Drayton Old Lodge in Broadland

Es tan triste que es perder un Drayton par talentoso ahora su arrendamiento ha llegado a su fin. Junto con amigos disfrutamos de nuestro último almuerzo en este bonito lugar y, como es habitual, la comida, el servicio y el ambiente era inmejorable. Nos hubiera gustado Allyson y Steve lo mejor para el futuro y la esperanza de que después de una desesperadamente descanso bien merecido que se volverán en algún lugar en East Anglia. Gracias a ambos, se puede perder por muchos estamos seguros.

Visitamos hoy aquí para el té de la tarde y estaba muy satisfecho con el servicio y la comida! Tuve mucho contacto con Allyson antes de la mano, ya que yo quería cambiar el relleno de atún sandwich de jamón y mayonesa y bollos sencillas, en vez de tener la rutina de fruta, y ella era muy buena en tratar con todas las peticiones sobre opciones de comida y reserva/Métodos de pago!

Usamos un cupón groupon para el asador. Lo que una oferta de £12. 50 para dos personas con una copa de vino. Verduras realmente fresco y la carne para morirse.

I'm a lady of 53 and went for lunch with my daughter & 1 year old granddaughter but was appalled with the greeting we got after being told the carvery was booked for the next 2 weeks I commenced to my daughter it didn't look busy , as I went to leave a man sitting in the corner in a chefs outfit made a sarcastic jibe OH NO WE'RE LYING , then sniggered like a child ; I went over to him & said pardon! He got in my face & started ranting; I asked to speak to the manager & he replied no point I'm the owner Steve ! I was horrified to think the owner of this establishment would speak to a customer like this ; I felt intimidated by his aggressive behaviour & would NEVER go back or recommend to anybody;

Visitamos el antiguo refugio de Drayton para un almuerzo de asados. Las primeras impresiones de la ubicación era extraordinaria y luego una vez dentro, es mejorado. . . El personal era muy profesional y amable y nos dio una excelente bienvenida.

Desde la llamada telefónica para reservar para nuestro grupo de ocho, la última bocanada de comida, esta fue una experiencia maravillosa.

No me puedo quejar al asador - excelente carne, bien cocinada. Muy bien cocinado. hortalizas Optamos por un entrante y que no me decepcionó. Vino - un poco mezquino, pero adecuado. El servicio estaba bien, pero eran claramente un poco sobrecargado. El comedor le faltaba ambiente, y sin embargo nos sentimos un poco "de la casa". Relación calidad-precio excelente y volvería otra vez si me sentí hambre porque había muy generosas porciones.

Had an excellent carvery at lunchtime, food very fresh & well cooked. Staff were very friendly & could not do enough for us. I strongly recommend this place to eat & will definiately be going back. Excellent price for what we got.

Recibi un bono a través de mi puerta para una oferta de carnes asadas. Nunca habíamos estado antes pensé que le daría una oportunidad. No puedo quejarme de la experiencia. Desde el momento en que entramos en el restaurante de la segunda nos fuimos el servicio era genial, amable y atento. Habilidades de venta muy bien hasta nuestro servidor. Volveremos pronto para otra y asados también reservar para el té de la tarde en el futuro. Un cliente muy contento.

Fuimos a comer el domingo como parte de la celebración de nuestro nietos 18 fines de semana de cumpleaños y no nos decepcionó. Soy un usuario ofrecido ruedas y se hizo todo lo posible para hacerme la bienvenida por el personal encantador.

Before I start I will say I emailed this venue to complain and get insipid reply so here's my review. Being gluten free was impressed when phoned to book that was asked about allergies, however we were assured that gluten free option for the car very was available and told they did gf gravy and Yorkshire puddings!! On arrival all good, everyone else was keen for the carvery, I asked about y.pus and gravy and was told NO y.puds didn't do gf and we were never told they did, we said could they check another waitress arrived and basically made out we were lying, because of this decided to not have carvery on principle was then told only other option on the menu was the chicken dish which would mean everyone waiting at least 20 minutes or something like an omelette off the other menu. As time was an issue went with carvery minus y.pud. I am coeliac but at the moment quite mildly, to my surprise on getting the carvery found the y.puds surrounding the meat and the same fork used in the meat to dispense the puddings, not a major issue for me but could be for someone else, on leaving did mention this to staff and in the subsequent email, was told they had spoken to another customer who asked for gluten free and as she said she didn't have a problem with it, then they didn't see it was a problem !!!! Desserts there is an offer for 2 courses rest of my friends decided on various spong puddings with custard - my option SORBET !!! Everyone having nice winter comfort food pudding me iced flavoured water. Hence will not return, I appreciate if you are gf you could avoid carvery but if in a group as I was,and being assured you were catered for, finding the Yorkshire by the meat and then having to wait for 20 minutes for something of the menu while everyone else Is already eating. One plus point the gf gravy was nice and plentiful, to the point I shared it and was told it was far better than the normal gravy. This was in December as I haven't been back assume this is all still the case but who knows hopefully they may have taken notice and it may have changed.

