Who we are
In the heart of Norwich, The Garnet Pub & Stores has evolved from a cherished local pub to also a vibrant shop. Our position on the corner of Norwich Market offers a unique insight in to the local culture and economy of Norwich and we truly believe you won’t find a better place on a warm afternoon/evening to sit and watch the world go by.
The pubs building has seen two pandemics, two world wars and stands proudly with the kind of wiseness that only comes with age. As custodians of this extraordinary nook of Norwich, we are mindful of the history within these walls which officially became a drinking establishment in 1861 (originally called ‘The Baron of Beef’ from its previous life as a butchers).
During the challenges of the pandemic, we recognised the necessity to adapt and so transformed the pub into a shop that offered not only essentials (beer/wine!) but also an array of carefully selected local produce and crafted goods. When the unit next door laid empty we decided to take the plunge and open a new shop and ‘The Garnet Stores’ was born.
The Garnet stands as a testament to resilience and we are committed as a team to supporting each other and serving our patrons with the same warmth and dedication as we have for decades. We take immense pride in our position, fostering connections that celebrate the essence of our beloved region.
Upcoming events
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WINE CLUB
Next date 26th June
Join us for our monthly wine club, where connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike gather to indulge in a curated selection of exquisite wines. As always we’ll be showcasing some of our newest and most fabulous wines with a blind tasting session aimed at finding your own way into the delicious wines on offer.
Hosted by our very own wine lover Paul Francis Bryan, this evening is designed for you to try without the faff and fluff of an expert tasting.
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The Plunkett Prize
1 June - 31 July 2025
We have long been fans of historical Norwich photographer George Plunkett here at the Garnet. We have a dedicated Plunkett room which hosts a permanent exhibition of his work on the first floor of the pub.
So we are very excited to hear about this competition which has been put on by the Norfolk & Norwich Archaeological Society.
Click on the link below for more information and details on how to enter.
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Pizza & Fizz Wednesdays
Every Wednesday 4-9
We are delighted to announce our new collaboration with our neighbours at Brick Pizza. Purchase any pizza from Brick Pizza and a bottle of fizz from us here and we’ll waiver the corkage.
Elevate this experience by opting to make your fizz one of our many Champagnes and savour the perfect taste of a hump day night out. Enjoy this unique offering designed to bring your friends, lovers and the community together. Cheers!
Supplier Spotlight
Supplier Spotlight
How fab are these Norfolk tea towels from James Illustrates!
James creates hand illustrated maps which are screen printed here in Norwich. He then also moved on to tea towels, making his illustrations more accessible.
Good sturdy tea towels that will handle all your washing up… or to pin up onto the kitchen wall.
We think they make the perfect gift
£15