Giving something back – proud winners of Broadland Business in the Community 2025 & 2026
The Shoulder of Mutton has always been about more than a good pint & honest home cooked food.
From local clubs and community groups to charity quizzes, fundraising, village celebrations & simply bringing people together, we’re proud to play our part in Strumpshaw village life.
Winning Broadland Business in the Community for two consecutive years means an enormous amount to us, because it’s recognition of something we’ve always believed in — a proper village pub should be at the heart of its community.
Here’s just some of what goes on at the Mutton.
- Supporting Girls & Women’s Sport
We’re proud to support girls’ & women’s sport in our local community. Norwich Wildcats Rugby We’re long-standing sponsors of Norwich Wildcats, where Bob is also one of the coaches. It’s been wonderful watching the girls develop their skills, grow in confidence & progress to county level and beyond. Brundall Bolts FC We’re also proud sponsors… Read more: Supporting Girls & Women’s Sport - Bringing People Together
A village pub should be somewhere people can meet, make friends, share interests & enjoy a bit of company. We’re delighted to provide a home for several local groups, whether it’s a morning coffee, an afternoon of crafting or an evening spent talking about classic cars and motorcycles. Pétanque at The Mutton Our pétanque terrain… Read more: Bringing People Together - Ramble & Ramble – Walking, Wellbeing & Friendship
Sometimes the simplest things bring people together, & that’s exactly what Ramble & Ramble is all about. Our walking group brings people together to enjoy the beautiful countryside around Strumpshaw, discover local footpaths, explore the surrounding villages & enjoy a good natter along the way. Led by Stephen & Marie, the walks are as much… Read more: Ramble & Ramble – Walking, Wellbeing & Friendship - Village Life & Traditions
Strumpshaw may be a small Norfolk village, but it’s certainly not short of history, character or traditions, & we’re proud that the Shoulder of Mutton plays a part in village life. Our annual beer festival MuttonStock is a celebration of everything we love about a proper village pub. With a fantastic selection of real ales,… Read more: Village Life & Traditions - Charity & Fundraising
Our customers are a very generous bunch. Since restarting our fundraising after Covid in 2023, events at The Mutton & Dani’s charity swimming challenges have raised £26,906, alongside money raised specifically for our senior citizens’ free Christmas lunch. Charity quizzes, pétanque & Easter fairs — £12,957 Our monthly Monday charity quiz supports a different charity… Read more: Charity & Fundraising