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Monday 11am - 11pm Tuesday 11am - 11pm Wednesday 11am - 11pm Thursday 11am - 11pm Friday 11am - 11pm Saturday 11am - 11pm Sunday 11am - 11pm

Dolphin Inn Thorpeness

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Formally known as the Crown Inn, the original building used to be attached to six cottages known as West Terrace.

A hub of the community and an ideal resting base to explore Thorpeness and our
neighbouring towns Aldeburgh and Southwold, or to just enjoy a peaceful walk around
Snape Maltings and RSPB Minsmere. The inn was renamed when the cottages were demolished and the building extended with bedrooms to become the Dolphin Inn. Parts of the village, then known as Aldringham-cum-Thorpe, date back to Tudor times, but in 1910 the village was renamed Thorpeness when landowner, Stuart Ogilvie, began realising his plan to create a unique seaside holiday village on the site. The Dolphin Inn was consumed by fire in September 1995 and was rebuilt and re-opened in 1998. David took over the running of The Dolphin in 2007 and together with his lovely daughter Kerry, immediately made an impact, ensuring The Dolphin became an important part of the community. With the arrival of Chris as Head Chef and the addition of the Village Store, his goal, based on friendly service, good food using local producers and an extensive choice of beverages is now being realised.

02/11/2026

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Beautifully seared scallops and a touch of something special. The perfect excuse to join us for lunch in the heart of Thorpeness. 💛

02/11/2026

☎️ 01728 454994

🔗 follow the link in bio to book online

02/11/2026

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02/11/2026

The perfect way to start your day 🍽️

📍 The Dolphin Inn, Thorpeness, Suffolk

02/11/2026

Make Thursday a little greener! 🌱 Bring your friends, spread the word, and join us for Vegan Thursday!
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01/11/2026

Roast & Crumble pending……..

Sunday Lunch 12-2.30pm

01/11/2026

🍴Breakfast Goals completed‼️

Thank-you to everyone who joined us this Morning!

01/11/2026

10/10

Where a Irish man’s hand should be‼️

To be enjoyed responsibly.

30/10/2026

Meal Deal-Bavette Steak, Thorpe salad, Chunky chips & cowboy butter with a glass of house w**e. £20

Friday Special ✨

30/10/2026

🍴Enjoy Breakfast every Saturday & Sunday in our light & airy garden room.

Serving from 9-10.30am.

Address

Leiston
IP164FE

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 11pm
Tuesday	11am - 11pm
Wednesday	11am - 11pm
Thursday	11am - 11pm
Friday	11am - 11pm
Saturday	11am - 11pm
Sunday	11am - 11pm

Website

http://www.thorpenessdolphin.com/

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