Chestnut expands with Norfolk hotel purchase

Le Strange Arms in Norfolk's Old Hunstanton has been bought by the Chestnut group for an undisclosed sum.

The expansive site is located on the North Norfolk coast and features its own beach-side access, 60 bedrooms, self-catering lodges and separate pub The Mariner.

Following the acquisition of The Old Bridge Hotel, Huntingdon, and the opening of The Maltings, Weybourne, in early August, Le Strange Arms will become part of the group’s latest concept of Big Houses. 

"We are absolutely delighted to have acquired this iconic venue," says Philip Turner, founder and MD of Chestnut. "We’ve made no secret of the fact that we believe that Norfolk is strategically important to our growth ambition. I have personally known the property for many years and am honoured to have the opportunity to navigate Le Strange Arms and The Mariner pub in the next leg of its journey."

The addition of Le Strange Arms to the Chestnut portfolio comes shortly after the acquisitions of The Lifeboat Inn and The Chequers Inn earlier this year.

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