What's On

From hosted wine tastings and live music to seasonal menus, afternoon tea and festive celebrations, discover everything happening at the Maids Head throughout the year. Whether you're joining us for an evening or extending your stay, there's always something to look forward to.

Events Coming Up

Seasonal events, memorable dining and experiences worth planning for.

Friday 13th November at 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Festive Wine Tasting Dinner

Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

Four seasonal dishes from our new festive menu, each paired with a wine chosen and presented by our Hallgarten wine specialist.

Sunday 6th December at 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Festive Murder Mystery Dinner

Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

A three-course dinner with a festive whodunnit from A Handful of Monkeys. Fancy dress optional, sharp wits essential.

Sunday 13th December at 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Christmas Choir Sunday Lunch

Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

Invidia Voices sing you in before a traditional three-course Sunday lunch, then return over coffee for more Christmas favourites.

Sunday 13th December at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Santa’s Tea Party

Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

A children’s tea party with cake decorating, entertainment and a gift from Santa. One adult per child goes free.

Sunday 13th December at 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Festive Murder Mystery Dinner

Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

A three-course dinner with a festive whodunnit from A Handful of Monkeys. Fancy dress optional, sharp wits essential.

Sunday 20th December at 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Christmas Choir Sunday Lunch

Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

Invidia Voices sing you in before a traditional three-course Sunday lunch, then return over coffee for more Christmas favourites.

Thursday 31st December at 7:00 pm to 1:00 am

New Year’s Eve Candlelit Dinner Party

The WinePress, Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

A four-course tasting menu in The WinePress, then our resident DJ until 1am. Stay-over packages available.

Thursday 31st December at 7:00 pm to 1:00 am

Masquerade Gala Ball

Minstrel Suite, Maids Head Hotel Tombland, Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom

A five-course tasting menu in the Minstrel Suite, then a live band until 1am. Stay-over packages available.

The Journal

News, itineraries, and the occasional story

18th August 2026

Sunday Roast at The Maids Head

Picture the smell of gravy drifting through the room. Add a table full of trimmings. Then add a few relaxed hours with nowhere else to go. At the Maids Head Hotel, the UK's oldest hotel, we turn Sunday Roast into a proper occasion.

Sunday Roast at The Maids Head

5th August 2026

Afternoon Tea Week Norwich

There’s always something a little special about Afternoon Tea here at The Maids Head. This August, we have teamed up with a wonderful Norfolk charity for Afternoon Tea week.

Afternoon Tea Week Norwich

23rd July 2026

Summer Dining in Norwich

New Summer Menu, courtyard dining and 800 years of history – discover summer at The Maids Head Hotel, UK’s oldest hotel.

Summer Dining in Norwich