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.

News & Events

  • WINE CLUB

    Next date 24th October

    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.

  • Beaujolais Nouveau Day

    20 November

    We are busy making plans for a lovely evening of wine tasting, with prizes to be won and charity donations to be raised.

    Watch this space for more information.

  • Christmas Wreath workshop

    We are so thrilled to have Claire from Style & Bloom hold our first every wreath making workshop here at the stores.

    Claire will provide everything you need to create and take home a glorious festive wreath for your front door.

    Come with friends, there will (of course) be wine and nibbles provided. And a guarantee that not only will you take home an envious wreath, but that wonderful, warm, festive feeling

Supplier Spotlight

Supplier Spotlight

Bit of a different Spotlight this week, but boy oh boy… are these worth shouting about!!

Sophia at Swirl claims to make Norwich’s freshest hand rolled cinnamon buns, and she absolutely did not disappoint.

Our first delivery sold out within 25 minutes, with hungry customers literally waiting in the rain for the shop to open. We now stock a fresh batch every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

So set your alarms, make the pilgrimage, let us brew you a hot fresh coffee and start your day right. You absolute will not be disappointed!