The Bell in Stratford-on-Avon

This was our 3rd time coming here in the past 3 months as a bit of a drive but as both visits before well worth it. The food is excellent, there is a great atmosphere and you leave feeling very well looked after, both Kath and Duncan are real stars and leave a lasting impression!

I can’t praise the staff enough at this lovely pub. We had afternoon tea yesterday to celebrate my mums landmark 90th birthday. There were over 25 of us! The sandwiches and cakes were delicious. A really memorable afternoon. Thank you so much.

The staff who were looking after our table were exceptional, tending to our every need with a smile on their face even though we were a big party. The atmosphere was great and our mum had a lovely 90th birthday , we made some amazing memories, thank you

Just back from two nights at The Bell. We were three couples celebrating one of ours 'landmark' birthdays. The Bell fulfilled all our hopes that this stay would be and beyond that Bedroom was excellent with such a good bed and particularly good shower in the bathroom (room 3). Dining was spot on for two excellent evening meals, breakfast was equally as good. All the staff we came into contact with were first class. Cheerful and obliging at all times, especially as our first night was a surprise birthday celebration for one of us. Thank you a truly memorable few days.

I hadn't been to this pub in many years but when we went there for a meal recently I was very impressed. The ambience is so warm and cosy when you walk in - big candles everywhere make it look great - I hate brightly lit places, I want a romantic, relaxing atmosphere. The service was friendly and attentive - almost too good at times, needed to be left alone at points to chat etc without being checked on. The food was just gorgeous, it all looked and tasted great. It was hot and came quite quickly even though they were busy. I really liked the small dessert and coffee idea as a big pud can just make you feel stuffed! Overall we loved it - areas for improvement? It was pretty pricey for a pub and the chap looking after us was very friendly - but boy did he look scruffy! Baggy shirt hanging out and baggy, scruffy jeans. Just wear a decent shirt and nicer jeans/trousers and you create the impression you're making an effort for your customers, who after all are paying a great deal of money to eat here!

We booked a meal to celebrate my Fathers 80th Birthday. My Wife and I arrived a little early for a few drinks and after making staff aware we had arrived our waitress Sandy came over and introduced herself. Sandy took my Wife to choose a table for us all to sit at and put some table decorations on we had taken with us . When my Father arrived Sandy came straight over with a Glass of Prosecco for him. We all made our meal choices and throughly enjoyed them. The presentation of the dishes was great . Overall we had a great evening Sandy made us feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for her when looking after us. Will definantly be gong back and hopefully Sandy will be on hand to look after us.

We've not been to The Bell for many years and after such a fabulous evening on Saturday I don't know why! The Bell was the perfect location to meet friends halfway and on arrival we were so impressed with the space and ambience. Katherine looked after us so well - almost second guessing everything we needed and pacing the evening to perfection with drinks and meals arriving at just the right time and water refills without even asking. The menu is changed daily and the choice was first class. For starters the chili beef was delicious with strips of sirloin in a light batter - a huge improvement on a Chinese takeaway when you can't see or taste the beef! There was also the choice of this as a main course with salad which a friend had and it was so plentiful. Sea bass was so well cooked - as was the burger and my fish and chips were just as I like it with a fabulous homemade tartar sauce and mushy peas. Pricewise, The Bell is very reasonable for the service and standard of cuisine. I can highly recommend and we will be back very soon and thank you Katherine for outstanding service.

This is the fourth time that we have visited this pub each time. It has always been excellent. Which is difficult to achieve at this moment in time with lack of staff everywhere. Food is delicious, hot and well presented. Everywhere is clean and tidy and clean the toilets.

Lovely rooms that were very clean and comfortable.Food and service were excellent and the pub itself gorgeous,would definitely recommend and stay there again

We are locals, and visited with friends for a drink, good staff, great atmosphere

Above average gastro pubs in beautiful grounds. Great for Sunday lunch,busy,but attentive and prompt service. Good choice of real ales and wine.

My daughter and I had meals here before lots of times,it just seems to achieve more quality each time we go,a young tall man attended to us,he said this was his 3rd day here,he was amazing !he was very attentive and chatty,what a great staff member!!the food was excellent as usual,the place was packed but still service was prompt

This pub/Restaurant is five star as far as Food, Menu, Service, Decor etc. I have deducted one star due to families with no control over their children, who ruin the atmosphere for other diners. A family last night ( Two women one man two children) the women were engrossed in their phones all night, the children were running around blowing candles out on other tables and the Dad continually shouting at them but they took zero notice. Disgraceful lack of parenting, no engagement with their children whatsoever. A much loved restaurant we regularly visit has a sign up saying ‘ No WIFI here, we pretend it’s 1975 and talk to each other’ It works! These families spoiling a lovely evening out for others should be politely asked to leave. Can’t fault this lovely restaurant otherwise. Beautiful. The menu choices were varied and the food was delicious.

