pub. Now a free house with pool, crib and dart teams. There's a quiz once a month (Sundays, from 5.30pm) The pub dog is a Great Dane called Jim who lazes around in the pub most of the time and is a great attraction for the locals and visitors alike..

  • Stowmarket & District Royal British Legion Club 8 Tavern Street Stowmarket IP14 1PH (01449) 613621

    Membership is open to everyone, especially if you have an interest in the objectives of the Legion and want to help and support those who have served and their families. More details about club membership on website.

  • Stowmarket Town Football Club Greens Meadow Ground, Bury Road Stowmarket IP14 1JQ (01449) 612533

    Social club and sports club associated with Stowmarket Football Club. Part of the Stowmarket Community Sports and Social Club CIC. Opening hours may vary.

  • Walnut 39 Violet Hill Rd Stowmarket IP14 1NE (01449) 401 6769

    Under new management late 2024. More information when we have it.

  • Willow Tree 101 - 103 Ipswich St Stowmarket IP14 1BB (01449) 618090

    A new build JD Wetherspoons pub built to replace former building company offices. Despite the quite narrow street frontage, this open plan pub has a long lounge bar with a lot of seating, which eventually leads to an outdoor area (mainly used by smokers). It's usually quite busy especially at weekends.

• Stowupland
  • Crown Church Rd Stowupland IP14 4BQ ku.oc.dnalpuwotsnworceht@ofnI(01449) 490490

    An attractive thatched 14th century building which has been a pub since the 18th century. It was extensively renovated by the new owners in 2015 and offers a comprehensive menu. There's also a children's play area.

    A beauty salon was opened on the first floor some time after 2021.

  • Retreat Thorney Green Stowupland IP14 4AG (01449) 612511

    A modern pub overlooking the village green, which replaced an earlier building in 1969. Food includes home cooked Sunday Roasts and Daily Specials. There are bed & breakfast rooms. The pub has a toilet accessible to disabled customers. There's occasional live music. Regular Quiz nights are held on the last Monday of each month and on Tuesdays they have Bingo and Poker nights. There's a children's play area and large Garden.

  • Stowupland Sports & Social club Church Road Stowupland IP14 4BQ (01449) 771010

    Sports bar adjacent to local cricket ground. Regular local events organised.

• Stratford St. Mary
  • Anchor Upper St Stratford St. Mary CO7 6LW (01206) 322143

    This 15th century pub has been much restored and modernised recently and now has two bars and a function area for up to 120 people. Regular live music and beer festival on August BH weekend. Bar snacks, cakes and pasties available all day and breakfast from 9.30 to 11am. Large car park, plus walkers and cyclists welcome. Regular local community groups including car & motor bike enthusiasts, knitting & cribbage.

  • Hall Farm Shop Stratford St. Mary CO7 6LS (01206) 322 5720
  • Swan Lower St Stratford St. Mary CO7 6JR moc.nawsdroftarts@ofni(01206) 321244

    An attractive and lively pub in the village centre. A large modern extension to the rear of the historic lounge area is used for both drinking & dining. A new kitchen opened in summer of 2024. The former kitchen is now converted into a games room with bar billiards and darts. Some produce including many hops & botanicals are being grown on site. Plans to open brewery and distillery in late 2024/early 2025 in a new area behind a glass wall at far end of new main bar. Four cask beers are offered, as well as a good range of bottled Belgian beers and craft ales.

    On the other side of the road is a Victorian pumping station close to the remains of a lock on the River Stour, which is the county boundary and was once navigable from Manningtree (in Essex) to Sudbury.

    The pub has been owned since late 2012 by Sophie and Mark Dorber. The Dorbers also own and run the Walberswick Anchor.

• Stutton
  • Gardeners Arms Manningtree Rd Stutton IP9 2TG (01473) 328868

    A cosy two bar pub set on the edge of this small village, very close to the river Stour and just 6km from the historic Flatford Mill. An interesting collection of bric-a-brac adorns the walls including musical instruments, various framed posters and a huge set of bellows from a former nearby blacksmith's shop. An interesting and varied menu is available, with most food prepared on the premises. Crib played in the pub. Well behaved children are welcome in the pub and there is a large patio garden area to the rear of the building.

  • King's Head Manningtree Rd Stutton IP9 2SW (01473) 328898

    A former coaching inn with a number of drinking areas and plenty of exposed beams. There's also an on-site tearoom, open Tuesday to Saturday 1000-1500. A takeaway food menu is available - telephone 01473 328898.

