A Winning Roast in Norfolk
The Racecourse in Norwich, now this is a proper pub for people who enjoy things that work. You’ve got your classic daily carvery, beef, turkey, gammon, all carved with precision and accompanied by the usual suspects, roasties, Yorkshires, and gravy that means business. It’s big, bright, and built for families. The kids can go completely wild in the indoor FunFort while the grown-ups get on with a pint in peace. No nonsense, no frills, just good food, full plates, and a solid bit of engineering in the form of a very well-run lovely pub.
Pub People
Whenever you visit us, you’ll be met by the warmth and charm of our remarkable pub people, custodians of tradition and welcome. In our proudly independent, locally rooted pub, a team spirit runs deep, offering every guest not just service with smiles, but a sense of belonging. It is this quiet pride and personal touch that makes each visit truly memorable
A Fascinating History
Once the thundering heart of Norwich’s racing scene, the site of The Racecourse began life in 1838 as a grandstand for Queen Victoria’s Coronation Races. By the 1960s, it had swapped galloping hooves for rock and roll, reborn as the Washington Hotel and nightclub, where Roy Dashwood hosted acts like Lonnie Donegan. In the ’80s it became Ebenezer’s Carvery, then The Racecourse Inn, passing through the hands of Frank and Sue Ross, and eventually welcoming families under the Castle Carvery name. Today, it’s roasts not racehorses, laughter not livery, and all the better for it.
Norwich & Norfolk Broads
Sat gently along Salhouse Road, just beyond the bustle of Norwich, The Racecourse sits with quiet confidence on the edge of the Norfolk Broads. It’s a place where town meets countryside, close enough to the city for convenience, yet wrapped in open skies and peaceful greenery. The surrounding area is charmingly relaxed, with leafy walks, family homes, and the occasional glimpse of a passing boat along the winding waterways. It all feels delightfully balanced, a lovely spot for a roast, a ramble, or simply watching the world go by with a smile and something warm in your hands