This is my local, have always considered it a place to go for a treat as it was a cut above but lately it’s starting to fade. Portion sizes are shrinking and the prices are increasing - so pay more for less? The atmosphere is still very welcoming, but with the food presentation looking ‘average pub grub’ it’s not a go to any more. Shame, will go again but not for a while, there are better for same/less within range.

Can't fault this cosy pub, everything was so right, from the time I arrived to the time I left. The consistency of the service was faultless and the quality of food was to die for, will definitely return.

We loved our stay at the Bell... Friendly staff, good food (especially the breakfasts!) and warm, comfortable rooms. And a great location- so close to Stratford and all things Shakespeare- right in the beautiful Cotswolds. I have no hesitation in giving the Bell 5 stars. We will be back!

Best pub food we have had in a while! Welcoming and helpful! Will defiantly be back very soon to try more of the menu and the roast dinner!

Amazing experience. 5 stars. 1st time visiting. Sandy, our server was fantastic. Very polite, friendly and attentive, knowing just when to approach and interact. Food was amazing also, will certainly visit again. Many thanks to everyone and involved

Had a delicious lunch today (New Years Day 2024) it was delivered by very friendly and attentive staff! Considering they were busy last night (waitress told me so!) they were all so pleasant. Definitely deserve a 5* review!

Excellent food and service. Situated Approximately 20 minutes outside Stratford upon Avon. Plenty of parking. Great menu - we opted for Chicken Liver Parfait and Pork Belly Bites - followed byFish & Chops, Venison pie. All cooked to perfection! I opted for a glass of Nero Avola - which was ok but lacked depth Highly Recommended

I've stayed here before, the rooms have always been great. For £130 per night I'm rather disappointed this time around. I requested to be moved from the 1st room just above the bar because of the noise including flashing toilets. It clearly states on the website that these are luxury sound proof rooms, this is not the case. Got moved to room 4 right by the main road, you can hear every car going by, its not even muffled. The room has stained carpets & walls, I tried to uploads pics but theres no option to do this. The 1st room's set up was lovely, I complained about then got moved to a smaller room. I won't be staying here again, such a shame coz I really liked the Bell.

A regular to the restaurant, staff are very accommodating and helpful. Food was amazing loved the Christmas touches to the menu.

My wife and I went for an evening meal. It’s a very friendly pub and is our local with great service and beer so we are always keen to promote it. However at the moment the food is starting to let it down. It is okay but not brilliant for the prices charged. The food no longer tastes homemade about 7/10. They need to try harder as there is better quality food at the same price locally, such as the Fuzzy Duck at Armscote. We want it to be a winner!

Nice pub with good service but the food was mediocre and a large menu which is always a concern!

2nd visit. Absolutely love this place, perfect atmosphere, warm and welcoming

Went for a family lunch. We were incredibly well looked after. Lovely comfortable pub, great vibe. Food was excellent, we will return!

Super good and attentive staff for a party of over 20 people. Would recommend and will return in the new year.

We enjoyed an excellent group meal at the Bell. Service was excellent our waitress,was very attentive and helpful with suggestions. Only disappointment was the squid which was overcooked and greasy. Otherwise would have been a 5* rating

Great service but whilst first courses were great, mains were a little disappointing. Christmas meal was excellent

Excellent venue. Beautiful pub and lovely food

Great food and service was amazing

i dint stay here but the pub itself is really lovely and run by staff who work very hard. the log fire was lovely the food was really very tasty indeed and the Guinness went down a treat. it is a lovely place to meet, plenty of space for some privacy should you want it and great parking. not sure there is anything more you could ask for.

It really is a fabulous pub with rooms. There is a circular walk you can do from the pub - and they have printouts with directions - the surrounding fields/farms/churches are beautiful and its a very quiet area. Lovely mulled wine to warm up in the pub on return. Our room (superior - room 3) was gorgeous, very pretty, spacious, huge and very comfy bed and luxury bedding. L'occitane products in the bathroom. Very big roll top bath as well as a large shower. Good hot water and pressure. Plenty of tea/coffee/biscuits. If you were there in the summer you could sit out on your little balcony looking out over the pub garden/fields. We ate in the pub for dinner - which was really good - lovely staff and service and the food was excellent, we shared calamari, then confit duck, venison pie and some side of chips, followed up with a delicious white choc and cranberry cheesecake and a very good value bottle of provence rose. The pub was very busy at lunchtime (it was a Thursday) and busy in the evening - with a nice atmosphere. We also had breakfast (included in our Booking.com deal) - great choice and again lovely smiley staff and good service. The full English is the best my husband has had! I had very nice pancakes. It is super close to Stratford upon Avon if you wanted to stay a couple of nights and needed to find more to do (the village of Alderminster is very quiet - though the countryside and walking looks good). We used it as stopover on the way up to Birmingham. This really is a lovely place to stay, I would not hesitate in recommending it.

