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Byfords

4.6 (2994)
£25 and under
International
1-3 Shire Hall Plain, Holt, Norfolk NR25 6BG

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Byfords

4.6
£25 and under
International
Holt / Edgefield

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
A warm welcome to Byfords, a higgledy-piggledy world offering memorable dining experiences.

The restaurant serves quality world cuisine seven days a week, offering a diverse range of options for brunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and kids. Our talented chefs regularly update the menu to highlight the best seasonal flavours, featuring everything from our signature grazing dishes to mouthwatering brunches, hearty mains, indulgent desserts, and much more.

We cater to all dietary preferences, with a separate vegetarian menu, and vegan, dairy-free, and low-gluten options available, ensuring everyone can enjoy our delectable offerings.

The restaurant can get busy, so please book in advance to secure your table. See you soon!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Breakfast, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    AJ Knights
  • Neighborhood
    Holt / Edgefield
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 9 people

    Multiple dates available
    This is for Afternoon Tea booking only. Please note the £10 fee is a deposit and the remainder will need to be paid at the property. Please let us know any dietary requirements at booking and bookings must be made 24-hours in advance.
    Afternoon Tea Photo
  • The Last Chapter - Murder Mystery High Tea

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 8 people

    Oct 23, 2026 - Nov 6, 2026
    Something new is coming to Byfords this Halloween Six old friends return to Byfords for a reunion. By the end of the night, one of them is dead. Everyone has a reason to be angry. Several people can’t fully account for where they were. And the evidence left behind tells more than one story. For the first time, our famous High Tea is getting a murderous twist. Welcome to The Last Chapter at Byfords - a self-guided murder mystery experience, available for two weeks only. You’ll work through suspect profiles, witness statements, old photographs, letters and physical clues to piece together what really happened. At the end, submit your final accusation and all will be revealed. If you crack the case, you’ll be entered into a draw with everyone else who solved it correctly, with one lucky detective winning an overnight stay at Byfords. The question is: who wrote Sebastian Vale’s final chapter? Friday 23 October – Friday 6 November, served 2–4pm £45.00 per person | £40.50 with Norfolk Passport
    The Last Chapter - Murder Mystery High Tea Photo
  • FestiviTEA High Tea

    £10.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 9 people

    Dec 1, 2026 - Dec 23, 2026
    Settle in amongst the twinkling lights, roaring fires and cosy corners, and let our lovely team bring a little festive magic to your table with FestiviTEA. Our chefs have been busy dreaming up a high tea full of seasonal treats, from festive sandwiches and buttery scones to tasty savouries and show-stopping, handcrafted cakes that are (almost!) too pretty to eat. Perfect for catching up with friends, treating the family or sharing something special with someone you love, FestiviTEA is a wonderfully Byfords-y way to celebrate the season. Served Tuesday 1 December - Wednesday 23 December, 2pm - 4pm £38.00 per adult | £34.20 with Norfolk Passport £19.50 per child | £17.55 with Norfolk Passport
    FestiviTEA High Tea Photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Byfords.

4.6

4.6
(2994)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Norfolk/Suffolk

    Great for brunch

  • North Norfolk

    Best Overall

  • North Norfolk

    Best Service

  • North Norfolk

    Best Ambiance

  • North Norfolk

    Great for brunch

  • North Norfolk

    Healthy

  • North Norfolk

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Byfords stands out for its "lovely food and atmosphere," with consistently "excellent service" and "friendly, professional staff." Guests rave about the "gorgeous food" and "relaxing atmosphere," making it a "favorite for Norfolk holidays." The restaurant is praised for its "creative and fun" experiences like the murder mystery afternoon tea, providing a memorable dining experience.
2,994 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    Leicestershire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely get together of friends - perfect place, lovely food, attentive but not intrusive service and great price with the passport. Look forward to being back on Sunday for afternoon tea. Thank you

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  2. Julie

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a really lovely time at byfords, however really very disappointed by the noise level in our room 11 by delivery drivers at 6.15am. This was not the relaxing stay we hoped for sadly!

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  3. Graham

    Norfolk/Suffolk6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place to eat , varied menu at fair prices, lovely ambience, great friendly staff.

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  4. Tina

    Norfolk/Suffolk3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just love it here, my friend and I book every month, we have done for a few years. Always a lovely coffee, brunch and a good catch up. Such a pleasure. On the very odd time we have tried elsewhere in Holt we always come back.

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  5. Huw

    Cambridge5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch, as always, friendly service, as always. Arrived an hour earlier than our booking but team still found us a table. Pizzas delicious, amazingly thin crusts, perfect. Kippers also excellent. Always a treat to visit. Thank you.

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  6. Emma

    Newcastle1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Byfords and have been visiting very regularly for over 20 years. The ambience is great and service excellent. But, the menu has been recently reduced and unfortunately all of our favourites have been stripped out (pasties, sausage rolls, fish finger sandwich, soup, cakes). We are local customers but sadly this will really reduce our visits. We recognise they have made many positive changes this year but sadly, this doesn’t feel in any way progressive. Sorry Byfords …

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  7. Chloe

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came to Byfords for the murder mystery high tea with my partner. The whole experience was amazing, food was delicious, we received a hot drink each and a refill with our food and staff were very attentive, friendly and helpful. High tea was beautifully presented and tasted delicious. There was plenty of food for both of us and we even took some home in a little box. The added quest of solving the murder mystery was a fantastic idea and brought lots of fun to the afternoon. I would highly recommend and will be back! Thank you!

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  8. Gia

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best afternoon tea experience yet. Attended the murder mystery afternoon tea, so much thought went into this and what an excellent experience it was. Staff were attentive and helpful. Food was delicious, and the whole afternoon was immersive as if we were the detectives. Would recommend this to anyone, and hope there will be more to come in the future. Looking forward to a part 2! Thankyou byfords and team! Amazing!

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  9. Margaret

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent place for brunch. Always try to visit when I am in Norfolk.

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  10. LIZ

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience! Amazing staff, great varied and unique high tea, Murder Mystery Halloween atmosphere and general fun time. So much so, we’ve booked for New Year’s Eve.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, Breakfast, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    AJ Knights
  • Neighborhood
    Holt / Edgefield
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Byfords is especially lovely for afternoon tea, many guests praise the traditional afternoon/high tea as a highlight and a reliably enjoyable time to visit.

Byfords' afternoon/high tea is notably generous, guests mention sandwich top‑ups, teapot refills and even take‑away boxes for leftovers.

Byfords feels warm and inviting, a beautifully decorated all‑day café and B&B with exposed beams, cosy nooks, and a laid‑back dining room with window tables overlooking the street.

Yes, families regularly dine here, children are welcomed and there’s a children’s menu (families often bring kids and enjoy pizzas and family visits).

Private dining isn't part of Byfords' offering, private parties are not available, and the restaurant focuses on its open dining room and convivial atmosphere.

Yes, guests report Byfords running holiday afternoon teas, with visitors booking and attending Easter afternoon tea and a Boxing Day afternoon tea.

Sunday evenings are a lovely choice, guests report very positive Sunday evening dinners at Byfords with attentive, professional service.

Yes, Byfords is a lovely pick for a special evening; guests have celebrated anniversaries here and praise the welcoming service, attractive setting and very good food.

Casual Dress, everyday, comfortable clothing is entirely appropriate for dining at Byfords.

How FAQ content is generated

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. Norfolk/Suffolk
  4. North Norfolk
  5. Holt / Edgefield

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Byfords

4.6
£25 and under
International
Holt / Edgefield

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
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