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# The Old Forge Seafood Restaurant

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- [News](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/news/) - ROOMS AND TABLES AVAILABLE FOR 2026. PHONE FOR SPECIAL DEALS. 01328 878345. THREE COURSE SET MENU FOR £27.50. OPEN AT 4.30 FOR THURSFORD SHOW. YUM YUM.
- [OPENING IN OCTOBER WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY EVENINGS ONLY.  NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER NORMAL DAYS.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2026/07/02/opening-in-october-wednesday-and-thursday-evenings-only-november-and-december-normal-days/) - OPENING IN OCTOBER WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY EVENINGS ONLY. NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER NORMAL DAYS BUT OPENING EARLY FOR THURSFORD CHRISTMAS SHOW.
- [OPENING FOR THE SEASON 2026 ON MARCH 18TH.  COME AND ENJOY FANTASTIC FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD.  ALWAYS ADVISABLE TO BOOK.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2026/02/17/opening-for-the-season-2026-on-march-18th-come-and-enjoy-fantastic-fresh-local-seafood-always-advisable-to-book/)
- [Rooms and tables still available for 2025.  Special rates please call to book 01328 878345.  Open 4.30 especially for the show.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2025/07/18/rooms-and-tables-still-available-for-2025-special-rates-please-call-to-book-01328-878345-open-4-30-especially-for-the-show/)
- [Cost of living crisis!!!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2025/05/02/cost-of-living-crisis/) - Come and enjoy a three course set menu for only £27.50. Fish soup, sea bream in a lobster sauce with crayfish tails and chocolate profiteroles. A real bargain. Best to book.
- [ROLL UP.  ROLL UP. TABLES AND ACCOMMODATION STILL AVAILABLE FOR THURSFORD CHRISTMAS SHOW 2024](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2023/11/02/tables-and-accommodation-available-for-thursford-christmas-show-2023/) - We still have early at 4.30 tables in the afternoon and accommodation available for Thursford Christmas Spectacular 2024. Come and have a Spectacular meal. We always get you to the show on time we are old hands at it 29 years!! Set 3 course menu for £27.50 or huge choice off a la carte menu.
- [Lobsters galore - John Travolta's choice.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2023/04/10/lobsters-galore-john-travoltas-choice/) - The local lobsters are absolutely gorgeous and our local fisherman has delivered some beauties to us recently. We have had am amazing Easter weekend with many baked lobsters sold freshly baked in the oven in their own juices and topped with cheese. Yum, yum.
- [Re-opening](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2021/03/19/re-opening/) - Hi everyone, we are re-opening our doors on May 18th, hopefully for the last time, we do not want to go through another major lockdown, it has been horrific this last one. We have missed out on so many big dates where we would normally be packed. We have no outdoor area for eating so
- [HOORAH WE ARE OPEN AGAIN AFTER THREE MONTHS OF WORRYING.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2020/06/24/hoorah-we-are-open-again-after-three-months-of-worrying/) - We are so happy to be opening again on 4th July. We have been so upset looking at our lovely little restaurant empty and our lovely B&B with no residents. We will be following all guidelines and following all safety rules and regulations. We have been so worried about our wonderful restaurant and wonderful customers.
- [Valentine's around the corner](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2020/02/07/valentines-around-the-corner/) - Valentines just around the corner. Free chocolates and flowers on the table. Book now. Impress your Valentine. Love is in the air. xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- [Valentine's just round the corner.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2017/01/23/valentines-just-round-the-corner/) - Book now. £23.50 three course set menu or £19.50 two course set menu. Full a la carte available. Complimentary chocolates on the table. Now is the time to impress, don't miss out. Yum yum.
- [Thursford Christmas Spectacular 2016](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2016/10/26/thursford-christmas-spectacular-2016/) - Don't forget we open early at 4.00p.m. for Thursford Christmas Spectacular. Come and enjoy a festive meal with us before the show. Starts 10th November. Look forward to seeing you all.