It really is a fabulous pub with rooms. Our room was gorgeous, spacious, very comfy bed & luxury bedding. L'occitane products in the bathroom. Big roll top bath as well as a large shower. Good hot water & pressure. One of the nicest rooms we have stayed in. We ate dinner & breakfast in the pub. Excellent food & lovely staff and service. The full English is the best my husband has had! This really is a lovely place to stay, I would not hesitate in recommending it.

Staff are super efficient, and the foods are great..love it

We stayed at The Bell on Sunday Nov 12th for one night. We had room 2 on the ground floor. It was a lovely double room with a stand alone bath and shower facilities. It was very warm, clean and well furnished. We had our dog with us, and they even provided a large dog bed and a welcome pack for her! Tea and coffee facilities were very good. We enjoyed a tasty Sunday dinner in the pub itself, and breakfast the following morning. The food on offer was varied and the portions more than ample. We had the full English breakfast which was delicious. All in all our stay was very enjoyable and we highly recommend The Bell - especially if your dog is accompanying you.

My favourite place to go when dining out. Service is outstanding, I think our waiter said thank you more than we did Price is considerate for the quality and size of the portions Myself and partner struggled to hear each other at certain points but that was down to our neighbours rather than the establishment

What a fantastic pub! They were so friendly and helpful when I made a mistake with our booking. They made our experience really special for my sister’s 50th birthday and the whole thing exceeded our expectations. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was excellent. Fab atmosphere and beautifully decorated. I wish we lived nearer as we’d definitely be back again. Highly recommend and thank you to the great team at the Bell

Lovely meal, very good service.

We walked in and thought the place looked okay. The service was rather slow but when the starters arrived they looked okay. The food was average at best when considering the price. My review would probably have been three stars if we hadn't witnessed a female staff member knuckle deep rooting around her nose with far more enthusiasm than she had showed in greeting us or serving us food. If you must pick your nose either A) do it in private and wash your hands or B) don't work with food.

I came here with a group of friends after a countryside walk. We all ordered different dishes for lunch and we all raved about the food!! Even down to the shortbread that accompanied the tea and the mini crème brûlée. Highly recommend and if I win the lottery I would have this chef as my own private chef 🤣

A magnificently run pub, Great food and atmosphere and the staff so very friendly.. thank you. We will be returning very soon

Welcoming pub, good selection of drinks, menu looked good but didn't eat there. Large car park, dog friendly

Looked a lovely pub/restaurant. I couldn't stop for food but the menu looks great. Staff are very friendly and welcoming

Regular customers here always great staff food is delicious plentiful and reasonably priced highly recommended

Excellent food and spot on hospitality and service couldn't do enough for even my autistic step son

"We had a lovely overnight stay at The Bell, the bedroom and ensuite were spotless and very comfortable. We were very kindly given an upgrade which we didn't realise till we left so many thanks for that. The only slight, and I mean slight issue is you could do with a towel hook by the washbasin. The food, evening meals and breakfasts were delicious and we had excellent service. We hope to be back soon.

Good food and friendly service but felt a little rushed.

The Quintessence of British Hospitality Tucked away in the serene landscapes near Newbold on Stour, The Bell on Stratford Road is more than just a pub—it’s an emblem of hearty British hospitality enveloped in a cozy, rustic charm. Its picturesque setting is a precursor to the warm and inviting ambiance that awaits within. Upon entering, the harmony of traditional decor with contemporary comfort catches your eye. The stone walls, timber beams, and the gentle crackling of the fireplace create a comforting cocoon that makes the British weather part of the charm rather than a foe. The culinary journey at The Bell is a delightful exploration of classic British fare mingled with modern twists. With a menu boasting locally sourced ingredients, each dish tells a story of tradition, quality, and a love for hearty, comforting food. The Sunday roast, in particular, stands as a testament to the chef's dedication to preserving the timeless essence of British cuisine, while their selection of ales and wines cater to both traditional and modern palates. Service at The Bell is warm, friendly, and exceptionally attentive. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience, embodying the essence of hospitality that makes you feel at home. The Bell doesn’t just offer a meal, but a genuine taste of British tradition served with a side of modern-day comfort. It’s a place where every visit is not just a dining experience, but a warm, welcoming embrace amidst the beautiful countryside.

