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The Parson Woodforde

3.5 star property
Adults-only guesthouse with free breakfast and a restaurant

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The Parson Woodforde, in the heart of the countryside, offers travelers a genuine welcome. Guests can start their day with breakfast, gather at the cozy bar, or dine in the restaurant. The property provides WiFi, multilingual staff, and maintains smoke-free spaces throughout.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View | 1 bedroom

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View | 1 bedroom

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Church Street, Weston Longville, Norwich, England, NR9 5JU

What's nearby

  • ROARR! Dinosaur Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Norfolk Showground - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 11 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • University of East Anglia - 11 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Earlham Park - 12 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Brundall Gardens Station - 19 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Parson Woodforde

Property highlights
At The Parson Woodforde, you can look forward to free breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, wedding services, and multilingual staff
  • A computer station

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Parson Woodforde pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Parson Woodforde?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Parson Woodforde?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Parson Woodforde?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Parson Woodforde located?

Situated in Norwich, this guesthouse is 1.2 mi (2 km) from ROARR! Dinosaur Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Top Dog Paintball Ltd. Norfolk Showground and Whitwell and Reepham Station are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Parson Woodforde Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 213 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Only slight downside, you can hear your neighbours every move! Our evening meal was excellent as was breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect weekend getaway, friendly staff, good food clean gorgeous room ..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Night over in Norwich

Business trip to Norwich, stayed here three times and will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miss C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was very pleased with my choice of hotel. I really enjoyed his stay and would certainly stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem

Excellent stay, the staff were very friendly, lovely room, comfy bed and the breakfast was great. We ate at the pub in the evening and the food was wonderful, all freshly cooked
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super place to stay!

Alison was an amazing host! So friendly and happy to accommodate. Hotel and restaurant were very clean and well-appointed. Bar/restaurant staff were wonderful. Everyone made us feel very at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Micks opinion

I cant praise this hotel enough. Everyone of the staff and the owner were fantastic. The food was excellent and my room also. If are ever in this area, please at least go for a meal. You wont be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed, pillows and quilt exceptionally comfortable however the room wasn't that big abd the ensuite very small. The breakfast was average with little choice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant little find!

This was a great stay, I was travelling for business. The grounds and rooms are immaculate, clean and in a good condition. The bed was huge and very comfy. I was welcomed as soon as I entered the door and thanked as I was leaving. A genuinely lovely place to stay. The breakfast included was of a high standard too! Nothing negative to say at all. I will stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Eryl

Disliked: Staff & service

Could not check in at 7pm!!

Unable to check in as check in was closed. the check-in closed at 6pm!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The properties is in good condition has nice rooms and has good food. Staff are friendly and efficient. You probably can only get there by car but there is plenty of car parking space and it could be used as a base to see a lot of of Norwich and surrounding area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

dawn

Liked: Staff & service
Room was small but comfortable, although very small ensuite. Comfy bed and pillows. Breakfast was varied with plenty of choice, drinks were not very hot but was rectified when told.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an absolutely fabulous week at the Parson Woodforde. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming and a credit to Mark and Maria :) The food was incredible, all local produce with lovely fresh seafood specials and all very well seasoned! The roast on Sunday was one of the best I’ve ever had and we were made to feel very welcome and given loads of useful local information, nothing was too much trouble and the rooms were immaculate. There is a lot within easy reach of the pub with the coast at Cromer only 30 mins away, Norwich airport park and ride about 10 mins away (£4 for two of us for a return into Norwich) and the broads and other wildlife reserves easy to get to (we went to Wroxham to hire a boat for a couple of hours). I wish Mark and Maria all success in their future as they have created a truly unique atmosphere with quality food, I just wished we lived nearer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great as ususl
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab food great staff, great owners, lovely atmosphere, suoerb rooms. Nixe and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Amazing friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay, good atmosphere and good food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was as expected and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place bit expensive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very efficient check in where I was met with a smile. Exceptionally friendly and efficient staff. Room was clean and comfortable with plenty of tea, coffee and hot chocolate and the price was very resonable. Food was good as was the service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service with staff who were immaculate in their personal presentation - sadly lacking in hospitatlity generally. Warm and cosy on an extremely cold night - breakfast excellent and we asked to be served quickly as we had to leave to get to an appointment - which was dealt with efficiently and with a smile
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a comfortable stay. All the staff here were excellent. Will definitely return. Breakfast was great, bed comfy. Charming place to eat drink and stay. Thanks everyone
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stay

We stayed just one night having previously been here for a lovely meal. All the staff we met were very friendly and helpful, the room was excellent and very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast. I am sure we’ll be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to visit ,staff was amazing, warm and very welcoming, accommodation was fabulous very clean and very comfy,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night but the room was a good size and bed comfortable. Everything in the room was of a good standard and very clean. There is nothing else too close to the building and going out means driving however the bar and restaurant in the hotel is warm and welcoming with an excellent atmosphere and menu.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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