Of the 4 Christmas lunches we have had during December, this was the poorest - and really only achieved the "average" rating because the starters and desserts were "OK".......the turkey and vegetables were pretty bland and, unfortunately, "poor"

We were a party of 35 people. The venue was a great surprise, set in lovely grounds with plenty of parking. The carvery was delicious - succulent turkey and roast beef. The roast potatoes were beautifully prepared as were the brussels sprouts and carrots. These vegetables appeared to be home grown as they tasted so fresh and good. The Christmas pudding and custard was just what I loved after such a great meal. I can certainly recommend this venue to a any one looking for somewhere great to eat. The staff were extremely polite, smiling and helpful. Don't forget to book!

Visited via Groupon, What a lovely surprise. Venue is beautiful, staff were all lovely and Alison was so bubbly she made our visit. The food (Carvery) was perfectly produced and served by a smiling chef (a very rare bread). Fantastic value even without a voucher. Dad spied a sausage roll as we were leaving and has vowed to get his hands on one. So we'll be back again soon!

Visited on a Groupon offer having never been to this restaurant before. The restaurant is housed in the old nurses home and certainly has a nice character and ambience in nice gardens. We were a couple and warmly greeted after referencing our booking. The staff were very attentive and professional in the restaurant and effectively suggested to a group with a noisy baby that they may like to make use of the family room! Would highly recommend.

On the spur of the moment we decided to go out for lunch and came here. It's a great setting and a bit more special.The main courses we had were lamb shank with a variety of vegetables, chicken pie and 2 meals from the Carvery. To cut it short we were all very pleased.The only question was about whether the pie, which contained lots of meat, could have had more gravy but that was sorted as gravy was brought to the table when my wife mentioned this. The carvery was excellent as was the lamb. You could have a one course carvery mid week for £7.95 which is great value. We also tried the jam pudding and custard and also lemon cheesecake which were good too. All in all a good meal with friendly and helpful service

Very nice venue, perfect service and great food at a very good price. Best value meal I have had in years. Thank you Alison and team, I can see why you were recommended

My friend and if had a lovely afternoon tea. The service and food was very good and in very relaxing surroundings

Called here for lunch with friends. The staff were most helpful and welcoming. (One of our party is disabled). I decided on the pan fried liver and bacon with what I believe was a sort of red wine sauce. No it was a brown item with bits of onion in it. and mash. Well my liver was well overcooked and also was the bacon. Instead of being nice and tender and just cooked it was dry and cooked till it was almost burnt. The bacon was the same. As for the mash. I felt it was a measly amount and could have done with a lot more. In all my meal had a bitter taste and this is probably because it was overcooked.My wife had the fish and chips. The chips were very good crispy and nice and hot, However the fish was crispy on the outside and quite wet inside. Whilst fish needs to be moist, this was far to wet.All in all not a good lunch and really a shame.This is our second visit in three years and it seems to be not improving.

Not having time to cook a breakfast and with a day of jobs set by my wife ahead, we decided to have a look for local places to go for breakfast, Drayton Lodge was on Spree, 2-4-1, so we booked to go at 9:30am, we both ordered The Works, consisting of 2xBacon, 2xsausage, 2x egg, 1x hash brown (thought it was supposed to be 2), 2 rounds of toast, beans, grilled tomato, mushrooms.My wife opted for scrambled egg instead of fried egg, she found shell in hers, she liked the tomatoes, the mushrooms weren't well done enough for me, the bacon was good, the sausages I liked but she didn't, I was disappointed with the beans as they didn't seem good quality, the toast was ready buttered, I tried a little of the toast on its own, it tasted like margarine on the toast which I detest and wouldn't have expected from such a lovely venue.The waitress was very friendly and the filter coffee was nice, the best part of the experience is that the view out of the restaurant windows was so nice. I am not sure if I would come back, but at 8.95 for two with the voucher it represented good value, at full price I am afraid it would not.

I was taken here by one of my sisters to have Afternoon tea with my mum and two sistersWhat can I say but excellent all round. A very welcome treat if I do say so myself We sat by the french doors and had a gentle breeze which was very pleasant indeedThe staff were lovely and very kind, and I must just say nothing was too much troubleI would more than happy come again

Birthday present from my son was luxury afternoon tea at this wonderful old lodge.Set in a lovely room.The service was excellent as was the food.Very good selection and some of it was hot.First visit and certainly return in future for a special treat.

Deluxe Afternoon Tea for two ( courtesy of Groupon voucher) absolutely super - from the warm welcome, to the quality ( and amount!!) of food offered - we started with a choice of of Pimms and lemonade or sparkling rose wine, then a large pot of tea was brought through and then the afternoon tea itself, wow !! Warm sausage rolls, warm cheese straws, nice array of sandwiches ( not tiny either !!) clotted cream and jam fruit scones, fresh cream mini eclairs, chocolate brownies, strawberry mousse, cheesecake, dainty little 'fairy cakes', choice of teas ( or coffee) beautifully presented, lovely surroundings, staff were attentive , I don't think anyone could find fault with this, we had a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon, and would highly recommend it, 'Thank you ' !!