- [OUR LATEST SPECIAL](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2016/07/30/our-latest-special/) - Home made samphire soup. Local samphire from our local coastline made into a creamy broth absolutely gorgeous. Also strawberry and grand marnier ice cream using local strawberries from our local fruit farmer absolutely divine. Come and give them both a go.
- [Fab new special](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2016/03/09/fab-new-special/) - Lemon sole stuffed with capers and prawns - yum yum. Had it for lunch. Delicious. Another AA rosette to be added to our long list just been awarded for culinary excellence. The old man is still doing a good job!!!
- [OPEN AGAIN ON 6TH FEBRUARY.  COME AND ENJOY OUR 20 YEARS OF LOOKING AFTER OUR CUSTOMERS.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2016/02/01/open-again-on-6th-february-come-and-enjoy-our-20-years-of-looking-after-our-customers/) - We would like to thank all our customers for supporting us over the last twenty years. It has flown by. We have been painted out and are open on 6th February. We would love to see you all to celebrate our twenty years of looking after all our wonderful customers. Have a free glass of
- [CLAIM TO FAME AGAIN.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2015/11/11/claim-to-fame-again/) - Listen to Radio Norfolk on Friday 13th November at 7.a.m. to hear us harping on about Tripadvisor again - all good fun haha.
- [EVERYONE LOVES SCALLOPS.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2015/05/15/everyone-loves-scallops/) - But try it this way - cooked in cream and sherry - wow. As a starter or a main course. So popular it flies out of the kitchen. Such a simple dish but beautiful. Yum, yum.
- [Wonderful home made ice cream now on offer.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2015/05/15/wonderful-home-made-ice-cream-now-on-offer/) - Bannoffee flavour, strawberry flavour or honeycomb flavour - which one?? Yummy. Think it has to be strawberry tonight with a slight dash of grand marnier - gorgeous. All home made by Colin.
- [So Upset!!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2014/04/20/so-upset/) - We had a horrible experience over the weekend. A lady called in at 5p.m. and asked for a table on Saturday night and we were full but we said we could squeeze her in at 8.30p.m. if she liked and she agreed to the time, we asked her for how many and she said for
- [We now have a booking button on our website for our B&B so don't hesitate book online for your accommodation now!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2014/03/01/we-now-have-a-booking-button-on-our-website-for-our-bb-so-dont-hesitate-book-online-for-your-accommodation-now/) - We had our AA inspection and have been awarded four stars again for our accommodation. You are now able to book on line straight from our website. Check out our special offers at the moment. ONLY £50 FOR A DOUBLE EN SUITE AND BREAKFAST. NO BETTER DEAL ANYWHERE ELSE IN NORTH NORFOLK.
- [MIAOUW, MIAOUW](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2013/09/06/miaouw-miaouw/) - Copying is the highest form of flattery - BUT - you will never quite be the same!!! More recipes to follow soon - try to replicate some of these down the road!!!
