Vineyards & Breweries to Visit in North Norfolk
We have just had English Wine Week and it has inspired us to write a blog post about the best Vineyards & Breweries to Visit in North Norfolk. Some of them are a stone’s throw from Blackbird Cottage, so send us a message to get booked in.
Norfolk Vineyards
Burn Valley Vineyard – Burnham Market
A charming, family-run vineyard set on rolling countryside just minutes from the coast and just up the road from Blackbird Cottage. Known for its award‑winning Solaris 2023, their tasting tours offer a delightful insight into English sparkling and still wines in a beautiful setting.
Cobble Hill Norfolk Winery – Near Burnham Market
This boutique, 3.6‑hectare estate is perfect for a relaxed afternoon of wine tasting, strolls among the vines, and sampling their crisp English sparklers.
👉 Cobble Hill Norfolk Winery
Humbleyard Wines – Mulbarton (near Norwich)
About a 40‑minute drive inland, this eight‑acre vineyard produces sparkling whites and rosé. Ideal for an afternoon detour before returning to the coast.
👉 Humble Yard – English Wines
Norfolk Breweries & Taprooms
Woodforde’s Brewery – Woodbastwick
Established in 1981, Woodforde’s is Norfolk’s largest brewery, famed for its Wherry Bitter (CAMRA Supreme Champion) and the award-winning IPA Volt. Tours and a visitor centre make it an ideal trip for beer lovers.
👉 Woodforde's Brewery | Award-winning Norfolk beer
Lacons Brewery – Great Yarmouth
Originally founded in 1760, re‑opened in 2013 with historic recipes like Encore and Legacy. Their revival highlights Norfolk’s rich brewing heritage.
👉 Lacons Brewery
Barsham Brewery – Barsham (near Brancaster)
A smaller, award‑winning brewery producing craft ales and ciders. Their taproom is a charming stop after a coastal walk. en.wikipedia.org
👉 Barsham Brewery Taproom