We called in at The Coffee Lounge at Drayton Old Lodge following attending my husband's stepfather's cremation at St Faiths Crematorium on 31st May. It was an awful morning weather wise (he certainly got the wind & rain in the reading) & there had only been my husband & I present with our Celebrant who conducted the service. We knew as we drove back across Norwich The Coffee Lounge would be open so we stopped for some refreshment & reflection on the morning's service. My husband had coffee & a bacon roll & I had a pot of fruit tea & a delicious cheese scone. Service was excellent, food delicious & our waitress even apologised for a table of quite loud noisy ladies who regularly go in & meet for morning coffee.

Went to Drayton old lodge for afternoon tea have to say not the best I have ever had, the beef had horseradish on them was t informed of the choice of wether you had it if not there was four of us and we had to decide who was having the crem or cheese cone again wasn't aware until it was served one of our party was vegetarian wasn't given a vegetarian sausage roll when we asked if there was an alternative was told no , someone else would have to eat it I thought that was poor service

What a lovely afternoon tea we all had together. Great selection of sandwiches, tartlets, cheese straws, cakes, scones and of course tea, coffee, herb tea. Lovely service too.

My friend and I booked for Friday lunch and were anticipating their week day carvery just as they had advertised in the Taverham Newsletter. It was also clearly written on the menus we were handed. We chose from their two ordinary wines by the glass which were not to my liking as only bottled beer was available, and ordered our carvery lunch, only to be told "we are not serving that until October." " In that case" I said " you shouldn't be advertising it and it should not be on the menu." I ordered a duck breast with new potatoes & lettuce leaves, only because that is what it comes with here. After eating only the duck I tried to order crumble and custard but the person taking the order was on her heels and almost out of the door while I was trying to inquire if the custard was reasonably thick. She did turn around to tell me no it wasn't it was of the thin variety, which I don't like. "Could I please just have ice-cream with it " I asked. "We don't have ice-cream, just custard" came the answer. I told the person in charge I thought seasonal vegetables would have been much better served with warm duck. I left after this first visit feeling hungry and although the waitress named Peppy was pleasant, we shall not return which is a shame as we live nearby and it would have been convenient for us to visit on a regular basis.

My friends had their wedding here and it was lovely, beautiful building, nice grounds, great marquee for the evening reception! Bar and waiter staff very friendly. Would recommend it, just a shame there is no accommodation!

Roast was OK. Dessert lacked flavour. Interior needs updating but the staff really friendly. People seem to love this place, the menu didn't match the photos on Tripadvisor.

This was our first visit and certainly not our last! We had not made a reservation and called on the off chance to have lunch somewhere different after picking our son up from the London train. A delightful lady welcomed us and directed us to the formal dining room (there is another room next to the bar). Relaxed with drinks while we perused the menus. The food and service was first class in a very pleasant surroundings. We enquired about the history of the building and given a printed description to read--very interesting. This is a great place to dine especially with such friendly and exceptional treatment. Looking forward to our return visit.

Amazing value with groupon deal. Carvery was excellent plenty of meat good fresh vegetables (hate to say but would have preferred It to be a little hotter). Included a large glass of wine, no skimping here! Alison great host makes everyone feel special, lovely service from the young lady serving that evening. Lovely surroundings, would be super for a wedding venue.

What a gem this is. Booked a carvery meal through groupon (having been for a birthday lunch at the end of last year). Can't fault a thing... Meat (beef and turkey) fab, the veg and yorkshires scrummy. The owner is a lovely lady, it's like going to visit a friend and yet it's an unobtrusive but attentive service. We will be back..

I bought my grandparents a voucher for Christmas, my grandparents called and booked a table. Unfortunately due to my grandfather being rather ill at the moment they had to cancel and we're disappointed. Allyson and her team went out of there way to package everything up separately so my grandfather could enjoy his afternoon tea in the comfort of his own home. It really did make his day and they went on about the quality and quantity. I couldn't of asked for more and really do appreciate the amazing kindness and customer service as you did not have to do this for them.

Had a Groupon deal to use here,was not disappointed, we were greeted by a really nice lady who took us too our table sat near a window with the sun billowing in,she immediately adjusted so the sun was not in our eyes. Without being to much 'in your face' she told us of what we were entitled too with the deal and not to be embarrassed as most of the dining customers were taking the Groupon deal which I thought was a nice touch! She explained how the Carvery worked and would be advised as to when we could go and get ours which was within 10 minutes of us sitting down.The chef was not chatty and was offered either roast beef or roast turkey with the usual vegetable eg. peas,carrots and red cabbage, which if anything was a bit on the sparse side choice wise but all was hot and cooked nicely all the same.We would return again and hope too soon,as this was our first visit which was welcoming and friendly.

Went for midweek carvery meal very good, staff very helpful and polite would recommend, restaurant and other facilities were spotless.

Contrary to what some other reviewers mention, we found the telephone booking experience to be very positive, with Allyson giving a great deal of information regarding menu and the location.The choice of food was excellent, and again, Allyson was very informative regarding the various dishes. I chose the Carvery Menu (excellent value for two courses) and found the beef to be plentiful, and probably the best I have ever eaten, the vegetables were cooked perfectly for my taste . My wife had the vegetarian gnocchi dish which was beautifully cooked and well presented. The food is so very obviously prepared with love and we wish Allyson and her husband every success with this new venture.Some of the decorative features are slightly at odds with the spirit of the building which has many listed features and a lovely staircase, but overall not unpleasing. The toilets were well decorated and extremely clean.A bonus to the visit was a look at the beautiful peachey coloured ruin in the grounds, a perfect back drop for wedding photographs.

