Deben Inns

Deben Inns Deben Inns | Suffolk

A Suffolk-based group of individual inns. All of the properties have been subject to substantial investment upon acquisition.

Dog friendly • Family friendly
Open 7 days a week • Food served all day, every day

Download our Deben Inns app for offers, loyalty rewards, and loads more! The Deben Inns story began in 1992 whilst the Lomas family were running the The Wilford Bridge at Melton. The next step came when the business acquired the lease of The Maybush Inn, Waldringfield, in October of 1997. Seen by many as the flagsh

ip of Deben Inns, the success of the Maybush lead to a further acquisition in 2001, in the form of the Butt & Oyster at Pin Mill. Four years later, The Fox Inn at Newbourne came on board and The Coach & Horses at Melton was procured in early 2011. Most recently, in the summer of 2013, the Swan at Westerfield has joined the group as the business continues to grow. The facilities have been modernised, allowing for a more pleasant working environment and a better customer experience, and the decor has been crafted to reflect the history and individuality of each of the Inns. From the cosy, cottage like feel of the fox - where horseshoes adorn a grand open fireplace - to the Maybush – bedecked with navigational wallpaper and a strong maritime theme - each Inn has a unique charm. Our ethos at Deben Inns is to run each pub with the emphasis very much focused on providing great food, with friendly service, at good value. In addition to this, beautiful and peaceful surroundings will only enhance the experience of visiting a Deben Inn. We believe it's very important to keep the individuality of each pub intact. Each team of chefs are encouraged to incorporate their own ideas and style of cooking, under no constraints and this means when visiting each of our Inns, there is always a variety of choices, prepared in an original style. Making the most of local produce and ingredients keeps our food fresh and ensures quality. We use fish that's caught off the Suffolk coast and our meats come from local butchers and farmers. Strawberries picked in Newbourne go from plant to plate in a matter of hours. We believe all of this makes a big difference to our food and continue to use locally sourced products where possible. Real ales and fine wines are chosen to compliment our settings and menus. Guest ales are a feature of ours Inns and each pub has a different range to choose from. These are mainly sourced from Adnams of Southwold and with each sip, you can almost smell the fresh sea air. In addition to the ales, we have a varied selection of wines originating from New Zealand, Chile, Australia, Italy and France, and our range is sure to appeal to the palette. All of the pubs welcome families and dogs, cater for the disabled and have ample parking on site. We also offer a range of coffees and teas, even hot chocolates for the children. Hope to see you at one of our Inns soon.

30/05/2026

Roasts aren’t just for the colder months, we serve our traditional roasts all year round.

Each of our pubs has its own individual Sunday menu, with a choice of meats and vegetarian options available, so there’s something for everyone.

Just a reminder to get your Father’s Day reservations in early for Sunday 21st June 😉

Use the booking link in our bio or give us a call

Had a long day enjoying the  ? We’ve got you covered.We’re open and serving food until 9pm every day, perfect for a well...
27/05/2026

Had a long day enjoying the ? We’ve got you covered.

We’re open and serving food until 9pm every day, perfect for a well-earned refuel when you don’t feel like cooking.

All of our sites offer children’s menus with something for every taste.

Plus, don’t miss some fantastic exclusive offers on the Deben Inns app:
• 2-4-1 burgers on Wednesdays
• £10 pizzas on Thursdays
• 2 courses for £18
• £10 off your food bill from 4pm Mon–Thur , &

25/05/2026

An extra day off… make the most of it! We’re open and serving food all day, and the forecast is looking great.

The Ship in Levington is the perfect Bank Holiday spot, with plenty of lovely riverside walks nearby to enjoy before or after your visit. We’ve got a children’s play area, dog-friendly spaces, and delicious food served from 12–9pm.

🎶LIVE MUSIC TODAY🎶 Peter Hepworth  from 2:30pm Charli Stephens-King  6:30-8:30pm We’re open and serving food all day com...
23/05/2026

🎶LIVE MUSIC TODAY🎶

Peter Hepworth from 2:30pm

Charli Stephens-King 6:30-8:30pm

We’re open and serving food all day come down grab a spot and enjoy an afternoon of music in the beer garden.

22/05/2026

Three-day weekend again.

Down by the River Orwell, just outside Ipswich, The Butt & Oyster is open all weekend — breakfast, lunch and dinner.

It usually starts with “shall we just go for one?” and somehow turns into sitting by the water watching the afternoon slip away.

Suffolk sun when it shows up. A cold drink in hand. Nowhere else you need to be.

Bank holiday, done right.

20/05/2026

WINE WEDNESDAY- The perfect midweek treat…
Buy 2 large glasses, get the 3rd FREE!

📱 Exclusively on the Deben Inns app

Good luck to the amazing Deben Inns team taking on the Woodbridge 10K today! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️Wishing all runners the very best, ...
17/05/2026

Good luck to the amazing Deben Inns team taking on the Woodbridge 10K today! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Wishing all runners the very best, go smash it! 💪

BBQ & Grill Week is coming soon…📅 25th–31st May📍 All sites will be serving delicious BBQ and grill-inspired specials thr...
17/05/2026

BBQ & Grill Week is coming soon…

📅 25th–31st May
📍 All sites will be serving delicious BBQ and grill-inspired specials throughout the week

Book your table now via the link in our bio 🔗

Hospitality isn’t for the faint-hearted, it takes stamina, resilience, and the ability to keep going no matter what.Soun...
16/05/2026

Hospitality isn’t for the faint-hearted, it takes stamina, resilience, and the ability to keep going no matter what.

Sounds a bit like climbing mountains too… which is exactly what Eleanor, General Manager at Coach & Horses, is doing in the 3 Peaks Challenge!

Ben Nevis ✔️
Scafell ✔️
Just Snowdon to go.

24 hours. 3 peaks. What a challenge.

Drop Eleanor some support and encouragement for the final mountain below, nearly there!

Meet Dale, General Manager at The Butt & Oyster in Pin Mill Dale has been part of the Deben Inns family for 15 years, st...
15/05/2026

Meet Dale, General Manager at The Butt & Oyster in Pin Mill

Dale has been part of the Deben Inns family for 15 years, starting his journey as a Glass collector. It didn’t take long for him to discover his passion for hospitality, quickly progressing into a General Manager role.

As General Manager, Dale plays a huge part in the day-to-day running of the pub, while also supporting our kitchen team and helping keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Most recently, Dale has been back in the classroom, successfully completing both his Level 2 and Level 3 WSET courses, achieving a Merit in Level 3 a fantastic accomplishment!

Dale now brings his extensive wine knowledge, alongside years of Deben Inns experience, to curating our wine lists and selecting our seasonal wine specials.

Next time you visit, be sure to ask Dale for a wine recommendation, there’s not much he can’t tell you about our wines.

Congratulations, Dale! 👏

Address

The Maybush Inn
Woodbridge
IP12$

Website

http://debeninns.co.uk/, https://gifts.debeninns.co.uk/

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