Norwich pizzeria Donnelli's put up for sale by retiring owner

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 07:02 · Archive

Eric Donnelly is selling Norwich pizzeria Donnelli's after 11 years to retire.

Eric Donnelly, a 65-year-old slater by trade, is putting Donnelli's Pizzeria on the market after 11 years running the Norwich business. The Northumbrian-born owner, son of Irish parents, opened the Timberhill pizzeria in 2015 after developing what he calls the 'perfect dough' through experimentation in his garage. He began selling pizzas at festivals before opening the restaurant.

Donnelly moved to Norwich in 1983, where he roofed the Norwich Crown Courts and later managed the Long Arms pub in Spixworth. It was at the pub that he first began making pizzas. He hopes a new owner will share his passion for the business, saying 'It's a lot of hard work but the best part is the feedback from our customers.'

Even as he seeks a buyer, Donnelly is pushing the business forward. He is extending opening hours to serve pastries and toasties in the mornings, with plans to sell food from Bread Source. He said he is 'not in any rush' to sell. In retirement, he plans to travel more with his wife.

How it is being reported

• Norwich pizzeria up for sale as owner plans retirementNorthumbrian-born Eric Donnelly is selling Norwich pizzeria Donnelli’s after 11 years.Eastern Daily Press · 18 Oct, 06:00
• Norwich pizzeria up for sale as owner plans retirementNorthumbrian-born Eric Donnelly is selling Norwich pizzeria Donnelli’s after 11 years.Norwich Evening News · 18 Oct, 06:00

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