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eating out in norfolk
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Seasonal food and drink are highlights of any stay in North Norfolk. With its long coastline and rich agricultural heritage, the area is awash with local food producers, independent delis, fantastic gastropubs with their own microbreweries, and restaurants serving menus created from locally sourced ingredients.
Norfolk's Coke of Holkham and 'Turnip' Townsend of Raynham were the great British agricultural pioneers of the 18th century, who led the country in crop rotation, and Norfolk does still in its varied food experiences from fish and chips to Michelin stars.
Our nearest town, Aylsham, is home to Norfolk's Slow Food movement, with markets held every Tuesday and Friday.
The Gunton Arms
The Gunton Arms is a traditional pub set in an extensive historic deer park 12 minutes away. Venison from the deer park and beef from the local herd at Blickling are cooked over a large open fire in the Elk Room. In summer there are huge outdoor tables overlooking the beautiful park. Interior is adorned with original art works by artists such as Tracy Emins, David Bailey and Damien Hirst.
The Bucks
The Bucks is a traditional 17th century pub and former coaching inn opposite NT Blickling Hall serving with many real ales (at least 2 guest ales-Cask Marque recognised) and great food. Again they use local suppliers chicken and duck come from Mortons of Skeyton just 2 miles away from here, fish is supplied fresh by Coles of Lowestoft. The portions are wonderful and enormous.
The Walpole Arms
The Walpole Arms dating back to the 18th century sits within the heart of north Norfolk’s picturesque countryside in the village of Itteringham serving modern British Cuisine. The pub has been sympathetically renovated, maintaining its charm of a country pub delivering a relaxed atmosphere and features in the Good Food Guide . It now specialises as a gastro pub and internationally recognised gin distillery, where culinary excellence meets artisanal spirits.
The Goat Inn
The Goat Inn ,7 minutes, away a rural, thatched 16th century Coaching Inn with original beamed ceilings with log burners for those extra chilly nights in winter. All homemade food, cooked to order. The extensive menu is from traditional meals, a la carte, lunchtime snacks and children's meals. It lies in 7 acres with a large lawned garden and a children's play area.
Traditional pubs, restaurants & tearooms within 15 minutes
The Crown at Banningham is a traditional 17th century timbered inn with a traditional country pub atmosphere with the emphasis on good quality food, friendly staff and excellent customer service. Log fires and wood burners warm the pub during the Winter months and the gardens provide a great place for dining al fresco during the Summer. Food is served 7 days per week at lunchtimes and evenings and is produced in house by Chefs using seasonal and local produce.
The Rising Sun is a traditional riverside pub 11 mins away. Adjacent to Coltishall Common it is a popular destination for local people and holiday makers looking for good food and a relaxing drink overlooking the delightful River Bure. Choose from traditional hearty pub food and fresh fish dishes through to freshly prepared ciabattas and a selection of vegetarian options. Local real ales such as Adnams and Woodfordes are served in the bar as well as a selection of fine wines.
The Recruiting Sergeant Pub in Horstead, near Coltishall is 12 mins away. The award-winning food is prepared from quality produce, sourced locally whenever possible. Classic British pub food and on Sundays traditional roast lunches are a popular choice. Children are encouraged to have half-portions.
The Norfolk Mead is a hotel and 2AA rosettes restaurant set in wonderful grounds next to the river in Coltishall. Indeed I believe you can hire a boat from the hotel. Afternoon teas are recommended.
Heydon Village Tearoom Enjoy the full experience of a traditional afternoon tea in this quintessential tea room, where everything is homemade and hand decorated with love and pride on the premises using quality and locally sourced ingredients. It was the Best Afternoon Tea Award winner at the regional Norfolk Food and Drinks Award 2017. Heydon village itself is a thriving rural community forming part of the Heydon Conservation Area and is widely known for its unspoiled beauty making it a popular location for filming and a delightful discovery for visitors.
Bread Source, Aylsham.
Good coffee, great cakes and take home some fabulous bread.
Smallsticks Cafe, Happisburgh is perfectly positioned on farmland a short stroll to Cart Gap beach. Family run with home-cooked food with an enclosed garden where children can play safely and dog friendly.
North Sea Coffee, Cromer sea front is the perfect place to enjoy barista coffee while sitting on the sea front looking out onto Cromer per and the North sea waves.
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Norfolk
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