With amazing seafood on the doorstep, the peninsular & surrounding area has some fantastic places to eat and drink. Here are some of our favourites.
Pop down the hill and visit the Bristol Arms for good food, a pint and a sunset over the river. Open Friday - Tuesday
Food served lunchtime and evenings.
Visit the Shipwreck at Shotley Marina for breakfast & lunch, or a coffee & slice of cake.
Open Wednesday - Sunday
Open from 10.00 am for breakfast.
Visit Harkstead beach for a swim at high tide and a walk at low tide and wrap it up with a drink or dinner at The Wild Rabbit.
Open Wednesday - Sunday
Visit the Shotley Rose, a 20 minute stoll from The Annexe, for a pint and a pub dinner, and regular car club meets with East Coast Retros.
Deben Inns is an independent pub chain that has 8 pubs around East Suffolk. The nearest (and most stunning in our opinion) is The Butt & Oyster at Pin Mill. Remember to get their app for special offers and deals.
Based at Woolverstone Marina, MoniMar is a family run cafe & restaurant with stunning views up to the Orwell Bridge. If you are visiting in winter, try the hot chocolate, it's delicious.
Open - Wednesday - Sunday
The Red Lion at Chelmondiston offers great hospitality with a British & Indian menu. Offering lunchtime set menu and evening food until 9.00 pm.
Open Wednesday - Sunday
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