- [Fabulous trio of smoked fish for a special starter](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2013/08/08/fabulous-trio-of-smoked-fish-for-a-special-starter/) - How about a trio of mackerel, eel and smoked salmon for a starter, yum, yum!!! with our lovely home made brown bread. We also have fantastic snails on again as a special starter, yum, yum!!! How about a beautiful local dover sole for a special main course, all freshly cooked, no boil in the bag
- [AWARDED 2013 CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2013/06/27/awarded-2013-certificate-of-excellence/) - Thank you to all our positive reviewers who have left great reviews. We have been awarded a Tripadvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence. We are so pleased that so many of you have enjoyed your visit to our little restaurant. I heard a great saying the other day. "For every one of you who hate -
- [Supermarket Syndrome](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2013/03/20/supermarket-syndrome/) - How sad, another chain pub/restaurant in our beautiful area. Please support the small individual and unique businesses in beautiful North Norfolk not a massive chain who do not care if they have customers or not!!! They are huge conglomerates who are supported by their other pubs across the UK. Us little businesses are on our
- [Norfolk wet weather](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2013/02/21/norfolk-wet-weather/) - We've hed a lot o' wet wether o' laete Thass thuh sort Horry haete Thaat git on his wick so he saay Settin' theer lookin' at Martha awl daay. Well, Oi say, "Why doant yew go in yare shud"? Chop sum sticks or saw sum wud", Horry say "Oi carn't git in thuh door"
- [VALENTINE'S AROUND THE CORNER - £19.50 FOR THREE COURSES.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2013/01/30/valentines-around-the-corner-19-50-for-three-courses/) - Where are all the lovers? Valentine's is just around the corner, book a table and don't be disappointed. Lovely fresh flowers and chocolates on the tables. Romantic setting with lovely romantic music playing in the background. Candle lit tables - what more would you want. Try our beautiful local oysters as a starter and see
- [Happy New Year to all our lovely customers.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2013/01/11/happy-new-year-to-all-our-lovely-customers/) - Happy New Year to everyone. We re-open on 9th February having closed for January after a very busy Christmas Spectacular looking after all their customers and cast. It has been brilliant and great fun and John Cushing has been marvellous in his support for our little restaurant and B&B. Thank you very much. Don't forget
- [WE LOVE THE THURSFORD CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/11/09/we-love-the-thursford-christmas-spectacular/) - Had a big table of the Thursford cast and musicians in last night. They are always a delight to look after. They really appreciate our food and service. They are like a breath of fresh air when they come each year. They are all full of sparkle and enthusiasm. A full restaurant of young aspiring
- [ROOMS AVAILABLE DUE TO CANCELLATIONS FOR THURSFORD SHOW](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/10/24/rooms-available-due-to-cancellations-for-thursford-show/) - Give us a call as we have had some cancellations for The Thursford Christmas Spectacular so we have some rooms available. Try us again if you were not lucky first time around.
- [The less you do to a fish the better it tastes.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/10/11/the-less-you-do-to-a-fish-the-better-it-tastes/) - A quick dip in a pan of spluttering butter, held down on a blistering griddle or a quiet bake in the oven is all it needs. Fish hates fuss. I cannot see the point of turning a fillet into a mousse in order to stuff another fillet. I can see even less why that fillet
- [AA UNDERCOVER INSPECTION](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/09/21/aa-undercover-inspection/) - Just had an undercover inspection from an AA inspector who stayed the night and ate an evening meal. We are delighted as we have retained our 4 stars for accommodation and our AA rosettes for culinary excellence. We cherish these inspections as they are the real thing!! An AA inspector knows his job. The general
- [How can people tell such terrible lies?](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/08/02/how-can-people-tell-such-terrible-lies/) - Yet again we have been slandered by someone on Tripadvisor. We are absolutely stunned by what this person has said about our lovely little restaurant. They stated that there was uncooked bread on the table with flies crawling all over it - why? What have we done to this person to upset them so much
- [What's happened to French Food!!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/07/17/whats-happened-to-french-food/) - Just been to France on holiday in Normandy. We had a terrible time!!! The food was appalling and the service was just as bad. Where is all the lovely french food, we could not find one good restaurant to visit. The places we did eat were very ordinary and all the menus were the same.
