This friendly bar has the feel of a country pub, despite only being a short walk from the town centre. It is close to one of the the main entrances to Christchurch park and comprises a tiny snug at front, flanked by a lounge and a small public bar. A larger room at the back leads to an external seating area and small car-park. The patio area at the front is well used (weather permitting).

It offers up to 6 well-kept cask conditioned ales on hand pump (often including at least one from a local independent brewer), and attracts a varied clientèle.

The pub is popular for its home-cooked food, including Sunday roasts. As at May 2026 food is served seven days a week (including breakfast between 10am and 11.45am). In addition to their pub menu, Zia Marita's Pizzeria is open on Friday and Saturday evenings [4.30-8.30pm]. Please see the pub website and/or Facebook page for further details including food service hours.

Although the frontage only dates from the 18th century, the Woolpack is one of Ipswich's most ancient inns; one of only 24 listed in a town assessment of 1689 and built in a century or more earlier. It is one of the earliest brick-built pubs in the town. Legend suggests the existence of ancient smugglers' tunnels from the pub to the waterfront.