What are the opening hours?

Monday 10:30am - 10:30pm Tuesday 10:30am - 10:30pm Wednesday 10:30am - 10:30pm Thursday 10:30am - 10:30pm Friday 10:30am - 10:30pm Saturday 10:30am - 10:30pm Sunday 10:30am - 10:30pm

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We are an award-winning pub, restaurant and B&B located in the village of Horstead, near Coltishall, We look forward to welcoming you!
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The Recruiting Sergeant is an award winning Pub and Restaurant with Rooms situated in the village of Horstead, near Coltishall, in Norfolk. Matthew and Nicola Colchester and their dedicated team have developed an enviable reputation in the area and the pub is well known for its food quality, friendliness and attention to detail. Further information:

Pub bar open all day from 11am (noon on Sunday)
Monday to Friday - food served lunchtime and evenings
Saturday & Sunday - food served all day
Real ales, cocktails and large choice of wines by the glass
Garden and covered heated outdoor patio area
Booking essential.

17/10/2026

🎄 Celebrate the festive season at The Recruiting Sergeant

Our Christmas Menu is now available on our website, together with a booking and pre-order form.

We're looking forward to hosting your festive get-togethers from 1st December! ✨️

https://www.recruitingsergeant.co.uk/christmas

01/10/2026

📣 An important note for anyone who has booked a room with us.

Please be aware that we will never contact you via WhatsApp to ask for payment, card details or any other private information.

If you receive a message claiming to be from us and asking for these details, please do not reply or provide any information. Instead, please contact the pub directly so we can check it for you.

Your security is important to us, so if anything doesn’t look right, please get in touch with us directly on 01603 737077.

Thank you.

20/09/2026

Imagine our surprise when this lovely group turned up for their Sunday lunch wearing these!

They visited us last year and really enjoyed it so made it part of their holiday again this year.

Thank you so much for absolutely making our day! 😍

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24/05/2026

We're pleased to be welcoming Hansons Auctioneers - Norfolk to The Recruiting Sergeant on Tuesday 26th May for a free Valuation Morning.

Bring along your:
✨ Gold ✨ Silver ✨ Jewellery ✨ Watches ✨ Antiques & Collectables

Their specialist valuers will be on hand to provide friendly, expert advice, explaining what your items could achieve at auction and guiding you through the selling process in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

If you wish, you’ll also have the option to consign to auction on the day.

Whether you’re simply curious, having a clear-out, or considering selling, this is the perfect opportunity to find out what your items are really worth.

No need to make an appointment, just come along.

📅 Tuesday 26th May
🕰️ 10:30am – 12:30pm

Address

Norwich Road, Horstead
Norwich
NR127EE

Opening Hours

Monday	10:30am - 10:30pm
Tuesday	10:30am - 10:30pm
Wednesday	10:30am - 10:30pm
Thursday	10:30am - 10:30pm
Friday	10:30am - 10:30pm
Saturday	10:30am - 10:30pm
Sunday	10:30am - 10:30pm

Telephone

+441603737077

Website

http://www.recruitingsergeant.co.uk/

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