We'll be open late for all England matches

Watch the World Cup with us – open late for England games. Book a pre-match dinner or simply pop by, grab a drink and enjoy all the action.

A Proper Pub By The Sea

Welcome To The Ancient Mariner Inn, Old Hunstanton

Just the sort of pub you hope to find by the sea. Good beer on tap, fish and chips always on the menu, and a warm welcome whether you’ve walked the shoreline or wandered in after a day’s work. Pull up a chair, settle in and stay a while – there’s always something going on and a story being told in the bar. Reserve a table or just stop in – dogs are welcome too.

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A Good Pint Waiting

The bar sits at the heart of the pub, with well-kept ales, familiar lagers and something cold ready after the beach. There’s no need to book – just walk on in. Find a spot at the bar, settle at a table, or take your pint out to the terrace when the weather’s good. There’s plenty else besides, from easy wines for the table to a nightcap before heading home.

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Good Food Without A Fuss

Our menu keeps things simple. Fish and chips, grilled burgers, and hearty plates made for hungry walkers, kids with seaside appetites and locals looking for a quick bite. Alongside the classics, there’s always a changing dish of the day and a fresh fish on the hook, depending on what’s come in. There’s plenty of room, whether there’s two of you or ten of you – settle in for a good meal and a great sea view.

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Out & About On The Coast

There’s plenty to discover beyond the pub. Wide sandy beaches, coastal walks, wildlife reserves, and classic seaside villages are all close by. If you’re planning a day out, take a look at our guide to the local area and see what the Norfolk coast has waiting for you.

Stay Next Door

Just next door, Le Strange Arms Lodges and Boathouse have been fully refurbished and offer self-catering, sociable stays by the sea.

Well set up for families, including the dog, groups and couples, they provide a comfortable base for exploring North Norfolk. Settle in, head out to the beach, and come back to the pub when the day winds down.

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Dune Bar & Kitchen

Join us for pizza, tacos, cocktails, beers and good times…

Opening Times:
Thurs & Fri 5-9pm
Sat 12-9pm
Sun 12-5pm

Latest Chapters

Catch up with recent articles exploring our region, its food, and its landscape.

Summer Guide 2026

1st July, 2026

Make the most of summer in the East of England; long evenings, garden lunches, beach days and weekends spent exploring somewhere new. Whether you're staying with us for a few nights or simply looking for ideas for your next day out, we've rounded up some of our favourite events and experiences taking place across the region.

The Best Dog-Friendly Beaches Near Our Pubs

1st June, 2026

One of the best things about the East of England is that you’re never too far from a beach where the dog can come too. From long stretches of sand on the Norfolk coast to wilder spots along Suffolk’s shoreline, there are plenty of places for sandy paws, sea swims and walks before heading back to the pub.

Before And After The Pub: A few of our Favourite Ways to Spend a Summer Day

26th May, 2026

A good pub stop has a way of shaping a whole day! It might be breakfast before heading off to explore, lunch in the middle of an adventure, or drinks waiting at the end of a day on the coast. Across the region, we’re lucky to have some of East Anglia’s best days out right on our doorstep.

Things to See and Do around Old Hunstanton

27th April, 2026

Old Hunstanton is in a quiet spot on the Norfolk coast. It’s the kind of place where plans stay open-ended - long walks turn into sundowners and whether you’re here for a day or staying nearby, there's plenty of ways to spend an afternoon. We've rounded up a few of our favourite spots to discover.

Creating The Ancient Mariner logo

25th February, 2026

We sat down with Haychley from Stellabox Design in Norwich, Norfolk, to talk about the thinking behind The Ancient Mariner's new logo. It was a conversation about craft, choices, and getting the details right; no big reveal - just the story of how a coastal pub with plenty of character found a marque that feels steady, familiar, and built to last.

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