The Bedingfeld Arms

We have stayed here on a few occasions and had a wonderful experience but this time there was much disappointment. Firstly dining:- This previously had always been enjoyable; straightforward but great quality and noticeably fine ingredients. This time the food was simply of a low standard with our favourite Beef Bourguignon tasting like the inside of a supermarket meat pie, and not convinced red wine had been anywhere near its preparation . The restaurant and bar were clearly under staffed too, which can happen, but the combination with poor cookery made for a bad experience. Thankfully, as a family we were in good company with plenty of conversation. And the hotel:- Many establishments like this, up and down the country, get to a stage where a refurbishment is required and it looks that way here - a worn out shower which should really be replaced, a noisy ensuite fan (sadly common these days) and a toilet seat not really working well and looking old. Generally, the accommodation is looking tired, especially the bathroom. But the real surprise was the DIY room service (see picture) which reminded us of the Pandemic days and the processes hospitality were forced to put in place. Anyway, my guess is they only had one key for the room and as we stayed for two nights, we took the key away with us during the day - that's what everybody does these days. Look, no real harm done here but we were both surprised and disappointed.

We meet friends here at least once a year and always found it a friendly place to eat with good food. However today it was exceptional..... We were greeted by friendly chatty staff and nothing was too much trouble. The food was the best we have eaten here with generous portions. A relaxed atmosphere in the garden which made it easier with our 2 dogs. Thank you all for a lovely lunch. We will be back soon.

Nice stay Had a nice stay with good food and service

Lovely room, food excellent

Fantastisk beliggenhed og dejligt område, god stil på hotellet

Typically English rustic pub set in gorgeous area with village green and history surrounding it. Staff couldn’t do enough for you. Very friendly and polite which made the feeling very homely. Food outstanding, shame the kitchen closed at 6 pm on Sunday. Perfect base to explore lots of Norfolk including Sandringham, Hunstanton, Swaffham, Cromer, Wells by the sea and Norwich. The Bedingfeld comes highly recommended and dogs are welcome too. I will certainly be returning.