The Nelson

The Nelson Traditional dog friendly pub with a sun trap beer garden, delicious food & a variety of cask ales 🍺
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Welcome to The Lord Nelson – also affectionately known as The Nelson, a country pub in the heart of the town,

This historic pub has undergone many changes during its long life and now with us, Tom and Josie, as the new landlords at the helm our vision it to return to its traditional roots as a good old fashioned traditional pub! That said we do plan to make some changes – a fresh new menu, wider selection of wines and beers including guest beers from smaller independent breweries. Plus we want to bring back a pub quiz and some other events such as an acoustic open mic night. We also plan to slowly and sympathetically restore the fabric, furniture and fixtures of the building and are already making some initial changes which we hope you will like. Hopefully when all finished we will be the country pub in the heart of the town and community. In keeping with traditional pubs we have an open fires on through the colder months, perfect to finish that walk with the dog and relax with a pint of quality ale. The Pub has a small snug bar suitable for groups of 12-20, it does get booked very quickly so please don’t delay. During the summer our Courtyard garden is a real sun trap offering a sheltered space to relax late into the evening. We thank you for your support through this period and look forward to getting to know customers old and new and share a pint or two along the way!

22/09/2026

With the first day of autumn tomorrow, cosy pub season is officially upon us ⭐

As the evenings get cooler, there’s no better place to cosy up with a drink, something delicious to eat, and the warm glow of the fire 🍻🔥

Join us at The Nelson this autumn - find us at 81 Fore St, Ipswich, IP4 1JZ 📍

20/09/2026

Punctuation has never been more important 😜

It might be early, but the C word is back at The Nelson 🎄Our diary has opened up for Christmas reservations, and it's al...
19/09/2026

It might be early, but the C word is back at The Nelson 🎄Our diary has opened up for Christmas reservations, and it's already filling fast!

Our delicious, handcrafted festive menu will be available from Monday 23rd November, with bookings paid before 30th September receiving a discounted price on both two and three course options! Whether you're getting together with friends and family or looking for somewhere to have a company meal, be sure to join us for your festivities at The Nelson this Christmas season⭐

We can't wait to welcome you! Get in touch with us to reserve your table 🎁

18/09/2026

Doesn’t seem like such a bad idea to us 🫣

That Friday feeling is here again, come and join us at The Nelson! 🍻

17/09/2026

Save the date: Oktoberfest at The Nelson! 🍻

📆 1st-4th October
🍻 Food and drink specials, fancy dress and lots of festive vibes!
📍The Nelson, Ipswich

Join us and celebrate in style at The Nelson 🙌 We can’t wait to see you there!

The best beer in the universe*, now pouring at The Nelson! 🍻Introducing 'Hyperbole', a golden ale from Colchester Brewer...
16/09/2026

The best beer in the universe*, now pouring at The Nelson! 🍻

Introducing 'Hyperbole', a golden ale from Colchester Brewery now on our barrels that's brewed to showcase the wonderful Willamette hop, with a smidge of Colombus and Chinook for good measure. A combination of tasting notes including grapefruit, pine and citrus make this pint an easy drinker that is wonderfully moreish. Grab a pint or two and give it a try before it's gone! ⭐

*According to Colchester Brewery's website 😜

Carabao Cup action is back in Ipswich! 🙌Heading to the Arsenal game tonight? Pop in and see us at The Nelson beforehand!...
15/09/2026

Carabao Cup action is back in Ipswich! 🙌

Heading to the Arsenal game tonight? Pop in and see us at The Nelson beforehand! We've got all your favourite pints, our kitchen will be open from 6pm and we're just a short walk from Portman Road, meaning we're the perfect place to soak in the match day atmosphere ⚽

Come on you Blues! 🔵⚪

14/09/2026

The saddest love story ever told 😢

13/09/2026

So delicious, even the rain knows it 😜

It’s not too late to book your table for Sunday roast and join us at The Nelson! We’re serving NOW🍴

Four days, one big celebration - Oktoberfest is coming to The Nelson! 🇩🇪Save the date! Join us from the 1st - 4th Octobe...
12/09/2026

Four days, one big celebration - Oktoberfest is coming to The Nelson! 🇩🇪

Save the date! Join us from the 1st - 4th October for this BRAND NEW event at your favourite Ipswich pub 🍻 Expect authentic German beers, a specially curated menu and of course plenty of festive vibes!

Our team have got their lederhosen ready... have you? We can't wait to see you there 🙌

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81 Fore Street
Ipswich
IP41JZ

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