Review on Congham Hall, The Orangery

A grand Georgian manor set in 30 acres of sublime parkland and grounds, complete with grazing horses, ponds and orchards, Congham Hall is a glory to behold. It also boasts a magnificent, near-legendary herb garden filled with around 700 different species of herb (including 50 kinds of mint) - many of which find they way into the kitchen.

Flowers, frills and the scent of pot-pourri fill the house and the relaxed mood extends to the Orangery Restaurant. Classical chandeliers, peach-hued walls hung with botanical prints, and glorious garden views set the tone, and the food aims for refinement and seasonality.

In addition to herbs, the hotel has its own beehives and a smokehouse for curing salmon and other fish. Produce from Norfolk and beyond finds its way into dishes such as pan-roasted scallops with parsnip purée and spiced figs, breast and ballotine of guinea fowl with sarladaise potatoes, carrots lyonnaise and thyme jus or roast rump of lamb with sauté kidney, salsify and lamb jus. The kitchen aims for visual impact with stunning desserts such as 'crème de chocolate blanc' with roast plums and dark chocolate sorbet. Big names and little-known tempters share the billing on the auspicious wine list.

Congham Hall, The Orangery is also featured in: Michelin Guide, Good Food Guide, AA Guide

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Cuisine

Modern European

Chef

James O'Connor

Restaurant Opening Times

Lunch: 12.00 - 1.45pm
Dinner: 7.00 - 9.15pm

Accepted credit cards

Visa, Master Card, American Express

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Facilities at Congham Hall, The Orangery

  • Alfresco dining
  • Private dining room
  • Private parties
  • Vegetarian menu
  • 50 covers
  • Family Friendly

Accomodation

Accomodation is available, (26 rooms)

Parking

Private parking is possible at a location nearby

Address

Congham Hall, The Orangery
Lynn Road
Grimston
Norfolk
PE32 1AH

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Congham Hall, The Orangery Sample Menu

SAMPLE MENU

STARTERS

Grilled Wood Pigeon, creamed polenta, woodland mushrooms, crisp pancetta- £7.50

Smoked Salmon, citrus butter, leaf salad, dill – £8.50

Pressed Ham Hock and Duck Liver, Cumberland sauce, toasted brioche – £9.50

Baby Beetroot, goats curd, pickled shallot, pine nuts- £7.50

Smoked Haddock Risotto, poached hens egg, local pea shoots – £8.00

Garden Soup of the Day – £5.50

MAINS

Roast Rump of Local Lamb, aubergine, courgette, vine tomato, black olive, basil – £22.00

Grilled Haunch of Norfolk Venison, pumpkin puree, savoy cabbage, blackcurrant, thyme – £24.00

Pan Fried Cod Fillet, brown butter, shrimps, capers, lemon – £18.50

Grilled Hake Fillet, crushed new potatoes, buttered spinach, calamari, sauce vierge – £19.00

Woodland Mushroom Ravioli, taleggio cheese, chard, winter truffle, mushroom foam – £16.00

Seared Calf's Liver, creamed potato, dry cured bacon, onion and orange marmalade – £19.50

DESSERTS

Lemon and Yoghurt Mousse, pink grapefruit, orange, thyme syrup – £7.00

Warm Sticky Toffee Pudding, caramelised banana, Chantilly cream – £7.00

Congham Hall's Mini Puddings, to share – £10.00

Chocolate Fondant, malted milk parfait – £8.00

Rhubarb and Custard, cinnamon doughnuts – £7.00

Selection of British Farmhouse Cheeses, water biscuits, oatcakes, celery – £9.50

Restaurant menus often vary from day to day, so the above should be treated as examples of what to expect in terms of cuisine and price.

Congham Hall, The Orangery Christmas Menu

Restaurant menus often vary from day to day, so the above should be treated as examples of what to expect in terms of cuisine and price.

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