The Brisley Bell Inn is a traditional Norfolk Bed and Breakfast establishment that boasts its very own restaurant, which is renowned for its local produce and fresh game.

You will find us in the idyllic and tranquil setting of Brisley Common adjacent to the village of Brisley on the B1145, between Fakenham & Dereham. The Brisley Bell is a perfect country retreat set in the heart of Norfolk. Close to a large number of local attractions, The Brisley Bell Inn Bed and Breakfast is ideally situated whether you are visiting Norfolk on business or for a weekend break. The Brisley Inn is popular with walkers, and is ideal for those with interests in shooting, golf, fishing, cycling, or those just wishing to relax and explore the treasures of our beautiful Norfolk countryside and coast.



An introduction to fine new friends of Easy Route the North Norfolk Seafood Restaurant and Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
“The Old Forge”
Recommended as ‘a must’ by food critics in East Anglia
Recently awarded three AA rosettes for culinary excellence – November 2007, 2008 and 2009
Colin and Sarah were featured twice on BBC1 National Television News demonstrating seafood dishes.

The Old Forge is a 14th Century former coaching station with forge and is steeped in history. It was a resting place for pilgrims journeying to nearby Walsingham Abbey and has a figurine placed on the wall which is a sign that the building has been blessed spiritually. It is mentioned in Chaucer’s “A Pilgrim’s Progress”.

The Old Forge has been completely refurbished and taken back to its original style of York Stone floors and bar, beams and a warm welcoming atmosphere. The original iron hooks are still in the restaurant where the horses were tied ready to be shod.

Colin and Sarah, his wife, are both experienced in the field of first class accommodation and cuisine. Colin, the chef proprietor, trained in France and has worked in Inn on the Park and Grosvenor House Hotel in London.
Fresh seafood is the speciality and Colin has invented many of his own dishes which are immensely popular with local regulars who dine at the restaurant. Simple touches such as using the exquisite shrimps from The Wash topped on succulent pieces of fish make such a difference to food. Local crayfish tails cooked with different spices, many of which are grown in the garden and lobster cooked in its own juices are a must. Lobster, crabs and oysters are purchased daily from the infamous fishermen on the coast at Blakeney and Wells next the Sea and prepared with many of Colin’s secret recipes.

Local sirloin steak is also on the menu but the emphasis is on seafood. If you don’t feel fishy we would be delighted to discuss another menu in advance of your booking. We do not like to exclude anyone including children.
There is a special pre-theatre menu on offer for the Thursford Christmas Spectacular and special B&B Rates.

E mail us at enquiries@seafood.northnorfolk.co.uk