The Bell & Crown in Wiltshire

Lovely local vintage pub great atmosphere and good service bar staff friendly and quick to serve and make you feel welcome. Tried the food last night and would recommend the salt & pepper squid and the apple and blackcurrant crumble and the sticky toffee pudding. Went for the Sunday dinner today was amazing fast service great tasting roast lamb. Nephew had roast chicken and loved it also.

Another great pub we visited on our trip great food and staff were above and beyond spent a good time talking with the lad from up mancher way great to hear someone talk like us lol deffently recommend anyone to stop for food or just a drink

What a relief. This is one of my nearest pubs to home. Love old buildings, it's stunning. Not been the same since it was Cloisters. Well now things appear to have changed for the better. Two new landlady/landlord's there. Really care..keen for feedback, great for the banter, good service and it's So much cleaner..it's only been a week!! Good luck to these guys. This is a critical pub in Salisbury! Tried food this evening..2nd night serving food. Had scampi, chips, peas, tartar..friend had burger & chips. Delish! Cheers guys and Good Luck 🤗smiling again x (Thank You)

Lovely pub, friendly staff. Thank you!

Nice coke-cola Manager (vince ) is a very nice guy Very welcoming

We came to this pub after having a horrible experience at a previous pub, we just wanted to watch the football so cant comment on food, but it did look delicious. The guy that was working was so friendly, had a lovely chat it couldn't of been further from the other pub. Watched the footy, lots of screens, lovely and big but felt really cosy as well. Will definitely be returning when I'm back in Salisbury.

I was lucky enough to find this pub while passing by Salisbury. What a lovely place! It’s quite roomy and cosy, has a great atmosphere and the staff was as friendly as can be.

What a lovely friendly welcome from Vince behind the bar. Just popped in to see if we could get lunch (unfortunately no, the chef was ill) However lack of hot food wasn't a problem as we stayed to chat and enjoy some nice 6X beer. Interesting conversation about the town generally and Pubs specifically. Wished we had known about the live blues music planned for the evening, but we had a lovely afternoon anyway. Must mention the lovely Jade behind the bar too. Will definitely return 👍

Pleasant helpful staff, good nice, great ambience. Games room + TV upstairs. Tvs downstairs too. Will call again.

We went there on bank holidays and discovered that no foods served on that day.

Great pub and more importantly friendly service from Vince. As an ‘out of towner’ felt very comfortable and well looked after. Thank you

Booked an hour of darts for £15. Smart board was poorly lit and did not work properly; only registered the odd throw. Moved to another board, worked better but not 100% either. Very frustrating and ruined the game. Plus, smarboard games no good for players who want to throw quickly after their opponent. Probably ok for kids or work parties, but wouldn’t go there for another game of 501.

Dont eat here the food is awful. Refused to pay .

Very apologetically, sent here by Andrew , manager at the sister pub the Pheasant Inn when thay ran out of Sunday Roast The carvery (table served for us) was of very,very good. Well presented with separate veg. A sports bar (with three tvs showing football, faux open/gas pit fire) would not have been our normal choice. The roast beef and veg was very good. A very good standard meal in sport bar setting. Beer was good. Vince tha barman was very attentive. For a more quute6 dining experience, choose sister the Pheasant Inn. The Bell and Crown offers a good standard in sports bar setting. Very good standard food served to us.

Enjoyed a nice visit to this pub on a Sunday whilst we were in Salisbury. Staff are fantastic and service was brilliant. We ate, the food is well prepared and the portions are generous. The pub was quiet when we visited so we were served very quickly. Will definitely visit again.

Very nice food good menu good atmosphere in the bar area. I would be happy if i was local to have this as my local pub very clean and friendly service

A warm, welcoming pub with staff and regulars helping us out.. we arrived as the kitchen closed and the chef and staff kindly provided us with a meal.. and it was excellent. Locals added the advice about which wines were available, so we took thier recomendation, bar staff couldn’t have been more welcoming and accommodating - excellent atmosphere and service..

