Great British Pubs

Best Pubs in Harwich

Looking for the best pubs in Harwich? Harbour pubs, ferry-port inns, and maritime locals on the Stour and Orwell estuaries. From long-established locals to busy town-centre bars, drinking out in Harwich reflects the wider pub culture of Essex. Whether you want real ale, pub food, or a quiet corner for a pint, Harwich's top hostelries are a fine introduction to the area.

The best pub in Harwich

Must visit
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Harbour Historic Real ale

The Alma Inn★★★★★

25 Kings Quay Street, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3EE

A harbour Pub in historic Harwich with maritime character, real ale, and views towards the ferry ports.

5-star rated Local favourite Traditional Pub Maps

  1. Highly Recommended

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    Highly Recommended Harbour Historic

    The Three Cups★★★★★

    Kings Quay Street, CO12 3EE

    A historic Harwich harbour Pub with maritime character, real ale, and views towards the ferry ports.

    Real ale 5-star rated Local favourite Maps

  2. Recommended

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    Recommended

    The Duke of Norfolk★★★★★

    Church Street, CO12 3DS

    A Harwich old town Pub with cask ales, pub food, and deep maritime Essex heritage.

    Historic Real ale Harbour Maps

More pubs in Harwich

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    Harbour

    The Royal Oak

    Main Road, CO12 3LT

    A Harwich Pub with real ale, Pub food, and a crowd of sailors and ferry passengers.

    Real ale Pub food Local favourite
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    Waterfront

    The Ship

    Ha'penny Pier, CO12 3HH

    A Harwich waterfront Pub with cask ales, pub food, and classic Essex port atmosphere.

    Real ale Maritime Local favourite
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    The Red Lion

    High Street,

    A Harwich red lion with cask ales, pub food, and the easy atmosphere of an Essex local.

    Real ale Pub food Harwich
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    The Crown

    Market Place,

    A Harwich crown with cask ales, pub food, and the easy atmosphere of an Essex local.

    Real ale Pub food Harwich
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    The King's Head

    Church Street,

    A Harwich king's head with cask ales, pub food, and the easy atmosphere of an Essex local.

    Real ale Pub food Harwich
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    The White Hart

    Station Road,

    A Harwich white hart with cask ales, pub food, and the easy atmosphere of an Essex local.

    Real ale Pub food Harwich
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    The George

    Bridge Street,

    A Harwich george with cask ales, pub food, and the easy atmosphere of an Essex local.

    Real ale Pub food Harwich