Historic pubs · East of England
The Cock Inn
In or near Polstead.
The Cock Inn in England East, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
About
The Cock Inn 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.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dedham Vale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Cock Inn is a pub located in Polstead, Suffolk, within the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This establishment offers a traditional pub experience in a rural setting, appealing to both locals and visitors. The surrounding landscape features picturesque views characteristic of the Dedham Vale, providing a tranquil atmosphere. The pub serves as a social hub in the parish, contributing to the community's local culture.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0076, 0.9029
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- Babergh
- Parish
- Polstead
- Postcode
- CO6 5AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Suffolk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26288771 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Cock Inn?
- The Cock Inn is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO6 5AL), in the parish of Polstead.
- What is The Cock Inn?
- The Cock Inn in England East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Cock Inn?
- Drivers can use postcode CO6 5AL.
- Is The Cock Inn a protected site?
- Yes — The Cock Inn is part of the Dedham Vale National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Cock Inn?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CO6 5AL. It sits within the South Suffolk parliamentary constituency.