Friday evening out on a 'Groupon Deal' ... Thought we'd try out the venue as a possibility for a wedding venue for next year with bride and groom to be ... Well ... Based on this visit a little bit more work would be required for this to be in with a chance! Front of house Allyson is amazingly bubbly, welcoming, professional ... Sat down to a nice sized table, wine from deal served, options for starters offered but we chose to just go in for the carvery ... Meat was served on a nice hot plate ... We dared to ask for 2 Yorkshires as future son in law likes his food but this was majorly frowned upon by chef and declined ( only 1 out of 4 of us wanted 2 which turned out to not be very nice anyway) !!! ... Roasties I liked as that is how I like mine done but they were boiled and roasted I would say for 15 mins maximum so not crispy .... Vegetable choice was limited ... Peas, carrots, red cabbage and parsnip mash ( sorry I am the queen of roast, where was cauliflower cheese, seasonal veg????) ... Then the gravy .... This was a watery brown liquid ... Hubby accidentally stumbled across the wrong gravy (apparently gluten free for a customer who'd reserved) ... Hubby just thought it looked nicer and thicker and thought there was possibly 2 gravy's ... 1 Turkey, 1 Beef ... Woah not so the chef 'Told him off' .. And advised not for him .... Why would you leave out on a Carvery (keep it in kitchen and bring out in jug to the respective customer) ... Basically it felt like an old peoples home, with a chef with an attitude, serving bland non imaginative food ( I'll happily give lessons in puffy Yorkies, crispy roasties, selection of veg and thick creamy tasty gravy) .... No wonder everyone there because of a £6 per head deal because you wouldn't pay any more to have telling off on a Friday night out!

Like your reviewer David W, we weren't impressed with the telephone booking process. My husband was told brusquely, on asking general questions about the menu, that an urgent call from a 'bride' was expected any minute.However, we did visit for Sunday lunch. The ambience is okay, but the decor quite old-fashioned. The service was friendly (unprofessionally so, sometimes, with rather personal comments to a couple who'd never been before!), but erratic (ie hassling us for drinks orders when we'd only just sat down then really long gaps between attention).We ordered from the three-course set menu. My starter was supposed to be based around goat's cheese - I think there were about five minute blobs, and we weren't offered any bread. I think the dishes were supposed to look like fine dining, but it didn't come off.Then, by contrast, we ordered roast main courses. I'm sure that people who like carvers food would have enjoyed these, but for us, it was awful. In contrast to the mean starters, there was masses of food, including enough overcooked vegetables to feed at least four (and we generally like veg). Quantity over quality....The dessert I wanted was 'off', I was informed (although printed on the menu), as it hadn't been very popular. The alternative I chose was quite bitter, and not set properly.Sorry, but we won't be returning. The restaurant should make up its mind as to what it is trying to be, as, for us, it just wasn't fine dining at all, and nothing we had quite worked. The staff could benefit from some professional training too.

Pretty good all round, however, the telephone answering took over. When you are asked 'can I help' and you begin to speak, then you are told, 'hang on I have to get this' it's a bit much, so I told her so. I'm here, they'll call back...The food is good, the staff need to practice some social skills...

My husband and I came here for sunday lunch lovely christmas menu we especially liked the christmas triffle which was really lovely. The ladies who served us were lovely too and nothing is never too much trouble will be back soon

Chose this venue as a meeting place for friends after reading the good reviews on TA & we too enjoyed a fabulous Sunday dinner here, the food was excellent, as were the staff & surroundings. The loos were spotless - always a good indication of standards! Had to make amendments to my booking on more than one occasion & nothing was too much trouble - will definitely be making another visit when in the area

I often come here for lunch which is always excellent, lovely place to meet friends I a lovely peaceful setting.Visited the carvery with friends last night.The carvery was one of the best I have had. Lovely beef and turkey and excellent choice of fresh vegetables.Lovely staff. Looking forward to visiting again soon

Purchased the groupon offer which is a carvery meal & a grass of wine £6.25 each.food was excellent with a good choice.Cannot understand why nothing is every good enough for some people.Yes the Red Lion is good value if you like Aunt Bessy and frozen veg.Everybody to their own!

I agree with the previous reviewabout the selection of vegetables, Meal was OK for a Groupon price, but service comes with a sales pitch, and if you want a good freshly cooked carvery, the Red Lion in the village offers far better value.

It was a booking via Groupon so I didn't expect haute cuisine. Firstly we were shown to a table just in from the entrance to the restaurant which I wasn't over happy with but decided not to complain about it. . The meal was a carvery but there was no sign of anyone to serve it. I asked the waitress was the procedure was and she said she'd fetch the chef and he arrived a few minutes later. There were two choices of meat,either beef or turkey and a limited choice of veg. The beef was tough. All the food was lukewarm but at least the plates were hot. All in all quite poor and we won't go back.