    Dogs not allowed either in the pub or the garden.

• Sutton
  • Plough Main Rd Sutton IP12 3DU (01394) 411608

    This pub has a new bar, restaurant, kitchen & pool room. Locally sourced home cooked food is served daily, Lunchtime specials and retro menu plus Sunday roasts, Regular live entertainment, quiz nights, beer garden with bouncy castle. Sky TV (for rugby and football) and pool table. New brewery planned. Four changing beers on hand pump.

    Under new management as of early 2021. A carvery is planned when indoors service is permitted, though it will remain very much a pub.

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• Sweffling
  • White Horse Low Rd (B1119) Sweffling IP17 2BB moc.liamg@esrohetihwgnilffews(01728) 664178

    Suffolk CAMRA Pub of the Year 2015, and East Anglia Pub of the Year 2015. The current owners have focused on green issues - renewable energy, recycling, local suppliers, sustainable living & appreciating the environment. Their adjacent campsite business - since summer 2009 (part of which was formerly used as the pub garden) is now open from May to October and is now called Alde Garden (see www.aldegarden.co.uk) and offers a variety of camping options. The pub is a very cosy, traditional two-room pub, and is warmed by a wood-burner and wood-fired range. Gravity dispensed beers from local brewers are served through a taproom door. A range of Fairtrade, organic and local Adnams spirits is also available, and bar snacks are served. Hot snacks heated using the wood fired range. Some excellent non alcoholic cocktails (mocktails) are also available. Live music twice monthly on Saturdays. There is a piano and various pub games are offered including bar billiards, darts, crib and board games. Horse & trap rides available in summer.

• Swilland
  • Moon & Mushroom High Rd Swilland IP6 9LR moc.liamg@moorhsumdnanoom(01473) 785320

    A comfortable and cosy single bar pub and cafe, nicely decorated throughout with local pictures, tiled floor and scrubbed tables. A wide range of beers on gravity is always available from the tap room and home-cooked food is is served both in the bar and an adjoining dining room. The menu offers all home cooked food including some game dishes. There's occasional live music (on Sundays) and special themed nights. Outdoor seating is also available to the front and side of the pub, including a small heated area for smokers. There's also a rose garden. Dog friendly bar. There's a toilet for disabled customers. The pub won best country / village pub two years running.

• Tattingstone
  • Wheatsheaf Church Rd Tattingstone IP9 2LY (01473) 805470

    Comfortable open plan single bar that has been fully refurbished over the past three years by the current owners. Bar has both a real fire and a wood-burner. Located on outskirts of this small village that is divided by the nearby Alton water reservoir (built 1972-78). A large popular garden to side of pub. Occasional live music and quiz nights. Social events & weddings also catered for. Themed food evenings and regular Sunday roasts. Games include local cribbage league matches and bar billiards. Petanque played in garden (March to August). Terrestrial sport on TV on request. Also currently stock about 90 gins. The owners are CAMRA members and the two beers they have on rotate, generally avoiding Adnams. Food times MAY be extended if the demand is there. Beers are usually from local brewers. In late-2020/early-2021 new signage was erected describing the pub as the "Wheatsheaf Beer House". The pub occasionally shuts for a couple of days if there is a big beer festival on near by, landlady often is a volunteer for Norwich in October for example, so do check our Facebook page if you have any doubts.

    Food menu is currently reduced pending a new kitchen. Food times are currently uncertain.

  • White Horse White Horse Hill Tattingstone IP9 2NU moc.liamg@70nniesrohetihweht(01473) 328060

    This distinctive two bar pub is located close to the reservoir on a former main road which is now just a cul-de-sac and is a popular start/ending point for local walks. Both bars have exposed timber frame throughout. The refurbished public bar also has a large open fire, whilst the restaurant bar is larger and incorporates a wood burner. Various meal deals are offered during the week. Terrestrial sport is shown on TV. All toilets are still located outside in a separate building. Acoustic music sessions (folk or buskers) on the 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month. The statue of a white horse (Grade II Listed, as is the pub) located just outside this pub once stood outside the Great White Horse Hotel in Ipswich. It was badly damaged in the gales of early 2008 & was restored in August.

