The Old Rectory - Norwich

Enjoy the luxury, charm and character of The Old Rectory, a delightful AA Red Star hotel. The country house is a short journey from Norwich city centre. The Old Rectory has 8 beautiful, unique rooms and is set in quiet gardens. It offers award-winning service in a relaxing, friendly atmosphere. Most rooms have south-facing views over the gardens and the Yare Valley. Chef James Perry has 2 AA Rosettes for his food. Some seasonal produce comes from the hotel’s garden. In summer you can enjoy breakfast under the gazebo overlooking the swimming pool (open from Easter to September). Norwich International Airport is about 5 miles (8 km) away, and the Norfolk Broads are a short drive away.

There are some interesting local walks straight from the hotel both on and off-road, including a riverside trail where you can see various birds. Whitlingham Country Park is a short drive away. The hotel has secure cycle storage and information on local cycle routes.

A tasty English breakfast is served each morning and features locally produced bacon, sausages and ham, free-range eggs, thick yoghurt with homemade toppings, fresh fruit, Fairtrade tea and coffee and Norfolk preserves, amongst others items. Afternoon tea is available to residents every day from 15:00 until 17:00, with home-baked scones with Norfolk jam and delicious cake. For dinner a seasonal prix-fixe dinner menu is served in the elegant candlelit dining room. The menu changes daily and all fresh produce is sourced from local suppliers. In summer some vegetables, salad leaves and herbs come from our own garden. James can prepare vegetarian dishes and cater for other dietary needs with advance notice. The dining room is closed on Sunday and Monday evenings. A full room service menu is available from Monday to Saturday until 21:30.

The dining room is closed on Sunday and Monday evenings. A full Room Service menu is available from Monday to Saturday until 21:30.