Daytime restaurant in the heart of Constable Country, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch. Boat hire available in our fleet of traditional boats to enjoy the river Stour and the surrounding countryside.

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Eat & Drink

Our restaurant for a la carte dining.

Our restaurant is open all year round, serving freshly prepared breakfast, brunch and lunch every day. Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed morning coffee or a leisurely meal, you’ll find generous, thoughtfully crafted dishes and riverside views to match.
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Wednesday – Sunday: 9am – 3pm

Breakfast: 9am – 11:30am

Lunch: 12pm – 3pm

Eat & Drink

Our café for light bites & snacks by the river.

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Open April to September alongside our boat hire, our takeaway café is ideal for enjoying something on the go or out on the water.

From barista coffee and cold drinks to light bites and sweet treats — plus beer, wine and locally made ice cream — it’s the perfect companion to a day by the river.

Coffee & Tea

Speciality coffee by Crude in Bury St Edmunds and speciality tea to enjoy by the river.

Light Bites

Freshly filled baguettes, warm sausage rolls and daily deli favourites, perfect for lunch on the go.

Sweet Treat

Homemade brownies, cakes, traybakes and locally made ice cream for a well-earned indulgence.

Alcohol

Locally brewed beers and distilled spirits, plus cocktails and chilled wines to enjoy in the sunshine.

Row

Take to the water and make the river part of your day.

Enjoy the river as part of your Boatyard experience. Head out for a leisurely cruise before or after your meal in the restaurant, or pick up coffee, drinks or light bites from the café to take with you on the water — the perfect way to relax and make a day of it.

Opening times subject to weather and river levels.
We aim to be open from April to September.

Please call before you set off.

No bookings taken. First come first row.

4 persons maximum. Dogs allowed at the teams discretion.

Please read full t&c’s and deposit requirements.

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Private Event Hire

A beautiful rural backdrop for every occasion.

Whether you’re planning a romantic riverside wedding or a milestone birthday celebration, a corporate gathering or a lively party, our versatile space offers charm, and a relaxed yet stylish atmosphere.

With the stunning countryside creating the prefect backdrop, your event will be one to remember.

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FAQ's

Are the boats open?

We aim to have the boats in the water between mid-April until the end of September. This is very dependent on weather and river levels. Please see the website homepage or call us before setting off

Yes, we allow small, well behaved dogs inside and outside. Keep them on a lead at all times.

Please respect other customers, and be mindful that we are in a food establishment with children around. Dogs are also allowed in the boats.

We do have a selection of both sweet and savoury gluten free items, we can also tailor dishes to be gluten free.

However, please be aware we operate with 1 deep fat fryer and so even though the chips are all gluten free, they are cooked and handled with gluten items.

As with all allergens, please be aware the kitchen handles all known allergens and cannot guarantee to be allergen free. Please tell a ember of staff about allergens and food intolerances.

We don’t take booking for the boats, they are first come first row. At peak times there will be a queue and extended wait times, thank you for your understanding.

Yes, at our discretion we may require a deposit to hire the boats. We have 3 convenient ways:- £50 cash, £60 debit card or securely holding driving licence & debit card.

Please bring a form of deposit with you to avoid disappointment.