- [WE ARE NOT EXPENSIVE!!!!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/06/16/we-are-not-expensive/) - Where else can you get a three course set menu of all fresh food served in a proper fashion with nice english waitresses in a proper restaurant with linen napkins and classical music playing in the background for £17.50. Our set menu at the moment is home made lobster soup made with fresh lobster, cream
- [2012 WINNERS](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/05/29/2012-winners/) - We have just been awarded a winners certificate from Tripadvisor for being consistently excellent in our restaurant and Bed and Breakfast. This is quite unique and has to be judged on how many stars our customers are awarding us. We are thrilled that so many people are enjoying our food and accommodation. Thank you to
- [NEW ZEALAND MUSSELS ARE NOT LOCAL MORSTON MUSSELS!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/05/10/new-zealand-mussels-are-not-local-morston-mussels/) - If there is an R in the month then our beautiful local mussels are on offer, the rest of the year we offer New Zealand green lipped mussels, they are still tasty but not as good as local Morston mussels, they are completely different. Morston mussels are plump and juicy and New Zealand mussels are
- [A SPECIAL DIAMOND JUBILEE DISH WITH A FEEL OF FRANCE IN THE RESTAURANT](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/04/27/a-special-diamond-jubilee-dish-with-a-feel-of-france-in-the-restaurant/) - We are making a special Diamond Jubilee Dish which is one of Colin's own special creations. Strips of fillet steak with prawns in a lobster and brandy sauce, yum, yum. A dish fit for a queen. Come in and give it a try. We are also doing a special of baked clams for a starter,
- [SNAILS](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/04/14/snails/) - Why does everyone turn their noses up when I tell them we have a special of one dozen snails in garlic and tarragon butter for a starter. They are absolutely gorgeous with a big dunk of home baked bread. Come in and give them a try, it is worth it.
- [NEW SET MENU THREE COURSES £17.50](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/04/08/new-set-menu-three-courses-17-50/) - Home made lobster bisque Poached salmon with lemon and parsley butter Chocolate profiteroles WHAT MORE DO YOU WANT!! ONLY £17.50
- [5 STARS AGAIN!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/04/04/5-stars-again/) - We have just had our inspection from the District Council Health Inspector and we have received 5 stars again for cleanliness. This is almost impossible to achieve in a kitchen so we are all very pleased. We have also been inspected by the Fire Service and have received a certificate of excellence for safety in
- [SUPPORT FLOODS IN FROM BELGIUM, SWITZERLAND AND HOLLAND](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/03/27/support-floods-in-from-belgium-switzerland-and-holland/) - Our documentary was aired recently in Belgium, Switzerland and Holland. The feedback was amazing. People all across Europe do not agree with the way Tripadvisor works and how unfair it can be. Recently Tripadvisor put on their website a new way of reviewing, basically you do not have to review, just put in a rating. I
- [SPRING IS IN THE AIR](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/03/20/spring-is-in-the-air/) - The clocks are going back and the weather is getting better. Easter is around the corner. There are many lovely things to do in Norfolk. Bluebell woods are plentiful in North Norfolk and there are many lovely walks to enjoy. The Peddars Way & Norfolk Coast Path starts in Suffolk at Knettishall Heath Country Park
- [Wonderful weather, wonderful seafood.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/03/01/wonderful-weather-wonderful-seafood/) - Skate with black butter is one of our specials and one of our favourites with our customers. Skate is in season from September to April. The only parts eaten are the wings which are sold whole from young skate or sliced from larger fish. 2lb skate, 2oz butter, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, court bouillon,
- [OYSTERS FOR VALENTINES](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/02/07/oysters-for-valentines/) - Opening Oysters - Wrap one hand in a tea towel and place the oyster in it, put your hand on a work top, push the point of an oyster knife or small, thick-bladed knife into the hinge of the oyster and, using firm but not excessive pressure, work the knife backwards and forwards into the
- [DON'T FORGET VALENTINES!!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/01/20/dont-forget-valentines/) - Tables are still available for Valentine's night. Don't forget to book. Come and see what special little treat is on your table for your romantic meal out. Why not make a night out of it and stay in one of our romantic rooms for only £65 for the night including breakfast.
