The Cat House
Norwich, Norfolk
The Cat House is a cat lounge and cat-themed arts centre in a former gospel hall on Dereham Road in Norwich, west of the city centre, with its own car park. Opened in 2023, it is home to more than 20 cats of around 14 breeds, most of them rescues, and the cats live there permanently rather than being rehomed. Lounge sessions of 60 or 90 minutes include a first drink, and there are quiet-hour sessions on Wednesday mornings and cosy evening sessions on some weekends. Advance booking online is advised. Visitors must be 10 or older, with exceptions for 8- and 9-year-olds after a cat awareness session. It serves Strangers coffee, loose-leaf teas, local cakes including gluten-free and vegan options and local beer, and visitors may bring their own sandwiches. It also has an outdoor catio, cat board games, a local cat art gallery and regular workshops.