• Theberton
  • Lion The St Theberton IP16 4RU ku.oc.noilnotrebeht@mot(01728) 830185

    This large and lively village bar has various seating areas and a central fireplace. Many local pictures on walls and horse brasses adorn the beams. It also still retains outdoor toilets and has recently reinstated the patio seating areas to the front of the pub. Two log cabin letting rooms - both ensuite. Real cider (Giggler 6.3% plus others) The Lion Beer Club convenes on the first Monday of every month at 2045: The Theberton Lion Beer Club is designed to celebrate all that is good about beer in all its incarnations. Each week those attending contribute £5 in order to sample five beers and have a say in shaping the Lion's future beer list. For each ale or lager sampled, the club will compile their thoughts on 'see', 'smell' and 'taste' as well as assessing the mix of bitterness and sweetness. An overall mark on each will be recorded and over the course of the year a league table developed to identity the Theberton Lion Beer Club's Beer of the Year.

• Thorpeness
  • Dolphin Peace Place, Old Homes Road Thorpeness IP16 4FE moc.nihplodsseneproht@ofni(01728) 454994

    The pub has a reputation for good food. It has a large garden and accommodation. There is a toilet accessible to disabled customers. There's also a village shop on the premises. The current building replaced another pub (of the same name) that was destroyed by fire in 1996. The modern name of the pub comes from the logo of the local golf club, which appears on the pub sign.

  • Kitchen @ Thorpeness Barn Hall, Aldeburgh rd Thorpeness IP16 4NW (01728) 453266

    A modern cafe and bar recently built close tothe mere. It offers a wide range of food and drinks including two beers on draught. Adnams Ghostship and Dry hopped lager when last visited. Other beers and cider are available in bottles. There's also accommodation and a shopping Emporium on the same site

  • Thorpeness Hotel & Golf Club Lakeside Ave Thorpeness IP16 4NH (01728) 452176

    A casual bar offers snacks all day, and the modern restaurant overlooks the 18-hole golf course, and serves a mix of traditional and modern British cuisine.

• Trimley St. Martin
  • Hand in Hand High Rd Trimley St. Martin IP11 0RL ku.oc.ewotsxilefdnahnidnah@ofni(01394) 270308

    A popular traditional pub with a wide range of food served. There's a large outdoor patio area. Regular events include quiz nights and live music. Pub games are encouraged.

  • Trimley Sports & Social Club High Rd Trimley St. Martin IP11 0RJ (01394) 275240

    The club’s premises consist of a members' bar, a function hall for hire, squash/tennis courts, patio area, children’s play area and football pitch. The club holds an annual beer festival.

• Trimley St. Mary
  • Mariners Freehouse 193 High Road Trimley St. Mary IP11 0TN ku.oc.esuoheerfsreniram@sgnikoob(01394) 670444

    The building dates from the late 18th century. The pub was originally a wooden hut on another site (possibly Gaymer's Lane). The name was changed from the New Inn to remember Thomas Cavendish, who was born in Trimley St Martin and in May 1588 was the first man to command a ship that deliberately circumnavigated the world (previous circumnavigators had done so accidentally). It was apparently renamed to celebrate his return to Trimley from his circumnavigation. It was renamed from the Three Mariners to the Mariners Free House in September 2015, when it passed into new ownership.

• Tuddenham St. Martin
  • Fountain The St Tuddenham St. Martin IP6 9BT moc.tcennoctb@bupniatnuof(01473) 785377

    This historic inn has many beams and some pargetting. It's popular with ramblers and close to Finn valley walk. Pub is open "all day, every day". Except Monday, when it's closed.

• Tunstall
  • Green Man Woodbridge Rd Tunstall IP12 2JE (01728) 689048

    A spacious Victorian brick building with a pleasant garden and pond. The large main bar has a spacious seating area and various games available including darts, whilst some great looking food is offered in the separate lounge/dining room next door.

    The pub was renovated and reopened in August 2020 after a long period of closure. Currently serves three Real Ales that change weekly.

  • Plough & Sail The Maltings Tunstall IP17 1SR (01728) 688413

    Although this pub is located in the parish of Tunstall it is more often referred to as being in Snape (which is its postal address) and stands in front of the famous maltings. There is a toilet for disabled customers. The split level bar has been considerably extended in recent years to cope with increased demand for food.

