The Bell at Sapperton in Cotswold - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Stayed overnight and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Delicious food, excellent staff, spotlessly clean bedroom and en-suite, very comfortable large bed - all located in a delightful quiet village. Thankyou to all - we will be back!

Went with 10 friends including children. They food was typically good and the service was helpful and friendly. We cycled there and the bikes were safe. This is always our go-to pub in this area. By far the best.

Went as staying in this area to celebrate our 38th Wedding Anniversary. Was greeted with a glass of JP champagne which our daughter arranged for a surprise. Had a fabulous meal ..scallops for my starters, salmon for my husband. Roasted leg of lamb for main, which was superb followed by Eton Mess. The service was outstanding in particular the gentleman who walked around making sure everyone was looked after! A must for anyone who wants good service and food. Highly recommend!

Sadly they did not serve food in garden/ outside so we went somewhere else. Seems odd....not the best way to attract custom on a lovely summer evening.

Great Lamb roast. Staff were friendly and welcoming and the surroundings of the pub were perfect. Nice garden to have a drink afterwards.

This is such a buzzy, fun pub. Lots of atmosphere and friendly staff, always busy so booking are essential. The garden is lovely but it was too cold to sit outside when we visited, so we were given a window seat by the open fire. Our Sunday roast was delicious - everything you would want from a traditional Sunday meal. The pudding menu is definitely worth checking out too!

We turned up on a busy Saturday lunchtime. The staff were very polite, courteous and accommodating, as they squeezed us in for lunch. Truly a very Cotswold pub. Food was really nice and well presented. They also have a nice range of IPAs, (I recommend the Hussar).

I’ve been coming here off and on for 20 years, but I’ve been in few times lately and been struck by how great the staff are. Yesterday there was a lovely Italian serving behind the bar and today I believe I was served by the manager. He has a strong personality and is very welcoming and friendly. What’s most impressive about this pub is that they have eschewed eating in the front bar to create a local village pub feel, which this pub in the past lacked under different management. It’s obviously to the detriment of profit- most pubs squeeze every last drop out of the customers when it comes to gastro eating- but this pub has decided it wants to serve the locals for drinks and keep people happy in the restaurant area. Simple but effective. A wonderful pub.

We had an absolutely delicious evening meal at The Bell on a cold Monday night in January when many other eateries were closed. The mackerel pate was beautifully creamy and served with very nice bread, my husband found the steak tender and flavoursome and the chicken special was very tasty. The service from Sienna was exceptional - friendly, helpful and polite….when I didn’t order a dessert, she brought me a complimentary little brownie and ice cream with a candle in, as it was my birthday! It was a lovely end to a lovely evening. Thank you everyone at The Bell.

Staff very welcoming,and very attentive, we had a Sunday roast and although we did think when we looked at the menu ,it was pricey enough,when it arrived and we had the first bite the quality of the food was excellent, and definitely worth paying the extra,would definitely recommend,lovely atmosphere and superb food ,will definitely go back in the near future .x

We had the most fantastic stay at The bell, the room was stunning, the food was fantastic and the staff were very friendly. Lovely walks nearby too.

Have frequented the Bell numerous times as it's close to Cirencester and we love the village of Sapperton and its surrounding walking area. Spent NY day for our anniversary and we had an absolutely fantastic time. The food was delicious, service (as always) was brilliant, staff are incredibly attentive even with a full pub, pure class. We were even surprised with a little anniversary dessert, something they really didn't need to do but we hugely appreciated it as the Bell has become one of our favourites in the local area. They seem to retain excellent staff, something I'm sure isn't easy in today's hospitality industry. Thanks for a lovely lunch, we'll be back!

What can I say about this amazing place what’s probably already been said 🤷‍♂️ Bloody amazing food an service can not recommend highly enough From the start to this the finish was an absolute pleasure

A great venue for an overnight stay in an idyllic Cotswold country setting. Beautiful ambience in both the restaurant and bar, with a very warm welcome from the staff. Nice room in keeping with the property - with an all-important modern bathroom. The only criticism would be that the bed mattrass was too hard so not a perfect night's sleep. Breakfast was outstanding - the full English had top quality ingredients. Would definitely return.

