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!

September's Cocktail of the Month uses our very own local spirit - say hello to the Tiny Town Fizz! ⭐Originating from ju...
07/09/2026

September's Cocktail of the Month uses our very own local spirit - say hello to the Tiny Town Fizz! ⭐

Originating from just down the road, the Tiny Town Manningtree Dry Gin is distilled with seven botanicals and Essex spring water, making it the perfect base for our brand new cocktail 🌿 A dreamy mix of gin, Cointreau, lime juice and soda, all served in the classic Tiny Town glass 🙌

Grab one before they're gone at The Nelson this week!

05/09/2026

That start of September can only mean one thing, and it’s our favourite C word 👀

Follow us to be the first to hear about when our Christmas bookings go live! 🎁

⚪🔵 It's matchday in Ipswich! 🔵⚪Join us at The Nelson and kickstart your weekend with other Ipswich Town supporters, our ...
04/09/2026

⚪🔵 It's matchday in Ipswich! 🔵⚪

Join us at The Nelson and kickstart your weekend with other Ipswich Town supporters, our home cooked menu and pints aplenty 🍻

We're open from midday! Drop your score predictions in the comments ⬇️

Good old fashioned marketing? Nailed it 😜Find The Lord Nelson at 81 Fore St, Ipswich, IP4 1JZ 📍
03/09/2026

Good old fashioned marketing? Nailed it 😜

Find The Lord Nelson at 81 Fore St, Ipswich, IP4 1JZ 📍

Now pouring: Adnams Extra! 🍻An uncompromisingly hoppy Extra Special Bitter from the historic Adnams brewing books, it is...
02/09/2026

Now pouring: Adnams Extra! 🍻

An uncompromisingly hoppy Extra Special Bitter from the historic Adnams brewing books, it is remembered for winning the 1993 Champion B**r of Britain award, as well as its intense English hop character and a thirst-quenching finish. This copper coloured b**r has a gloriously hoppy, floral and herbal aroma which follows through on the palate where it is balanced by the biscuity fullness of the malts and dry, tart bitterness.

Come in and give this extra special pint a try at The Nelson!

Last chance to try: Poacher on the Broads! 🐺This pint from Wolf Brewery has been flying out over the Bank Holiday weeken...
01/09/2026

Last chance to try: Poacher on the Broads! 🐺

This pint from Wolf Brewery has been flying out over the Bank Holiday weekend, and for good reason - it's a blonde ale with citrusy hops, fruity aroma and a refreshing burst of elderflower 🌼

Light and deliciously drinkable, it's here for a good time, not a long one! Keep the long weekend going and join us at The Nelson today, we're open from 12 🍻

31/08/2026

Nobody’s got time for those sorts of silly questions 😜

We’re open for all your Bank Holiday beverages now! Come and join us ⭐

29/08/2026

These aren’t quite the messages we were expecting to see on shift 😳

27/08/2026

Aren’t they all liquid? 🤨

Treat yourself to a glass (or more!) of our w**e selection at The Nelson tonight - it is nearly Friday after all! 🥂

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Congratulations to all the parents who have nearly survived the summer holidays 😜 The countdown to back-to-school is on…...
25/08/2026

Congratulations to all the parents who have nearly survived the summer holidays 😜 The countdown to back-to-school is on… which means it’s time to put those brains back into gear! 🧠

Our next Pub Quiz is coming up soon, and we’re taking things Back to School 🎒 Sharpen your pencils, dust off those textbooks and get ready to prove you’re top of the class at The Nelson! 🏆 Get your team together and get ready to battle it out for quiz glory 🙌

Speak to a member of our team or give us a call on 01473 407510 to book! 🍻

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81 Fore Street
Ipswich
IP41JZ

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