Top Things to do in Norfolk
What to do and see in Norfolk, England: The Best Nightlife
A holiday in Norfolk is not a glamorous break. While the Norfolk Broads of East Anglia are a beautiful part of the UK, they represent a relaxing rural getaway rather than a high-powered city-break. Although its reputation is mostly rural, with people associating the county mostly with the wetlands of the Norfolk Broads, there are also towns such as Norwich and King's Lynn to visit, both of which provide shopping opportunities, nightlife and entertainment. Norfolk also contains a large stretch of coastline, and seaside destinations such as Cromer and Great Yearmouth mean there are great beaches to be found as well. Many areas of the Norfolk Broads and the coastal region are sites of outstanding natural beauty, and are also protected as bird reserves, so take a pair of binoculars on holiday. There are also popular wildlife attractions such as Banham Zoo, with a great collection of big cats, and Great Yarmouth's Sea Life Centre, one of the biggest of its kind in the country, complete with tropical sharks and conger eels. And of course, if any of your family are interested in boating, you'll need to rent a boat and explore the waterways of the Broads themselves!
Restaurants in Norfolk
1. Cavick House Farm Egg Shop & Cafe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
SELF SERVICE EGG SHOP Open in lockdown Monday - Saturday 8:30am - 8pm FARM CAFE & GIFT SHOP Open for takeaways Wednesday - Saturday 10:30am - 2pm CARAVAN SITE - Closed until March £15 per night
Reviewed By dereksimpson126 - Wymondham, United Kingdom
A wonderful place for coffee and cake Annabel makes one of the best coffees around accompanied by her own baked cakes her famous lemon drizzle and gluten free friendly almond are fabulous. This is combined in a wonderful parkland setting with unique individual heated sheds for privacy and peacefulness. It cannot be overlooked.
2. The Reedcutter Inn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By nic406 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
We had a very pleasant 3 night stop over in the CL site right behind the pub in our Motorhome. The team at the pub were very welcoming and the pitches were decent sized and all with electric hook up. Food at the pub was excellent and very generous sized portions even for someone like myself with a big appetite. Unfortunately due to COVID-19, it’s a reduced menu but there was still plenty of choice, most meals were £8 each (no starters or desserts), home cooked and piping hot. They certainly didn’t disappoint at all There is a small railway stop about 200 yds walk but the line was under maintenance with a rail renewal programme for a couple of weeks otherwise it would have been very handy to visit Norwich and further without moving the Motorhome. The Sugar Factory is right next door to the inn but personally I didn’t find it a problem as the view along the Broads with plenty of passing boats more than made up for it! Definitely worth a visit - or a re-visit in our case!
3. Fat Cat Pub, Norwich
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 260 reviews
Reviewed By JoeT2741
The Fat Cat has a superb selection of ales which are constantly changing. Even though it is often very full, you will only have to wait less than a minute to be served. Staff are polite and knowledgeable and the clientele is always friendly. Best pub in Norwich
4. Norwich Pub Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
Norwich Pub Tours offer historical tours that look at Norwich's past through the eyes of its famous pubs. There are two types of tour: the Original Norwich Pub Tour and the more gruesome Blood and Gore Norwich Pub Tour. Both offer unique insights into Norwich's fascinating past, with unique drinks deals and exclusive access into some of the pubs hidden rooms. With 2-hour and 4-hour tours, this is perfect for parties, do's, socials, tour-groups and much more.
5. Hawthorn Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By spedley63 - Norwich, United Kingdom
Great cocktails, great atmosphere, great service. Especially liked the provision of sanitary products in the bathroom for free. Only qualm would be small portions for £9 a drink. Have been twice and intend to go again!
6. Bowling House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 156 reviews
Bowling House is a cocktail bar, karaoke venue and restaurant that just happens to be a ten pin bowling alley. Located on Dereham Road in Norwich City Centre, Bowling House is a great night out with fun group activities and special offers. A new addition to Norwich nightlife, if you’re planning an event for a birthday meal, hen party or stag do we have all the event ideas for big groups. We have plenty of fun things to do with the kids that are good for a rainy day, so if you’re looking for somewhere to take the family give us a call. Our corporate hospitality packages are great for work nights out, with special deals for team building or your annual Christmas Party.
Reviewed By maanikc2021
Really enjoyable experience as always. No bowling due to covid restrictions, so just drinks and food with friends outside. Friendly and attentive service, good prices including great-tasting 241 cocktails anytime on different cocktails and a variety of them, great tasting food and well-chosen music. They even moved us to another table when our time ended and never pushed us to leave. Will be going again soon to use my new membership and to bowl too!
7. The Nip and Growler Craft Ale House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 89 reviews
Craft and real ale house in kings Lynn town centre, over 18's only, serving local ales and ciders from micro brewers, friendly, relaxed atmosphere, board games played regularly, recycled interior, award winning, tasters available, nip and growler glasses available to purchase
Reviewed By roryz865 - King's Lynn, United Kingdom
Absolutely love the Nip & Growler... always got great random beers on tap, nice and cosy, good music, fun to be had with board games and all in all, one of the best bars in King's Lynn... and Norfolk... maybe even the world... ;-)
8. Trafford Arms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By niaguk - London, United Kingdom
Excellent northern soul disco night and beer festival , fantastic local pub atmosphere fabulous home made burger great atmosphere
9. The Fat Cat Brewery Tap
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Micro brewery and the finest pub in Norwich. A year round beer festival with great live music and the most entertaining quiz night for miles around with the most enthusiastic manager you could wish to meet.
Reviewed By Supermario22 - Ware, United Kingdom
Visited last week quieter than normal due to COVID-19 restrictions, but still joint number 1 pub in Britain in my humble opinion (along with the Fat Cat West End Street) Great quality and well kept beers as ever on offer along with great atmosphere friendly knowledgeable staff which makes it a must go to place to. Indulge in the cheesy chips which were delicious and great value for money. Can hardly wait for my next visit.
10. The Chequers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
The Chequers, Wimbotsham, is a traditional village pub dating back to the mid 17th Century. Set within the heart of the picturesque village of Wimbotsham overlooking the village green, there are a number of good walks in the area centred around the pub. The Chequers is now under new ownership from the 18th April 2013 and is a family run Freehouse pub led by Linda and her niece Kim. We serve home cooked food, real ales and have been awarded cask marque.We are family friendly,have disabled access and welcome dogs. We also hold a Quiz night on a Thursday Evening 9pm start alternates between General Knowledge and Music there are free refreshments £1.00 Entry winnings are donated to local charities
Reviewed By ColinC387 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
We were given the best of welcomes and had loads of yummy sandwiches and chips waiting for us on of cycle trip. All the staff made us feel at home and the safety arrangements were simple and clear but not over zealous - so the atmosphere was relaxed and hospitable. Thank you.
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