Local Pubs:
The following are easily walkable. There are, of course, hundreds more a little further afield. The ones listed below are all very characterful medieval timber-framed inns. The Bell Inn in Kersey is worth a visit - a great walk - 4 miles though.
Chelsworth: Peacock Inn - 50 yards
Monks Eleigh: Swan Inn - superb food too
Bildeston: Crown Inn, Red Lion, King's Head
Brent Eleigh: Cock Inn - tiny but cosy
Lindsey: Red Rose Inn - good food
Breweries:
There are several local breweries, some of which you can tour. Adnams in Southwold is a bit further away. The King's Head in Bildeston holds a yearly beer festival. The Peacock Inn in Chelsworth has just started doing this.