- [HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2012/01/03/happy-new-year-to-all-our-customers/) - Happy New Year to all our customers and a big thankyou to all our regulars for coming so often to visit our restaurant. Also a big thankyou to everyone who sent e mails and made phone calls supporting us after our Tripadvisor appearance on Channel 4. It has been a huge boost to have so
- [Sorry for the bad editing on the programme and to all our potential customers](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/11/04/sorry-for-the-bad-editing-on-the-programme-and-to-all-our-potential-customers/) - Colin and I would like to thank the thousands of people who sent e mails and phone calls with offer of support to us both after the Channel 4 programme. Editing is out of our hands and some of it was quite debatable. It portrayed us as having had many bad reviews, when in fact
- [BUY "WHATS ON TV"  TODAY 25TH OCTOBER WE ARE IN IT AND OUR PROGRAMME IS OUT ON MONDAY 31ST!](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/10/25/buy-whats-on-tv-today-25th-october-we-are-in-it-and-our-programme-is-out-on-monday-31st/) - Cutting Edge Documentary is on Monday 31st October at 9.00p.m. Trailers have started on Channel 4 and we are in Whats on TV mag. It is all quite scarey but also exciting. Try and watch the documentary as it should be interesting and features us in it.
- [Photo shoot completed](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/10/12/photo-shoot-completed/) - Our photo shoot for promotion purposes has just been completed. The documentary should be out in November and Colin and I will be pictured in most of the TV mags. Don't forget to watch the documentary, it is called "The Tripadvisors" a Cutting Edge documentary on Channel 4. Our special at the moment is scallops
- [Thursford Christmas Spectacular](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/09/20/thursford-christmas-spectacular/) - The Thursford Christmas show is back soon. Starting on the 9th November until 23rd December. It is an all singing and all dancing Christmas spectacular and well worth a visit. We are just around the corner from the show and offer pre theatre meals staring at 4p.m in the afternoon. We also offer accommodation. We
- [LAST DAY OF FILMING](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/08/23/last-day-of-filming/) - Bank holiday Sunday is the last day of filming us at the restaurant. It has been great fun. The Producer has recently filmed The Big Fat Gypsy Wedding. We are being featured in the Cutting Edge programme along with other establishments who are affected by the website Tripadvisor. The documentary should be very interesting -
- [Cutting Edge, Channel 4 features The Old Forge Seafood Restaurant](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/07/26/cutting-edge-channel-4-features-the-old-forge-seafood-restaurant/) - We are presently being filmed by Channel 4 for a documentary called Cutting Edge which is featuring the website Tripadvisor and ourselves. The documentary is focussing on how unfair Tripadvisor is to people such as ourselves who have 99% wonderful reviews and then suddenly a malicious and vindictive one. They are featuring on how difficult
- [POACHED SALMON](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/06/25/poached-salmon/) - For 4-6 people a large piece of salmon on the bone, just over 1kg in weight, salt. Come high summer, there is little more useful than a piece of cooked salmon in the fridge. You can hack off a lump for lunch, or slide an elegant wedge off the bone for supper. You can serve
- [Cromer crab cakes](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/06/15/cromer-crab-cakes/) - 5 handfuls of fresh white breadcrumbs. 400g crabmeat. Half a teaspoon of cayenne pepper. 3 tablespoons of grain mustard. A tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. 3 spring onions, chopped. 4 heaped tablespoons mayonnaise. 5 tablespoons chopped parsley. Juice of half a lemon. Oil. Mix together all the ingredients except the oil and season with salt and
- [Cromer crab](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/05/24/cromer-crab/) - The most savoury of seafood. The most juicy too. Of course, crab is really a seaside treat to be eaten within a cockle's throw of the pier, but a treat that can taste almost as good at home. Just close your eyes and think of Cromer. A freshly cooked crab can seem like the food
- [BLAKENEY OYSTERS](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/04/21/blakeney-oysters/) - No food beckons in quite the same way as an oyster on its open shell. Ridiculously sexy, salty, juicy, quivering things that they are. Yet the oyster does not appeal to everyone, possibly because of its association with smart city restaurants where they are consumed out of bravado as much as for flavour. Only the
- [Grilled oysters with tarragon garlic butter](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/03/22/grilled-oysters-with-tarragon-garlic-butter/) - If you think you might not like oysters, then try them this way.150g butter, a plump and juicy clove of garlic finely chopped, 2 shallots, finely chopped, a handful of tarragon leaves, chopped if large, juice of half a lemon, 12 oysters, opened, a handful, about 6 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs. Mash the butter with the
- [Snowdrop walks](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/03/22/snowdrop-walks/) - At nearby historical Walsingham there are the most beautiful snowdrop walks around Walsingham Abbey and surrounding historical buildings. Walsingham has a shrine to Mary and is regularly visited by pilgrims and is a beautiful village to visit and is steeped in history. Our building is 14th century with a gargoyle at the bottom of the
- [SPRING CLEAN](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2011/03/22/spring-clean/) - We have just been decorating our rooms and restaurant ready for the start of the busy season. Everything looks lovely and fresh again. The weather outside is beautiful today and all the snowdrops and daffodils have come out. We are open on 7th April and would love you to come and visit us.
