Dating from the 17th century, The Coachmakers Arms is a Grade II listed real ale pub on St Stephens Road, Norwich. This former coaching inn stands on the site of an old asylum and is believed to be haunted. The spacious courtyard has been converted into a large drinking area, and there is a pleasant garden patio for long summer evenings.
The outside features one of the John Murray-Smith murals found in pubs across Norwich.
We are dedicated to providing the best pints in Norwich. Beer is served on gravity dispense from behind the bar, with five ales usually available, alongside Hawkstone and Aspall's and guest beers from local breweries and further afield.
Our regular line-up, which we regularly rotate, includes:
Big Matches. Big screens. Great pints.
The Coachmakers Arms will show select FIFA World Cup 2026 matches — key fixtures from the 48-team tournament across the USA, Mexico and Canada in June and July 2026.
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| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Saturday | 11:00 – 23:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 22:30 |
We're at 9 St. Stephens Road, Norwich, NR1 3SP — a short walk from Norwich city centre. Use the map below for directions.
Yes. Beer is served on gravity dispense from behind the bar, with five ales usually available alongside Hawkstone, Aspall's and guest beers from local breweries and further afield.
Yes. We have a spacious courtyard drinking area and a pleasant garden patio — ideal for long summer evenings.
We show major sporting events on big screens, including Premiership, Champions League and Europa League football, rugby, cricket, and select FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.
Our upstairs function room is available for private gatherings. Catering can be provided.
Monday to Saturday 11:00–23:00; Sunday 12:00–22:30.
The Coachmakers Arms offers a charming traditional pub atmosphere with a strong focus on quality ales and a cozy setting. Guests appreciate the wide beer selection, warm welcomes, and authentic vibe. While some report room for improvement, it's safe to say this pub remains a delightful spot for a pint or a game of darts.
Brilliant traditional pub with gravity-poured real ales in excellent condition. Warm welcome from the staff and a proper Norwich local atmosphere — exactly the kind of place you want for a quiet pint or a game of darts in the courtyard.
Great traditional pub with gravity poured real ales in tip top condition. Bar area is good with an outdoor area which was popular. The price of the ale was fair and the service excellent. The pub is about a mile from Norwich railway station.
Fabulous find! Brilliant range of beers, cask conditioned and gravity poured. Perfect beer drinking location. Will definitely be back.
Lovely atmospheric pub. We called in here after a long coach journey. The staff were so nice and even called a cab for us to our accommodation when we asked if they knew any local cab companies.
Staff were very friendly and the pub has a good atmosphere — arrive early to get a table. The food was fantastic and the prices are some of the best I've seen at a pub. Will be returning in the future.
