The Bell Inn in Wiltshire

Booked for lunch with friends and 2 dogs. Extremely friendly staff who cannot do enough for you. Our friends wanted scotch eggs to start but they didn't have any ready. After a short discussion the chef made them some fresh. Delicious!! Salt and pepper squid was tender and tasty and the best moules frites we have had in a long time. A long relaxed lunch which was perfect xx

Stayed at the Bell Inn for 2 nights. Tan and Andy were lovely as were all the staff. Very helpful and informative about the area. Food was excellent. We ate there both nights. There’s a lovely atmosphere in this place and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The local shop next door does amazing pasties too.

Very enjoyable meal. Short menu but all found something we liked and was well cooked and presented with friendly service. Limited parking could be an issue as only a small village. It wasn't very busy, even though it was a Friday evening, so do support them if you're in the area, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

We took my mum for Sunday lunch the plate was cold, the roast beef we could not eat we took it home for the dogs . Very disappointed definitely not worth the price.

Four of us enjoyed a steak meal at The Bell recently. The steaks (ribeye for £21 and rump for £19) were all cooked exactly as ordered, from rare to well done, the chef cooked them perfectly. The accompanying garnishes were good, especially the pepper sauce. The Don Placero Rioja was very drinkable (£6.50 for 250ml which was worth every penny.) We also received excellent and attentive service from Kirsty. There were other locals in which made for a convivial atmosphere. Good night out!

Very nice surroundings on arriving, the lady in charge was very welcoming and engaging We had a beer before food ,the food was amazing ,we executed. We love you xxxxxxx

We booked as a family for Mother’s Day lunch and were not disappointed. We had one vegan to cater for so I emailed a week in advance to ask what options they could make. We were offered two. We arrived for our meal and it was a lovely touch as the tables had been decorated. We had our meals which were all delicious and topped it off with dessert too. The service was very good, staff friendly and helpful. All the ladies were given a little hand make gift box with a few chocolates in, another lovely touch.

Fantastic food, meal wonderful ,Ambience great. Staff wonderful and Chef very accomplished. Will be back. People of great cheverell you don't know what a gem you have on your door step.

Up from S Devon for 3 nights B&B locally. 'Groupon' deal available for a mains and a drink, checked TA and duly booked for a Thursday night. Great pub, excellent menu & cellar, friendly staff & locals. Outstanding result and value. Recommended, thanks to all the Team.

Really nice cosy pub - no rush to leave as we were there until mid-afternoon (didn't realise the time). Crackling fires, dogs, very nice atmosphere.

Long waits. Hugely overpriced. Totally disinterested staff. Small meals. Tired decor. Dogs allowed to roam around restaurant area. Wouldn't return

Met a friend here for an evening meal. Shown to our table with the menus which was fine then it all went downhill from there. We gave our order to be told there was no pork belly left (at just 7pm) so my wife reordered, came back 2 mins later saying they only have 2 portions of lamb!! My wife does not eat potato so asked for a meal without it, which happened ok, the chef then appeared and asked if she would like some sweet potato fries instead which she accepted, so we waited…..and waited, she could not wait any longer so ate her meal 10 mins later out came the fries!!! We then waited over 30 mins after finishing our meals to have our plates cleared away even though the staff were serving food to a table right next to us, we had to go to the bar and ask for the plates to be cleared, we then received the dessert menu and 5 out of the 7 desserts were unavailable “due to having a busy weekend”!!!!! Well first thing Monday morning GO AND DO SOME SHOPPING! We booked the table approx 3 or 4 weeks prior. Other issues for me, there was a dog running loose in the pub which crawled under our table 3 times whilst we were eating and when the chef appeared it even licked her apron!!! If the pub is busy it is very noisy and there are no quiet areas where you can have a meal and chat. The food we had was nice but for me the portion sizes were small for the price paid. I would not recommend this pub, which is a shame as the web site looked good and we do try to support local businesses but this business failed on this occasion.

Sunday Lunch 11/11:23 Great plate of delicious roast beef, Yorkshire Pud, Potatoes, Green things too. Followed by yummy poached pear with Earl Grey ice cream. Such a good atmosphere, not pretentious and above all a really lovely team.

