March 2022 by M3670BQcamillac
We decided to visit Timbers Country Lodge, Shouldham Thorpe for a birthday meal treat as we had been there years before and enjoyed the country lodge feel and atmosphere and wanted to rekindle that feeling?? When we arrived it was just as we had remembered from the outside and we were looking forward to the evening. However when we stepped inside it was no longer that country lodge, warm welcome we had remembered and hopped for instead it was very white, clinical and cold?.. to me it had lost its charm!!!!? Needless to say I was a little disappointed and sad ? Nevertheless we continued on with the evening and I was hoping for a ?game? menu as I had seen it advertised some time before, but again was disappointed to discover this was not an option and wise presented with instead limited choice of burgers, stir fry, steak or fish?.. after much disappointment and deliberation I ordered. When the drinks arrived it seems that there was some confusion as the waitress had got a little mixed up and we didn?t get what we had requested?. After the drinks confusion our food finally arrived which admittedly it was very nicely presented and tasted lovely, however the whole experience was spoilt by the cold clinical feel and lack of atmosphere!!!? when we went to pay we were told that we couldn?t pay by cash unless we had the right amount as they had no float for change?? might had been a good idea if they had informed us of this before we sat down to order. Overall my experience was that of disappointment even though the food was okay maybe a little expensive, the lack of country lodge feel for me put a bit of a downer on our night. Due to that fact I don?t think I will be returning anytime soon.
December 2021 by JFysh
Had a lunch date with friends. I had roast turkey with all the trimmings and it was simply the best Christmas dinner I have ever had at a restaurant. The dessert was just as delicious and was very good value for money. The price also included a glass of mulled wine. The service was relaxed and the whole atmosphere was pleasant. Will definitely eat there again.
December 2021 by jaynehF8620NV
We called in Saturday lunchtime, as a couple, and had a gorgeous two course meal; starter and main course, piping hot and full of flavour. Would have had, a sweet but comfortably full! Will be back again soon. The service was very good and frendly xx
September 2021 by Fearless670693
I cannot believe this establishment has the nerve to charge £90 a night for a cabin, opening onto the carpark with an uncomfortable bed, questionable cleaniness, dodgy plumbing and paper thin walls. Sleep is impossible when you can hear the neighbouring guest snoring as clearly as if they were lying next to you.
September 2021 by Geoff23556
I don?t normally leave a long review, but my experience needs to be read before people repeat my mistake. Upon arrival i was greeted with a large carpark and what resembled a world war 2 POW camp, i would later learn that these were the cabin rooms. I sat in my car looking at my booking for any clues of where i could get my key or check (like a normal hotel) After 10 mins of searching the internet I came up blank, I did however read a number of terrible reviews about the property. I walked around the carpark to see a number of buildings had sign posts but no sign saying reception or check in. I found a double glass door past the kitchen which was open, looked like an entrance hall staircase etc. I woman popped out from one of the corridors, she looked pretty shocked that i was there. I informed her that i was booked in and needed to check in. After a long accusing stare she confirmed that i was indeed booked to stay in the ?the cottage? and that my key was in the room. I asked what time the restaurant (as advertised) was serving, she told me bluntly, ?no food here?. After a long day on site and working I decided to get to my room and find food myself. The room was located in a large white cottage on the ground floor. What can I say about the room apart from ?pffft? I will list the issues (that made the stay unbearable) The door banged every time someone else entered rhe building. The bed made creaking noises so loud that they would wake me up at night. I couldn?t sit on the toilet as it was too close to the wall The lighting was poor My laptop had a larger screen than the TV I could hear the gentleman in the next room burp and fart I could hear the couple upstairs knocking boots The room was dusty Infested with spiders The local airbase started low flying at 3am I stopped there for the longest three days of my life! I feel that i would have been better committing a crime, the local police lock up must have been more comfortable than that room! If you want to see Norfolk or the surrounding areas and have a great time! Book elsewhere!
August 2021 by Carole S
Local customers of many many times were greeted by a rude stand-offish arrogant and aggressive staff member Turned away with no understanding of the needs of would be customers This establishment will not ever be used by these locals again Many large parties held here over the years but as said never again NO customer service here at all
August 2021 by sjb1230153
Really disappointing visit, was kicked out of restaurant at 9.15 bar closed at 9 No consideration for elderly visitors who tried to bring the taxi forward No lounge but attitude was you can sit outside Cannot express how disappointed we are having used this restaurant before it changed hands
July 2021 by Max E
Stopped here for dinner and an overnight stay with friends in July and had just a very excellent time. An extremely comfortable and spacious room and we all had a super meal in the evening. The food was well presented and perfectly cooked. It was all very very good. To top this off we had the best service all afternoon and evening. Extremely enjoyable and we will be back!!
July 2021 by Eat_Stay
Booked a room for 1 which was cheap enough for 1 night whilst working away. Tiny chalet room. Two comments; Poor sleep due to cheap, springy mattress and I could her the guy in the adjacent chalet room clearing his throat and he was, very poor sound insulation!
May 2021 by Danni F
Spotlessly clean and very well organised. Gorgeous countryside setting. Only thing (and not a criticism) is that the restaurant was closed when I stayed due to Covid and nobody nearby via Just Eat would deliver. If you could leave a list of places nearby to eat/order deliver from that would be great. Fab wifi signal considering how remote you are and was wonderful to be woken by the pheasants. Very comfy bed and pillows and terrific power shower which I was not expecting. Would definitely recommend but perhaps bring a picnic :-)
