LARLING

You may wonder why Larling is on here. There's nothing there. Larling is simply a farm, and a wonderful pub. Since the new dual-carriageway of the A11 was built, Larling has been completely by-passed. This has given landlord Andrew Stammers a wonderful opportunity to build the old pub into an impressive dining experience. It also has its' own campsite, with excellent facilities, and is host to an annual Real Ale Festival every August. The reason it's on here, is because Andrew has become a friend, and it's my choice of somewhere to stay when in Norfolk.

The Angel Inn is a 17th century former Coaching Inn within 20 miles of the city of Norwich and the historic towns of Bury St Edmunds, Thetford, Wymondham and Diss. Originally built for Thomas Wright in 1631 it has since had approximately 30 tenants/owners.

Arthur George Stammers arrived at The Angel in 1913 with his wife Grace Rebecca. He was the son of Henry and Elizabeth Stammers who were then the licensees of The Dolphin at Harling Road station (now cottages). Previously in 1883 Henry had been the licensee of Bridgham Red Lion. Leased by Steward and Patteson the tenancy of the Angel was to last until the death of Arthur's wife in 1949. He then went into retirement.
It would be later on in 1983 his Grandson Brian Stammers would take over the tenancy with his wife Geraldine. By 1994 ownership of The Angel had been passed from Norwich Brewery to Control Securities. It was in that year it was sold to Brian, Geraldine and son Andrew, where ownership remains to this day.