Wiveton Bell in North Norfolk - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

We booked a family lunch to celebrate my husband’s 60th birthday. We were staying nearby in Holt. It’s an attractive pub in a lovely location. The waitresses who served us were very pleasant although a couple of things were forgotten or the wrong thing brought. The food was only average unfortunately. Gnocchi was bland and quite tasteless. Sunday roast was ok but nothing special. This was disappointing as it was a celebration. We probably wouldn’t go there again to eat.

We had the three coarse Sunday lunch, the starters and desserts were lovely but the mains were obviously re-heated, tough as boots sirloin beef, roast potatoes very dry, gravy like water and the Yorkshire pudding so crispy you could snap it in half, it was only 3pm so not late, they had also ran out of apple sauce when pork belly is 1 of the only 2 main meat Sunday dishes available. Under staffed I think, I saw a girl putting dinners on wrong tables, taking them back to the kitchen pretty much the whole two hours we were there. The bill came to £145 with drinks and we drove away upset. No parking either. Gents has non-flushing urinals so the gents smells strong of urine, unhygienic I think for a food establishment. A very poor show. We will not return and we will go to the The Three Swallows next time.

We have dined here in the past and really enjoyed it. However today we had Sunday lunch with family and were disappointed. Staff were very friendly but everything was rather slow and chaotic. The waitress arrived with our main course before we had had our starters/snacks so we sent them back. We had ordered olives/bread/cheese sticks so nothing needing cooking, we then waited another 20 minutes before they arrived. The table next to us had ordered exactly the same after us and had theirs delivered. Surely we should had ours first as we had been waiting. The roast beef main course was very fatty and tough. Overall pleasant meal but do not think it warranted £17 as service charge.

This used to be a wonderful gastropub. Since being taken over by The Chestnut Group it has declined and declined. If you are looking to speed eat your meal with average food, packed in like sardines and enjoy complete indifference by staff then this is the place for you. We have frequented this lovely pub for years, had countless family celebrations, Christmas’s and New Years. Such a shame to see such a beautiful pub decline to such an extent. There are numerous other establishments in the area of Wiveton. I would advise you to try them instead.

We have been coming to this pub for many years but since the change over it appears to have gone down hill. The pub is beautiful, with a beautiful garden and lots of car parking. We come for Sunday lunch, and had a starter and one roast beef and pork belly. The curried soup was lovely but the roasts were very poor. The Yorkshire pudding tasted stale, and the pork belly was very undercooked. The veg on the side was very soggy, and felt like it had been sat around for ages (despite us having an early lunch at 12.15). The service was also incredibly slow, despite the restaurant not being full, and we had to follow up for our mains due to the time lapse. The staff were friendly however they seemed inexperienced and chaotic - you could constantly seen food being returned to the kitchen, which was alarming in itself, and the staff openly flapping. I won’t be coming back, and wouldn’t recommend you visiting.

Amazing staff who were able to squeeze a booking in last minute. Great food with quick service and dog friendly! We had a range of different meals from the menu all of which were great quality. Perfect atmosphere aswell!

Went for lunch on 12/9/24. Beautiful pub and location.The food was adequate but expensive. The young waiter requires training in customer service, because he was rude and off hand in his manner. Also building work was taking place outdoors which was very intrusive and impactful. Disappointing experience because so much of this place was gorgeous. Will not be coming back.

Went for lunch here today. Harry greeted us. Top young guy asked us how we were. Were we local. Also took our order and delivered it. Superb total asset to your company. Food amazing. Service equally. Thank you Harry and team.

Thanks to all the friendly staff, we were made to feel very welcome. The garden was nice and so was the lunch. Harry deserves a special mention for going above and beyond to ensure our visit was a good one. Thanks 😊

Average at best. Frozen fish that tasted of nothing. Obvious low grade ingredients with profit margins at the forefront of every decision. £36 for a steak and when I asked if it was local, the answer was “I think so”. Following investigation, it transpired it came from “Suffolk”. In other words, what ever the large chain catering supplier delivered. Such a myriad of local produce, use it! Also, sort the fly problem out.

Probably the best pub dining experience I’ve ever had, and I’ve had a fair few in my 55 years! Outstanding food and fantastic staff…

We stayed for a night in the Gallery Room. The room was clean, tidy and well equipped. The evening meal was very good with quite a selection of dishes. Breakfast in the morning finished our night away perfectly. The staff were very polite and helpful. I would certainly recommend the Wiverton Bell if you are looking for a quiet and peaceful break.

This place could be an absolute goldmine, however they need to increase the staffing levels to improve the service to fit the settings and food. I appreciate this is difficult when the weather is so unpredictable however they had 2 service staff on to accommodate around 50 customers and the staff were constantly inside when everyone was outside. From the front we thought it was closed so maybe encourage people to sit at the front first before you offer the back - both are equally picturesque. The setting is amazing, the pub was spotless, and the food excellent - I would suggest having more casual light bites - we all have varied appetites however for just a light bite/sandwich/wrap/salad whilst cycling we all really struggled to choose - perhaps introduce a Greek salad? We were visiting so thought the price was average however we were with local people who thought it was expensive especially v the service. Increase the staffing, make the menu a tiny bit more varied and you will hit your goldmine

Delicious food- attention to detail. Lovely atmosphere a cut above an average pub. Beautiful location. Lovely cosy atmosphere and friendly staff. Always have a delicious meal. Very dog friendly too!