- [North Norfolk Seafood Restaurant](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/10/05/north-norfolk-seafood-restaurant/) - Award winning seafood takes a lot of work. The Old Forge North Norfolk is our passion, Fresh Norfolk seafood is a must alongside top quality seafood produce from around the world. This all goes into making our great menu. We have worked hard to create food, accommodation and an all round dining experience which rates
- [Phone us for special October rates](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/10/05/phone-us-for-special-october-rates/) - Give us a call and come and stay in our Bed and Breakfast at a special rate. We will tell you how to get to beautiful Morston quay where there are wonderful walks, you can visit John and buy some lovely local mussels, or take a seal trip from Morston, it is a lovely area
- [Moules a la mariniere](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/10/05/moules-a-la-mariniere/) - Line a buttered saucepan with 2 tablespoons of chopped shallot. Add one or two sprigs of parsley, a sprig of thyme and a quarter of a bay leaf. Put in 2 quarts of mussels, trimmed, scraped and washed. Add 2 tablespoons of butter cut into very small pieces. Moisten with 1 cup of dry white
- [Local mussels - you can't beat them](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/10/05/local-mussels-you-cant-beat-them/) - Our local mussel farmer is now up and running and producing fantastic mussels for eating. It is true about there having to be an R in the month. Mussels should not be eaten any other time of the year as they are not fully developed. If you are offered local Norfolk mussels any other time
- [Seafood Restaurant  In Norfolk](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/09/17/seafood-restaurant-in-norfolk/) - We are very proud of our seafood restaurant in Norfolk, our fresh seafood menu captures the best of the local seafood on offer from the Norfolk coastline. We have won the many awards and appeared on television. Running a seafood restaurnt in Norfolk is a 24 hour a day job so I do not always
- [Try our new special - John Dory with garlic and parsley butter](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/09/10/try-our-new-special-john-dory-with-garlic-and-parsley-butter/) - People keep asking me what is John Dory like. It is very oddly shaped, oval in form, and very flat, with a large spiny head. Its skin is very thick and it is covered with very small scales. The flesh of the John Dory is very delicate and rivals the turbot and sole. It may
- [Dinosaur Park has new dino's](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/07/15/dinosaur-park-has-new-dinos/) - We are only a ten minute drive away from The Dinosaur Park near Norwich. It is brilliant for the kids. Great walks through woods with dinosaurs in making lots of strange noises. A ride through the deer park and great play area. Our daughter loves the place. There lots of new dino's there now as
- [Just been to Sardinia](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/07/15/just-been-to-sardinia/) - Had a great holiday in Sardinia recently although it annoys us that in England we have so many inspections to gain four stars for our B&B and to gain rosettes for our restaurant when apparantely when you are in Europe, wherever you go, you can get away with just about anything and be a so
- [Curried sole - sole a l' indienne](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/06/09/curried-sole-sole-a-l-indienne/) - Spread on a baking dish a layer of chopped onions cooked until soft in butter mixed with three tablespoons of tomatoes, peeled, pressed and also cooked in butter. Season with a teaspoon of curry. Set a sole on top and pour over it two tablespoons of mushroom stock. Poach in the oven. Set the sole,
- [BBC Springwatch at Pensthorpe Park](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/06/09/bbc-springwatch-at-pensthorpe-park/) - Pensthorpe park is just five minutes away from and at the moment is featuring BBC's Springwatch. It is a wonderful place to visit and great for all the twitchers in the country. It is also a great place for families to visit. You can feed tadpoles and catch snails and feed them. You can see
