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SPRING GUIDE
As the days get brighter and the nights get shorter there's plenty to see and do in our region. Whether you're outdoorsy or more...
Mar 22, 20247 min read

EASTER FAMILY ACTIVITIES GUIDE
Hop into Easter celebrations with us this spring. Whether you're popping by to try one of our new menus or looking to book a spring stay...
Mar 4, 20245 min read


FOOD FOR EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK
Spring is beginning to show signs of arriving, yet there is still a chill in the air that can be cured with a hearty lunch or dinner at...
Feb 26, 20245 min read


NORFOLK FOOD HEROES MENU
We are proud to work with some of the best producers in our region, our Norfolk Heroes menu pays homage to some of our favourites! ​ From...
Feb 20, 20242 min read

MASTERS OF THE AIR: MILITARY HISTORY IN EAST ANGLIA
A BRIEF HISTORY East Anglia was involved on a larger scale than most people know in World War Two. So much so that in 1940, after the...
Jan 31, 20245 min read


LOCAL LEGENDS: RALPH & TOM AT THE WEEPING WILLOW
Collectively, Ralph and Tom have been visiting The Weeping Willow for over 80 years. It's remarkable really, considering that Ralph says...
Jan 29, 20242 min read

WINTER WALKS THAT END AT THE PUB
Is there anything better? A long old stroll over crisp fields and through woodland, letting your four-legged pal off the lead to explore,...
Jan 12, 20243 min read

TRY JANUARY
Who says you have to give things up in January? Rather than cutting things out, why not try something new to kick-start 2024; Whether...
Jan 9, 20242 min read


ART AT THE PARK
From 1st February to 4th February, Braxted Park in Essex will be hosting a unique contemporary art show, featuring over fifty local and...
Jan 3, 20242 min read

WINTER GUIDE 2023
Explore the charm of East Anglia in winter with our complete guide for the colder months of 2024. Discover the finest gardens of Essex to...
Dec 21, 202310 min read

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
Whether you're agonising over what to get your Dad or looking for a stocking filler for the work Secret Santa, our gift guide is home to...
Dec 9, 20233 min read


A FESTIVE FAMILY STAY AT THE WEEPING WILLOW
Written by Katie of @thesundayfeeling - gifted pr stay There’s nothing quite like being tucked up by a roaring fire in a cosy country pub...
Dec 1, 20234 min read

CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE GUIDE
From Christmas light shows to Father Christmas himself, gift fairs to winter workshops, there's so much to see and do in our region this...
Nov 13, 20237 min read

WE'RE HERE FOR THE BOOS!
Just as the clock struck midnight, a glass fell with a smash on the bar floor and footsteps were heard running down the corridor above......
Oct 20, 20234 min read


COLD WATER SWIMMING SPOTS AND THE SURPRISE BENEFITS
Cold water swimming is not only an exhilarating and enjoyable activity but also offers a range of remarkable health advantages. You might...
Oct 18, 20234 min read


LOCAL LEGEND: CHRIS AT THE THREE BLACKBIRDS
For over ten years Chris was Artist in Residence at The National Stud, so it doesn’t surprise me that the man walking through the bar is...
Oct 18, 20233 min read


AUTUMN DINING
Nothing says autumn quite like crispy pork crackling and roast potatoes. Or maybe settling in by the fire and sharing a molten camembert...
Oct 18, 20233 min read


LOCAL LEGEND: KEV AT THE FEATHERS
Introducing our latest project showcasing the role of our pubs in the local community with stories told by ‘local legends’. It may be...
Sep 26, 20232 min read

MEET THE BREWER: BARSHAM BREWERY
Wanting to create your own beer is all well and good, but little can be done if you don't have a brewery to make the magic happen. This...
Sep 26, 20233 min read

MEET THE CREATOR: DAVID WEBB
Amongst many talents, including fashion photography and successfully running the kitchen at The Eight Bells in Saffron Walden, David also...
Sep 22, 20233 min read

CYCLE SAFARI 2023: RAISING MONEY FOR EACH
16 pubs • 3 hospices • 550km • 5 days To continue our important fundraising efforts for The Giving Tree some of our team are embarking on...
Sep 19, 20233 min read


COUPLE'S STAY AT THE WEEPING WILLOW
Guest blog post by Riannah @riannaheve Nestled amongst the serene setting of the Suffolk countryside, The Weeping Willow offers a...
Sep 13, 20232 min read

AUTUMN GUIDE 2023
Throw on a second layer, lace up your boots and set off on an East Anglian adventure; We're introducing our top picks of bits and bobs to...
Sep 8, 20237 min read

BIRTHDAY BEER: A QUICK INTRODUCTION
Toast a decade of Chestnut with Eastern Gold, a beer brewed with Barsham Brewery. This golden ale boasts a rich hue, long-lasting flavour...
Aug 31, 20233 min read
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