I’ve tried to go to the Bell and Crown for the last 2 Saturday evenings, it’s just not possible. Only one guy serving from behind the bar, he also takes food orders, collects glasses…. So huge queues, empty glasses everywhere… it’s such a shame, always used to have a drink here before a meal. The guy behind the bar looks stressed and can see customers walking out. Both evenings we have then gone to Ox row instead , loads of staff, loads of customers…… it’s not hard to work it out

Great venue for the local musicians beer bit pricey

New management and very friendly staff, great venue with separate upstairs area, great selection of food Staff were very attentive and food provided was very good value for money

Staff friendly and helpful. Excellent food, beautifully presented. original and usual bar menu choice.

First experience of this pub was awful, Myself and hubby went in and my hubby went to the bar to order a drink.. a coke and a pint of madri, the barman poured over half the pint of madri and was looking rather suspicious so my hubby made out he wasn’t looking while still keeping a close eye! The barman swapped the glass he had already started to be poured and pulled out one from behind the bar and swapped them My husband confronted him and asked him why he swapped the beers over and the barman replied he had poured it earlier by mistake and didn’t want to waste it….which made absolutely no sense because he had already started pouring a fresh one before he swapped for the one under the bar So in effect he is still wasting a pint Very strange and very dodgy Will not be returning to this pub

Popped in for a quick drink and it was really lovely. Clean, good atmosphere and service.

Having only one card machine available to serve customers on a busy Saturday night made service unbelievably slow. Bloke behind the bar who looked like a builder acted like he'd never worked a bar in his life.

Staff were lovely. Food was absolutely delicious. Warm atmosphere.

A very beautiful old building. I was made to feel at home straight away. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious.

Very pleasant place to eat. Good menu and food.

All tvs on for rugby world cup and loud enough to here great night.

This is the best little pub in Salisbury! We have lived here for many years , but have never had the chance to visit the bell and crown. A pleasant Irish barman welcomed us , and made us laugh straight away . He was witty and funny , and really made our day . The food was exceptional. The interior was fabulous! Thank you !

Haven't been in since the new management. It was dire, no atmosphere at all, empty, dark, no background music the central fire that proves radiant heat and a sense of warmth was switched off. We had one drink out of politeness but wanted to just leave. The new owners need to up their game for this place to work. Lifeless and uninviting.

Stopped for a pint while on a walking tour of Salisbury. Service was great, beer and atmosphere spot on. Would return.

Didn't eat but the staff are really friendly. Nice place for a quiet drink.

fantastic pub - came up for day trip with Mum . The food was amazing and the service was very nice

Great food in a charming and cosy pub. A firm favourite!

Terrible pub, wonky tables, hardly anyone goes in there anymore, needs something different to get people in.

Service at the bar was lovely the young lady that served us was really polite. We had to wait a little while for our starters which we did enjoy but then our mains never appeared. Waited an hour 20 and still nothing. We did eventually get an apology that it is coming but then still waited. We then approached the bar lady that served us told her we wanted to pay without the mains and she was just as surprised that we haven't received it yet. She couldn't apologise enough, she was amazing from the start just a shame that we didn't get to eat a full. Meal tonight. Considering we travel a lot to try different foods this was by far the worst food service we've ever had.

Only a choice of three white wines avsilable and there was a huge disparity in prices. On having a second round, the one i was drinking had run out and the only other similar one available was nearly double the price. Very disappointing.

We arrived in Salisbury by train on a Sunday. As we walked into town in the rain, we spotted the Bell and Crown and stepped in for lunch. We were able to set our bags in the corner and relax. The service was excellent, the atmosphere was warm, comfortable and exactly right for a 500 year old pub. Three of us ordered the traditional Sunday Roast, and one ordered the Salmon. The Sunday roast was plated beautifully with a Yorkshire pudding crown over three wonderful pieces of beef. The meal was perfect! I highly recommend this restaurant to all.

Wandering around Salisbury on a Friday afternoon, we were looking for somewhere to eat. Salisbury is not short of eateries, but none seemed to appeal until we came upon the Bell and Crown. It was hot outside, but pleasantly cool inside, lots of dark wood. The feel of a real and welcoming traditional English pub. We selected Fish and Chips and one of the beers on the hand pumps. Service was very friendly and efficient. The beer was excellent, as was the food. Not exactly sophisticated, but everything a good pub meal should be.

Quick impromptue lunch with my wife. Food was amazing, beer selection was great, staff were more that attentive to make sure we had an amazing experience. The chef personally came out to check my steak which I ver much appreciated.

