Blackfriars Tavern Great Yarmouth

19/06/2026

Robbie Knox — former Soccer AM presenter, YouTuber and co-founder of Bin Day Brewing Co. — first discovered The Blackfriars Tavern by chance. He loved it so much he came back with American Rose Rulando () to make a feature about why CAMRA named us National Cider & Perry Pub of the Year 2025.

The resulting video, titled I visited the UK’s OFFICIAL BEST cider pub, is a proper look at what makes this place tick. Rose called it “the dream British pub” — and we’re inclined to agree.

Robbie and Rose spent time in the bar sampling the ciders (including a rather good rhubarb number), took in the bar billiards, tucked into some pies, and soaked up the atmosphere that makes Blackfriars what it is: homely, community-driven, a hidden gem, and very much a real local neighbourhood pub.

Robbie Knox returned to The Blackfriars Tavern with a film crew to find out why CAMRA named us National Cider & Perry Pub of the Year 2025. Rose Rulando called it “the dream British pub.” Watch the full YouTube feature.

19/06/2026

It is nearly time. The Blackfriars Tavern Beer, Cider & Perry Festival returns from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th July, and it is shaping up to be a rather fine weekend.
Three days of proper ale, proper cider, proper perry, live music, good company and all the things that make this pub what it is.

What to expect
30 real ales — a mix of Norfolk brewers and brewers from further afield. The full beer list released on Monday 6th July.
60 ciders & perries — Norfolk producers and beyond. Cider list published Friday 3rd July.
6 Belgian beers on draught, 6 Independent Brewer craft keg beers, plus low-alcohol beer, low-alcohol cider, and a range of soft drinks for those taking it steady.
Opening times
Friday 10th: 11am – 10pm (food 1pm – 8pm)
Saturday 11th: 11am – 10pm (food 1pm – 8pm)
Sunday 12th: 11am – 8:30pm, including CAMRA Presentation for Norfolk Pub of the Year and Norfolk Cider & Perry Pub of the Year around 2:30pm
Note: There will be no fish and chips during the festival weekend.

The Blackfriars Tavern Beer, Cider & Perry Festival returns 10th–12th July. 30 ales, 60 ciders, live music, and three days of proper pub atmosphere.

12/06/2026

It's the launch weekend and obviously it's available at the Blackfriars Tavern, but only while stock last. Be Quick!

Juicy, soft and tropical -bursting with peach, passionfruit and tropical fruit, smooth, hazy and well-balanced with vibrant hop aroma and flavours with a clean fruity punch. Using locally grown barley, oats and wheat with Mosaic, Simcoe, Citra, Azacca and Nectaron hops.

06/06/2026

Available now, while stocks last at the Blackfriars Tavern, recently judged to be the National CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain

Available now, while stocks last at the Blackfriars Tavern, recently judged to be the National CAMRA Champion Beer of BritainChristine Cryne, Champion Beer

26/05/2026

Obviously, you all know that tonight is our quiz night this month, and this means that there are no free seats inside the pub, but the beer garden is available for those in need of a long cool drink. The next quiz night will be June 30th.

Obviously, you all know that tonight is our quiz night this month, and this means that there are no free seats inside the pub, but the beer garden is available

20/05/2026

First Thursday of each month beginning 4th June 7 pm. Our folk sessions welcome everyone, from the curious to the experienced. You don't have to sing or play an instrument. And you don't have to play an instrument to sing. You can just bring yourself and come along to listen.

Folk music, put simply, is music of the people, for the people and by the people. It is ordinary people sharing the songs that matter to them. Songs about life back then. Songs about now Songs to move you. Songs to make you think.

Great Yarmouth has a rich tradition of folk music. Folk singers such as Sam Larner and Harry Cox hail from these parts. We think it's time to bring it back.

Now's the time for singing. A GY Folk night. https://www.blackfriarstavern.co.uk/folk-music-nights-at-the-blackfriars-tavern/

18/05/2026

Don't forget that tonight is our monthly amateur brewers evening. Bring your brews, problems or plans and get affirmation, help or support from like other minded amateurs. Occasionally with visits from Norfolk commercial brewers! Beers (not just beers) and a friendly supportive environment - what's not to like?

08/05/2026

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of live music, sing-alongs and good company as Liquorice take to the stage from 2pm–5pm this Friday 8th May. The perfect way to kick off your weekend — grab a pint (or a cider 🏆), pull up a chair, and let the music do the rest. Fish & chips available too. What more could you want? 📍 The Blackfriars Tavern, 94 Blackfriars Road, Great Yarmouth 🕑 2pm – 5pm | Free entry

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of live music, sing-alongs and good company as Liquorice take to the stage from 2pm–5pm this Friday 8th May. The perfect way

30/04/2026

The last of this year's brew of Lacon's Brewers Series Chris was delivered by Chris himself last week, and it's on this week, get it before it goes!

Vibrant and zesty, this cloudy wheat beer is packed with flavour and backs it up with a full mouthfeel. Soft on bitterness this is a very quaffable spring treat. Vegan friendly!

The last of this year's brew of Lacon's Brewers Series Chris was delivered by Chris himself last week, and it's on this week, get it before it goes!Vibr

27/04/2026

New on the bar: 27 April 2026 · 5% ABV · Sparkling Medium Cider

There's a particular kind of joy that arrives with the first proper sunshine of the year — and we've timed our latest draught addition perfectly. Meet Nirvana by Tricky Cider: a sparkling medium cider from the Somerset Levels that more than earns its name.

A picture of a half pint of Nirvana (a sparkling real cider available at the Blackfriars Tavern Great Yarmouth)

What Is Nirvana?

Nirvana is a 5% ABV sparkling medium cider made by Tricky Cider at Netherham Farm, Low Ham, near Langport in Somerset. It arrived on the bar here at Blackfriars on 24 April 2026 — and if you've been putting up with industrial keg cider, this is the wake-up call you didn't know you needed.

Clean and crisp on the pour, it has that characteristic Somerset snap: a blend of bittersweet and bittersharp apples giving it genuine tannin structure and balanced acidity. Medium-sweet without ever becoming cloying.

New on the bar: 24 April 2026 · 5% ABV · Sparkling Medium CiderThere's a particular kind of joy that arrives with the first proper sunshine of the yea