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Thurston Fox and Hounds

Award Winning Country Pub In The Heart Of The Village

Award Winning Country Pub In The Heart Of The VillageAward Winning Country Pub In The Heart Of The VillageAward Winning Country Pub In The Heart Of The Village

Serving Real Ales, Lagers, Wine and Good Home Cooked Food

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call 01359 232228 to book a table

  • Home
  • Food
    • Main Menu
    • Sunday Menu
    • Season Specials
    • Group Booking & Pre Order
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • Live Music
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Us
  • The Little Fox Deli
    • Menus

About Thurston Fox and Hounds

Our Pub

Our Beer

Our Beer

Believed to have originally been built in the early 1840's, the Fox and Hounds in Thurston has always been rooted in country pub tradition. Soon after opening came the nearby railway station and the expansion of the village placed the pub centrally in village life. Today it is very much a freehouse with its own identity and we strive to offer the same simple values of good cellarmanship and a friendly welcome that were very much at the heart of its origin.

We are a pet friendly pub and welcome frequent canine visitors to either bar.

Continuing the good work of previous landlords, Andy and Charlotte are committed to ensuring the Fox and Hounds continues to be renowned for its hospitaility, good beer and food and honest service.


Our Beer

Our Beer

Our Beer

Good beer is about choice and consistency and we make every effort to ensure our customers have both. Our Cask Marque accreditation is an indication of the quality we offer and we have been listed in the Good Beer Guide since 2003.


Voted 'Pub Of The Season' in Autumn 2022, 'Pub Of The Year' 2007, 2008 and 2009 by West Suffolk CAMRA, and Suffolk Pub Of The Year 2009', drinkers can be assured of a high standard of cellarmanship and a welcoming ear for suggestions. An enticing selection of guest beers are frequently sourced from throughout the UK, while retaining a healthy respect of East Anglian fare.


On any day you can expect a choice of six real ales, four premium lagers, and a guest lager, plus a wide selection of good wines, spirits and soft drinks.

Our Food

Our Beer

The Old Stables

We pride ourselves in using a range of ingredients from local suppliers and support local and independent businesses.

We believe in good home cooked food, and our chefs have created a menu which offers a wide choice, along with seasonal specials, Sunday lunch menu and choices to cater for a wide range of dietary requirements.

Our new restaurant, The Old Stables, provides the perfect space for family dining, with food also being served in the bar and outside.

We aim to serve anyone wishing to dine with us, priority will be given to booked tables.

During the summer months and weather permitting, our Pizza Oven will be lit on Sunday afternoons 5-7pm.


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The Old Stables

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The Old Stables

Recently converted into a new dining space, The Old Stables restaurant is situated at the back of the pub. 


This cosy and intimate space is perfect for our food to be enjoyed by all. Initially open Thursday to Sunday for dining.


The room is fully accessible, large disabled bathroom, wifi, heating and air conditioning.


This space is available to hire for a range of purposes including private dining and corporate events. 


Please call 01359 232228 to discuss options.


https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/village-pub-opens-new-tack-room-inspired-dining-area-in-fo-9386614/


The Little Fox Deli

The Little Fox Deli

The Little Fox Deli

Located opposite the Fox and Hounds, The Little Fox Deli is a sandwich shop which also provides a mix of hot and cold outside catering.

We use premium ingredients from a range of local suppliers, which allows us to create homemade sausage rolls, scotch eggs, cakes and much more.
We provide local businesses with our products on a regular basis.

We are open for breakfast from 8am with barista coffee, bacon and sausage rolls, sandwiches, rolls and baguettes, hot sausage rolls and cake.

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Raise a Glass at Thurston Fox and Hounds: Our Pub's Photo Gallery

Social Events

As part of an active community, we hold a variety of regular events plus a few specials and annual favourites. Please see events tab for more information and timings.

Bingo

The first Sunday evening of the month, we host bingo with cash prizes and the chance to 'open the box'

Sports Bar

With two screens showing sky sports, there's always something to watch!

Here at the Fox and Hounds we have two teams that play league darts on Wednesday evenings

Golf Society

The Golf Society organises occassional Golfing days. All are welcome, but members benefit from discounts, and various prizes on the day. Event details are usually displayed in the pub, but full information is available from:


Chairman: Mike Banham 07976749952

Captain: Andy Bendall 07748731422

Open Mic Nights

Once a month on Sunday evenings, we host an open mic evening, where we invite budding artists to entertain us in a relaxing environment.

Please see our events tab or social media for upcoming dates.

Live Music

We have a tradition of providing live music from a variety of local acts and bands on Bank Holidays, usually on Sunday evening.


Please see our events tab for 2025 dates.

Charity Events

As a community we are committed to helping fund raise for various local charities. In the past we have held dart marathons, fun days and food bank collections 

Please call in and check the notice boards, ask staff and check social media accounts for the latest news

our awards

3rd 'Favourite Pub in Suffolk' as voted for by Suffolk News readers February 2024

West Suffolk CAMRA Pub Of The Season Autumn 2022

Suffolk CAMRA Pub Of The Month September 2020

Top 10% Worldwide Restaurant as voted for by Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice, 2020

Suffolk CAMRA Country Pub Of The Year 2017

Suffolk CAMRA Pub Of The Year 2011

West Suffolk CAMRA Pub Of The Year 2011

West Suffolk CAMRA Pub Of The Year 2010

West Suffolk CAMRA Pub Of The Year 2009

Contact Us

Better yet, see us in person!

Restaurant bookings are only taken by telephone or in person.

Thurston Fox and Hounds

Fox And Hounds, Barton Road, Thurston, Bury St. Edmunds, England IP31 3QT, United Kingdom

01359 232228 bendallpubs@hotmail.com

Pub Opening Hours

Mon

12:00 – 23:00

Tue

12:00 – 23:00

Wed

12:00 – 23:00

Thu

12:00 – 23:00

Fri

12:00 – 00:00

Sat

12:00 – 00:00

Sun

12:00 – 22:30

Closed on Boxing Day

Thurston Fox and Hounds

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