Sculthorpe Mill

4.5

168 Reviews

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

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2 people

Feb 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views

‘Great British food in a striking riverside mill’

A true hidden gem, Sculthorpe Mill is a breath taking pub buried in the heart of the glorious Norfolk countryside built atop the River Wensum. Originally a watermill dating back to 1757, it has been lovingly restored by sisters Siobhan and Caitriona Peyton and they have created a haven for foodies and pub lovers alike, as well as one of the best pub gardens in Norfolk. This is a stunning contemporary dining pub, complete with chic bedrooms and a menu of expertly crafted modern British dishes.

Sculthorpe Mill’s seasonal menu changes regularly to make the most of Norfolk’s bountiful produce and all our core ingredients are locally sourced, foraged from land and sea before being passionately turned into award-winning dishes.

Come spring and summer, our garden is the ideal pace to enjoy an evening meal alfresco, or even just a crisp glass of rosé as you listen to the rush of the river or the buzzing of bees in the flower garden.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Modern European
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
01328 633001
Website
https://sculthorpemill.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
Lynn Rd, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 9QG
Neighborhood
Fakenham
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

What 168 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Norfolk/Suffolk
Great for scenic views
North Norfolk
Best Overall
North Norfolk
Best Food
North Norfolk
Best Service
North Norfolk
Best Ambiance
North Norfolk
Best Value
North Norfolk
Healthy
North Norfolk
Great for fine wines
North Norfolk
Great for outdoor dining
North Norfolk
Good for special occasions
North Norfolk
Vegetarian-friendly
North Norfolk
Lively
North Norfolk
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sculthorpe Mill is a "gem" of a dining destination nestled in beautiful surroundings by the River Wensum. Guests rave about its "delicious food" and "friendly service." The atmosphere, enhanced by a picturesque garden, offers a cozy, welcoming vibe. Despite occasional service hiccups, it remains a "highly recommended" spot for a memorable meal.

168 Reviews

S
Stewart
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went with two friends visiting the area. We all had duck main which was delicious (good portion size, beautifully cooked; red cabbage and potato accompaniment perfect) as were the carrot and spinach sides. Couldn’t resist dessert - crumble lovely but one friend had the clotted cream rice pudding and rated it 11/10. Service excellent- attentive but not obtrusive. Very reliable venue and a perfect evening meal.
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Sarah
Surrey
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious supper and a great drinks/wine list too. Attentive service and lovely atmosphere.
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lyn
Norfolk/Suffolk
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Don’t get seated near window bad draught. Service was very slow but friendly and efficient. Food was good but not outstanding.
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Hannah
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was excellent, really really good. The service was incredibly slow, took about 45 minutes to get starters even after querying with the serving staff. Then a long time for mains and for puddings. Really unfortunate as the food is incredible.
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Mark
Norfolk/Suffolk
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our meal was delicious. The starter I had was outstanding. Fresh ingredients with unusual flavours paired together. The service was excellent but the tables slightly too close together. I definitely would recommend for a treat meal.
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Paul
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, awesome food, good value. The only thing I’d suggest is more potatoes with the confit duck!
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Jan
London
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great lunch at Sculthorpe Mill.. service was excellent & food delicious!
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Matt
London
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a lovely Valentine’s Day meal. The food was exceptional and the atmosphere vibrant, as always.
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Stuart
Norfolk/Suffolk
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good served in a timely manner especially as it was valentines day and very busy. Staff were very pleasant any helpful, would eat there again.
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Nick
Norfolk/Suffolk
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, great service, fantastic venue.
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Sculthorpe Mill is rated 4.5 stars by 168 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Feb 28, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Lynn Rd, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 9QG

Additional information

Neighborhood
Fakenham
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Modern European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wine

Website
https://sculthorpemill.uk/
Phone number
01328 633001

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