I met a friend for lunch in this lovely old building. We had a good choice of hot meals or snacks and drinks. It was reasonably priced and the food was of a good standard. Whilst we were there several people came in for afternoon tea and it looked delicious so we will be returning

First time visiting, and had an amazing lunch time carvery. Couldn't fault it and it was definitely the best we had ever eaten. Beef was cooked to perfection which was very impressive considering most places butcher it. Alison was incredibly friendly, helpful and made the meal even more pleasant.

I contacted Drayton old lodge numerous amount of times via telephone and email as I wanted to ask if they would donate a prize for a charity event. I was informed someone would get back to me when I spoke to the venue but I didn't hear anything. I understand that some places aren't able to support charity events but to not get back to someone who has made the effort on several occasions is just rude! I feel that Drayton Old Lodge is a let down and wouldn't recommend the venue.

We enjoyed a fabulous Sunday Lunch to celebrate my mother in laws 90th birthday. As we were a party of 17 we were given a private room. The events manager was very attentive to ensure the youngest member of our party (aged 20 months), the birthday girl and all the guests enjoyed their meal bringing us extra gravy and chocolates at the end. Although portions were not enormous we were too full to eat birthday cake. All courses were beautifully presented and as there is a 2 or 3 course meal deal, were good value for money. In fact we decided that we should try to make it a regular event. Well done

Took my husband for a birthday lunch with family. Couldn't fault the food & service. Chef even made a birthday cake for him ( requested by family).

We recently celebrated our wedding at Drayton Old Lodge. Our day was absolutely perfect! The venue and its surroundings are beautiful, the food is delicious (our only regret is being too full still from the wedding breakfast to actually try any of the evening buffet) and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Our particular thanks have to go to Allyson, the amazing wedding coordinator, who ensured that everything went faultlessly on the day and took the stress out of the whole organising process. I cannot recommend this place high enough.

Am now really fed up reading the same old boring reveiw of this sad old women who keeps reviewing from her visit in February.WOMEN GET A LIFE MORON

I have been here several times for coffee with friends, so decided to do lunch this time, service is very friendly and helpful, food looked and tasted fabulous and to add to that its really good value, I have paid a lot more for meals that are not up to this quality.

Absolutly terrible food and experience avoid this place unless you want to be very disappointed! You can see from the photo the terrible quality of the food.

Booked a table for 7 for the family on Fathers Day.Really nice meal had by all.ONLY £12.95 for two courses.Bargin!!!!!!!!

Came to visit family last weekend.We booked a table for 7. Service from the waitresses was very good and the food was great.4 of us had the beef which was very good.How the person who reviewed( Terrible sunday) must have gone to a different restaurant.Can only say give it a try for 2 courses for £12.95 great value.

Had Sunday Lunch again last week .Possibly the best lunch I have had for the price.WITH REGARDS TO THIS PERSON WITH HER MADE UP PICTURES .How can they place the same review again?????I would say Get A Life-- Move On

Absolutly terrible food and experience avoid this place unless you want to be very disappointed! You can see from the photo the terrible quality of the food.

The grounds and ruins are amazing. This was going to be my venue for an event, unfortunately we had to cancel, but the lodge is exquisite and the entire property breathtaking. A photo of the lodge hangs in my home in the US. Everything about the lodge is perfect.

Terrible food the photo say it all! Food should have NEVER left the kitchen! A very disappointing meal!

I chose to visit Drayton Old Lodge to take my friend there for lunch as it was near where she worked and she only had an hour lunch break. It turned out to be such a good decision I'll definitely visit again.The lunch menu in The Lounge had plenty of variety and a number of cooked specials. I opted for the Sea Bass and the waitress staff and chef were very helpful and accommodating due to my dietary requirements not being able to eat oil.The dish was lovely, the atmosphere not too formal and service excellent.

Visited for a family Sunday lunch.Set price menu with good choice. Service was friendly and fairly prompt considering the restaurant was very busy. Food was good, but the main course could have been served with something more than potatoes and a few crunchy green beans..... A carrot or another vegetable would have been good.There was also a mix up with the bill and wee wet charged for 10 meals instead of five.... But they were happy to put this right and it wouldn't stop me going back.

Came here with my husband for valentines meal lovely lady greeting everyone as you came in and taking you to your table food very nice all staff were friendly and how well organised everything was and so much thought had gone in to decorating the tables and the room well done to you all not forgeting the chef and kitchen staff who made sure that certain herbs I can not have were not in what I ordered thank you for a lovely evening

Give me period properties any time to add to the ambience of an occasion! For our 37th wedding anniversary we spent the night at Dunston Hall and just before we left I noticed groupon had an Deluxe Afternoon Tea at Old Drayton Lodge and I thought what a lovely way to top off our anniversary celebrations. We have often driven past the place and I thought that we must visit it sometime - so this was a fine opportunity. The staff were all really friendly and helpful - one taking the time to answer my questions about the history of the place which has a 15th century ruin of the original lodge in the grounds! The room we had tea in has a grand staircase in it with a lovely view of the gardens. Hanging on the wall is a photo of the nurses taking a well earned break back in the 60's before they went back on duty in the hospital just up the road - very "Call the Midwife!" The actual tea consisted of a glass of bubbly, endless cups of tea with the pot being replenished often, savoury sandwiches, small quiches, cheese straws, macaroons, individual Victoria sponges, individual strawberry cheesecakes and the all important fruit scones with clotted cream and jam! Delicious and very filling. I can't wait for them to get permission for it to be turned into a hotel - that I would have to try out - but until then it is a delightful setting for any special occasion as they serve Sunday lunches and specialise in weddings too!

