Once a brewery, Colin Phillips has refurbished this friendly, village local. The ales are from Greene King and the food is country cooking at its best, including game in season and home made steak & kidney pie. The dining room is smoke free and the secure beer garden and raised decking are a delight in the summer.

Now run by Iris and the team, there is lots to do at The Anchor with a fantastic games room which can also be used for functions. There is a friendly atmosphere and Iris also supports local charities with many events through the year. Good entertainment with quizzes, karaoke and lovely barbecues in the summer.

The Artilleryman, now run by Laurie and Dawn, who have made a host of changes to the pub. There is a beautifully enclosed courtyard and a range of good entertainment with pool, darts and four TV’s showing Sky Sports. This is excellent place to hold a function with a friendly atmosphere.

Open lunchtimes and evenings, 7 days a week, this delightful restaurant serves authentic Indian cuisine of a high standard. Delights include spiced salmon and lobster dishes, Baltis and vegetable Thali and there’s a takeaway service available too. Good service by experienced staff in a lively atmosphere.

Jim & Donna offer a warm welcome at The Black Horse with their friendly atmosphere. The new food offering is traditional pub grub with all your favourites such as Ham, Egg & Chips, Lasagne & Burgers too. The garden is huge and has capacity for campers and areas for football. With Green King IPA and a host of draughts at great value you won’t be disappointed!

New tenants, John and Catherine, are certainly making lots of improvements to this pub located close to the local barracks. They serve traditional English bar food from 12-9pm plus senior citizens can eat lunch for £3.50 and kids have their own menu. A friendly and lively atmosphere with weekly entertainment.

This new and exciting China Blue restaurant has a relaxing feel and is set in luxurious surroundings. There is a separate function perfect for all types of events and a trendy bar area upstairs. Enjoy good value, freshly prepared, fabulous cuisine and fantastic wines in the restaurant.

A modern, London style interior at this 2 floor restaurant and takeaway. The speciality is freshly baked baguettes with a host of different fillings. Between 8.30am and 10.30am there’s free delivery within a 2 mile radius on all orders over £5. Now under the enthusiastic ownership of Josh and Chris.

Open all day and adjacent to the village cricket pitch, this is a charming venue for families (kids love the tree house). A large country pub complete with a large, heated decking area, where you can enjoy fine, home cooked food like steak & kidney pud’ and exquisite banana & chocolate pancakes with local ice cream!

The Foundry Arms, now run by Mark and Michelle, has been completely transformed and now offers an extensive range of delicious food. There is a lovely enclosed garden to relax in and enjoy eating al fresco during the summer months. Plenty to do with lots of live entertainment, something for everyone.

Now overseen by Franco’s brother, Carlo, who has retained the restaurants well earned reputation for its excellent seafood dishes, which are in turn complemented by some wonderful Italian wines. A convenient venue for pre or post theatre meals or for that very special, intimate occasion.

A classy venue where you can spend as much or as little as you like. Chef Du Patron, Patrick Benois produces an innovative and varied menu, with diverse dishes such as Pistacchio Goats Cheese and Seabass and Fennel Papilotte. The wines are also varied and very competitively priced.

A charming village local that is at the heart of the community. Now run by mother and daughter, Jinjer & Zoe who keep 3 fine, local real ales which include IPA and serve some great home-made food. Favourites include Chicken & Ham Pie, tender Steaks and a too tempting Apple Crumble! Half portions are available and there are regular themed food nights too.

This proper old fashioned pub has a real community feel and has been brought back to life by Stephen Culham. He servesgood home-made pub grub and hosts various food themed nights such as Curry Night, Steak Night and there is an excellent Sunday Roast. Lots to do with terrific entertainment from regular live music to pub games like pool, darts and crib.

No food and no children! This is a traditional, town pub where you can enjoy a relaxing drink in an adult environment. Landlady, Angela Thomson has vast experience in the pub trade and has created a friendly atmosphere at her C19th free house. Lord Nelson adorns the walls and you can play pool or darts!

Set in the heart of Constable country, The Marlborough Head Inn, dates back to the 17th Century and is steeped in history, with bags of rustic charm. There are 3 delightful en suite rooms from just £65 including one with a four poster bed. The ‘Fabulous Fish Friday’ is not to be missed!

Now run by Mark and Karen, who are also chefs, The Old Crown Inn is filled with a warm atmosphere and a welcoming feel. There is a log fire which is great in the winter as well as a beer garden for summer. Good entertainment with a variety of theme nights and monthly quizzes.

The Pink Panther is a Cafe/Bar with a twist, expertly run by Laurie and Dawn, there something going on every night! There is a terrific coffee menu available which is served all day and all night in this vibrant atmosphere. Laurie is also a member of the British Institute of Inn Keepers.

Recently refurbished by Steve & Lisa who have really put their stamp on the Quayside. They truly provide something for everyone with a wide range of drinks and an excellent ‘pub food’ menu that starts from 7.30 am with a superb Full English Breakfast! Families are made really welcome and the entertainment is first class, with cover bands, Indie rock, discos, karaoke, pool, basketball in the garden and no less than 4 large screens and even the latest 3D TV!

Now run by Terry Holland and Corrinna Dawes, the Red Lion dates back to the 18th century and has been freshened by a redecoration. They serve good traditional bar food and wholesome dishes such as Steak & Kidney Pie at both lunchtimes and in the evening. Sample any of the 4 fine real ales. There is a lovely, large garden and good entertainment with weekly quizzes. The only pub in the village!

The Red Lion, run by Peter and Jane, is full of character with original beams and a beautiful Inglenook fireplace. There is a wide selection of delicious home-made food including many mouth watering desserts and the meat is hand picked, locally sourced and prepared in house by their own personal butcher.

A lovely traditional and now, family run pub. Father and daughter, Alan & Vikki bring vast experience to this venue, with Vikki producing an interesting range of gastro pub dishes featuring Stews, Butternut Risotto, Roasts as well as plenty of Fresh Fish. The excellent beers are from Greene King and include IPA and Abbot, both of which are very well kept!

This modern ground floor and cellar restaurant serves a good selection of both English and Mediterranean food from 9am until late. Choose delights such as fresh fish and mixed Mezza, or from the changing daily specials menu. Patio for al fresco dining, as well as live entertainment and a new licence until 2 am.

The Stock Well was the name of a spring that rose in the area and was used as a common well by locals hundreds of years ago. Set in the heart of the town’s Dutch Quarter, this C14th, grade I listed building has been recently refurbished. Run by Paul & Sue, who have retained all the original beams and its all of character!

An excellent and historic venue that dates back to the C16th and boasts all that is good in an English pub. 4 good real ales as well as a Shepherd Neame guest and a well priced range of fine wines. The food is English and delicious, with Steak & Kidney Pud' and Beef, Mushroom & Stilton Pie amongst the favourites.

This C16th, listed country pub is now run by Andrew & Tina, who serve a wonderful array of home made traditional dishes utilising local suppliers. Try Toad in the Hole, rabbit stew as well as a tempting choice of Oriental delights, complemented by fine ales. There’s a pretty garden, new patio and play area.

‘It’s Your Local’ says landlord, Peter Whalley who takes great notice of all his customers’ views. The 3 real ales are always good and include IPA and 2 changing guests, whilst the food is locally sourced with an abundance of fresh seafood, including the famous Cromer Crab. For meat eaters, the Essex Steak Pie with home-made Puff pastry is not to be missed! Dogs are welcome, children have their own menu and functions are catered for.