Pubs in Fakenham
The Running Horse, Clipbush Lane
http://www.marstonstaverns.co.uk/fakenham/runninghorse
The newest pub in Fakenham, the Running Horse, open in June 2011, specialises in inexpensive family food and cask ales.
Event planned:
No events planned at this venue.
The Henry IV, Greenway Lane
Part of Greene King’s ‘Hungry Horse’ pub/restaurant chain, with good value family food menu.
Events planned:
Mon 22nd
5pm – Kids’ Pool Competition
8pm – Adults’ Pool Competition
Tue 23rd
8pm – Quiz Night
Wed 24th
12-3pm – Kids’ Fun Day – Meet Super Horse!
Thurs 25th
2pm – Traditional Bingo
8pm – Rock ‘n’ Roll Bingo
Fri 26th
2pm – Kids’ Disco & Karaoke
9pm – Karaoke Party Night
The Star, Oak Street
Fakenham’s oldest pub, a historic building, recently refurbished and under new management in 2011. Fantastic beer garden.
Events planned:
Wed 24th Fun Bingo at The Star
Sun 28th & Mon 29th (Bank Holiday) All-day Fun Days 12pm onwards. BBQ in the beer garden with Bungee Run, Sumo Wrestling, Boxing Arena and Bouncy Castle.
The Oak Inn, Oak Street
http://www.theoakinnfakenham.co.uk/
Restaurant pub situated in a former wine merchant building. Nice place for a quiet chat with a drink or a nicely-cooked meal.
Events planned:
Friday 26th - Charity Quiz Night with an amazing £80 prize to the winning team. In aid of Fakenham Day Care Centre.
The Oak is also running a scrummy-sounding ‘Steak & Shellfish Celebration’ all week, with Lakes Butchers Steaks, Cromer Crab, Lobster, Crayfish & Langoustines.
Gallery Bistro, Market Place
http://www.thegallerybistro.co.uk/
Lively music venue located in a former coaching inn. Great for a coffee during the day or a drink in the evening, sitting outside in the market square.
Event planned:
The Bull, Bridge Street
http://www.thefakenhambull.co.uk
Tastefully and comfortably refurbished pub with a good choice of real ales on handpump (often locally brewed) and with decent food.
Event planned:
Saturday 20th – Sat 27th - Mini Beer & Cider Festival with a range of 15 to choose from Norfolk and Suffolk during the week. Plus specially selected and locally sourced lunchtime treats to enjoy with your drinks (menu to be decided).
The Wensum Lodge, Bridge Street
http://www.wensumlodge.co.uk/
A large hotel with restaurant and bar, located in an old mill building. Beautifully situated next to the bridge over the river Wensum.
Event planned:
The Bell, Front Green, Hempton
http://hemptonbell.co.uk/
On the outskirts of Fakenham near Hempton village green. Popular pub featuring occasional live jazz and always a couple of real ales.
Event planned:
Thursday 25th.
The Phoenix Jazz Band (5-piece)
7.45 to 10.30. Free entry.
The Rampant Horse, Queens Road
http://www.rampanthorse.org.uk/
An ever-popular weekend venue for live bands, this genuine local pub is a favourite place for a wind-down after a day’s work.
Event planned:
Saturday 20th.
Fakenham’s Got Talent (adults) 6.30-7pm onwards
Sunday 21st.
Fakenham’s Got Talent (kids) 2pm onwards
NB. Events cancelled
The Garden House, Bridge Street
Lively pub with a young clientele, featuring club-style music with popular local DJs until the early hours.
Event planned: