Sculthorpe Mill

4.4

127 Reviews

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

‘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 127 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 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 Ambiance
North Norfolk
Healthy
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

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Sculthorpe Mill offers a charming dining experience with "great food, friendly service, and a stunning location." Guests appreciate the "beautiful gardens" and "interesting menu," though some note occasional service delays. The ambiance is delightful, making it a great spot for special occasions. A must-visit for its "exceptional food" and picturesque setting.

127 Reviews

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Paul
Norfolk/Suffolk
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a gem of a place. Seated by a wood burner which gave that extra warmth and ambience. Food was delicious and expertly plated ( venison pate and confit of duck). The staff were friendly and attentive . Highly recommended for a quiet, intimate meal.
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Lesley
Surrey
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always lovely - food fresh and interesting and genuine service with a smile!!
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hazel
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another lovely meal, gorgeous flavours & relaxed but efficient service thank you
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Karin
London
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff at Sculthorpe Mill could not have done more to accommodate us - lovely atmosphere , really enjoyed our stay
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Hazel
Yorkshire
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely warm welcome. We were given a choice of where to sit. All staff were friendly and efficient, we were served promptly and the food was delicious, one of our 'medium' steaks was nearer 'medium/well' we mentioned this to our server, she offered to take it back to the kitchen but we said that wasn't necessary, when she returned to the table a little later, she said she had reduced the meal by 25% to compensate for the disappointment, a lovely gesture. My husband's 'medium rare' was perfect. We had two liquer coffees and two desserts to round off a fabulous restaurant experience.
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Peter
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food, lovely building, helpful staff, pet friendly
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Susan
Bedfordshire
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and friendly service. Always enjoy our visits
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hazel
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
delicious flavours as always new member of staff looked a bit lost but everyone pleasent
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daniel
Hertfordshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
First thing to say is food and the actual place are stunning. So I’d give it a 4/5, as it’s a nice place and the food was good, I just didn’t think the whole thing was 5 stars vs 5 star prices. It was just very expensive, which I don’t mind if I feel like I feel like it’s an outstanding experience. We ask 2 questions about the menu, waitress didn’t know what one of the items was. Which if it was a standard pub I wouldn’t have minded. But when mains are £40 a pop, I’d expect the menu to be known by staff. They’d then run out of an item on the kids menu. 2 of us and a child. We shared a bread, had 2 adult mains only and kids main and some ice cream. 1 drink each, came to £137. Food was good, but not £40 a person good. We’d 100% go again for a drink and bar snacks maybe, as the pubs stunning and really nice inside. But just didn’t feel the price matched the service and food overall.
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Paul
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service and overall ambience. All the ingredients needed for a great lunch.
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Sculthorpe Mill is rated 4.4 stars by 127 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 7 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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