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The Gin Trap Inn in Norfolk has been acquired by Chestnut, an East Anglian hospitality business, for an undisclosed sum. Located in the coastal village of Ringstead, the hotel features 16 bedrooms.
The purchase marks Chestnut’s fourth Norfolk acquisition in 2024. In addition, Chestnut has opened The Maltings, a 28-room hotel in Weybourne with The Grain Store, a barn style restaurant and bar overlooking the sea.
Chestnut founder and managing director, Philip Turner, said: “2024 has been a busy Norfolk year for the business. We started this journey in March 2020 – one week prior to lockdown, and four years later we have almost 200 bedrooms across the county. We remain an ambitious business trying to make a difference for our guests and team.
“Building community around our properties is a huge priority for us through The Giving Tree – our charitable foundation which is aiming to raise £15,000 over this period to support local charities. We take our role as a significant regional employer (excess 200 people) seriously and are keen to develop strong relationships with those promoting North Norfolk as the go-to destination. I have known The Gin Trap Inn for many years and feel privileged that Chestnut has the chance to be part of the future.”
David Lamyman, vendor of The Gin Trap Inn, added: “We have taken The Gin Trap Inn to a new level since we acquired the business in 2019. Our great reputation is thanks to a very dedicated and hard-working team of people that know what our guests want and excel at delivering it.
“Having watched Chestnut grow by acquiring such quality venues and ensuring they individually thrive, I know that The Gin Trap will be in good hands. Thank you to all those that have supported us.”
