Chestnut acquires Norfolk venue
The pub offers Michelin rated Bib Gourmand dining and AA 4-star accommodation.
Chestnut, an East Anglia hospitality company, has announced the acquisition of The Wiveton Bell in North Norfolk for an undisclosed sum.
The pub, which is situated a few miles from the coast, offers Michelin rated Bib Gourmand dining and AA 4-star accommodation.
The addition of The Wiveton Bell to the Chestnut portfolio comes after the acquisitions of The Feathers and The Lawns in Holt, and The Maltings in Weybourne.
It reopened The Globe in Wells following a major refurbishment and The Feathers reopened on 20 June, following a significant investment in revitalising the pub, restaurant, and rooms.
Philip Turner, founder and managing director of Chestnut, said: “We are absolutely delighted to have acquired one of Norfolk’s best-loved dining pubs. We’ve made no secret of the fact that we believe that North Norfolk is one of the region’s leading tourism destinations and have brought a number of new locations into the Chestnut fold recently.
“However, with such a fantastic established reputation and loyal customer base, the addition of The Wiveton Bell really puts Chestnut on the map in the area. This acquisition is great news for Chestnut and great news for people who already love the pub, as we don’t plan on changing a winning formula.
He added: “Our model has always been about acquiring new properties in popular destinations, bringing in new investment and allowing the quality of the Chestnut experience to shine through the passion and expertise our people bring. We are confident this formula will enable the pub to maintain and grow its already outstanding reputation.”
