Ipswich: The Cricketers, Robert Ransome and Golden Lion pubs to close at various times after disturbance

Three pubs in Ipswich may close their doors for periods of the day over the next four days after an incident in the town on Tuesday.

It follows a disturbance at the Cricketers pub on Tuesday when a group of about 60 people threatened staff.

Groups tried to get into the Robert Ransome and Golden Lion as well – the pubs are owned by JD Wetherspoon.

A spokesman said: “The decision has been made in conjunction with police following a risk assessment.”