• Ufford
  • Crown High Street Ufford IP13 6EL moc.nworcdroffueht@xam(01394) 461030

    A large two bar pub located alongside the former main road (once the A12), which has since been by-passed. It offers a range of quality beers and food. The Crown was originally built as a farmhouse in the 17th century. Grade II Listed.

  • White Lion Lower St Ufford IP13 6DW ku.oc.noiletihwdroffu@ofni(01394) 460770

    This unspoilt, 17th century house is sited near to the River Deben and is popular with walkers. The owners pride themselves on their fresh, home-cooked fare, which is invariably locally sourced. It's child friendly. Beers are served direct from the cask. The pub has a calendar full of events throughout the year, many of them taking place upon the adjacent meadow. A micrcobrewery (Uffa Brewery) was installed in 2011, with production starting late May of that year. It's currently mothballed until a new brewer can be recruited.

    Note that the stated opening hours may vary from time to time due to private functions or events.

    Under new management during the summer of 2023, so some of these details may have changed (though opening hours are up to date).

• Upper Layham
  • Marquis The Street Upper Layham IP7 5JZ (01473) 377977

    A 17th century roadside inn with various small rooms that overlooks the Brett valley. Part of the building was once a bakery which has been incorporated into the current structure. Extensively renovated and extended between 2014 and 2016, the pub now also includes a sizeable hotel with 10 letting rooms. Various function rooms and outdoor seating areas.

• Waldringfield
  • Maybush Cliff Road Waldringfield IP12 4QL (01473) 736215

    A popular riverside restaurant and pub, operated by Deben Inns. It has a large garden and a car park. There are good views of the River Deben from the terrace.

  • Waldringfield Heath Golf Club Newbourn Road, Waldringfield Waldringfield IP12 4PT (01473) 736768

    Waldringfield Golf and Leisure welcomes visitors at all times. Tee times can be booked online by Members and Visitors whilst Buggies, trolleys and clubs are all available to hire subject to availability and advance booking. They regularly cater for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, dinner dances and parties.

• Walton
  • Dooley Ferry Lane Walton IP11 3QL moc.liamg@bupyeloodeht(01394) 674190

    A distinctive but remote old pub set close to the modern container port.

  • Falcon 272 High St Walton IP11 9DS moc.notlawnoclafeht@ofnI(01394) 548813

    A friendly community pub on the high street, where everyone is welcome. Live music, quiz nights, darts and a pool table.

    We also have a small function room which leads onto a small courtyard.

    Pet friendly.

  • Owl & Pussycat Grange Farm Ave Walton IP11 2FB (01394) 671810

    A modern open-plan pub with a games room, sited close to a modern housing estate and adjacent to a supermarket. Various food and drink promotions. The pub has a toilet for disabled customers. There's a 10% discount on Real Ales for Camra members.

    There is some confusion about the correct name for this pub, as some signage says "Owl & Pussycat", while other signage says "Owl & the Pussycat". We use the name on the newer swing sign.

• Washbrook
  • Brook Inn The Street Washbrook IP8 3HR moc.liamg@dtlraebdnarewerb(01473) 730531

    A spacious village pub. The public bar still retains a village atmosphere. There's a comfortable large restaurant area for families. The menu features a lot of gluten-free options for people with coeliac disease and also features a good selection for vegetarians.

• Westerfield
  • Railway Main Rd Westerfield IP6 9AA (01473) 252337

    A popular split level pub and restaurant, with a real log fire (built by the landlord) that burns on most evenings in the colder months. Real ales are served directly from the cask. The pub has offered B&B since 2017. The Bus stop is located just after the nearby crossroads (about 2 minute walk from the pub).

  • Swan Westerfield Road Westerfield IP6 9AJ ku.oc.snninebed@naws(01473) 251447

    Part of the Deben Inns group, offering a wide range of food and drink in the nicely refurbished bar.

• Westleton
  • Crown The Street Westleton IP17 3AD ku.oc.nworcnoteltsew@ofni(01728) 648777

    An attractive village hotel maintaining a bar with a genuine public feel. Well kept beer accompanies a fine food menu. As much food and drink as possible is sourced from within Suffolk. There's a toilet for disabled customers.

