Located a short walk from the town centre The Arbor House serves a selection of local, craft and world products.
A short walk from the town centre - by Christchurch Park and the Museum - The Arbor House is an independent pub run by Georgina. In the kitchen, Head Chef Connor cooks modern takes on British pub classics such as his classic Lasagne and our famous gluten Beer battered fish & chips as well as our signature small plates. Made in house and served fast.
At the bar you’ll find cask kept properly, a rotating line-up of local ales and craft guests, and a thoughtful pick of wines and spirits.
Spread over two floors with a garden. The bar is on the ground floor, upstairs - The Aviary is a cosy lounge that’s also available for private hire and out back: a large beer & flower garden.
Ipswich Pub of the Year 2025 (CAMRA).
Shortlisted for two Casual Dining Awards in our first year.
Book or enquire: 01473 219660 · thearborhouseips@gmail.com
Location
43 High Street
Ipswich, Suffolk
IP1 3QL
CONTACT
Hours
BAR
Mon - Thurs: 11.30 – 22.30
Fri - Sat: 11:30 – 23:30
Sun: 12 – 22:00
FOOD
Mo - Th: 12 – 14:30 / 17 - 21 Fri - Sat: 12 – 21:30
Sun: 12 – 19:00
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Bar Open:
Mo,Tu,We,Th: 11:30 - 22:30
Fr,Sa: 12:00 - 23:30
Su: 12:00 - 22:00
Kitchen Service:
Mo,Tu,We,Th: 12:00 - 14:30, 17:00 - 21:00
Fr,Sa: 12:00 - 21:30
Su: 12:00 - 20:00
OPEN ALL DAY, EVERYDAY!
SATURDAY
LIVE MUSIC
Live Music Continues! A live act plays every Saturday Evening from 8pm, please check our social media or call us for the line-up.
SUNDAY
TRADITIONAL ROAST
Sundays are a day of rest so let us take care of dinner with our delicious traditional roast. A different Roast Meat on rotation every week, or a vegetarian alternative - served with homemade Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, vegetables and real homemade gravy. (priced from £16 - varies according to meat/market price) Children’s portions and a Vegan option are also available. (Vegan Roast £14/£9)
EVENTS
31st October
1st November
19th November
28th November
HALLOWEEN escape the “Trick or Treat” and just enjoy the treats here at The Arbor House.
WINTER WARMERS join us before Fireworks kick off (or after) for a selection of Winter Warmers - from cosy snuggly meals and seasonal hot drinks. Take-away will be available to take to Christchurch park.
MEET THE BREWER an evening with Ampersand Brewery where the brewers will take us through a beer journey of 6 delicious beers. Tickets are £20pp and include the beer as well as one of signature small plates.
CHRISTMAS BEGINS we officially launch our December menu filled with seasonal twists on some of our favourites…Festive Loaded Chips anyone? If you haven’t booked your Christmas party yet click here
Group And Private Bookings
To book a table, please call us on: 01473 219660.
Our upstairs space 'the aviary' is available for both private hire and group bookings.
We are now taking bookings for Christmas Parties. Please email us or fill in the contact form.
Whether you are hosting a club, meeting or celebratory event our staff are on hand to help arrange and organise. Are you looking for a buffet, sit down meal or simply require the space? We are here to help.
To discuss using the space please call 01473 219660, email thearborhouseips@gmail.com or simply fill in the enquiry box below.
Previous (December 2023) Christmas Party Menu
Set Party Menu (Minimum 18 Guests, Maximum 27 guests. Not available in December - Please contact us if you have specific requirements)
Current Buffet Menu (Minimum party size 20 guests, maximum 50 guests)
Christmas Parties 2024 (Available From 29th November until 23rd December. Provisional Bookings now being taken, menu available to view from September)
Contact Us
Our Office
43 High Street
Ipswich, England, IP1 3QL
United Kingdom