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SPRING GUIDE 2025
From scenic walks and hidden gems to attractions and seasonal experiences, our Spring Guide is packed with inspiration.
Mar 36 min read

THINGS TO GIFT AND DO THIS VALENTINE'S
Celebrate your love for good food, endless adventures in the east of England, and being able to share it with the people who matter most.
Feb 33 min read

HAWKSTONE: FROM COTSWOLDS TO COAST
When our founder announced off-handedly that he had popped to The Globe for a pint with Jeremy Clarkson there was only one explanation.
Dec 16, 20243 min read

48 Hours at The Lifeboat Inn, Thornham
Set on the edge of Thornham, north Norfolk, overlooking unspoilt expanses of salt marshes, our traditional pub with rooms is a cosy spot to
Oct 30, 20243 min read

AUTUMN WALKS THAT END AT THE PUB
Pull on a second layer, lace up your walking boots and grab the dog lead for a romp around the fields or brisk walk on the beach. All before
Oct 16, 20243 min read

HALF TERM FAMILY ACTIVITY GUIDE
It can be hard to feel inspired when the forecast becomes a little grey, but fear-not, we've compiled a guide of hauntingly-good fun to be h
Oct 14, 20245 min read

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


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

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

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


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

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

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

SUMMER ART TRAILS
From Romantic painter John Constable, known for his landscapes around Dedham, to sculptor Maggi Hambling, East Anglia has always been...
Jun 21, 20233 min read

SUNDAY GUIDE
A guide to making the most of summer Sundays in our region. From strolls around Farmers markets, to visits to vineyards and the best...
Jun 16, 20233 min read

SUMMER GUIDE 2023
Your ultimate guide for things to do in our region within easy reach of our Chestnut pubs with rooms! From festivals and carnivals, to...
Jun 7, 20235 min read

SUMMER DINING 2023
Summer dining across Chestnut's pubs with rooms.
Jun 7, 20233 min read
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