Chestnut acquires The Gin Trap Inn

The Gin Trap Inn has become the latest acquisition for Chestnut, East Anglia’s growing hospitality business.

Located in the north Norfolk coastal village of Ringstead, The Gin Trap Inn is the group’s fourth Norfolk acquisition in 2024, taking its pub with rooms portfolio to 16. 

Chestnut recently opened The Maltings, a 28-bedroom hotel in Weybourne alongside The Grain Store, a barn-style restaurant and bar overlooking the sea.

"This year has been a busy Norfolk year for the business," says MD Philip Turner. "We started this journey in March 2020, one week prior to lockdown, and four years later we have almost 200 bedrooms across the county. We remain an ambitious business trying to make a difference for our guests and team – this week we opened our second 'winter garden' at The Globe, Wells-next-the-Sea, serving cheese fondues and tartiflette pizzas. 

"Building community around our properties is a huge priority for us through The Giving Tree – our charitable foundation which is aiming to raise of £15,000 over this period to support local charities. We take our role as a significant regional employer, with over 200 people, seriously and are keen to develop strong relationships with those promoting north Norfolk as the go-to destination. I have known The Gin Trap Inn for many years and feel privileged that Chestnut has the chance to be part of the future."

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