As staycations in the UK are on the rise and there are more people looking to eat out on their holidays, why not check out some of the best places to have a pint in Norfolk?

As well as drinking your favourite beers in some welcoming local pubs, you can try some fantastic real ale, some of it brewed in Norfolk itself.

The Dabbling Duck, Great Massingham

Situated in a lovely location in the attractive village of Great Massingham between two ponds, The Dabbling Duck has previously been awarded Norfolk Pub of the Year in 2011 by Campaign for Real Ale. The old building is an interesting place to sit back with a beer, and the friendly atmosphere will bring you back year after year.

 

The Fat Cat, Norwich

The Fat Cat is an award winning pub in Norwich, very popular with the resident beer lovers, marking it as a must for any visiting ale fans. With over 30 real ales on the menu, the lively atmosphere is sure to get you to trying one – or two or three! – of the range they have here.

 

The Pigs, Edgefield

At The Pigs in Edgefield you can enjoy an evening meal out or even a spa themed stay, as well as sample the five real ales served there, including its own Edgefield Old Spot brewed locally at the Wolf Brewery.

 

The Wellington, Cromer

In the seaside town of Cromer, you can pop into the family-run pub The Wellington (or the Welly as its commonly known). Located close to the pier, it serves real ales all year round. Being right on the beach it is the perfect place for sitting out in the beer garden in the summer, or cosying up inside with the waves roaring outside during the winter months.