Excellent food Well furnished excellent rooms. ...and they kindly post your lost property back to you.

Lovely rooms with excellent breakfast. Manager Duncan very welcoming. Just a little bit of road noise in the rooms once the traffic on the main road started in a morning, but quiet overnight. Looked to be a nice outside area at the rear which was not used as we stayed in January !

Had a wonderful time here with my friend!! The beer garden is lovely and the pints are a competitive price. Star of the show was Sandy though, she was so polite and more then happy to go out of her way to ensure our evening was perfect :)

Came here for Sunday lunch today with my elderly auntie. We had been previously and had a lovely meal, hence our return. Unfortunately we did not have a good experience this time. Service was good but upon asking for a smaller portion on the plate...

The staff, food and overall experience are always fantastic! Even when it’s busy the very attentive staff are very friendly and efficient. We feel very fortunate that this is our local pub within walking distance!

Very nice and reasonably priced meals

We stayed for two nights. The welcome is warm and there is always a good atmosphere. The bar is spacious and there is also external seating. The Bell is in a lovely setting with details of a local walk available. It is very handy for...

Sat in the garden area early evening which was very pleasant and the service was fine. Plenty of people were eating inside which also looked nice. The Lamb and Venison was very tasty and would recommend. Bang Bang chicken wings and Prawn pil pil went...

This pub have lovely food a bit on the pricey side but she was well worth it. The food was great. The problem was lovely and the staff were really great. Just slightly out the way of anywhere but it's well worth going

We had the best meal ever, lovely staff, we are from Lancashire visiting family and when we return we will be calling again for sure at The Bell.

Returned with a large enough group to book their private room. Purely selfish reasons lol… Food is always lovely and consistent (chain restaurant?) Service friendly and very efficient. Nothing is too much trouble. Atmosphere downstairs is clean, casual and welcoming. The bonus view (+*) upstairs...

Great place to stay. Lovely room with super comfy bed giving a great night’s sleep. L’Occitane products in shower room a plus. All staff were friendly & helpful. Enjoyed a delicious evening meal. Excellent steak for my husband & I enjoyed halibut. Yummy desserts -...

Very popular Pub/Restaurent ,Cotswold country . Menu has a very wide choice and is Vegi friendly, very good service , wide choice of Beers and Wines , Recommend booking in advance as very popular and can be busy weekends and holiday times .

Visited here for a meal and drinks, we are both smokers so nipped out for a cigarette approx every 20mins. Staff were constantly watching us as if we were going to run off without paying. Note to management just because people aren’t wearing Gucci or...

Fantastic place to stay over. 10 mins from Stratford upon Avon. Rooms , food , staff unbeatable.

Lovely Sunday lunch after last minute Booking to accommodate disabled friend and friends from London Duncan deserves a commendation. He was so helpful, positive and attentive. He made a problem a most enjoyable experience for us all. Thankyou so much. A local, I will definitely visit again.

Had an excellent Sunday Lunch with my family at The Bell today. Our server Katherine was brilliant and gave us great service. Only one criticism; WHERE IS THE B&P TRACTOR? Searched the garden with my granddaughter but tractor was there none.

A lovely dog friendly pub. Staff very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and very well presented. We had steak sandwich and fries and salmon and haddock fish cake with a poached egg.

Very poor food very expensive all frozen pre cooked would not bother no southern comfort available . I have never know a pub that doesn’t have southern comfort. The standards have dropped at this pub

A lovely dog friendly pub with friendly staff and delicious, well presented food. We had the light bite steak sandwich and fries and salmon and haddock fish cake with poached egg

We had an evening meal fantastic very nice excellent food service amazing

Fabulous visit. Food was tasty and plenty of it. Great selection of beers too. Friendly staff. Couldn't fault it. Oh and very pleasant toilets, which is always so important!

Top location, beautiful fittings without detracting from the old nature of the buildings, fantastic and attentive staff, gorgeous food

Typical Brunning & Price pub, beautifully furnished giving a strong sense of quality. Food very average with a tendancy to overcook. Service and food quality did not support the surroundings. We have no problem with staff wearing shorts, however would suggest these be tailored rather...