- [Potatoes a la normande](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/05/18/potatoes-a-la-normande/) - Cut 500 grms of potatoes into thin round slices. Wash them ,dry on a cloth and season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Put in a buttered pan in layers with the shredded white part of two big leeks and two tablespoons of chopped parsley. Add bouquet garni and chicken stock or water. Scatter 500
- [AA Inspector awards us another star for B&B accommodation](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/05/18/aa-inspector-awards-us-another-star-for-bb-accommodation/) - We have just had another inspection by the AA and have been awarded another star for our accommodation. This makes us five star accommodation for B&B customers. We have just renovated another room so we now have three en-suite rooms making us a very desirable Bed and Breakfast in North Norfolk.
- [Houghton horse trials](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/05/18/houghton-horse-trials/) - Local international horse trials at Houghton Hall are commencing next week. This event is not just for international riders but for all the family. There is childrens entertainment, dog shows, side shows and it is a great day out for everyone. Why not bring your horse on holiday to our B&B. We have two stables
- [Recipe for local Cromer crabs](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/05/06/recipe-for-local-cromer-crabs/) - Cromer crabs are wonderful this time of year but you can use any type of crab. This recipe is Crab au gratin and is not difficult to produce. Cook a large crab in a court-bouillon. Let it cool. When cold remove the claws and legs. Then using the point of a knife, make an incision
- [Raptor bird watching minutes from our Bed and Breakfast](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/05/06/raptor-bird-watching-minutes-from-our-bed-and-breakfast/) - There is an amazing raptor bird watching viewpoint just behind our Bed and Breakfast and seafood restaurant. Our family have been and watching these incredible birds is quite amazing. There are a lot of areas in North Norfolk for bird watching and it is often called a bird watching paradise. Our B&B is very central
- [Seal trips from Morston Quay](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/04/28/seal-trips-from-morston-quay/) - Great fun for all the family. Regular seal trips from Morston quay, a must for every visitor to North Norfolk. Our B&B is a short drive away. Come back and stay the night and enjoy our award winning seafood dishes. We are the only seafood restaurant in North Norfolk.
- [Lovely natural local lobster](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/04/28/lovely-natural-local-lobster/) - Do not spoil your lobster - just serve it cold with mayonnaise, salad and new potoatoes. Wonderful flavours. We use our own home grown salad and potatoes straight from our garden.
- [Local Seafood Dishes at The Old Forge Seafood Restaurant this Bank Holiday.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/04/28/local-seafood-dishes-at-the-old-forge-seafood-restaurant-this-bank-holiday/) - Lovely weather forecast for this weekend. Wells-next-the-sea has some wonderful beaches for playing on and walking on. Nearby is the lovely village of Blakeney. This is where we source our local lobsters, crabs and mussels. Willie Weston a local fisherman takes his boats out every day and brings back the lobsters and we have the
- [Great new special offered.](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/04/22/great-new-special-offered/) - Wonderful new special dish on the menu - sea bass, hake, tiger prawns and scallops in a creamy lobster sauce -yum, yum.
- [Camel Racing](https://www.seafoodnorthnorfolk.co.uk/2010/04/22/camel-racing/) - 25th April should be fun, camel racing at Fakenham Racecourse, worth a visit if only for a laugh. Stay at our Bed and Breakfast and why not make a weekend of it and sample Colin's delicious seafood dishes. Special rates on B&B rooms £58 for the room and one of Colin's wonderful breakfasts using all

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