Fantastic pub with great atmosphere and really friendly staff. We really enjoyed our Sunday lunch, there was lots of choice and huge portions. We'll definitely come back.

We were looking for a cosy country pub for lunch and a walk with our dog in the local area. Not being from the local area, we did a bit of research before hand. The Bell pub was just lovely and everything and more we had hoped for...warm and welcoming, the fires were on, the food was delicious and the staff so attentive. We will definitely recommend to others and would absolutely return! I have no doubt the pub would be great in all seasons and we look forward to returning in the summer months. Thank you for a lovely afternoon.

We had an excellent Sunday Roast Lunch for two. One lamb and one Beef. I cannot fault the service. I read reviews and I am surprised by the negative comments, I truly believe the patrons / customers are not living in the real world and should I say go to a buffet restaurant or a Toby Carvery. Everything is expensive, we should support local restaurants and pubs. If you truly experienced a poor experience, ask to speak with the manager, not go home and then decide to air your views later! Back to my review, lucky enough to be able to visit again. Can I remind you that the restaurant gets busy Friday, Saturday and Sunday ( on my previous visit, we just turned up but unable to get a table)

My husband and I ate here during our ‘mini moon’ in November, as we were camping down the road. We had no idea what to expect but we were blown away by the food, so much so, we brought my family back for my birthday. Again, the food was amongst some of the best we have ever had!! The service was great and the chef even apologised for the food taking longer than he would have hoped and offered us complimentary desserts - the best brownie ever! Despite this, it didn’t spoilt out time here and we all agreed it was a brilliant meal!! Thank you, no doubt we will be back!!

This is one of the best places in the Cotswolds for a Sunday lunch. Excellent roasts, friendly staff and a excellent service whilst always being so busy, the Bell Inn never disappoints.

Great location, top notch service and excellent food , I had a rare beef Sunday roast, what a tasty food , historic building , incredible nature around, 5 stars from me

The Bell es un lugar único en el que puedes comer o cenar, tiene un menú muy variado desde hamburguesas hasta pescado o carnes de primera calidad. Destacaría de nuestro almuerzo que fuimos en todo momento atendidos con una sonrisa y que nuestro perro fue súper bien recibido entre caricias y golosinas. Muchas gracias a nuestra camarera por las recomendaciones, toda la comida estuvo perfecta. Lo recomendaremos a nuestros amigos!!

Visiting area. Booked for 1745-thought it strange no later tables (but busy is usually good!). Arrived at 1748-manager had already called to see where we were! (Sat nav). On the website it states 15minutes is cut off time. Greeted by waitress saying we must order right away-hadn’t sat at the table yet! Sat at table, husband told to order asap as kitchen closing. Average meal-beef was raw/chewy. Lamb was tasty though. Completed meal in 30 minutes from walking through the door. Not relaxing. Please, don’t book customers at this time if you don’t want them there! Why not make the last booking time earlier to avoid hassling diners to finish their experience before it’s even begun?

The Bell is a lovely Cotswold stone pub - surprisingly spacious inside, and charming inside and out - in an absolutely lovely spot in a very quiet Gloucestershire village about twenty minutes from Cirencester and a similar distance from Stroud. You can pop in for a pint - there were people sitting in the garden with their dogs, chatting - but we went to eat. We sat in the garden first, after ordering a very well-made negroni and a pint of Stroud Brewery's excellent Budding pale ale, before going inside for dinner. As well as the usual wine list, they have a 'wine wall' with twenty or thirty wines which you can buy to drink at the table or take home; we ordered a bottle of Chateau Mouras Graves 2018 for £44 (I think £32.50 if you bought it to drink off the premises). In a wine shop this would cost in the order of £22-24, so while £44 on one level seems expensive it's actually reasonable - pubs and restaurants have to make a profit, and mark-ups on wine, often greater in percentage terms than this, is one way to do so. It was an extremely nice bottle, too (and obviously there are cheaper - and more expensive - options), so absolutely no complaints there. No complaints at all, actually; our only (mild) criticism is that the menu is slightly limited and not tremendously exciting but our meals arrived in good time and were very well-cooked and tasty. The menu is said to change monthly with the seasons but the online menu (still showing September) is almost the same as least night's (October). This might be something to look at. The front of house and waiting staff were absolutely excellent. All in all, very good.