• Wherstead
  • Oyster Reach Bourne Hill Wherstead IP2 8ND (01473) 692372

    The small pub area is these days dwarfed by the steak-grill and motel. This helped to transform the business and today the remaining bar area is more popular with diners. In 2017 all Oyster Reach signage was removed and the whole operation apparently re-branded Beefeater (though according to its website, it's still the Oyster Reach), though it still retains the bar and hand-pumps. For a long while this was a popular, small, late drinking venue just outside Ipswich town borough (when Ipswich pubs still closed at 10.30pm). The Oyster Reach name only dates from 1995, as a reference to the historic oyster beds on that part of the Orwell.

  • Suffolk Food Hall The Strand Wherstead IP9 2AB (01473) 786610

    A large independently owned market hall on the southern outskirts of Ipswich. Mostly bottled Suffolk beers stocked, but also some from nearby breweries such as Mauldon's, Mersea Island & Elgood's. The commitment to local produce is evident by the notices telling customers how far their food & drink items have travelled. Also have a licenced restaurant.

• Wickham Market
  • Wickham Market Royal British Legion Club Foresters Hall, 12 Dallinghoo Road Wickham Market IP13 0RP (01728) 746915

    Membership is open to everyone, especially if you have an interest in the objectives of the Legion and want to help and support those who have served and their families. More details about club membership on website.

• Witnesham
  • Barley Mow Mow Hill (B1077) Witnesham IP6 9EH (01473) 785395

    A comfortable pub with beams and posts preserving discrete seating areas within a large open bar. It's family friendly with a strong local community focus. Sunday roasts. Regular quiz nights and karaoke.

  • Fynn Valley Golf Club The Street Witnesham IP6 9JA

    Fynn Valley Golf Club – England Golf’s Most Welcoming Golf Club 2017 – is set in the rolling countryside of rural Suffolk in Witnesham, near Ipswich and is a friendly, family run Club where members and visitors enjoy the extensive golfing facilities as well as the thriving social side of the game. With a new purpose built oak-framed clubhouse overlooking the first fairway. In addition to the picturesque parkland 18 hole course, the club offers a 9 hole course, 22 bay floodlit covered golf range, practise greens and bunker, golf lessons, two golf shops, FootGolf and extensive clubhouse facilities set in converted Edwardian farm buildings. See website for access details and to book your day out.

• Woodbidge
  • 1975 14 Gobbitt's Yard Woodbidge IP12 1DD

    A wine bar which opened in 2022. It can be hired for events Sunday to Tuesday. Gobbit's Yard is just off the Thoroughfare.

• Woodbridge
  • Anchor 19 Quay Street Woodbridge IP12 1BX (01394) 382649

    The pub has a cosy front bar with two main drinking areas and an open fire during the winter months, and there's a larger seating and dining area to the rear (via some steps) with lower beamed ceilings. Parts of the building date back to the 17th century. The pub also offers an open seating area to the front of the building in warmer weather. No entry after 10.30pm. Also listed at Common Quay & Quay La.

  • Angel 2 Theatre St Woodbridge IP12 4NE ku.oc.egdirbdoowlegnaeht@liam(01394) 382660

    A traditional two bar pub with beams and tiled floors. There's an outdoor seating area with stables still in evidence to the rear. The well-kept range of up to six Real Ales are supplemented by some craft beers plus a massive selection of gins. The range of gins has resulted in an entry in the Guinness Book of Records. Gin tasting sessions are available via the pub website. Two open mic evenings every month on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays plus a DJ every Saturday evening and live music (see the pub's website). There's a wood fired pizza oven in the garden.

  • Bull 2 Market Hill Woodbridge IP12 4LR ku.oc.letohllub@noitpecer(01394) 382089

    A historic town centre hotel which includes a recently refurbished bar and restaurant. The current bar now offers much improved seating and a new menu that includes various fresh, local and seasonal ingredients plus ever popular Sunday roasts. Six handpulls provide a good selection of cask ales.

  • Cherry Tree 73 Cumberland St Woodbridge IP12 4AG ku.oc.bupeertyrrehceht@ofni(01394) 384627

    Although the tree no longer remains, it is still shown in a picture by the famous Suffolk painter, Thomas Churchyard, inside this inn. Informal card sessions and quiz nights are held and family games are available to play. Child and dog friendly, this pub also offers traditional food which is served all day from breakfast onwards. Accommodation is provided in a converted outdoor barn. There's a toilet accessible to disabled customers. The Cherry Tree was named Community Pub of the Year in Adnams' 2008 Pub Awards.