It’s such an attractive pub but under new management for 3 weeks so hoped for the best. The 2 waiters were very sweet but inexperienced and minimum attention was paid. Incomplete menu as some dishes unavailable. The worst tartare sauce I’ve ever tasted and a grubby topped ketchup bottle. It smelt better than before but altogether rather a tatty meal. Sorry but it has such potential.

We were looking for a local pub to eat something and have a drink and The Bell & Crown more than met our expectations. Delicious steak and haddock, cask ale and friendly staff.

Tried to find a good pub with good food, good staff and a good vive. Found then all with this gem, the steak is amazing, all the staff are great. Sam ans his new team are amazing across the board

Staff was so friendly. Our beef burgers were so flavorful and juicy. The fries were crisp and perfectly fried. Great atmosphere and music. I would love to visit again!

Not sure if it’s under new management or a new chef, either way it’s went drastically downhill. Having previously ate there the food was excellent. Yesterday’s experience was awful. The food was tasteless and well over cooked. I was going to complain but the guy...

The burgers and chips were amazing and food was coming out very quickly, the staff are very friendly and accommodating. Brought my little one in with me and she loved it and the staff didn’t have a problem with her crawling around. Would definitely recommend.

VERY CLEAN AND TIDY. KIND STAFF.

We had dinner at this pub after visiting Stonehenge. Typical, quiet place. Cozy atmosphere, very good service. We have eaten well.

Many thanks to Sam, joey and all the staff. As Arnie said, "I'll be back " cheers Mick, Trice and Linda. Sorry I forgot to mention, it was a pleasure to meet David the CEO and his family. What a welcoming and warming person.

The Bell & Crown reopened yesterday under new management and we decided to pop in to see what it was like having been going there for years. All I can say is the new team are fantastic, we were made to feel very welcome and...

Fantastic roast dinner and the darts upstairs is really fun. Staff were super friendly and attentive.

Great evening, brilliant atmosphere, very pleasant staff, delicious food, huge portions. We'll be back.

Amazing food, and the management are always lovely. The exterior of the building could use some work but understand that's not there fault due to the type of ownership

Went in for a brew, asked the person at the bar for description of their brews on tap, selected 2 to taste. Showed where we would be sitting as he needed to pull and let the brews sit. We had been walking for over 2 hours, needed to have a refreshing brew. Waited over 10 mins, others people came in got service. After almost 15 mins, walked out without even having the beers to our parched lips.

Excellent sausage and mash! Great environment. Felt like the quintessential English pub.

I must admit, the wooden beams had me on edge. My mate Gary died once of hypothermia, so you never know. I was greeted with a warm friendly face, oh it was a mirror. When I say Bell you say crane when I say Bell you say crane. 2 for 1 on ciders if you sell your soul, I don't care though as the toilets aren't smelly Beams, beers, boys, bells, bars, it's got everything. We especially enjoyed the friendly barstaff with a side of banter and bartering. Nice loos. 10/1] would recommend. All I. Inches went down beautifully. Xxxxxxxxxxxzzxxxxxxxxxxxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoooxozoxox

Really nice place. Love the old beams. Staff very friendly and lunch just hit the spot.

Came about by chance and I am glad I did. Fantastic ambiance, great service, and truly extraordinary food. If you go, get a good ale and ask for their bangers & mash. Must have.

Traditional pub , good beers and a bowl of water for the dog

Cozy pub with delicious food and good value for money.

Lovely place, very cozy. Food is tasty and they have my fav beer 👌 fav place in Salisbury, as they advertise I can leave hubby while Im shopping, I know he'll be safe 🍻

Lovely old pub, friendly staff. They don't play every sports game which is slightly annoying. Didn't have food but it looked good.

Potions are massive food was fine atmosphere was nice staff lovely. What else do you need..

Proper pub this well worth a visit

Went in for a meeting with committee friends at 6pm midweek. Just a few beers and discussion. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and good selection of ales.

10/5 just had a meal and we enjoyed it very much all homemade with a generous portion can’t wait to try the roast thank you we will be back we had a pizza to which was delicious

This is one of the best English pubs I've ever been to. We went here to watch England v US in the World Cup. Almost every table was reserved yet they still found us one of the best tables in the house with a perfect TV view. They served me the best chicken and leek pie and chips I've ever eaten. And we didn't get our necks wrung or teeth kicked in for being the only Americans there watching this game! We pretended we were Canadians, of course, and I'm sure we fooled everyone.