Had heard good things about The Bell and our visit certainly confirmed it. We went for Sunday roast and the food was lovely. The staff couldn’t be more warming and friendly. Would definitely recommend a visit.

We saw this advertised on Groupon and decided to try it out, some 29 years after our first visit! We were very impressed, the pub is very inviting, friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. The food was very, very good, we both had steak which was cooked just how we like it. The portions were good sizes too. A nice touch for the chef to come out and speak with his customers. We spoke about the Sunday roast and we will definitely be back to try it. Thank you.

Just had Sunday at the Bell with a group of friends, lovely setting the Lunch was very good and plenty of it the Service we received from I believe her name was Gale was fantastic so thank you.

A great pub to visit. Good selection of beers. Friendly staff with a nice beer garden. Good honest food. Landlord and Landlady could not be nicer and working really hard to make the whole experience an enjoyable one . A must visit

Popped in for Sunday lunch with friends today - superb. Delicious fresh cooked food - good selection of roasts, including excellent vegetarian option. The team here clearly take pride in what they do, and it shows. Highly recommended - looking forward to checking out their new evening menu.

This was a first visit back in many many years and what can we say. It was a special occasion for us - Andy, Tan and all the staff made it feel special right from the moment we arrived. We have not had such a customer focussed experience anywhere in this country for a long time. The atmosphere, food, service were perfect for a village pub which is not a destination restaurant. Thank you so much and all the very best - we will be back soon. Highly recommended to all locals. Nearby pubs take note…this is how it should be done!

10 /10 very good staff and i would go again food is good aswell the cheff is good at cooking a nice breakfast

Had a wonderful evening at The Bell last night. The food was delicious, and our steaks were cooked to perfection. Great atmosphere, and a great team. Thank you.

Coming back from a long day passed by with some friends and decided to stop. Instantly greeted by the lovely landlords whose gracious hospitality made us feel more than at home. We ordered some light bights which went down a treat. Would more than recommend...

6 of us decided to pop in for the two steaks for £30. Very impressed,well cooked steak,with a slight hint if char grill,lovely chips,nice and fluffy but not dry,also a really nice and plentiful peppercorn sauce. Chef checked in on us to see if all was good. Beer good,atmosphere friendly. All round,very nice experience

Since the new owners have taken over The Bell has gone from strength to strength. The food is excellent and reasonably priced and there’s plenty of variety in the menu while ensuring that everything is fresh. It still retains its welcome as a village pub...

I went to try the food here. I chose pork, which I don't usually opt for because it can be dry. I ordered it because it came with dauphinoise celeriac! The dish was beautifully presented. And....the pork was NOT dry! It was really tender, in...

What a lovely meal we had today! We’ve been here before but weren’t too happy. A lovely warm welcome. The present proprietors are welcoming & attentive. They made our whole experience superb. The food was lovely & we were well looked after. Nothing was too...

Had a lovely meal at The Bell Inn that is now under new ownership and it’s clear the difference they have made. The food is now really good, tasty and more importantly freshly sourced. The service even better… with a warm welcome as soon as...

We had been let down at another local pub where we had booked a table. On arrival we found the pub was closed. We then diverted to The Bell Inn at Great Cheverell and were given a very warm welcome; a table was quickly arranged...

The Bell has recently reopened and is rapidly becoming a very popular venue for us villagers, and for people who travel from near and far to enjoy its hospitality. The staff are friendly and attentive, the beers are well kept, and the whole place is...

A welcoming well run pub. Stopped here for a quick light lunch. Food was excellent and everything spotlessly clean. Excellent service.

A wonderful steak night experience. Good quality steak and lovely wine. The service and the atmosphere were also great. The new owners and manager are doing a fab job!

Our first visit to the pub since it was taken over and we weren't disappointed. We had booked for 4 adults and 2 dogs and on arrival there was a fresh water bowl and treats for the dogs at our table. Very friendly and welcoming...

Went for Sunday lunch to celebrate a family birthday, there was a lovely atmosphere and the staff were very attentive and welcoming. The food was fantastic! All too often a roast dinner has over cooked meat and not enough vegetables - this certainly was not...