Excellent stay in a wonderful location with excellent views over the Fields. Lovely courtyard area for drinks and food. Meals were excellent. Breakfast fabulous. Rooms very comfortable

We enjoyed a delightful supper at the Bell. We found the staff attentive and everyone on the 11 dishes that we ordered between us was excellent. So will recommend it and will return

We went for a meal which was absolutely fantastic. The staff were brilliant, and the service was excellent. I would highly recommend The Bell to my family and friends. We will definitely be going there again.

Lovely lunch. I had the Salmon salad. Very tasty. Sticky toffee pudding is just the best. Staff are so friendly and helpful.

Wir hatten einen sehr angenehmen Aufenthalt im The Bell und würden auf jeden Fall wieder hier übernachten, falls wir nochmals in dieser Region Urlaub machen würden. Toller Service, alles sehr sauber. Leckeres Frühstück und Abendessen. Wir hatten zu Viert ein wunderschönes Zimmer im Dachgeschoss.

Friendly staff and efficient service. Food was served promptly but not too quickly. I had the salmon salad which was a big portion but not that tasty - a bit bland. The chicken and gnocchi was good and the starter of bang bang cauliflower was...

Ambiance familiale pour se pub avec de très bons plats

We called in here by chance, whilst heading towards Stratford, having found our intended stopping-off pub inappropriate. What we have is a large roadside pub in a village on the main route towards Stratford-upon-Avon. It's difficult to find fault with this place but, at the...

Best restaurant food I've had in a couple of years. No waiting. We all had something different and the ooohs and aaahs and yum yums were coming thick and fast.

Booked a round table in window three weeks ago, when we arrived receptionist said table was already let she said sorry, but it clearly stated our requirements on the pubs computer, we settled for a oblong table the day was saved by our waitress Kathrine...

We visited The Bell for dinner tonight. It was fairly busy but we arrived at 6:30pm so we were hoping to have an early dinner before the main rush. Upon arrival we were not greeted despite my elderly Father who is very obviously immobile using...

great for any kind of stay, superb rooms, food and service.lovely staff, and pretty location.well worth a visit.close to Stratford and many other interesting locations

Fab Sunday lunch great staff, lovely ambiance, very welcoming, good choice and meal vouchers to save for discount xx

We stopped overnight in The Bell and had breakfast and dinner. It is a great Inn with the right combination of accommodation, bar and restaurant. The room had good space and was well decorated with a large mural on one wall. Comfy bed, clean room...

We again enjoy our stay here We also had a lovely meal at dinner and our breakfast was also delicious. We have stayed in the same room 3 years in a row and we noticed that it’s been renovated recently. So we’re so looking forward...

What a wonderful dinner and sublime service from Sandy who made us so welcome. The Arancini is a real treat and the drinks selection spot on.

Great food, very friendly staff who were extremely busy but never lost their cool all in all great atmosphere, enjoyed so much we have booked again for tomorrow.

Good food, friendly helpful staff and dog friendly. Eat in or outside in the spacious grounds. Second visit we will definitely be returning

We had stayed at a lovely hotel in Armscote and made an impromptu decision to stay an extra night in the area. We have a number of a Brunning and Price establishments local to us and always enjoy their good food and drinks. The public...

Took my husband and end went Aunt for lunch today. As we arrived we were warmly welcomed by a lovely chap who could see my aunt had issues with walking and gave us a seat not too far from the entrance but was in a...

I’m not sure I’ve ever written a Tripadvisor review where there was absolutely nothing to criticise, but the worst thing I can think to say of this place is that satnav took me to somewhere a few hundred yards away on this postcode. We booked...

On recommendation of a friend and being regular patrons of another B&P venue, The Falcon, we decided to try lunch - party of two. Booked for 1.30, arrived just before, quickly shown to a table. Were handed two drinks menus and one food menu. Oops....

Great warm welcome from the team at the bar, we decided to sit outside and we were shown the way by a very helpful hostess. Had a selection of nibbles and sides which were all cooked perfectly. We sat out and ordered at “The Baby...

Excellent service from our waitress Heather, who was attentive and made us welcome without being overbearing. The menu was extensive if I've one criticism I feel it was maybe a little too extensive. Despite the fact we ate at peak time of 7.30pm both starter...

Tried to go here for a meal on a Monday evening when it didn’t look that busy, but were greeted in response to us asking if they were serving food & had a table with ‘no, not without a reservation’ & that was it. So...

Back in July 2022, we went to the bell for a 94rh birthday. We left a 1 star review. We were told by the manager he would sort us out a resolution but we got fed up of waiting and he watched us leave. That...

We were here for dinner this evening. We called in earlier today and liked the menu and the feel of the place. The greeting when we arrived was very nice. The menu was very varied with plenty of choices for myself being gluten free. Both...