Taking advantage of our trip to the east of England (or the west, as Hector might try to argue...), Dr Stan and I decided to do a day trip to Norwich. After spending the morning wandering around, we made our way to the Fat Cat (described in the GGB as a 20 minute walk from the centre of town). It is worth the walk! My reading of the board disclosed 28 real ales available, including Kelham Island Pale Rider. I had to try this, if only to commemorate the other Fat Cat. Sadly, it is still not the pint it used to be.
Despite the number of tempting biers on offer, after a few pints we decided that we should try some other pubs. The Alexandra Tavern was next - a short walk from the Fat Cat. A friendly wee pub, worth a visit if you can drag yourself away from the Fat Cat!
After this, we walked back to town and visited Take 5, the Ribs of Beef and the King's Head. All are GBG listed, and were good pubs in their own rights.
Our last Norwich pub was Ketts Tavern. Unfortunately, time was pressing, so we were unable to order a curry (to be delivered from the local takeaway!) The bacon sandwiches filled a gap.
Returning to Cambridge, we made it along to the Devonshire Arms to have a last few pints. This used to be a pub to avoid, but was taken over in January and now serves Milton beers. The pub has been turned around, and is one I will go to again!
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