A proper Broads free house

Good food, local ales
& a warm welcome

Tucked beside the River Ant in the heart of Ludham, The Dog Inn serves home-cooked food all day, well-kept local real ales, and a genuine country-pub welcome — for you, the family and the dog.

Home-cooked, locally sourced Dog & family friendly Gluten-free options Own camping & caravan site

Welcome to The Dog

A comfortable free house on the Norfolk Broads

Recently and lovingly refurbished, The Dog Inn is a relaxed, welcoming pub just a short stroll from the River Ant. Whether you've moored up for lunch, walked over with the dog, or come to camp for the weekend, you'll find a friendly bar, good honest food and a proper pint waiting.

Plenty of outside seating — some of it covered — makes it a lovely spot whatever the Norfolk weather decides to do.

  • Locally sourced, home-cooked meals served all day
  • A rotating selection of local real ales
  • Children and dogs always welcome
  • Riverside garden with covered seating

Food & Drink

Honest home cooking, done properly

Fresh, locally sourced ingredients turned into comforting pub classics — served all day, every day.

Home-cooked food

A great range of locally sourced, home-cooked meals — from lunchtime bites to hearty mains — all prepared fresh in our kitchen.

Local real ales

A well-kept, rotating selection of real ales from local Norfolk breweries, plus lagers, wines and spirits for every taste.

Gluten-free choices

Many of our dishes are available gluten free — just ask at the bar and our team will happily talk you through the options.

Booking is recommended, especially at weekends and over the summer. Call us on 01692 630321.

Stay a while

Our camping & caravan site

Wake up on the Norfolk Broads with the pub right on your doorstep. Our own site sits alongside The Dog — perfect for exploring the rivers, walks and wildlife.

Tents & touring

Space for tents, tourers and motorhomes on level, well-kept pitches — with the bar just a few steps away.

By the River Ant

A brilliant base for boating, paddleboarding, birdwatching and long Broads walks straight from the site.

Everything on hand

Good food, cold drinks and a warm welcome each evening — plus the shops and slipways of Ludham close by.

Enquire about pitches

Find us

Opening hours & how to reach us

Right in the village of Ludham, easy to find by road, on foot or by boat.

Opening hours

Food served throughout the day. Hours can vary on bank holidays & for events — please call to confirm.

Monday12:00 – 10:00pm
Tuesday12:00 – 10:00pm
Wednesday12:00 – 10:00pm
Thursday12:00 – 11:00pm
Friday12:00 – 11:00pm
Saturday12:00 – 11:00pm
Sunday12:00 – 10:00pm
Find us

The Dog Inn, Ludham,
Norfolk NR29 5NY

Come and see us at The Dog

Book a table, ask about camping, or just pop in for a pint. We'd love to welcome you to Ludham.