Flawless service. Superb food. Good choice on the menu of food and drinks. Bell Inn has a well deserved excellent reputation. Attentive, immaculately presented, knowledgeable staff. Elegant and comfortable pub. I have stayed overnight in guest room, very well decorated and furnished. The staff gave...

We called in today for lunch. There was a friendly welcome & a great atmosphere. The food - we had a roast dinner - was lovely and good value for the money. Nothing was too much trouble & we were well looked after. We understand...

Called in during a lunchtime, basically as we were just passing. Got chatting to the lovely lady serving behind the bar who told us that the pub had been under new ownership/management for just a few weeks. We were very impressed. A really nice old...

We had a lovely road meal last Sunday. The portions were generous and it was well presented. Could have done with a few more potatoes, but that's because they were great. The pudding, a warm chocolate brownie with white chocolate sauce was the best I've...

OMG the new owners of this lovely little pub don’t have a clue on how to provide customer service, the only thing they seemed to be interested in is your money. Food not the best, no atmosphere anymore, the glass I was served my pint...

Not sure I want to review this.. kinda like the pub quiet. But.. best beer batter ever. Dog friendly pub, locals are ok too. Fish was fresh and batter was exceptional. Service was prompt and friendly.. they are planning to do take away too. Check...

After driving 10 hours from France we stopped to ask if we could stay the night in the car park and we would have dinner. Absolutely no problem to the staff at all. Food was delicious fish and chips and scampi and chips. Sat by...

Thought we'd pop in for a drink as we'd heard that the pub had changed ownership. Wish we hadn't bothered. The young girlie behind the bar didn't know what she was doing, more concerned about playing with her top. Don't get me wrong cause I...

Recently redecorated local inn. Spotless everywhere. Very comfortable room with good bed and warm and cosy. Really good breakfast and friendly staff. Great location and building.

Very poor service. The waitress was walking around as if she was in a daydream. They completely forgot one starter the fault of the waitress. She then come back to ask us what desserts we wanted after writing them down on a pad. One of...

We booked outside table for 7.30. Initially taken indoors until we asked again to sit outside. No menu offered or bought to us. Given the guidance we thought table service would be operation. We ordered food at about 7.40 after going back to the bar...

Brothers funeral celebration was at the friendly Bell Inn, for the staff, nothing was too much trouble, the sandwiches, cakes and pies etc., were locally sourced, fresh and well presented and absolutely delicious. Usually any old rubbish will do for these occasions, I can honestly...

Lovely food and the staff could not be more friendly this is a must for people looking to eat whether passing through or staying close by

Service was terrible even though a pre-order had been provided. We waited nearly an hour and when the meals were eventually served, the plates were cold, food was tepid and some of the meals were not as ordered. By the time the last meals were...

Stopped off on the way back to Swindon, travelling from Dorset. Turned off as we saw a sign for the Bell Inn, and wanted a cold drink after driving on a hot day. The woman behind the bar was very friendly and welcomed us before...

Popped in for a drink a week previous and ended up booking a table for me and 5 friends for the following Sunday. Did not disappoint! Incredible roast dinner with all the trimmings! Staff are friendly and efficient, would highly recommend!

Had a lovely Sunday Roast. Just right you couldn't beat it. Lovely walks nearby. Plenty of beautiful countryside nearby.

Absolutely delicious Sunday roast here. Stopped on a whim and the staff were friendly, the food was delicious, and really well priced. The chef came out as well, and was very friendly, meeting people and checking things were alright with everyone. Really nice lunch out...

Stopped with friends for lunch. Hadn't been in quite a few years and although new owners, every bit as good as last visit. Club sandwich was great as were other meals. Definitely will visit again.

Visitamos el campanario para cenar, tenía la mejor comida. La carne que encontré es de los carniceros locales. La comida era excelente y el propietario Garry junto con el personal del bar era una excelente anfitriona. El lugar es impecable y la cerveza está bien cuidado. Absolutamente fantástica experiencia de no puedo esperar para volver. John y sharon.

