Norfolk Arms

Just been down to Norfolk Arms as we do most Wednesdays. Pizzas were brilliant as usual. We also had the Sheffield platter for £10.00. Don't bother. Two mini pork pies, two pieces of stale black pudding and a scotch egg. Mentioned it to staff but no response. Stick to Wednesday pizza.

Doug.

I recently visit this pub but please, please will the brewery get the landlord out. He has no care of his customers and is just waiting to get out. He can often be see sleeping in the corner, and when you ask to be served it's the biggest job in the world.

Sad waste of a once-good pub.

You step back in time in this pub, badly needing a lick of paint new carpet and fixings ect... The landlord has given up. Shame, as this pub was once a good pub.

Good choice of handpulls, but this pub lacks atmosphere. Unless you like drinking alone I don't recommend.

The landlord kept his beer in excellent condition when I last visited over two years ago. His skills stop at the cellar head. Visit this pub to see Basil Fawlty in action.

My father, who recently died, was a regular at this pub for many years and always found the present landlord, Andy, to be not only pleasant (he did acknowledge not everyone liked him), but even bought my father a whisky many a time and offered his car if ever my father needed urgently to go anywhere. He was always very pleasant to me also.

Read a couple of negative things about him so just thought it only right that I put my positive review.

Excellent hand-pulled beers, all kept pristine. A tribute to the landlord's skill.

In need of a massive refurb and a new landlord. Me and my family spent a lot of money and time in this pub in the past years, and I have to agree with Mr Williams - the landlord became very obnoxious and rude to the people who were paying his wages.

A pub to be avoided.

Got to agree with Peter Williams. Beer may be good, shame about the host. Give it a miss.

Best pint of traditional beer in Sheffield. Absolution & Pale Rider are not to be missed.

Peter Williams must have personal reasons for not liking the landlord, but all of his beers are second to none!

Used to be one of the best pubs in the village until the current landlord drove everyone out with his abusive and rude behaviour.

Would advise anyone to give it a wide berth unless the the current landlord leaves.

The Norfolk Arms, at one time a popular pub in Grenoside, is set to reopen after being sold to a new owner. Local residents and community leaders have confirmed that the new buyer is now in possession of the pub and has plans to fully refurbish the site, which has been closed for approximately four years.

The sale, which has been verified by the former owners and the property agents Fleurets, marks the start of major restoration work at the pub. According to Michael Levery, a local councillor for West Ecclesfield and resident of Grenoside, the refurbishment will take about 12 months to complete. Levery expressed optimism about the reopening, stating, "I'm sure local residents will welcome the return of the Norfolk after it closed pre-COVID."

The Norfolk Arms has been a staple of the Grenoside community for generations. Built in the 19th century, the pub has undergone several extensions over the years but has remained a popular spot until its closure during the COVID-19 pandemic. The new owner's plans are in line with previously approved renovation proposals, which aim to bring the venue back to its former glory.

These plans include demolishing the existing rear conservatory, adding an extension at the back, and linking the pub with an adjacent outbuilding. The renovation is expected to modernise the space while preserving the pub's historic charm. A key focus of the project is to enhance the pub's offering by including a more comprehensive food menu, which was a prominent feature in the planning application approved by Sheffield City Council in 2023.

The council-approved renovation plans highlighted that these upgrades will help "re-establish [the pub's] popularity within the City" and improve its capacity to serve both indoor and outdoor customers. The Norfolk Arms will be able to host 165 guests inside and an additional 146 outdoors, thanks to its large garden and parking facilities.

The reopening of the Norfolk Arms is seen as a significant development for Grenoside and the surrounding areas. Many local residents have fond memories of the pub, which was well-regarded for its friendly atmosphere, lovely food, and community spirit. Online reviews prior to its closure praised it as a "fantastic" venue with "friendly staff," and the hope is that the pub will regain its former reputation.

Given its prime location on Penistone Road, a busy main road within a densely populated suburb, the Norfolk Arms has the potential to attract not only local residents but also visitors from across Sheffield. With ample parking, outdoor space, and a refurbished interior, the pub has the potential to become a popular destination once again.

The renovation of the Norfolk Arms represents more than just the reopening of a pub; it signals a revival of a key part of Grenoside's social fabric. After four long years, the community can look forward to welcoming back a local amenity that had once been a bustling hub of activity.