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AUTUMN WALKS THAT END WITH A SUNDAY ROAST
We’ve gathered some of our favourite autumn walks from our front doors that take in sea views, historic towns, and countryside paths - all paired with roaring fires, local ales, and roast dinners worth walking for.
Sep 193 min read
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AUTUMN GUIDE
From pumpkin patches and food fairs to ghost tours and fireworks, here’s our guide to making the most of autumn in East Anglia.
Sep 49 min read
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Historic Churches that Tell the Stories of East of England Villages
Here in the East of England, many of the most fascinating churches sit just down the road from our pubs, making them ideal for a morning of exploring followed by lunch, dinner or an overnight stay.
Aug 114 min read
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Your Guide to Walking and Wildlife in East Anglia
Whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher, a slow-paced walker, or simply craving space to reconnect with nature, East Anglia offers some of the best spots for birdwatching and walking holidays.
Jun 194 min read
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Top 15 things to do in East Anglia - not suggested by Lonely Planet
We're thrilled that East Anglia has been named in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2025, but here's what we think you should see...
Mar 133 min read
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025
International Women’s Day is a day of unity – an opportunity for women across the world to lift each other up and celebrate each other.
Mar 75 min read
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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
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WINTER GUIDE
Discover East Anglia's hidden country houses, chocolate-box villages, and unusual exhibitions in our complete guide for winter 2025.
Dec 23, 20247 min read
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CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE GUIDE
From festive markets and light trails to Father Christmas himself, pantomimes and plays to winter workshops, there's so much to see and do.
Nov 2, 20246 min read
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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
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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
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AUTUMN GUIDE 2024
Handy guide to things to do in Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire this Autumn
Sep 18, 20247 min read
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6 WAYS TO AID POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH
World Mental Health Awareness Week this year starts on 13th May. To mark the day we wanted to share some ideas and activities that have...
May 13, 20243 min read
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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
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EARTH HOUR 2023
On Saturday 25th March we invited guests to join us at three of our pubs for an evening of environmental activism and candlelit suppers...
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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CELEBRATING OUR WONDERFUL WOMEN
#EmbraceEquity As today is International Woman’s Day it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on some of the fabulous women across our...
Mar 8, 20233 min read
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FOOD WASTE ACTION WEEK
It's Food Waste Action Week this week and we have been looking at all of the little ways we can make our fruit, veg' and pennies go...
Mar 6, 20234 min read
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EA FESTIVAL CHESTNUT TOUR x ANYA HINDMARCH
Back in Autumn we had the pleasure of hosting one of our EA Festival Chestnut Tour talks with renowned designer and eco-fashion pioneer,...
Feb 24, 20234 min read
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HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE SUFFOLK COAST OUT OF SEASON
Guest Writer Emily Goodwin Booked a stay by the Suffolk coast during the off-season? Here’s a guide to some of the best-kept secrets of...
Feb 19, 20233 min read
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IN A NUTSHELL: AW22/23
If you have visited one of our pubs recently, you may have seen our in-house magazine, In a Nutshell, greeting you at the entrance, or...
Jan 11, 20231 min read
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