Great atmosphere, service, food and value for money - so good in fact that we subsequently enquired about taking along a party of 20 people (they can accommodate about 70) but they really weren't interested. Such a shame........all those people that then don't generate return business etc etc

Great food.Went with 2 small childrenLunch time and busy..only two staff serving tables.running the bar.making coffee.getting drinks.showing people to tables.clearing dishes etc Amazingly they coped and remained helpful and friendly.Well done ladies !!!They rang the manager for assistance.HE turned up in shirt and braces, went behind the bar, spoke on the phone for a few minutes and disappeared back into oblivion.Sack the guy from fawlty towers and it would be five stars all round.

Called in for Sunday Lunch as a group of 6, it was very busy. I can understand why now. The food was very good and a two course lunch for only £11.95!!!!!There are two restaurant areas, the first is a Victorian style room and the second a more modern look. I would think it seats about 70-80 total.Well worth a look and we will be back.

Booked our Christmas lunch for Friday 19th December, happy to get a table at last minute.As alway, was welcomed by really nice waitress and as this was a xmas lunch we had pre ordered our meal which was excellent and good value for money.Just had to say with regards to the post below. We were at the next table and have to say that some people always have to moan about something. These people were very rude and made the waitress cry and sent her running from the restaurant.The senior waitress had to take over and should have been given a medal. WELL DONE.

Four of us went for lunch on Friday 19th December 2014. Oh dear, the Christmas spirit was well and truly missing. Because we had not pre-ordered the Christmas menu, we were not privileged to have crackers on our table. One of only two starters were off, as was one of only three desserts.The mains arrived with no vegetables at all, and when we asked for some, the very officious head waitress suggested we did not read the menu properly ! We had the temerity to ask for two Christmas puddings for dessert, only to be told we could not have them as we had not pre-ordered!!Instead we were brought two bowls of warm, pink porridge, that were called eton mess. An inedible mess it certainly was !Whilst our , somewhat embarrassed, waitress, was a sweet girl, the head waitress to whom we addressed our complaints was openly hostile, even to the point of rudely suggesting to one of our friends that ordering meat well done was considered close to plebeian.All in all, not to be recommended.

We had a group Christmas party here, the food was lovely, the staff were really great. They catered for a good number of people, enough to make a party but never busy at the bar. The Christmas parties are held in the marquee, don't be put off by this is was still lovely and warm! Would defiantly recommend this for staff parties.

We wanted somehwere nice for a Sunday lunch but not a carvery or expensive posh pub food, This fitted the bill perfectly. Lovely atmosphere and surroundings, excellent value and really good food well presented. Wine list good and inexpensive. Good coffee with a little piece of flapjack too, although after the 3 course lunch we really didn't need it. So 3 courses, a bottle of wine, 2 large coffees and a tip £60 for two. For the quality can't complain. Beef well cooked, gorgeous roast potatoes and crispy giant yorkshire which was still soft in the middle. Couldn't eat all the carrots and parsnips served with it. Veggy option and fish options too. Veggy option was a mushroom mielle feuille which was a little dry and could have done with a sauce or more of the reduction served with it but we are being picky! Also the good old arcroc water jugs, such a shame when the cutlery was good quality and nice water and wine glasses. But this would not put us off going back. Great place for a family sunday lunch, all tables full which says something! 2 courses £11.95, 3 for £16.95. Service very warm and frendly.

Catching up with friends at Drayton Lodge for Sunday Lunch.As we arrived we were taken straight to our table which was laid out lovely, and the days choices were on a menu as soon as you sat down.The cost was £11.95 for 2 courses or £16.95 for 3 courses which is the average you would expect to pay for a nice lunch in a hotel.We were hungary so went straight in for the main course which was x2 pork lion for me and my good lady and beef for our friends. The pork was a lovely piece of meat and it had the crackling on the end which was just right, and they were so many vegtables which I do enjoy so the more the better. I must just say the the Yorshire pudding on our friends meals were massive, that on its own was a meal.Dessert was x2 Crumble and custard or pouring cream and x2 cheescake and both were very nice. We had a few drinks each and the bill was £106 so the drinks must have been fairly expensive.The service was excellent although, we felt as if we were being rushed along when the lady came over with the payment machine and we hadn't even looked at the bill at that point as we were still chatting.Overall it was very good and I would certainly go back again.

Had to try the Sunday lunch again.This time the food was just as good as our last visit but this time it was very busy due to the 2 courses for £11.95 deal on at the moment.Again will return.

It was our wedding anniversary and with the children at school we decided to go for afternoon tea at Drayton Old Lodge. We were warmly welcomed and they had noted my wife did not eat fish when I booked a table. We had open sandwiches on toasted sour dough bread. I think I prefer normal bread but it was still very nice. No fish as requested. sausage rolls, cream scones, macaroons and other delights. It was really great food and service. My one change would be the music which would have been fine in a bar but not really suitable for a restaurant. But we had a great time.

