A historic watering hole in Norwich, thought to be the oldest in the city, has been named one of the UK's most unusual pubs.

The Adam and Eve in Bishopgate features in National Geographic's new guide to the UK's weird and wonderful drinking spots. 

It opened in 1249 for the "small army of hungry and thirsty stonemasons working on Norwich Cathedral" and it served the workers bread, cheese and ale.

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It has many historical features and there is also evidence of an Anglo-Saxon well below the foundations. 

Eastern Daily Press: The Adam and Eve pub in Norwich Picture: Denise BradleyThe Adam and Eve pub in Norwich Picture: Denise Bradley (Image: Copyright: Archant 2017)

The pub is said to be haunted by the "friendly ghost" of Lord Sheffield, nicknamed Sam, who is thought to have been killed there during the 1549 Kett's Rebellion.

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Landlady Rita McCluskey said: "Some regulars claim Sam makes off with coats and scarves (usually returned the next day).

"We are also the starting point for Norwich’s weekly ghost walks."

The focus is on conversation at the pub, which has no TV or music, and celebrity visitors over the years include singer Feargal Sharkey, comedian Vic Reeves and Norfolk pop artist Colin Self.