  • Crown 2 Thoroughfare Woodbridge IP12 1AD ku.oc.egdirbdoowtanworceht@ofni(01394) 384242

    An old 16th century coaching inn and hotel that is tastefully furnished throughout, with 21 rooms. There's a separate restaurant and bar areas. There are regular jazz nights on the 4th Thursday of every month and a jazz jam on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Real ale is no longer regularly stocked due to low demand.

  • Deben Seal 60 Ipswich Rd Woodbridge IP12 4BY ku.oc.stnaruatseroge@egdirbdoow(01394) 386347

    A pub & restaurant specialising in Mediterranean food.

  • Hopsters / Burnt Mill Tap Room Tide Mill Way Woodbridge IP12 1FP

    A pop-up craft ale bar, open for six months as a try-out. If it goes well it will become permanent. There are six craft taps and two cider taps, plus a well-stocked fridge. All ales are from the Burnt Mill range.

  • King's Head 17 Market Hill Woodbridge IP12 4LP ku.oc.snninebed@daehsgnik(01394) 387754

    A large, single beamed bar with an impressive fireplace & traditional seating in various drinking areas. The Barracks is a separate restaurant to rear of a more modern construction. Some outdoor seating is also available both to the front overlooking market hill & in the secluded courtyard to the rear. No admission after 11pm. Disabled toilet. Folk club on 3rd Tuesday every month and Jazz jam every 3rd Thursday.

  • Old Mariner 26 New St Woodbridge IP12 1DX ku.oc.reniramdloeht@ofni(01394) 382679

    A traditional, two roomed bar close to the town centre, which offers a range of well kept beers served from a gravity stillage. The front bar has scrubbed tables and a low ceiling whilst the rear bar is quieter and gives access to a separate seating area. There's a garden and a car-park (off Castle Street). The smoking area is behind the pub. There's live music most weekends with resident bands and a DJ.

  • Olde Bell & Steelyard 103 New Street Woodbridge IP12 1DZ moc.liamg@drayleetsdnallebedloey(01394) 382933

    This prominent, historical multi-roomed pub dates from about 1540. Facilities include a bistro, the main bar, a narrow public bar and an enclosed conservatory. The patio garden is also very popular in good weather. The main bar includes a large fireplace and high beamed ceiling. Live rugby is televised in public bar on all home nation match days. The food is an eclectic mix of styles to suit most tastes. Outside is the listed "steelyard" - which is an impressive 15th century weighbridge that gives the pub its name. The only other pub with a steelyard like this is the Fountain at Soham in Cambridgeshire. The steelyard was nearly destroyed in the early hours of March 10th 2018 when it was hit by an HGV, which failed to stop. Police say they have located and spoken to the driver who will be "interviewed for traffic related offences in due course". It has since been repaired.

    There's a toilet for disabled customers.

  • Red Lion 90 Thoroughfare Woodbridge IP12 1AL ku.oc.egdirbdoownoilder@ofni(01394) 548327

    The Red Lion offers a wide selection of real ales in a comfortable and relaxed setting. There are various meal deals including a pie and a pint for £10. Live music is played once a month. BT Sport is used for live TV sport only.

  • Warwick 35 Warwick Ave Woodbridge IP12 1JX (01394) 383182

    A modern single room estate bar, located away from the town centre.

  • Woodbridge Golf Club Heath Road Woodbridge IP12 2PF (01394) 382038

    Visitors enjoy full use of all the club’s facilities. Comfortable clubhouse with casual bar, lounge and formal restaurant. Choice of snack and full menus. Excellent changing facilities with showers.

  • Woodbridge Royal British Legion Club 81 Thoroughfare Woodbridge IP12 1AH (01394) 382764

    Membership is open to everyone, especially if you have an interest in the objectives of the Legion and want to help and support those who have served and their families. More details about club membership on website.

• Woolverstone
  • Monimar Cat House Lane Woolverstone IP9 1AS ku.oc.raminom@ofni(01473) 879471

    Monimar is a fairly modern bar/restaurant at the marina. Buttermans was renamed the Wheelhouse in 2015, then again renamed to become the Riverside in 2016. About 2020 it became the Loch & Quay. In 2024 the name again changed to Monimar. These days it's more of a restaurant than a bar.

• Yoxford
  • King's Head Brook St Yoxford IP17 3EX

    This prominent two bar main (A12) road pub with wooden floors throughout was one of the first smoke-free pubs in the country, pre-dating the present smoking ban by a number of years - certainly before 2006.