Acabamos de pasar Año Nuevo en Corwall y en nuestro camino de regreso a Surrey, tentempié nos detuvimos en el Bell Inn. Nos dieron una gran bienvenida del personal se sentó y pedimos el almuerzo. Tuve asado del día y Wayne había cigalas. La comida llegó rápidamente fue bien presentado y había un montón de. La comida estaba bien cocinada y deliciosa, el servicio agradable, unobrosive. Nos pareció que tenía una buena relación calidad-precio. Nos encantaría volver y recomiendo hacer una parada en tratando por ti mismo.

Had our wedding aniversary meal here with friends, a lovely surprise for my wife as she didn't expect to find family and friends there when we arrived Great food great service will be back.

Such a peaceful location, we ordered a stilton ploughmans which was served with great presentation, the food was so fresh with an abundance of bread! Staff were very sociable and friendly. Shame we live so far away from this little jewel, we would definately do the 76 miles again to eat there!

An excellent Sunday lunch, our 3rd in the last 6 months. We live our roast beef lunches and were not disappointed. Great value. Very hospitable staff and pleasant surroundings. Would highly recommend it.

Staying at holiday cottage in Erlestoke. The Bell Inn was recommended by the owners.

Had lunch on a Sunday . This was when they have a buffet (carvery, in English terms). The sliced pork and turkey were delicious . Dressing with Yorkshire pudding was a treat. Nice beer selection . Perfect weather for outdoor dining.

Excellent food bogof sizzling steak on Wednesdays. Free starter or dessert on Tuesday. Go for it! Lovely staff excellent chef, great value for money.

a village pub, restaurant, bed & Breakfast. we had lunch. it was 12:00 so we were early for lunch trade. the waitress/ barmaid was attentive. and showed us to a table by the window. the menu is of local produce as certificated in the menu. we being Wiltshire born lads, chose the Wiltshire cured ham and eggs. what came was wondrous. beautifully cooked huge gammon ham with two fried eggs grilled tomato peas and large crispy chips. the waitress was attentive and discreet. as the restaurant filled she still kept an eye on us and when we finished she took our clean plates and provided the sweet menu. i had small ice cream and coffee, the owner came in and introduced himself and had a good rapport with all of us. the bill was reasonable. it is nice to see village pubs surviving by diversifying successfully.

Stopped at The Bell for a lunchtime drink today, having visited several times over recent years. There were a few other customers in the pub and the atmosphere was comfortable and relaxed, however it was a little disappointing when we arrived at the bar to be completely unacknowledged by the only bar staff who was on the phone and emptying the dishwasher. It was a good 3 or 4 minutes before she even made eye contact,(having first completed her call) and although she was very pleasant and polite, a simple 'sorry' for keeping us waiting would have been appreciated. The phone began ringing again whilst she was serving our drinks, but was answered elsewhere by a colleague - to which she commented it was lucky the call was picked up. Lucky for us too - I'm sure she would have delayed serving us in favour of answering the phone!

Visited for a meal with our puppy. The staff and locals were all so friendly and accommodating. Food was very good and my steak was cooked perfectly. Added bonus that you got either a starter or dessert free of charge.

We have been to the bell several times, and every time my partner and I are delighted with the food and the service. We have had Sunday roasts, steak, hunters chicken, mussels etc and everytime the food is faultless, the staff are very friendly, polite and efficient and very reasonable prices for the standard of food on offer, would definitely recommend.

It was my Mother and Fatherinlaws 40th wedding anniversary. They chose to eat here after looking around at all surround restaurant menus that where near to were we lived. they liked the sound of this menu. Arrived quite early 6.15, it was already busy. They sat us next to the fire at the bar. Think thats ok if your popping out for a quick tea but we wanted it to be a little more special since it was a special occasion.so asked to be moved. Its not the best of interiors,very dated and i think abit unloved. There only seems to be the barman/server and a young girl but they manages well. the food though was outstanding. never had ribs like it. linguine with pieces of steak through it. massive steaks and gorgeous pork tender lion we had at the table and everyone enjoyed even the 3 kids with there chicken nuggets. So a big well done to the chef there

