Welcome to the Halberd Inn

A traditional family-friendly pub

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm at the heart of Ipswich town centre. The Halberd Inn is a traditional pub with heaps of character and history, dating all the way back to the 17th Century! Our Grade II listed pub is the perfect place to sit back and relax with your favourite drink in hand.

Our huge, covered stables area is the perfect place for watching the biggest matches in live sport and the best local live music! A real traditional pub for all to enjoy.

RAISING THE BAR

Our bar is fully stocked with the best selection of your favourite drinks! From world lagers to spirits, wines to cocktails and every tipple in-between.

Join us for a fleeting cocktail with a friend, a quiet pint at the bar, or celebrate the big occasion and start your weekend with high spirits. No matter what you fancy, we’ll have something to tickle your tastebuds every time.

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FUNCTION ROOM

Our Hay Loft function room upstairs is the perfect space for all your private events! From business meetings to small weddings, birthday parties to big family gatherings, we’re here to cater for all your needs for up to 40 people.

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FIND US

The Halberd Inn is located on Northgate Street, right at the heart of Ipswich. You’ll find us just down the road from Christchurch Park!

Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the locals passing by as you take your favourite seat. Whether you’ve been exploring the local area or just wanting a pub outing – we’ll see you soon

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The Three Lions are back and under new management! ⚽🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Tomorrow marks Thomas Tuchel’s first game in charge of England and begins the Road to World Cup 2026. The new gaffer comes up against Albania, a Nation England have never lost to, how will Thomas Tuchel get on in his first game in charge? Come and join us for a pint and watch The Three Lions in action here!🍻

Football Sunday! ⚽🔥 🏆 EFL Cup Final: Liverpool vs. Newcastle (16:30) ⚽ Leicester vs. Man United (19:00) Beers are cold, screens are big—see you at the pub! 🍻 #pub #sportspub #ipswich #local

A super Saturday of sport! ⚽🏉 We’ve got all the football action and Six Nations clashes live on the big screens. Grab a pint, settle in, and enjoy the games! 🍻🔥 #pub #sixnations #sportspub #ipswich #suffolk

Europa League action live at 8! ⚽ Spurs vs AZ & Man United vs Real Sociedad. Grab a pint and enjoy the games! 🍻🔥 #ipswich #suffolk #sportspub #pub #thursday

Live music & good vibes tomorrow! 🎶🍻 🎸 Friday: The Halberd Inn, Ipswich – 8:30 PM #livemusic #ipswich #pub #sportspub #suffolk

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