Were you a regular at the Brickmakers Arms in Ipswich in the 1970s?

Ipswich Star: Enjoying a round of beers in the Brickmakers Arms in 1973Enjoying a round of beers in the Brickmakers Arms in 1973 (Image: Archant)

Today we are looking back at the popular pub in Spring Road during that era.

Ipswich Star: All smiles at The Brickmakers Arms in the 1970sAll smiles at The Brickmakers Arms in the 1970s (Image: Archant)

The Brickmakers Arms has been at the heart of the community since the 19th century, and the CAMRA website has details of landlords dating back to 1880.

Ipswich Star: Customers at The Brickmakers Arms, Ipswich, in the 1970s - were you a regular?Customers at The Brickmakers Arms, Ipswich, in the 1970s - were you a regular? (Image: Archant)

It is affectionately known as "The Brickies" and actually changed its name for a few years in the early 2000s, but then went back to its historical name.

Ipswich Star: Behind the bar at Brickmakers Arms in 1974Behind the bar at Brickmakers Arms in 1974 (Image: Archant)

Our photos from the 1970s include a darts team group celebrating with trophies, and plenty of smiling faces on both sides of the bar.

Ipswich Star: A customer taking a dog along to the Brickmakers arms in the 1970sA customer taking a dog along to the Brickmakers arms in the 1970s (Image: Archant)

The pub reopened in April, with sheltered and heated outdoor seating. For full details, visit @Brickmakersipswich on Facebook.

Ipswich Star: The Brickmakers Arms in Ipswich in the 1970sThe Brickmakers Arms in Ipswich in the 1970s (Image: Archant)

It usually has a wide range of activities, including darts, pool and quizzes, as well as live music and a summer ska festival.

What are your memories of the Brickmakers Arms? Email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk

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