Historic pubs · East of England
Half Moon and Star
In or near Belstead.
Half Moon and Star in England East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ipswich · 1.1 km
About
Half Moon and Star is a historic pub in England East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
Photo gallery
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Suffolk Coast & Heaths
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Half Moon and Star is a pub located in Ipswich, Suffolk, within the East of England. It is owned by Tolly Cobbold and is situated in an area designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), specifically the Suffolk Coast & Heaths. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, serving as a local gathering spot in an urban setting. The establishment reflects the character of the region, offering a range of beverages and a comfortable environment for socialising.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0603, 1.1462
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- Ipswich
- Parish
- Ipswich, unparished area
- Postcode
- IP1 3NQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ipswich
- Nearest railway station
- Ipswich — 1.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26528659 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Half Moon and Star?
- Half Moon and Star is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP1 3NQ), in the parish of Ipswich, unparished area.
- What is Half Moon and Star?
- Half Moon and Star in England East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Half Moon and Star?
- The nearest railway station is Ipswich, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP1 3NQ.
- Who owns Half Moon and Star?
- Half Moon and Star is owned by Tolly Cobbold.
- Is Half Moon and Star a protected site?
- Yes — Half Moon and Star is part of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Half Moon and Star?
- The nearest railway station is Ipswich, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP1 3NQ.