Visited for a lunchtime meal midweek. Very good menu choices and food was well presented and beautifully cooked.Very good !

Guest at a recent wedding, evening only. Staff friendly, well priced and food all fine. The room did seem to large for the size of the wedding, though that's not the premises fault. Overall fine

Had Sunday Lunch with friends last week and have to say, really nice.First time we have eaten here,but will be back.

Driving passed and saw the sign for Sunday lunch. What good luck that was!Lovely building and grounds, but the food was fab.If you get the chance, just try it , you won't be disappionted.

For such a large fathering 250, the food was surprisingly good ,pate to start , beef for mains with plenty of soundly cooked vegetables. All good well prepared and cooked food except it took seven attempts to get my pre ordered gluten free meal . The wine was shocking though ,maybe the table did not choose wisely ! Pinot grigio best described as bitter while red was just tasted of strong rough tannin.

We were a large family group for Sunday Mother's day lunch. Delicious meal and good service. The children were well accommodated and enjoyed their meals. Set in attractive grounds so able to wander about after your meal. The music provided throughout the meal from a small group was a plus. A place to return to in future.

My husband and I came here for afternoon tea to celebrate our silver wedding anniversary food was wonderful and the gentleman who served us was really nice we were not rushed and had a lovely relaxing afternoon thank you for a lovely afternoon

It was my mums birthday coming up and I came across a groupon voucher for two for one deluxe afternoon tea and so my sister and I took my mum as a surprise birthday treat.the staff were so friendly when we arrived, the lady showed us to our seats and brought us a glass each of sparkling rose, she then took our tea/coffee order and shortly brought this over along with our two tiers of yumminess! This consisted of mini sandwiches, cheese scones, warm homemade sausage rolls, salmon pin wheel, cheese straws.... The sweet section had fruit scones with a generous amount of jam and cream, chocolate cake, mini lemon meringue pies and macaroons. The tea, coffee, food, service and atomosphere was all absolutely perfect for a girly afternoon. We left with full tummys and feeling well and truly spoilt! The glass of sparkling rose put the cherry on the top of a lovely afternoon.

We had a girly weekend and part of this was a surprise trip to Drayton Old Lodge for afternoon tea. As soon as we pulled up in the car park we were impressed by the beautiful building and grounds. The service of the staff was fantastic and the food even better. We were asked by the kind man if we wanted to go and sit in the other room with the comfy sofas to finish off our drinks and cakes. We agreed and what a stunning room it was. We enjoyed it so much my best friend is considering it as her wedding venue. We spent nearly 3 hours here and were not pushed out but could tell it was time for the staff to go home. Thanks for an excellent afternoon.

Me & my husband had 'deluxe' afternoon tea at drayton old lodge & was not impressed at all, it certainly is not worth £19 each! The scones & sandwiches were not fresh. The only good thing I can say about it was the sausage rolls were warm which was nice. Unimpressed.

We had some vouchers with our Spree book (Norwich) and thought as we had the friday off work would give it a try as we have always noticed the Lodge as we drove through Drayton. The cost was £15 for two (not sure if full price was £30 or not couldn't see brunch on menu) if it had of been £30 I think it would of been expensive. Saying that the food we got was very good and the taste was lovely on all the different foods. We had a glass of orange juice when we sat at our table then after about 15 minutes the brunch platter arrived (all freshly cooked) and it had eggs benedict, mushroom rarebit, pancakes with blueberries, banana toast, croissants, salmon and savory rice as well as a smoothie. This would be perfect if it came with a pot of tea or coffee. We did notice the afternoon tea on the menu and we are going to go back and give that a try as we enjoyed the food so much. The restaurant was quiet but is was friday morning but the bar area was quite busy and had a nice feel to it.I would recommend anyone giving the Old Lodge a try.

As an Xmas present we were treated to deluxe afternoon tea by way of groupon voucher. Absolutely lovely! Sandwiches, cheese scones, cheese straws, gorgeous cakes and macaroons. Excellent service. Highly recommend. We are already thinking about another visit!!

Just visited Drayton Old Lodge for an early lunch and catch up with a friend. Lovely lovely atmosphere. Staff were really attentive and friendly. Had a delicious lunch of Pea and Ham Soup and my friend had a sandwich both of which were scrummy. Two huge pots of tea and loads of chat later ( 2 hours almost) we had to ask for the bill and were pleasantly surprised to find it was just £12. We had not been rushed along or forgotten. Super impressed with both food and staff.

Went here with a voucher for brunch for four people. It's a nice location, and the service was friendly. very good choice on the specials menu.well worth a visit.

An excellent place to visit if you just want a morning coffee and a wonderful cheese scone and lunch well I've always been impressed,the choice,the value for money,alway piping hot and always a very good choice on the specials menu.well worth a visit.