My wife and I, with our pup, visited The Bell at Sapperton this afternoon, for the rugby in the fantastic covered-courtyard & subsequently decided to stay for dinner. We felt welcomed, looked after and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere created by both owner and staff. Gerald in particular was superb. The pork belly was excellent, the fish & chips generous and desserts a fantastic end to meal. Thoroughly enjoyed and recommended

This is hands down one of the best pubs in the Cotswolds and i am lucky enough to live a few doors down. I’ve eaten and drank in this beautiful pub many many times and it never fails to disappoint. The staff and some of the best in the business always on the ball and pleased to see you they all work incredible hard and deserve the recognition. Then there is the food. It’s outstanding every meal I have here. The new pork belly is one of the best meals I’ve eaten (having worked in a Michelin star kitchen I feel I’m in a good position to comment). The chefs here really know what they are doing. Don’t think twice come a visit this fantastic pub in this absolutely gorgeous village.

It might be great atmosphere, but the food does not meet expectations, overpriced and not well cooked or presented!

Stayed here with my sister and loved it. Good food. Really nice staff and landlord. Very comfortable rooms. A proper pub that manages to mix style, tradition and comfort.

We have been here a couple of times and it’s never really been great. We thought we would try one last time and it turned out to be the biggest failure of all. Talk about expensive. £30 for a double burger. We waited 2 hours for our food and the waiter told us ‘ we have a big table in’ which consisted of 3 adults and 3 kids. Hmmm. The Pills lager was 3.8% vol and cost £5.90. Basically overpriced coloured water. Overpriced, slow service and all in all a poor effort. No wonder the British pub industry is dying. I’d rate it 0/5 if I could.

The full Cotswold Oldy Worldy atmosphere and furniture, but woeful food. My Sunday lunch smoked mackerel pate - I think that was what it was - was devoid of any detectable flavour and had an unpleasant mouthfeel. Slow-roasted leg of lamb was dry and equally free of flavour. Do the kitchen staff not taste their own output, or eat in other places for benchmarking quality?

Found the bell on soglos.com and gave it a go for lunch today. Service and food were both great. Some of the nicest fish I have had in a long while. Obviously they have a superb fish monger!

Stayed two nights for my dear friends wedding party celebration. I cannot fault ANYTHING!! The venue and grounds beautiful, the food of the highest quality and standard and the manager and staff greeted us and treated us like family. Truly a 10 out of 10 experience. I shall be back!

Simply the BEST roast dinner I have ever had. Brilliant service too! Peter and the team make you feel welcome and are attentive and warm. Do not hesitate to book! Susan Lynch ( Gloucestershire)

We had a fantastic evening at The Bell to celebrate an 80th birthday. We hired the private room which was lovely for the 11 of us in the group. The whole evening was perfect. The food was amazing and the service was completely faultless.

Having read reviews we were keen to see if this place lived up to what had been written. Did it? Yes by far, what a gem. The staff are fabulous, so friendly and welcoming. The food was superb, very tasty and plenty of it with a great choice of menu. The Bell is a beautiful old pub/restaurant with fabulous accommodation. Our room was large, clean, with a super comfy bed, and a lovely shower. We did wonder if it would be noisy but after 10pm, there was total silence. For us the staff do make this place, Nick the manager was lovely and our young lady at breakfast was wonderful, such a rare thing these days, that's for sure. The whole place was spotless and the outside very pretty, a very welcoming place.

My family and I are currently staying in the Cotswolds for our summer break and had heard that The Bell was a lovely place to dine. So I booked online, which was easy to do, and tonight we had an absolutely outstanding meal. My husband,...

This was our 4th visit in the last4 months. Just love the setting, layout and menu choice. Staff have never failed, always a smile friendly service and great gentle banter. Always recommend to book a week in advance. Particular favourite is the burger, packed full...

