Are you pictured in this gallery from a night at Lord Nelson pub in Ipswich over 40 years ago?

Ipswich Star: These pictures were taken inside the pub in 1974These pictures were taken inside the pub in 1974

The Lord Nelson pub in Ipswich will evoke fond memories for many. These pictures were captured on a evening at the pub in 1974.

Ipswich Star: Can you name these two gentleman from the Lord Nelson pub in 1974? Picture: ARCHANTCan you name these two gentleman from the Lord Nelson pub in 1974? Picture: ARCHANT

Situated in Fore Street, the sites building dates from the 17th century and the pub was originally called Noah’s Ark.

Ipswich Star: Do you know the chef at the Lord Nelson pub in 1974?Picture: ARCHANTDo you know the chef at the Lord Nelson pub in 1974?Picture: ARCHANT

The name changed to Lord Nelson in 1805 when Admiral Nelson was appointed High Steward of Ipswich.

Ipswich Star: Lord Nelson pub in 1974. Picture: ARCHANTLord Nelson pub in 1974. Picture: ARCHANT

Purchased by Adnams & Co in 1989 from Tolly Cobbold, it underwent a complete refurbishment in 1996.

Still open today, the pub was taken over by new managers in 2017, and has a food menu, courtyard garden, and Sunday roast dinners.

Were you a regular punter at the pub in the 1970s? Or is it your local now?

Can you spot yourself or anyone you know in these pictures from our archives?

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