Came here for a birthday party which was held in the garden. When we arrived we were greeted by two lovely staff members who helped us store our bag in a safe place. Will recommend to others

I had won afternoon tea for 2 in a local raffle and have to say it was amazing! We couldn't fault any of the food, it tasted as fabulous as it looked! Staff were helpful and swapping my husbands pot of tea for a soft drink was no trouble with no extra charge (we tried to pay). We got married at Drayton Old Lodge nearly 6 years ago (I would recommend this too) and this was a great early anniversary treat for us. Will definitely be returning for another afternoon tea!

Had the Deluxe Afternoon Tea with family using Spree Vouchers which made it 2 for the price of 1. It was a lovely day so we were offered inside or outside seats and we chose outside. The friendly staff soon brought our glasses of Sparkling Rose and our orders for tea or coffee were taken.The cake stands then came out with our afternoon tea which included a bottom tier of savouries including homemade hot sausage roll (they are great!), warm cheese scone, cheese straws, mini smoked salmon pinwheels, beef & horseradish sandwiches & cheese sandwiches. The top tier of cakes included a variety of different coloured and flavoured mini macaroons, scones with 2 types of jam & clotted cream & a selection of other little cakes too. Everything was absoloutely lovely and it was fabulous to have a selection of savouries & not just the usual sandwiches. Similarly with the cakes, it was great to have a variety of different types of cakes and treats, not just different sponges which can become dry and dull.We were offered a top up of tea as well.I've had a few afternoon teas and this is my favourite locally. The quality and variety were excellent. It was a real treat! One thing to note is that the Afternoon Tea is only available on weekdays until 4pm.As our spree book contains a second voucher we have already rebooked to make sure we use it. Anyone with the current spree booklet who hasn't used their voucher I'd get in quick before they expire on the 1st October as the afternoon tea is not in the new book (although brunch is and sounds equally delightful)! Highly recommended.

Three of us dropped in at the Drayton Old Lodge restaurant at the back of the building at around 12.45pm on a Wednesday without booking. The helpful waitress explained that there was no room in the restaurant but we could eat in the adjoining room which is used for wedding ceremonies. This was a smarter room and the food was excellent though because they were busy we had quite a wait for it. The waitress was very good though someone (not sure if it was her or the chef) did not seem to know that eggs are not dairy (one of us follows a dairy free diet and the egg was left off his meal!)We have been here before and always find the staff and food good at a very fair price.

My 2 sisters, my husband & I had Deluxe Afternoon Tea at Drayton Old Lodge through the Spree Vouchers on Friday 26th July. We'd been to a Spa in the morning & this ended our day of birthday treats perfectly. Service was great from lovely friendly staff, as it was a lovely sunny day 2 tables had been reserved for us 1 inside & 1 outside so we had choice of where we wanted to sit. Once seated glasses of Sparkling Rose soon appeared & our orders for tea or coffee taken. The cake stands that appeared with our afternoon tea goodies soon appeared (followed by our pots of tea) & looked so inviting - bottom tier of savouries including homemade hot sausage roll, hot cheese scone, cheese straws, also mini smoked salmon pinwheels, triangles of beef & horseradish sandwiches & cheese sandwiches, top tier of cakes including lovely little mini macaroons, scones with 2 types of jam & clotted cream & a selection of other little cakes too. Everything was really tasty & it was just so nice to have a selection of other savouries & not just the usual little finger sandwiches. All 4 of us have had several afternoon teas at other venues & this is up there as one of the very best. Can't wait to return! Well done Drayton Old Lodge its wonderful staff!

We were given Groupon vouchers for a deluxe afternoon tea here. It's a nice location, and the service was friendly, but the tiny portions left us wanting more (and not in a good way). It made us wonder what the non-deluxe version would've been like.What was actually there on our serving plate was very nice: two tiny (but tasty) sandwich triangles, and a selection of other "bites", both sweet and savoury. We also had unlimited tea and coffee, and a glass of bubbly each.I'd call it an afternoon snack, not an afternoon tea. And I wouldn't have paid full price for it.

Went here with a voucher for brunch for four people. Lovely surprise of a platter with eggs benedict, crepes, haddock kedgeree and other tasty bits. Great service and have returned twice for lunch and for coffee break.

I live near DOL, and visit regularly. I have never been disappointed with the food and the service. The staff cannot be more helpful - very polite and attentive to your needs. The Old Lodge is set is lovely surroundings. The restaurant is clean and the food is delicious and very, very reasonably priced. The only downside is that there is not much in the way of atmosphere. It can be quite quiet. However, I have been to places where music is playing and it's really busy and you struggle to hear what your friends are saying, so not necessarily a downside...

My second groupon deal at Drayton Old Lodge. This time for brunch with my friend as a start to a birthday treat day together. We were both really impressed with the quality (and quantity) of the food which included eggs benedict, kedgeree, croissants, mini pancakes, large mushrooms with onions, and something which I think was banana eggy bread (but which was delicious). Then there was the lovely fruit smoothies and fruit juice. The young lady that served us did so with a friendly and efficient manner. We will definitely return.

We needed to find somewhere for lunch after our short break in Coltishall,After looking on the Internet we thought we would try the Drayton Old Lodge. The waiter that served us was excellent, and very attentive, the food was good value for money.

Absolutely amazing venue and we loved how friendly the staff were at our event. Management very flexible to meet the requirements of the client! One of the best venues in Norwich!