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Bookings soar as hotel launches new pub and restaurant
A hotel in west Norfolk has seen a "significant increase in bookings" after opening a new pub and restaurant. The Farmhouse in Fincham, near Downham Market, opened The Hayloft restaurant and The Piggery pub at the start of the month. The pub is positioned on the lower floor of the hotel and the fully renovated bar space on the upper floor is now home to the restaurant. Norfolk asparagus with Binham blue, rocket salad and tomato and truffle dressing (Image: The Farmhouse at Fincham) Alongside the added space, new executive chef Calvin Holland has crafted a fresh menu centred around Norfolk products. The 250-year-old barn experienced a "crazy" few days after launching, as customers enjoyed new dishes inspired by the county. Director, David Toulson-Burke, said: "It has been a great week and the soft launch of our new menu has been well-received. READ MORE: Norfolk hailed as one of the most 'delicious corners' of the UK Since the launch, the new menu has been received well from customers (Image: The Farmhouse at Fincham) "We have continued to receive amazing feedback regarding quality and pricing. "The best sellers so far have been the ham hock, Norfolk chicken supreme and the chocolate fondant. "The staff have been coping very well with the significant increase in bookings and the new setting; feedback has been amazing and continues to be." READ MORE: Guests can choose the Farmhouse sticky toffee pudding from the menu (Image: The Farmhouse at Fincham) Diners can enjoy an extensive menu from nibbles and small plates to heartier meals and sweet treats. In the restaurant's bid to "celebrate Norfolk", Woodforde's Wherry will be available for ale lovers. Throughout June, The Farmhouse will be offering a 20pc discount on its food menu.
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26-05-2025
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Norfolk hotel to open new pub and restaurant
A hotel in west Norfolk is launching a new restaurant and pub this summer. The Farmhouse in Fincham, near Downham Market, is preparing to open The Hayloft restaurant and The Piggery pub on June 1. The pub will be positioned on the lower floor of the hotel and the fully renovated bar space on the upper floor will be home to the restaurant. The establishment has invested in a new team of Norfolk chefs for the restaurant (Image: The Farmhouse at Fincham) A new team of local chefs, guided by executive chef Calvin Holland, will be serving dishes full of products from Norfolk. Director, David Toulson-Burke, said: "We want the feel to resemble that of a farmhouse. 'We want it to be cosy and intimate where people can come to celebrate, sit and relax. READ MORE: North Norfolk bakery scoops major awards in national cake competition "We will be informal but offer good quality food, done well. 'It will serve beautifully designed traditional dishes that people recognise and want to eat." The space can accommodate up to 70 guests and the team hopes "to attract people from all over the country to taste and celebrate Norfolk". The Piggery is in partnership with Woodforde's (Image: The Farmhouse at Fincham) Pan-fried sea bass and Norfolk belly pork are just some of the main courses on offer. The Piggery Pub will sit below the restaurant and, similarly to The Hayloft, will boast Norfolk goods. In partnership with the award-winning brewery Woodforde's, guests can enjoy the renowned Wherry alongside other ales and ciders. Small bites will be available from crispy hot pork scratchings to sandwiches and afternoon teas. Throughout June, The Farmhouse will be offering a 20pc discount on its food menu.