We only came across this pub by accident. We were traveling northwards on the A360 between Salisbury and Devizes, when just outside the village of West Lavington, I spotted one of those brown signs you see, indicating a pub somewhere along the road to to Westbury. As we were looking for somewhere for lunch, we thought we would give it a try. Very much a country pub in the local style. We stopped off at about midday and upon entering, the first thing that hit us, was the temperature. It was pretty cold. The fire had not been lit and the central heating had only just been turned on. There were already a few other people in the bar and they had their coats on. We found a place to sit by a radiator. The greeting was friendly and the girl behind the bar attentive. We ordered the fish chowder and were well pleased with it. Very tasty indeed and very filling. The place was pleasant but didn't 'light my fire' I suspect the highlight of the place is probably the food and friendliness of the staff as opposed to the venue itself.

We had seen that this pub had been rated in the top five pubs for food, so went to have a look! The website showed a special offer of a free starter or pudding with each main course ordered, which sounded a good deal. The exterior of the pub was not very attractive as it looks rather shabby with peeling paint etc.

Recently enjoyed a drink in this pub. Friendly staff, good choice of beer, cider and wine available. We didn't eat anything but it had a and nice looking food menu. Would recommend.

We were treated to Sunday Lunch by our great friends Pete and Anita. It is some time since we have visited but we weren't disappointed. The starter and main courses were plentiful, served on hot plates and the food was hot and delicious. The hostess and waitresses were welcoming and friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch and will certainly be back. I can't comment on value for money as it was our friends who paid ;)

Deep-fried food (scampi, chips) okay. Pork belly slimey; gravy glutinous. After two attempts to rectify raw burgers these were left uneaten (but charged in full). Quite simply, there are far better places to eat.

We visited here during the Easter Hols with two teenagers. The menu had a good choice, prices were fair and the food was delicious. Lots of attention to detail. My elder daughter who is a fussy eater asked for the children's menu. She was given it, no problem and charged a fair price for it too. I would recommend this place for a family meal out. Just one thing, parking's a bit awkward and there didn't seem to be a car park so just be aware...

Visited twice over the week, once for dinner, once for lunch. Great both times, really well cooked food, great service and lovely beer. it's a pub really that serves food rather than a restaurant that serves beer. Strangely limited desert menu

Good food, well cooked, fresh fish, nice beer. The atmosphere was very welcoming. A broad selection from the menu covering I would guesss, most tastes.

Excellent Service ,excellent roast dinner & homemade burger & chips I just cant say anymore Thankyou to you all .

Mother's day celebrations and a birthday dinner, as expected Mothering Sunday was a fully booked. Being welcomed in by Gary and Lou, we felt at home it is such a friendly atmosphere. We pre-ordered for ease as we were a party of 8, the roast dinner was amazing, brilliant value for money. some of the group had cod and handcut chips with the chef's own tartare sauce, which was a massive portion and again was great value for money. The service was superb, although they were fully booked, the staff all made sure we had everything we needed. We also visited a few weeks later on a saturday evening for a birthday, and again the food was perfect. We always choose The Bell if we want really good food and a great night.

We decided to try The bell inn as it had been recommended to us by friends for serving great food, it certainly lived up to their rave reviews. On arrival we received a warm welcome from the owners Lou and Gary, and excellent service throughout our visit from themselves and the very attentive staff. We chose to sit in the bar next to a lovely log fire, which only added to the warm cosy feel of the place. My husband and daughter shared The baked camembert and chutney starter, whilst I enjoyed a delicious homemade leek & potato soup. To follow came Hunter's chicken, The homemade gourmet steak burger, and ham egg and hand cut chips with salad. The presentation of the food was fantastic and certainly impressed us, the flavours of the food were divine. The ham egg and chips was amazing with a great salad that was beautifully dressed, my husband declared that the burger was the best he had ever tasted. The use of good quality meats and produce is certainly evident, and the food was far superior to any other pub food we have had, and is just one of the reasons we will travel the 40 minutes from home to eat there in the future. Over all it was great food in a lovely village pub, with friendly service, offering excellent value for money. Can't wait to go back!

Spring van be a very difficult time to know what heating is likely to be required. We visited on a lovely sunny day but the pub itself was uncomfortably cold with no evidence of any heating at all.

