10 Burns’ Night Norfolk Celebrations & Menus for 2025
From ceilidhs to culinary delights, a Burns’ night celebration in Norfolk offers an array of memorable opportunities to raise a dram, enjoy the braw company, and honour the legacy of Scotland’s national poet. To help celebrate Burns’ Night in Norfolk this January, we’ve served up an array of unique venues offering delicious Burns’ supper experiences, complete with Burns’ night menus to honour Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns.
From traditional haggis, neeps, and tatties to creative culinary twists and whisky pairings, our options across Norfolk have something for everyone. Here’s a round-up of some of the best places to celebrate Burns’ night Norfolk style.
The Assembly House, Norwich
The Assembly House’s Burns’ supper combines elegance with tradition, set in the grand Georgian dining hall. Their Burns’ night menu is a feast for the senses, featuring Finnan haddie toasts on arrival, haggis with whisky gravy, and a selection of mains including ‘overnight’ Aberdeen Angus beef with rosemary and horseradish dumplings or vegetarian hotchpotch. Desserts are just as indulgent, with options like marmalade whisky pudding with ginger custard.
Communal tables add to the convivial spirit, and Sue, their talented piper, will address the haggis with flair. Starting from 7pm, The Assembly House’s Burns’ event is £39.95pp. Parking is available on-site in their carpark to the rear, and being central there’s plenty of scope for a pre-dinner stroll nearby.
Wright’s Cafe, Norwich
Wright’s Cafe has grown quickly in popularity over the past year, becoming a favourite for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious food. While known as an amazing venue for breakfast and brunch, it also excels at hosting special events like a Burns’ supper. Guests are greeted with a complimentary glass of fizz before enjoying a three-course Burns’ night menu for £37.50 per person. Expect poetry, bagpipes, and plenty of whisky to accompany traditional Scottish dishes. Affordable city parking is available nearby at NUA or Monastery Carpark, making it convenient for those driving in. After a quiet start in Norwich, the team at Wright’s seems to be doing something right as the place is often bustling with life.
The Brewery Tap, Norwich
Celebrate Burns Night in a relaxed and lively atmosphere at The Brewery Tap on Thursday, 23rd January 2025. Tickets are £20 per person and include a dram of whisky, haggis with neeps and tatties (vegetarian option available), and entertainment provided by a traditional bagpiper. The night’s music will feature Scottish-inspired tunes by Those Deadbeat Cats. With catering by the renowned Motherchip and tickets on sale from 6th January 2025, this popular event is first-come, first-served. Visit their website at fatcattap.co.uk for more details.
The Grain Kitchen, South Norfolk
This rural venue offers an intimate alternative to larger celebrations. The Grain Kitchen’s Burns’ night Norfolk event is perfect for those seeking a relaxed yet festive atmosphere. Their Burns’ night menu includes unique offerings like a cheese and haggis toastie, alongside some Scottish-inspired breakfast twists. As an added bonus, visitors can sample local English whiskies (shh!) from their distillery and shop. Located near the scenic Waveney Valley, this cosy venue is ideal for foodies looking to escape the city.
The Grove, Cromer
The Grove, Cromer, offers an evening of poetry, piping, and fine food to celebrate Burns’ Night on the 23rd and 24th of January 2025. Arrive at 7pm for 7:30pm and enjoy a programme featuring the Selkirk Grace, the address to a haggis, and musical entertainment by Peter McFarlane, former Pipe Major of the Scots Guard. Their Burns’ night menu includes delicious starters such as leek and potato soup or Loch Duart salmon, mains like Aberdeen Angus and kidney pie or traditional haggis with clapshot, and indulgent desserts like whisky and marmalade bread and butter pudding or dark chocolate delice. Tickets are £45pp, and while black tie is traditional, there is no set dress code. With on-site parking and proximity to Cromer Beach, this venue combines fine dining with coastal charm.
The Jolly Sailors, Brancaster
All the fare with loads of cheer! Join the lively celebrations at The Jolly Sailors on Saturday, 25th January at 7pm for a coastal Rabbie Burns celebration. Your £25 ticket includes a wee dram and a delicious three-course meal featuring Cullen Skink, haggis with neeps and tatties, plus dessert. Entertainment and poetry is on hand from Richard Roberts as the Toast Master for the evening. With its dog-friendly policy and nearby Brancaster Beach, it’s a braw place to bring the whole family.
Norwich Castle, Norwich
Norwich Castle hosts a Robert Burns dinner and ceilidh night that’s perfect for history enthusiasts and dance lovers alike. On Saturday, 25th January 2025, enjoy a three-course traditional Scottish meal including Scotch Broth, Haggis with Neeps and Tatties, and Cranachan. The evening begins with a drink on arrival and a dram to toast the haggis as it is piped in with a Scottish piper. The festivities include the address to the haggis, toasts, and lively ceilidh dancing with the live band Stroma starting at 9:30 pm. Tickets are £89.00 per person for the full experience or £35.00 for ceilidh dance access only. It’s rumoured there are special accommodation rates available at the nearby Maid’s Head Hotel for those quoting BURNSIDH2025.
Maids Head Hotel, Norwich
The Maids Head Hotel celebrates Burns’ night Norfolk style in its scenic city centre location. Gather your family and friends for a festive evening of Scottish traditions. Enjoy a four-course Burns’ supper, complete with a dram of whisky and a traditional piper to ceremoniously pipe in the haggis. The event begins at 7pm on Saturday, 25th January, and tickets are £50.00 per person. For those who wish for accommodation, rooms start from £160.00 per couple, including bed and breakfast. Alternatively, there’s affordable and convenient parking nearby at Castle Quarter or St Andrew’s.
Chet Vineyard, South Norfolk
Toast to Scotland’s bard amidst the vines at Chet Valley Vineyard. Their Burns’ night menu features three courses of traditional Scottish dishes paired with glasses of their own wine. Begin with Cullen Skink, followed by haggis, neeps, and tatties, and finish with a decadent Cranachan dessert. The evening includes a dram of whisky and the ceremonial address to the haggis. Tickets are £50.00 per person, and the event runs from 7pm to 10pm on Saturday, 25th January. This family-run vineyard in rural Norfolk is the perfect backdrop for a unique and memorable celebration.
The Brisley Bell, North Norfolk
The Brisley Bell is hosting a cosy and festive Burns’ supper on Wednesday, 22nd January 2025. The event kicks off at 6pm, with food served from 7pm. The evening includes a traditional Scottish menu, complete with a piper addressing the haggis.
Your £40 per person at The Brisley Bell nets you a Scottish Cullen Skink (smoked haddock, leek & potato soup), the staple haggis, neeps & tatties (vegetarian alternative available) with a dram of whisky. There’s also the Raspberry & Drambuie cranachan with Scottish oats to follow. With roaring fires and a welcoming country pub atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to celebrate Burns Night in style.
Heacham Manor, North Norfolk
Heacham Manor’s Burns’ night Norfolk celebration offers an elegant twist on tradition. Their Burns’ night menu features comforting classics like Cullen Skink and Haggis Potato Cake for starters, with mains including Traditional Haggis or Home-Smoked Fillet of Scottish Salmon. Dessert options like Dundee Cake and Boozy Trifle add a sweet finish. The event runs from 6:00 pm to 8:45 pm on Saturday, 25th January, with three courses for £35 per person. Pair your dinner with a dram of whisky for the ultimate Scottish supper experience. Located near Sandringham Estate, Heacham Manor provides the perfect mix of fine dining and countryside charm.
NOTE: All event details are either sourced from 2025 venue websites or email exchanges, always check directly with venues to confirm accuracy.
