Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Fine Dining Restaurant in Norfolk
The Ingham Swan is a 3 AA Rosette, Michelin Recommended restaurant nestled in North East Norfolk, just minutes from the coast. Established in 2010 by Norfolk-born chef Daniel Smith, our culinary philosophy is rooted in a lifelong passion for seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients. With over 30 years of experience, including a Michelin Star earned at age 23 and participation in BBC2's Great British Menu, Chef Smith curates menus that celebrate modern British cuisine through daily-changing dishes. Our heritage building offers fine dining in an intimate setting, complemented by seven bespoke AA 4-star rooms.The restaurant's accolades, including recognition in The Good Food Guide and Harden's Restaurant Guide, reflect our commitment to excellence. We prioritise sustainability through partnerships with trusted local farmers and a biodynamic/organic wine list featuring over 200 selections. The team ensures every guest experiences memorable dining moments, from our value-driven Menu Du Jour to curated overnight stays that extend the culinary journey.
Services
Fine Dining
Accommodation
Wine List
Taster Menus
Room Service
Event Dining
Breakfast Service
Private Dining
Wine Pairing
Chef's Table
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of culinary expertise from a Michelin-starred chef
- Our menus change daily to showcase seasonal Norfolk produce
- We hold 3 AA Rosettes and Michelin Recommended status
- 100% of optional service charges go directly to our restaurant team
- We combine fine dining with luxury AA 4-star accommodation options
Associations and certifications
- 3 AA Rosettes
- Michelin Recommended
- 4 AA Stars
- The Good Food Guide
What people say
Impeccable service
Outstanding seasonal menus
Award-winning cuisine
Memorable tasting menus
Beautiful setting
Services
Fine Dining
Our 3 AA Rosette restaurant offers modern British cuisine with daily-changing menus. Chef Daniel Smith crafts dishes using hand-selected seasonal produce from local farmers. The Michelin Recommended menu features Ingham Swan favourites alongside innovative creations inspired by global culinary trends.
Accommodation
Seven bespoke AA 4-star rooms complement our dining experience. Choose between coach house suites with walk-in showers or contemporary king rooms in a Norfolk cottage. All rooms include breakfast and feature luxury linens for a restful stay.
Taster Menus
Experience our signature dishes through curated tasting menus. The 5-course lunch and 7-course dinner tasters showcase seasonal ingredients with wine pairing options. These menus have earned recognition in The Good Food Guide as 'Britains Best Set Menus'.
Wine List
Our 200+ bottle collection spans Old and New World wines with biodynamic and organic options. The list evolves through barrel tastings and partnerships with specialist merchants. Staff expertise ensures perfect pairings for every dish.
Event Dining
Seasonal events feature themed menus and wine flights. From Beaujolais Nouveau celebrations to Norfolk Restaurant Week specials, these events offer unique culinary experiences. The New Year's Eve gala includes a 7-course tasting menu.
People
Daniel Smith
Chef Patron
Norfolk-born Daniel has 30 years' experience including Le Gavroche and Morston Hall. He earned a Michelin Star at 23 and appeared on BBC2's Great British Menu. Recognised as Restaurant Chef of the Year 2017.
Questions
What is The Ingham Swan's cancellation policy?
Card details are required for bookings. Cancellations within 48 hours or no-shows incur a £25 per person charge.
Are dogs allowed at The Ingham Swan?
We cannot accept bookings with dogs without prior communication. Please contact us directly for assistance.
What awards has The Ingham Swan won?
We hold 3 AA Rosettes, Michelin Recommended status, and have won Restaurant Chef of the Year 2017 and multiple EDP Food & Drink Awards.
What room options are available?
We offer four coach house rooms and three superior king rooms in a Norfolk cottage, all with AA 4-star ratings.
How does the service charge work?
Optional service charges go 100% to our restaurant team. It's entirely at your discretion whether to pay this charge.
Reviews (5)
Tom Carter
Jan 06, 2022
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Fantastic. Great food. Great staff. Good portions. A menu that should suit everyone. Back thus summer
Benita Benton
Jan 01, 2022
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The Festive taster menu was absolutely amazing. Each course was beautifully presented and tasted divine. Faultless and I am in awe of the work that must go into them. Brilliant.
Mick Sidaway
Dec 22, 2021
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Third time there and just as good as the first time. Brilliant staff, delightful surroundings and just the right amount of time between courses. Nice to see a full recovery from the devastating fire they suffered a few years ago.
Sara Kelleher
Dec 19, 2021
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Last minute stay and dine on Saturday night. Room was comfy and cozy, the food was outstanding. What really makes this place special are the staff. They were fantastic. Highly recommended
Stephen Oakman
Dec 18, 2021
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Excellent food. Well cooked, well presented and served with care. We live in Essex and were on our way to Wells on the North Norfolk coast but on recommendation made a deter to The Swan at Ingham for lunch and were very glad we did.