Had a lovely meal there, staff really helpful, table clean, drinks good. Helped us out with a table for the rugby. Can't fault them. Will definitely visit again

Went there yesterday and had a lovely meal with good service, landlord almost forgot to charge us for our drinks, being honest I told him and paid for them. We went back today for Sunday lunch today, what a difference, a really long wait for our meal, automatically charged a 10% service charge which we didn't realise until we had the receipt and then got charged £17.75 for our last round of drinks that should have cost £7.75, didn't realise until checking bank account later, a bit disappointed.

Very nice pub with tasty food. We will definitely come back. I ordered beef pie this time served with super creamy mash and peas. Everything was tasty and portion was big enough for person with huge appetite ;)

Charming traditional style tavern

Beautiful pub with an open fire. Stopped off for a bite to eat for lunch after visiting the cathedral and were very happy, as was the dog who got a plate of ham.

Lovely pub, very cosy. We had some great food and great service. I would highly recommend it.

Friendly staff and a comfortable setting. Particularly lovely in the winter. Popped in for lunch and was pleasantly surprised, apparently all of their meat is from Pritchetts Butchers.

Really nice pub. In Southampton for three nights prior to going on a Cruise. Popped in as a break from shopping. Lovely atmosphere.

Just had the best beef and vegetable pie with chunky chips ever! Beautifully tasty, plenty of gravy and the portion was so generous, I was defeated! Lovely ambiance. I don't often recommend places but this was wonderful. Thankyou.

Enjoying our drinks but felt very rushed 30 minutes before closing

Great atmosphere, enjoyable visit

Huge Sunday lunch very good value for money

Cracking little boozer, friendly staff and a good selection of food and drinks. Great atmosphere and worth a visit when you're in town.

Super cozy and nice atmosphere. Food was great with very generous portions. Staff was also super friendly and attentive (I believe we were served by Callum, thank you!)

Usually a nice place for a drink, but last night two of the bar staff were extremely rude to customers all evening 😒

Not sure if the pub has been taken over but it’s not as good as it used to be which is a real shame. The bar staff are extremely rude to their customers.

Excellent lunch ,very nice and good value for money, very attentive and helpful staff.5

Brilliant food & service. They also allow dogs in & gave him a bowl of water.

Had a great night here... Special thanks to Callum (manager) .. he was very humble and kind... You're amazing Callum... !

Best burger I have had in years. Chicken skewer very tasty too. Ambient setting and good staff. Top job

Absolutely amazing food, friendly staff, and comfortable seats. Would highly recommend 👌

Sausages and mash are great. Good selection of beers and the service is friendly. It is worth a stop to sit and relax in one of the large leather chairs after having toured the cathedral...

Good honest pub food, generous portions, served with a will. We were asked if we wanted any condiments, so I got some mustard to go with my pie and chips. You know how you often get palmed off with a couple of sachets… I was given about half a potful, in a ramekin on a saucer, with a paper napkin for luck!

Made to feel very welcome. The lunch menu is reasonably priced and quality and quantity served was excellent, not your usual chain offer either. Beautiful interior. Would recommend.

There is one clogged men's toilet. The apple cider is tasty. I rummaged through the bookcase and looked at a few books. All from around 1910.

This is my go to pub when out in Salisbury, lovely atmosphere and a friendly environment to be in. I did prefer the old name "Wig and Quill" but hey ho, a change of name didn't change the pub thankfully. Go visit for a pint or wine. 🍺🍷

Great food and cozy dark interior. Food was really a cut above, with actual presentation, good flavors and satisfying portions.

The chips are thick cut, well fried and might be the best thick cut chips (fries) I've ever had in my life. The cod was similarly well fried, and delicious, enjoyed by our entire party. The lunch service was friendly and helpful. The pizzas were a very good size.

The pub is near the Cathedral which a plus but I found the staff member a bit off could have been more friendly. Prices were fine for the drinks but we didn't have anything to eat so I cannot say about the food.

Nice place with good service and food

Nice pub. They serve neckoil which is a decent pint. Darts were good fun. Abby was really friendly.

One of my favourite pub in Salisbury for people 30+. Very nice atmosphere!

Fantastic pub with a great drink selection and friendly staff. Love the decor, seats and fire places..worth a visit