We booked this place as we were attending the RIAT airshow, wow we were not disappointed, what a beautiful place, friendly staff and absolutely loved our Dorvel and hen suite, ideal for friends and families as you still get your privacy but are together, breakfast...

This is a lovely pub/restaurant off the beaten track. Lovely ambiance, good varied and reasonably-priced menu and excellent, efficient and friendly staff. What more could you need! The fish pie was superb.

my Lemon sole was very salty and dry despite the depth of olive oil on the plate, the sauté potatoes were soggy. My wife’s Caponata was very sweet apparently. We complained and I was offered a dessert which was an all too solid Lemon Posset....

I don’t usually give reviews but as I gave the Bell a poor review for service a few years ago it’s fair that I should give praise for an excellent evening meal. Whitebait and aubergine starters and burgers were all good, Service was efficient and...

Enjoyed an excellent lunch with relatives who had travelled quite a long distance on a cold and miserable wet day. It was many years since I had visited The Bell so I hoped this visit would live up to the previous one and it did....

We enjoyed a fine Sunday Roast (lamb and beef) in this charming country pub, deservedly popular and full of character, with pretty terraced gardens on a hot day and plenty of parking. We hope to return soon and to spending some time looking round the...

We had a lovely visit at the property and wish we would have spent more time. The host is wonderful to rooming guests, as are the staff throughout the pub. They had our room ready early and were able to let us check in and...

My friends and I are constantly searching for the best Sunday Roast in the Cotswolds where we live. The #1 slot has changed on over the years including The Seven Tuns (Chedworth), The Plough Inn (Cirencester) and The Swan (Southrop) Booked a table at The...

On Saturday I had the tremendously good fortune of attending my good friends wedding with the reception and after ceremony drinks at the Bell at Sapperton. It's situated in a sleep little village on what was a roasting summer's day. I had chosen my menu...

We’d been recommended the Bell by friends and family so we decided to stop here for Saturday lunch on our way home from Stroud farmers market. When we arrived, the outside seating was about 80% occupied with lots of tables eating, we found a table...

Amazing food and service. What a beautiful delightful garden and restaurant. We didn’t sample the vast array of wine but it gives us a reason to return

The Bell is a lovely country pub ... and it is clearly very popular. There is a large car park to the rear and also outdoor tables and gardens to relax in. The food was very good but rather top end pricing for what is,...

An absolutely fantastic stay. A very warm welcome and simple check in. The “Sapperton” room was immaculate both from a decoration and cleanliness aspect. A huge, comfortable bed. Great shower. Fantastic selection of beers, all well kept. Great evening meal and breakfast. We’ll definitely return...

Lovely country pub in a great location. But have to agree with the last review we went for Sunday lunch at 1pm. Food was ok but Luke warm all on the one plate so no nice selection of veggies with your roast that you could...

Sunday lunch booked online. We could only get the later lunchtime slot of 2.30 pm but decided to go along just before 2pm to see if the table was available sooner. Certainly a popular place, judging by the car park, and the bar/restaurant was also...

My wife and I visited The Bell with our dog for Sunday lunch. Our experience was fantastic - great service, fast food and very tasty food! The beef was of an excellent standard. We would highly recommend to all.

Traditional Cotswold pub with good atmosphere, an excellent family room for parties and family events, attentive service and generous, well cooked array of Sunday luncheons. The friendly, helpful staff - nothing is too much trouble - ensure a good meal.

We stayed for one night in the Siccaridge Room. A gorgeous, spacious room with huge, comfy bed. One of the nicest rooms we have stayed in. The decor and furnishings were lovely. The bathroom spacious with a large shower. I thought the mini kitchen area...

We were fortunate enough to find this wonderful pub, with rooms.. it was a dream from start to finish, absolutely fantastic staff, wonderful food, and the rooms are fantastic, we absolutely cannot wait to stay again.. we had to cut our stay due to a...

We’ve been twice recently for a delicious weekday lunch (both the fish and chips and the pan fried fish were fantastic) and again today for Sunday lunch. We had a 2 hour walk first so we were hungry and the veggie wellington did not disappoint....

