Welcome to Burnham Thorpe, famous for being the birthplace, and subsequent home from 1788 to 1793, of Horatio, Viscount Nelson of the Nile, it is one of the most beautiful villages to be discovered in the area. Famous also for The Lord Nelson pub, where our Hero drank, and wrote letters. The pub is friendly, with an original atmosphere and lots of memorabilia.
The Nelson Bar
His bar retains the ambience of a parlour with a cosy atmosphere and high-backed settles to sit on, as Nelson did under the Armada Beam. There is no bar as such, only a serving hatch, and real ales are served direct from cask in a tap room. An intimate Snug is situated just off the bar.
The Wardroom
Dine in this simple, bright and warm room, with pictures and prints of Nelson and his history and a roaring open fire in winter. This dining room can also be booked for private parties up to 20 people.
The Victory Room
In 1793, Nelson held a farewell dinner in the pub for the villagers of Burnham Thorpe. Today the Victory Room is a self-contained dining room with independent toilets and disabled facilities.
Seating up to 45 people, it is the ideal location for parties, wedding receptions and corporate, society or club functions. For larger groups, a marquee can be erected in the garden.
The Garden
The sunny, south-facing garden has a large wooden play area for younger children and a pétanque ground for older children! Our fabulous barbecue serves lunchtime and evening meals throughout the summer. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
Food & Drink
Chef-Patron Peter De Groeve uses fresh local produce, stunning Norfolk seafood and bags of creative flair in his italian orientated seasonal menus. From bar snacks to barbecues and fine dining, food is always fun and flavoursome at the Lord Nelson. Co-Patron Simon Alper’s extensive knowledge of wine has ensured a food-focussed list with a large number of wines by the glass.
The infamous Nelson’s Blood™ or devilish Lady Hamilton’s Nip™, are spiced rums blended on the premises to secret recipes handed down from landlord to landlord for generations. |
