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Orford Jolly Sailor
Orford Jolly Sailor
North East, 52.09174,1.5376
Cask Ale is sold here.
Quay Street, IP12 2NU
grid reference TM 424 496
bar / diner, opened 16th century
owner/operator: Adnams
A characterful five roomed pub close to the historic Quay and a large public car-park. The pub also offers accommodation (4 en-suite letting rooms). It also has an orchard. There's lots of character within this impressive old building which has undergone a significant but tasteful refurbishment.
Some steps initially lead down from the street level into the main bar. This links to small snug located behind the huge fireplace.
They allow dogs and are child friendly.
A large beer garden with plenty of cover (should it rain).
The building probably dates back to the 17th century.
Facilities
- Accommodation available
- Beer garden or other outside drinking area
- Beer served through handpumps
- Dogs welcome
- Evening meals
- Family friendly
- Lunchtime meals (not just snacks): Breakfast 8.30am–11.30am
- Parking
- Quiet pub - no electronic games, piped music or jukebox
- Real fire
- Restaurant or separate dining area
- Separate bar
- Traditional pub games available
Gallery
Nearest railway station
Other nearby Suffolk pubs
Historical interest
The pub is shown on this old OS map from about 1902 (interactive map)
Owner/operator: AdnamsCharacterful pub near to the quay. Mind the steep steps down to the bar and dining area. A tiny snug area nestles behind the large fireplace. The shove ha'penny board is one of the finest in Suffolk. Well kept beer. Not closing time is rigidly adhered to.…
Landlords
(Most pub, location & historic details collated by Nigel, Tony or Keith - original sources are credited)
(some old PO directory information courtesy of londonpublichouse.com)
(** historic newspaper information from Stuart Ansell)
(*** historic newspaper & book information from Bob Mitchell)