My first visit to the Bell and very impressed. Especially enjoyed the lamb pate with the tasty relish

We have just enjoyed a fabulous two nights away in this delightful pub. Nothing was too much trouble, delicious good food, excellent service and comfy bedroom. Loved the fact you could have a glass of bollinger too. We stayed in the sapperton suite which had...

I am so happy I found this beautiful spot. We decided to break up our journey travelling from north wales back home to East Sussex. I booked a room for one night. We arrive two hours before check in but as the room was ready...

Very disappointing visit while on a weekend away. Booked in advance and arrived at our allotted time. Waited in the doorway to be seated. After 10 minutes we were asked what we’d like to order. I firstly ordered the Lamb Rump which they didn’t have...

We often have a quick drink here after a good walk with the dogs in the nearby woods. There's always a very good choice of beers and other drinks - and friendly staff; other than on one occasion over the Christmas period when it was...

The Bell is a great pub with rooms, everything about our stay was wonderful, I’m already looking for excuses to go back! Some key highlights: - Dog friendly. We took our dog and she was welcome in both the bar and restaurant. Also great walks...

Visited for dinner as wanted to find a cosy pub with good food where we could also bring our Labrador. Perfect on all counts. Food was delicious, we were made to feel very welcome (as was our dog!) and the wines available were delicious. All...

Lovely pub, great beer but the landlord clearly entering the “most miserable landlord of 2023 competition”. Arrived and enquired about a table for a drink to be greeted by “standing room only!” Tried to make conversation by asking “Busy day, what time are you open...

Popped in for a quick drink with the family on Boxing day. Despite there being plenty of spare tables we were not allowed to stay inside the pub unless we were eating. Bar man was very short with us and gruff. We went outside and...

Worst steak ever. When you splurge for the fillet steak on a date lunch out and what comes looks like tough leather forgotten on a radiator it’s pretty shocking. Chewy, dry, tough and just terrible, the manager didn’t even bat an eyelid when we mentioned...

Lovely location, fantastic food and really attentive staff! We had 4 burgers 1 haddoch and sausage and mash the food was very tasty and good vale for money! Would recommend!!

We had a dessert here along with drinks and both were excellent. The customer service was amazing and its such a beautiful cosy Christmassy pub. Highly recommend!

As soon as we arrived we were it was nice and relaxed, really friendly staff which was really nice. We had a drink then we was showed to our room. The room was very nice airy and spacious. Very clean room, bathroom also nice and...

Visited after a long while. Lovely meal with friends. Food and staff were excellent and all tables were taken so great atmosphere. Highly recommended. We will definitely be back.

Stayed for two nights , really enjoyed it , bedroom was lovely , shower was amazing , food was lovely as was the service, great place as a base to explore The Cotswolds , really recommend

We stayed overnight in the Sapperton Suite and had dinner in the pub last week to meet with friends we hadn't seen for ages. The room was so well appointed with everything you would ever need and more. Above all a really big and comfortable...

We went here for lunch and so most of us had sandwiches while one had the fish and chips. The chips were triple-cooked, crisp and excellent. The sandwiches (I had beef and horseradish) were packed with meat and just the right amount of heat from...

Called in on the off chance on a Saturday lunchtime and found a buzzing pub. Asked about food and delightful young lady told the two of us that all tables were full, but a table was finishing shortly if we didn't mind waiting. So we...

Fabulous Cotswold Pub with spectacular rooms and, honestly the best hotel shower you could wish for! Rooms were beautiful and comfortable and we loved that there was not only tea and coffee facilities but breakfast cereal. We ate in the restaurant and it was a...

Wanted to treat ourselves to lunch. Before leaving, we phoned to check on restaurant opening times. Only able to reach an answerphone message that told us the pub was operating summer opening hours and to check the website for details which we did. However, when...

Went for Sunday lunch - had heard a lot about how good this place was. They had run out of two of the four roast options and then after 40 minutes wait came and said food coming now but we would have to wait 10...

