Cock And Pye

Standing proud on Upper Brook Street, The Cock & Pye has been serving Ipswich since the 1600s, long before anyone thought to put a pie on a pub sign. Here, you can catch live sport on Sky and TNT, sip on a cocktail, or tuck into pub classics while soaking up the atmosphere in a timber-framed building that’s seen it all.

A favourite among sports fans, families, and anyone who appreciates a proper pub with history, this place offers a hidden beer garden perfect for sunny afternoons, a menu of classics, and a welcome as warm as the timber beams. The name has a story involving cocks and pies that’s far more interesting than your average pub tale.

Unlike those soulless chains where the only character is the WiFi password, The Cock & Pye wears its centuries with pride. The staff are friendly, the screens are big, and the only thing more consistent than the service is the quality of the pints. Whether you’re here for the match, a family meal, or just to enjoy a drink in one of Ipswich’s oldest pubs, this is a place that knows how to do the simple things well.

Local Tip: Ask about the history of the name. It’s a tale that’s as unique as the pub itself.