Visited today for lunch and I agree with other reviews that the pub was cold although the waitress(of whom more later) was kind enough to turn the fire from attractive to warm for us..Two great assets-the starters which were absolutely superb-particularly my scallops and the hard work of the waitress who served the food and behind the bar on her own and with great care and consideration- as the pub became busier-full marks.Ruth and I had the steak and ale pie which in common with all the food was beautifully presented. The pastry circle was a good idea with excellent filling but the pastry was a little too hard. Hand cut chips were a bit big and could have been crisper but overall the portions were very substantial and the flavours were really good making it a great pub experience.

It's great to still be able to go to a pub that serves outstanding food and leaves you full. The bell is what Sundays are about great roast beef ( still slightly pink) just the way I like it, fantastic tasting gravy ( effort has gone into that) massive Yorkshire pudding ,proper Sunday veg and crispy potatoes Perfect!!!!!!!!! Spoke to the Chef James after the meal for yorkie recipie looking forward to giving it ago.

Ate at the bell in two weeks ago the food was outstanding, even trying to think of something to fault I really can't very impressed. The waitresses were great but there was one disappointment which was the restaurant was very Cold !!!

This is a typical village pub. Not many customers on a Saturday lunchtime but a long wait for the food. The portions were large, no complaints there, the onion rings enormous! After good reviews on Trip Advisor of the banana split we found it ordinary, nothing special. The access to the pub is up a flight of steps, not easy for someone with walking difficulties. Also the the access to the toilets is down two steps with no handrail, also a challenge. There was no fire in the restaurant so we shivered, probably should have chosen to sit in the bar where there was a cosy fire. Prices were very reasonable, and the staff friendly.

We ate here on Saturday 9th March after finding on a web search. One of us had the special 'leek, chicken & cider pie' interesting pie as little pastry but lots of meat. Two of us ahd the burgers, which were good, though a little pink and the 'handcut' chips were very chunky and not quite cooked. Two of us had the banana split, very basic. The service was excellant but feel it is overpriced

We wanted to eat after the Pimlico Opera production of West Side Story at nearby HMP Erlestoke (and a an excellent performance it was too) This is the nearest pub but finishes serving food at 2100 - or so it says on the website. But the staff are flexible and, as long as we ordered beforehand, were happy to accommodate us.

Delicious, looked like a work of art! The salmon was beautifully moist and freshly cooked to order. The breakfasts are also freshly cooked, using local ingredients.

On the way to Devizes in Wiltshire county a pub on the road offers amazing food and pub ambiance. If a sunny day the patio is a treat for lunch. The prices are good, the service excellent.

Small restaurant in the pub, nice choice of menu although limited on salads etc. Food coming out looked wonderful & ow nice to have duck eggs with the gammon

my wife & myself came across this little gem 4 years ago and to be honest the big mistake was not going back sooner..the food was 1st class then and we were not dissapointed again either..the same landlord as before was very friendly as were the staff,even the locals were friendly.

Gret pub, great atmosphere and lovely food. Simple as that!

Well kept pub with enthusiastic tennants who deserve to do well. The real ale is kept in great condition which is accompanied by wholesome food for the eaters, A separate restaurant area is available. The toilets are clean as well!

The Bell has been a long time favourite of mine. Whenever friends and family visit they always want to go to TheBell even though I have a local pub and restaurant closer to my home. The reason we like going there is because they are always so helpful the, restaurant area is lovely (although there is just as good seating and service if you eat in the bar area) and the menu caters for everyone. I have a Japanese friend and she loves their fish dishes, they always have lovely vegetarian dishes for me and all the meat eaters in my circle of friends and family always find really nice dishes to choose from. them. Good all round service, food and value for money and you can't ask for better than that.

Although the Bell is not my closest pub I always am happy to go that extra mile for the warm welcome, broad choice of scrumptious food and excellent service and hospitality. I can only assume the previous review is written about a different pub!

My girlfriend and I were passing through the Devizes area, and were seeking somewhere to eat out, we tried two or three local country pubs, all of which did not serve food on a sunday evening which we both found bemusing.