Stayed in the Sapperton room. Ate dinner in the restaurant. Impossible to fault. Extraordinary attention to detail, skilful cooking, jovial efficient staff. Would have happily stayed longer than just one night. Next time…

This was a a lovely pub dining experience for us. The quaint exterior of this Cotswolds pub is so inviting and the interior is a delight to enter. Cosy tables and quaint decor make this a perfect country dining experience. The food we ordered was...

My wife had recently returned from America and we booked the Bell as a opportunity to spend some time together and really enjoy this very lovely location. The room was lovely there has been a lot of thought put into the refurbishment of this pub....

Super steak frites, very good Ploughman’s. Didn’t have a a starter but they looked interesting. Nice selection of desserts.

We started going back to the Bell having not visited for quite a while in May of this year and have been back 3 times since both for a mid week dinner and twice for Sunday Lunch. Everyone in the team are very friendly and...

I almost dont want to rave about it too much in case it gets so busy I cant get a table, but this place really is so beautiful, in a tiny peaceful Cotswold village. We dine there regularly, including our wedding anniversary, but this year...

Exceptional place to stay, the area is quiet in a country small town, the rooms have been modernised and are spacious and the bathroom was fabulous. The staff were lovely, they were so welcoming and attentive during our three day stay. Sophie was amazing! thanks...

The bare minimum I expect from any establishment is a warm welcome and clean facilities, of which on this occasion it lacked both. Ignored by “busy” bar staff until it seemed convenient to even show that I existed. And how are you meant to clean...

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We visited The Bell for lunch and it was brilliant! From the setting, service and food/drink everything was 5* and would highly recommend.

The whole family had a great steak all amazingly cooked with an excellent bernaise sauce for me. The waitress Izzy was very catering and served us with a huge smile which really helped us make this family meal special. I have already told the in...

Only ever really been here for a drink - absolutely great atmosphere - really enjoy going here for a relaxed drink and the team are always friendly. Barman grant is great - always with a smile and ready to poor that much needed beer. Can...

I am a lover of super salads. It arrived and immediately looked very poor and totally lacking the ingredients on the menu., or very restricted amounts. Very small. More the size of a started. Tasteless. We informed the staff. Nothing done! Don't choose it!!

We made a detour to visit The Bell after a recommendation. We were warmly received and received excellent service, very nice hand pulled ales and lovely food. We had four different main courses, all very well received including both vegetarian and non-veggie foods. The black...

Poor menu, some steak cut no one had ever heard of. Thirty pound for a Sirloin, that was the choice of steak. Tasteless Haddock in batter almost burnt on the outside but raw on the inside. Wine full of sulphates, one sip enough to cause...

We booked The Bell for a quiet celebration, but we wanted to do everything in style. We booked to stay in the Sapperton room (their biggest) and even the bathroom needs it's own review! The Bell has a well-earned reputation for food and all round...

Myself and my wife of eight hours popped in on the off chance for a little alone time and a bite to eat. The staff were so friendly and accommodating, but the food was out off this world. The perfect ending to a very special...

We absolutely loved this place! The pub is in a cute, non-touristy town in the Cotwolds and the rooms appear to be recently redone. No detail was spared, as we stayed in the family suite (Dorvel & Hen) and it had two bedrooms, a large...

Booked a meal after reading good reviews and not disappointed. The service was excellent, the staff very friendly and attentive, and the food was lovely. Would not hesitate to recommend.

Went for lunch, you have to book as so popular and rightly so. We all had the white bait to start, it’s my favourite starter and this was the best I have ever had. We all had the nut roast for Sunday Lunch - it...

We recently stayed at The Bell and were really impressed. The accommodation is warm, clean and comfortable, and the eating and drinking downstairs is excellent. The large open log fires at either end of the pub make this an especially inviting place to be on...

We’ve just left after a quick overnight stay that couldn’t have been more perfect. The service at this place is incredible. Very friendly and attentive staff. We stayed in the Dorvel & Hen suite upstairs from the pub which is perfect for a family. The...

Sunday dinner was AMAZING.. Staff were so friendly and very helpful. Make sure you book as it seemed very popular which is a great sign