Were you a regular at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in the early 2000s?

Ipswich Star: Customers at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in December 2002Customers at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in December 2002 (Image: Archant)

If so, you might spot yourself and friends in these photos from the busy town-centre venue.

Ipswich Star: All smiles at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002All smiles at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002 (Image: Archant)

The building in Upper Brook Street is one of the most historic pubs in the town, dating back to the 17th century.

Ipswich Star: Customers at the Cock & Pye in October 2002Customers at the Cock & Pye in October 2002 (Image: Archant)

It has stayed popular and changed with the times over the centuries, and in the early 2000s it regularly featured in the Evening Star's Caught Out column.

Ipswich Star: Enjoying a night out at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002Enjoying a night out at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002 (Image: Archant)

In 2002, our photographer went along to meet some of the customers relaxing and chatting over a drink.

Ipswich Star: Enjoying a drink at The Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002Enjoying a drink at The Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002 (Image: Archant)

The Greene King pub is known as a place to eat out and watch sport. It is closed due to Covid-19 lockdown, but looking forward to welcoming customers back again once restrictions are lifted.

Ipswich Star: Customers at The Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002Customers at The Cock & Pye in Ipswich in October 2002 (Image: Archant)

If these photos bring back memories, email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk

To order copies of photos, visit our website or call Diane Townsend on 01603 772449.

Ipswich Star: A night out at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in December 2002A night out at the Cock & Pye in Ipswich in December 2002 (Image: Archant)