The White Horse Inn - Badwell Ash

17/06/2026

Calling all food and drink heroes of Norfolk & Suffolk 🍴

The Norfolk & Suffolk Food and Drink Awards are back, and entries are OPEN until 5th July! Whether you're a café, restaurant, producer, retailer or hospitality superstar – this is your chance to showcase the very best of what you do.

👉 Enter now: www.norfolksuffolkfada.co.uk

And it’s not just for businesses…
💬 We want to hear from YOU too!

If you’ve got a favourite local spot, delicious hidden gem, or standout foodie experience, make sure you cast your vote and support the businesses you love 💛

Let’s celebrate the incredible food and drink scene across our region!



EDP24

08/06/2026

We’re absolutely delighted to share some fantastic news…

Our General Manager, Tom Sparkes, has been named Hospitality Hero 2026 at the Velvet Cambridgeshire & Suffolk Food & Drink Awards.

Since announcing Tom as a finalist, there has been an overwhelming amount of support, kind messages and encouragement from our customers and local community. Thank you to everyone who took the time to wish him luck and recognise the dedication he brings to The White Horse Inn.

This award is a well-deserved recognition of Tom’s passion for hospitality, commitment to customer experience and dedication to supporting the future of the industry. We are incredibly proud to have him leading our team.

Please join us in congratulating Tom on this wonderful achievement. We look forward to welcoming you to The White Horse Inn soon, where Tom and the team will continue to deliver the warm hospitality, attentive service and delicious food and beverages that make our pub so special.

Velvet Magazine

27/05/2026

Don't forget Father’s Day is just around the corner on Sunday 21st June, book now before tables fill up!

Celebrate with great food, good company and a relaxed afternoon at The White Horse Inn while we take care of the cooking and washing up. Whether you’re joining us for a traditional Sunday roast or drinks in the bar, we’d love to welcome you.

To reserve your table, call 01359 258200 or send us a message.

Still searching for the perfect gift? Our gift cards are the ideal treat; available to purchase in any amount and can be enjoyed across both our bar and restaurant.

26/05/2026

Enjoy fresh dishes from our menu like this starter; Mackerel and Horseradish Pâté with Fennel, Grapes and Focaccia

08/05/2026

We’re incredibly proud to share that our General Manager, Tom Sparkes, has been shortlisted for Hospitality Hero of the Year in the Velvet Food & Drink Awards 2026!

Tom is a huge part of what makes The White Horse Inn what it is today. His passion for hospitality, dedication to customer experience and commitment to supporting the future of the industry are recognised not only within our team, but across the wider hospitality sector.

Alongside leading the team here at The White Horse Inn, Tom has worked closely with organisations including Futures For All, Chef Whites at Suffolk New College, and Cambridge Regional College, helping to provide work experience opportunities, demonstrations and industry insight for young people looking to enter hospitality.

We’re delighted to see his hard work and enthusiasm recognised with this shortlist nomination; a very well deserved achievement.

Congratulations Tom, and good luck from all of us at The White Horse Inn for the final!

Velvet Magazine

16/04/2026

Join us for our next themed food menu on Wednesday 6th May 2026. We have a delicious selection of dishes celebrating the love for Seafood!

To book please call 01359 258200 or drop us a message 🐟🦞

24/03/2026

We are open over the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend!

Join us this Easter Sunday at The White Horse Inn for a relaxed and delicious celebration with family and friends. Enjoy our traditional Sunday Roasts, including Roast Beef, Chicken or Lamb Shoulder, alongside seasonal favourites such as our Butternut Squash Wellington and Baked Plaice.

We’ll also be open on Bank Holiday Monday (6th) from 12pm – 10pm, perfect for extending the Easter weekend with a drink or a meal.

You can book your table in advance by
calling 01359 258200 or drop us a message!

20/03/2026

Spaces available for our Steak Night on Wednesday 1st April. Call or message to book!

Steak Night at The White Horse Inn, Badwell Ash!

Join us for our next Themed Food Night on Wednesday 1st April 2026...

Choose your favourite cut of steak, pair it with your choice of side and sauce, and enjoy a relaxed evening of great food. You can also add a starter, dessert or extra sides from our main menu to make the evening your own.

Whether you're a steak lover or just fancy a midweek treat, we’d love to welcome you.

Call 01359 258200 to book, or send us a message to reserve your table.

19/03/2026

The search for Britain’s 100 Best Local Restaurants 2026...

If you’ve enjoyed your time with us at The White Horse Inn, we would be incredibly grateful if you would consider nominating us. This is all about recognising places where great food and welcoming service go hand in hand; somewhere you feel just as comfortable stopping by for a quick meal as you do celebrating with friends and family.

Your nomination would mean a great deal to our whole team and helps shine a light on what we strive to create every day.

Nominations close on 16th April, those who enter also have the chance to win £250 to spend at a Good Food Guide restaurant of their choice!

Thank you for your continued support, and for helping us share what makes our pub so special.

Nominate here: https://www.thegoodfoodguide.co.uk/best-local-restaurant/nominations

13/03/2026

We’re excited to share that nominations are now open for the Velvet Magazine Food & Drink Awards 2026.

If you’ve enjoyed dining or visiting us at The White Horse Inn Badwell Ash, we would be incredibly grateful if you would consider nominating us in the Pub/Bar of the Year or Restaurant of the Year categories.

These awards mean a great deal to our whole team, and the nominations come directly from the people who visit and support us. Taking a moment to nominate us is a wonderful way to recognise the hard work of our kitchen and front of house teams who strive to create a welcoming experience for every guest.

If you would like to nominate us, you can do so here: https://www.iliffemediapromotions.co.uk/velvet-food-drink-awards/nominate/

From coffee shops to master chefs, now’s the time to nominate your food and drink favourites from across both Cambridgeshire and Suffolk.. . .