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The Old Chequers is a country pub with dining. A modern twist on a family run pub with traditional log burner and a warm welcome to all.
The Old Chequers is child and dog friendly (for well behaved ones!). There is a rear enclosed patio area - a sun trap in good weather, and bench seating to the front opposite the village green. There is a large car park to the front and access for disabled is good being all on one level.
The Old Chequers serves 2 regular real ales and a guest ale when demand is good and a good selection of lagers, ciders & wines. Booking recommended at weekends. May close early in evenings if quiet. Current landlord plans to offer regular music nights, featuring bands including his own group.
Opening hours:
Mon: 1700-2000
Tue: closed
Wed-Sat: 1200-1500, 1700-"late"
Sun: 1200-2000
Historic Interest
According to the village website, William Sharman was landlord for "several decades". A report in the Ipswich Journal** in Nov 1870 states that : Died on the 20th at Friston, Mr William Sharman, aged 62, for upwards of 30 years the much respected landlord of the Chequers Inn. Newly refurbished and re-opened in April 2015 by Carol & Andy Wright. Photographs of this pub and more historical information about it can be found at suffolk.camra.org.uk/pub/323
Old Chequers, Friston