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Best Pubs in Suffolk

Discover standout pubs across Suffolk, from dependable local favourites to destination-worthy finds that justify the drive.

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White Horse Tattingstone
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White Horse Tattingstone

Tattingstone

White Horse Tattingstone is a Grade II listed 17th-century inn in Tattingstone, Suffolk, with a large beer garden and onsite campsite.

The Claydon Greyhound
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The Claydon Greyhound

Claydon££

The Claydon Greyhound is a traditional pub located on Ipswich Road in Claydon, Suffolk, serving food and drinks to the local community.

Elmswell Tavern
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Elmswell Tavern

Elmswell

Elmswell Tavern is a traditional community pub in Elmswell, Suffolk, open daily with food, cocktails, and live music on the menu.

The Bell Inn, Rickinghall
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The Bell Inn, Rickinghall

Rickinghall££

The Bell Inn, Rickinghall — a traditional pub in Rickinghall, Suffolk, serving food and drinks on The St. Visit their website for menu details and opening times.

Six Bells Horringer
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Six Bells Horringer

Bury St Edmunds££

Six Bells Horringer is a traditional pub near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, serving food and drinks in a welcoming village setting. Visit for ales, hearty meals, and friendly service.

Crown at Stowupland
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Crown at Stowupland

Stowupland

Crown at Stowupland is a traditional pub on Church Rd offering food, drinks, and community events in Stowupland, Suffolk.

Spread Eagle Bury St Edmunds
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Spread Eagle Bury St Edmunds

Bury St Edmunds

Spread Eagle is a pub in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, open daily from 11am with live sport on Sky Sports and TNT Sports screens.

Cock Inn Polstead
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Cock Inn Polstead

Polstead

Cock Inn Polstead is a Grade II listed, 17th-century pub on the village green in Polstead, Suffolk, with a gin bar, cask ales, and a large beer garden.

The Swan
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The Swan

Westerfield££

The Swan, a traditional pub on Westerfield Road in Westerfield, Suffolk, offering classic drinks and dining in a welcoming village setting.

The Cretingham Bell
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The Cretingham Bell

Cretingham££

The Cretingham Bell is a traditional pub in Cretingham, Suffolk, serving food and drinks in a welcoming village setting.

The Sorrel Horse
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The Sorrel Horse

Shottisham

The Sorrel Horse is a 16th-century inn in Shottisham, Suffolk, serving award-winning ales from Mauldons Brewery alongside hearty pub food.

Masons Arms
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Masons Arms

Bury St Edmunds

Masons Arms is a traditional pub in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, with nine Cask Marque accredited real ales and a sheltered courtyard garden.

The Railway Inn
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The Railway Inn

Aldeburgh££

The Railway Inn, Aldeburgh, Suffolk - A traditional pub on Leiston Road serving real ales, home-cooked food and a warm welcome to locals and visitors.

Old Mill House Saxtead
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Old Mill House Saxtead

Saxtead££

Old Mill House Saxtead is a traditional pub located on The Green in Saxtead, Suffolk, serving food and drinks in a village setting.

Queens Head Public House
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Queens Head Public House

Colchester

Queens Head Public House is a Victorian cottage-style pub in Great Wenham, near Colchester, Suffolk, known for its real ale and long-standing Indian curry menu.

Guinness Arms
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Guinness Arms

Icklingham

Guinness Arms is a traditional pub in Icklingham, Suffolk, serving food and drinks. Find opening hours, menus, and contact details on their website.

Royal William
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Royal William

Stowmarket

Royal William is a traditional pub in Stowmarket, Suffolk, located on Union Street. Serving food and drinks in a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors.

The Crown
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The Crown

Acton££

The Crown is a traditional pub located on High Street in Acton, Suffolk, serving food and drinks to locals and visitors in the village.

The Brook Inn
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The Brook Inn

Washbrook££

The Brook Inn is a pub located in Washbrook, Suffolk, serving food and drinks to the local community. Visit their website for menus, opening times and event information.

Dog & Partridge Bury St Edmunds
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Dog & Partridge Bury St Edmunds

Bury St Edmunds

Dog & Partridge is a 17th-century pub on Crown Street in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, serving cask ales and British pub grub daily.

The Ufford Crown
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The Ufford Crown

Ufford££

The Ufford Crown is a traditional pub located on High Street in Ufford, Suffolk, serving food and drink to locals and visitors.

White Hart Inn Aldeburgh
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White Hart Inn Aldeburgh

Aldeburgh££

White Hart Inn Aldeburgh is a traditional pub on High Street serving food, drinks and accommodation in Aldeburgh, Suffolk.

Gardeners Arms Stutton
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Gardeners Arms Stutton

Stutton

Gardeners Arms is a two-bar pub in Stutton, Suffolk, sitting close to the River Stour with a large patio garden to the rear.

The Westgate
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The Westgate

Bury St Edmunds

The Westgate is a no-frills pub on Guildhall Street in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, serving hearty English food alongside Greene King cask ales, beers, and cocktails.

Editorial Guide

Planning your Suffolk pubs shortlist

Suffolk has the kind of pubs scene where the best options are often the ones locals return to again and again. Some are worth a detour, some are ideal when you are already nearby, and some simply get the basics right every time.

Start with the main shortlist here, then narrow things down by town or by the features that matter most to your plans. If you already know you want somewhere dog friendly, family friendly, or especially good for a specific occasion, the links below will get you there faster.

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