NorfolkNog

Is this the Cross Keys at Dilham? I had an idea it was closed. Many thanks for sharing your trip.

It is indeed owned/run by Colchester Inns, but no, we've never had a problem ordering at the bar. Mrs Nog likes to look at the gins and cocktails and the staff are generally friendly and helpful. Which makes the Rising Sun policy even more baffling. It must be quiet there at the moment too, don't suppose much is getting through the bridge.

Ridiculous and un-necessary. Apart from anything else I ilike to look at the bar to see what beers are available and Mrs Nog likes to scan the gins. How do you know what the prices are? Too late when it's delivered. Avoid like the plague. The best pub IMHO is the Red Lion but sadly the opening hours are a bit limited. Otherwise as suggested go in the Kings Head or walk down to the Recruiting Sergeant.

I'm not a football fan by any means but watching in the pub has numerous benefits apart from the obvious. Not only is it socialable, it supports our struggling pubs, supports local jobs and hopefully if you drink some of the excellent local ales such as Winters, Tindalls, Humpty Dumpty, Moongazer, Grain, Lacons etc you are supporting local breweries too! Cheers!

On the South side I think the Kings Head at Loddon does Sky sports, someone might be able to confirm

I've an idea that the Kings Arms in Ludham has Sky sports

Must agree with Warren and Simon. Bridgecraft really are excellent. Warren's experience just shows how they will go the extra mile. Being a smaller family run yard you really do get that personal attention and they are prepared to be flexible which the big yards are less willing or able to do. I've been with Bridgecraft for a good few years now and can't speak highly enough of them. Cracking yard

I've also crossed in worse conditions, including just before the Beast from the East struck a few years back I would guess, looking at the video, that there was possibly a following wind, it can be fun going the other way into the wind and waves. I would also delay going South to North slightly as the undertow effect can involve struggling a little up the Bure.

Yes, Strowagers Shorebase is showing 13.07 today. They do state that all times are GMT so it's just a case of adding an hour. I've always used them and find them very reliable. As I'm mainly out in winter no adjustment needed but we will be afloat in May so I'll make a mental note to add an hour!!

Hi Malcolm, did you use the chippy just past the Waveney and old Spar shop on the right hand side? Can't remember the name of it, was it the Mermaid at one time?

Will you be visiting the Maltsters? Not heard anything about it since it reopened. Wondering if there's any beer on?

...that photo looks to be from the wooden boat show at Beccles. I wonder if someone could alert a certain individual who frequents OBYS who may have some knowledge...

According to Craig's database it is one of Sandersons 'Lady' class, a small woodie very much in the style of the early Herbert Woods cruisers. I have a very vague recollection of seeing one advertised for sale but it was many years ago. Sorry I can't be more helpful. And welcome from me too.

Better news https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/24238263.norfolk-pub-white-horse-planning-pig-cider-festival/?ref=rss

Couldn't agree more

Two duvets does the trick, works for us even in the coldest weather. Plus Mrs Nog's feet Thanks for taking us with you on your trip Simon

Ditto We were in a while ago and the landlord was brilliant, far from trying to boot us out early he positively encouraged us to stay, not quite that late but late enough. Green Jack beers were often on too

As Easter is fast approaching we will hopefully see some activity soon. Any updates much appreciated as always

I can see Jean's point of view here. Certainly in my experience of visiting pubs, owners are mostly very responsible and keep their pets under control. Although we don't have a dog ourselves we do like dogs and Mrs N usually has dog biscuits in her bag. Many pubs have a sign to say dogs must be kept on a lead and/or well behaved dogs are welcome. It's maybe a bit like boaters and fishermen, a bit of mutual respect goes a long way!

Sound move

I hope so too. Pubs that don't allow dogs are missing a trick I think. I've never been in the Granary, just wonder if it's very small inside which might make it less suitable for dogs. Having said that the majority of micro pubs which I visit are almost always dog friendly. Hope he has some beer on too. Oh, and the old chestnut that they serve food is not a valid excuse. Of course operators are free to make their own rules.

Good move if there's no beer on I'd have gone for Guinness, I'm sure the White Horse will have made up for it though

No truer word spoken!!! Try doing it with Dave (Janet Ann) watching