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From private dinners and family get-togethers to parties and celebrations, we’ve got the space to make it yours.

A Village Pub By The River

Welcome To The Anchor Inn, Nayland

Right on the banks of the River Stour, The Anchor is all about for good food, cold drinks and time together. Paddle up the river and stop off for lunch, grab a table by the water for a pint, or bring the whole family down for dinner. Come by river, road or on foot – there’s always a reason to make a stop at The Anchor.

Proper Pub Food, Done Well

Our menus are all about the food you want to eat at the pub. Familiar favourites, seasonal specials and plenty for the whole table, all cooked with good ingredients and served without the fuss. Come hungry, find a table and tuck in.

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A Pint By The River

Grab a cold pint, find a spot in the sun and watch the river go by. The bar’s stocked with well-kept beers and local favourites, alongside a good line-up of wines, spirits and something chilled for when the sun’s out.

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Out & About

There’s plenty to explore around Nayland, from riverside walks along quiet country lanes to getting out on the water. Bring a paddleboard or kayak and follow the Stour, explore the Suffolk countryside on foot, then make your way back to The Anchor for something to eat and a well-earned pint.

Latest Chapters

Catch up with recent articles exploring our region, its food, its landscape and the things happening close to home.

Summer Guide 2026

1st July, 2026

Make the most of summer in the East of England; long evenings, garden lunches, beach days and weekends spent exploring somewhere new. Whether you're staying with us for a few nights or simply looking for ideas for your next day out, we've rounded up some of our favourite events and experiences taking place across the region.

Before And After The Pub: A few of our Favourite Ways to Spend a Summer Day

26th May, 2026

A good pub stop has a way of shaping a whole day! It might be breakfast before heading off to explore, lunch in the middle of an adventure, or drinks waiting at the end of a day on the coast. Across the region, we’re lucky to have some of East Anglia’s best days out right on our doorstep.

The 7 Best Pub Gardens For

18th May, 2026

There’s something about pub gardens this time of year that makes it very hard to leave after one drink. Coastal walks end with a pint in the sunshine, and a quick stop somehow becomes the whole afternoon. From riverside terraces and beachside spots to village gardens made for a sunny weekend, here are a few of our favourite pub gardens for the season ahead.

Constable 250 Celebrations

20th April, 2026

This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the great landscape artist John Constable. Born in East Bergholt, he spent much of his life painting landscapes in and around Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. To honor his legacy, we will be hosting upcoming events and there's lots happening in the region.

Constable Country Walks that End at The Pub

26th January, 2026

Celebrate Constable's 250th anniversary by exploring his neck of the woods - all with a country pub and a pint at the end! Constable grew up surrounded by the fields, rivers and mills of the Stour Valley, which inspired many of his most loved paintings, so throw on an extra layer and lace up your boots for a ramble.

48 Hours in Constable Country: From The Crown to The Red Lion

5th January, 2026

Nestled in the heart of the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the rolling landscapes that inspired one of Britain’s greatest artists, John Constable, are waiting to be explored.

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GARDEN BAR // Open all summer, our outdoor bar is serving chilled favourites to enjoy by the river. Row over on your kayak, stop off on your dog walk, or simply spend an afternoon with us. 

#theanchorinn #anchorinnnayland #suffolkpub #riverstour #outdoorbarBY THE RIVER // Summer days like this on repeat, please. 

To book a table with us on the terrace, tap the link in our bio, or just stop by and pull up a chair by the river. 

#anchorinnnayland #theanchorinn #suffolkpub #riverstour #summerdaysSUMMER BY THE STOUR // The summer holidays are in full swing. Whether you’re joining us by foot or water, pull up a chair on the terrace for a pint and good food from noon every day. 

To book a table, tap the link in our bio 

#theanchorinn #anchorinnnayland #suffolkpub #summerinsuffolk #riverstour @boxriverstudiosSUMMER'S LOOKING BRIGHT // A seasonal menu, exciting specials & of course our classic dishes. All waiting for you to try here at The Anchor ⚓️ 

To make a reservation on our Terrace, please click the link in the bio 

#DiningAlfresco #ByTheRiver #TheAnchornayland #DogFriendly #RiverStour 

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