Business Details
Luxury Hotel & Spa in Norfolk | The Norfolk Mead
The Norfolk Mead is a distinguished luxury boutique hotel, spa, and premier event venue nestled within eight acres of private grounds in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. Established with a vision to deliver relaxed luxury and a home-from-home experience, we combine AA Four Star Silver Country House Hotel status with a 2 Star AA Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence. Our seventeen elegantly appointed rooms, including two with private hot tubs, reflect our commitment to individuality and comfort. The UK's first beer spa and state-of-the-art wellness facilities position us at the forefront of innovative hospitality.Recognised as one of the top 3% hotels worldwide, we pride ourselves on our family-owned ethos, where every guest interaction embodies our motto: 'Arrive as a guest, leave as a friend'. Our executive chef curates menus using locally sourced ingredients, while our events team specialises in creating unforgettable weddings and corporate gatherings in our award-winning Garden Room venue.
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Award-Winning Dining
Beer Spa Experience
Wedding Venues
Corporate Events
Highlights and features
- Award-winning culinary excellence with 2 AA Rosettes since 2016
- UK's first beer spa experience with Woodfordes Brewery collaboration
- Muddy Stilettos Award for Best Event Venue 2025 winner
- Family-owned with 20+ years of hospitality expertise from Formula One background
- Sustainable luxury with locally sourced Norfolk produce
Associations and certifications
- AA Four Star Silver Country House Hotel
- AA Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
What people say
Excellent service
Amazing food
Beautiful location
Attentive staff
Unforgettable experience
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Our seventeen individually appointed rooms offer luxurious bathrobes, slippers, Natural Spa Factory toiletries, and homemade chocolate brownies on arrival. Some rooms feature private hot tubs, balconies with river views, and family-friendly cottages sleeping up to six guests. All accommodations combine modern comforts with period features in a tranquil riverside setting.
Award-Winning Dining
Executive Chef Damien Woollard curates menus using locally sourced Norfolk produce, earning 2 AA Rosettes annually since 2016. The restaurant offers seasonal tasting menus, three-course dinners, and Sunday lunches with wine pairings. Dietary requirements including gluten-free, vegan, and diabetic options are expertly accommodated in an elegant dining environment.
Beer Spa Experience
The UK's first beer spa features wooden hot tubs filled with vitamin-rich malt and hops from Woodfordes Brewery. Guests receive their own beer tap while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of beer-based treatments. This unique wellness offering combines relaxation with the antioxidant properties of beer ingredients in a state-of-the-art spa facility.
Wedding Venues
The Garden Room venue accommodates up to 140 seated guests for weddings, with exclusive hire options for the entire hotel. Our experienced team specialises in creating bespoke celebrations with three-course wedding breakfasts and champagne receptions. The venue features picturesque grounds for photography and 17 luxury rooms for overnight guests.
Corporate Events
The Garden Room and private dining spaces host corporate events from team-building days to presentations. Located 15 minutes from Norwich, the venue offers modern facilities with AV equipment and customised catering. The dedicated events team manages logistics for conferences, product launches, and business meetings in a luxurious country house setting.
People
Anna Duttson
Co-Owner
With a catering background from Formula One, Anna co-founded Norfolk Mead to realise her hospitality vision. She oversees operations and maintains the venue's culinary excellence while managing her successful event catering business, Anna Duttson Events, across Europe.
James
Co-Owner
Former Formula One catering professional turned hotelier, James partnered with Anna to create Norfolk Mead. He focuses on guest experience and business strategy, combining international hospitality experience with local knowledge to maintain the venue's high standards.
Francesca
Head of Events
Leading the events team with extensive experience in wedding and corporate coordination, Francesca ensures flawless execution of special occasions. She specialises in personalising celebrations and managing logistics for both intimate gatherings and large-scale events at the venue.
Damien Woollard
Executive Chef
Award-winning chef responsible for the hotel's 2 AA Rosette accolades, Damien creates innovative menus showcasing local Norfolk produce. His culinary expertise elevates the dining experience across all offerings from afternoon tea to fine dining evenings.
Danni
Event Coordinator
As events team member, Danni works closely with couples and businesses to plan memorable occasions. She manages event details from initial consultations through to execution, ensuring every celebration meets the venue's high standards.
Questions
How do I book a room at Norfolk Mead?
Book directly through our website for best rates or contact us at 01603 737 531. Reservations require a 50% deposit for Christmas packages and 10% non-refundable deposit for standard bookings.
What spa facilities are available?
Our state-of-the-art spa includes a hydrotherapy pool, herbal steam room, experience showers, outdoor sauna, beer spa, prosecco spa, and mud chamber treatments.
Can I host a wedding at Norfolk Mead?
Yes, our Garden Room venue accommodates up to 140 guests with exclusive hire options. We offer bespoke wedding packages including three-course meals and champagne receptions.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
We welcome well-behaved pets in Juniper, Crab Apple, and Sweet Chestnut rooms for £20 per night, with prior arrangement required before booking.
What dining options are available?
Executive Chef Damien Woollard offers seasonal menus using local Norfolk produce, including award-winning afternoon tea, Sunday lunches, and evening dining with wine pairings.
Is there parking available?
Complimentary parking is available for all guests with 100 spaces across main and overflow car parks.
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