Creative, excellent, tasty food with high quality ingredients. Would definitely come back.

Having spent a few days in the area with my mum. We chose the Wiveton Bell to eat dinner on our last night. The staff were lovely and the deco in the place was nice . Most importantly the food was great I couldn’t fault anything , we had the trout in a shrimp sauce with samphire .. followed by a lovely pannacotta and a good wine . Thank you I would recommend this place ..

Food was good. Let down by both local draft beers being unavailable and wine being unnecessarily pricey.

We recently dined at this village pub and had a pleasant experience overall. The outdoor setting was lovely and the food was delicious. However, we were disappointed when we noticed an automatic gratuity added to our bill. We believe that tipping should be optional and requested for it to be removed, but unfortunately, the staff refused to do so. This policy left a negative impression on us and will deter us from returning in the future. We would have left a tip anyway but my view is it should NEVER be automatically put into a bill, and certainally not refused to be removed. Despite this issue, the atmosphere and cuisine were enjoyable.

Excellent food brilliant service, waitress was so friendly and accommodating thank you for a wonderful evening

Would recommend this hotel for it's lovely location, amazing rooms and wonderful food. Excellent staff that made us feel very welcome, will be looking to stay again.

Lovely experience & Food, Looked after ,will go again..

Fantastic Sunday lunch, really enjoyed the food and atmosphere of this hidden gem in North Norfolk.

Great room & bed. Great atmosphere. Great breakfast. Love the garden & seating outside. Staff are so helpful. Lovely area to stay.

Went for dinner & ordered a burger; absolutely lovely. Pudding was nice as well. Thoroughly recommend

Lovely pub with rooms. Super food and delightful staff. Very dog friendly.

Had breakfast for 10 before heading home. After a slow start and a mix up with pre booked seating, we had a delicious full English. Visited several times for a drink using outside front seats, but there is seating in the garden around the back. Favourite pub in the area.

A well located pub with excellent customer service. However, too much space is given to tables, with no lounge area to enjoy a relaxing drink.

I have been several times with friends and my husband. Very good and friendly staff, excellent food and wine, and they are exceptional for gluten-free, dairy free, and peanut allergies. I'm very impressed with them and will continue coming!

Not up to the usual standard for Chestnut venues. Food was fine but the dining room was beset by flies and the furnishings looked a bit tired and battered. Bedroom was full of character but very tight and necessitated and almost constant crouch!

Delicious food and very helpful staff. We were staying in the village and were so pleased with our first visit that we booked again a few days later.

I was recommended this place by a friend and have to say I wasn’t disappointed. My waitress Niamh was very accommodating as she recommended some brilliant options for food since I was unsure what to get. The food was amazing as well as the service and I have to say it won’t be long before I come back!

We attended the April supper night and one of us also had the wine flight. It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening. The food was excellent, really tasty and beautifully presented. All of the seven courses could not be faulted and clearly the staff had worked very hard. The accompanying wines were also really enjoyable and well matched to the food. The addition of some quick, unobtrusive information about the wine was both interesting and entertaining. The service was great and the whole evening was excellent value for money. I would recommend such an event and I'm sure we'll go again.

Was all fine. Did not like the doors into the en-suite and the shower leaked into the main bathroom area

Lovely experience. Staff were friendly, helpful and made sure that our stay was a good one. Room had a comfy bed and great shower.

Had a fabulous meal at the Wiveton Bell, food was amazing and so were the staff. Keep up the good work !!

The food was awful and the service matched. Friendly people who completely forgot about us. We were also placed in the bar where there was a quiz going on.

A warm welcome for adults , three year old and dog followed by lovely meal with lovely service in lovely surroundings. The most comfortable chairs ever in a restaurant!

We had a really lovely meal, excellent gluten free options as well. All the staff were really friendly and helpful.

Great restaurant in North Norfolk. Best hamburger ever and the Sunday roast can’t be beat. Ate her multiple times during my 3 month visit to the UK from Miami Beach Florida and never disappointed!

The food was good and the staff very friendly but the service was poor. It was a bit hectic when we arrived because the 2 year old was being difficult. However nobody came over to our table and after 10 minutes + I had to go and find someone to ask for water for everyone. We ordered some drinks and food for the children but in order to order our main meal I again had to find someone. There was no one in the dining area and I had to go into the back of the bar to ask for service. It was disconcerting and embarrassing ( we had friends from America with us) that there was no one in the dining area to serve us. Though friendly they were preoccupied with talking to each other rather than waiting on tables.

Wonderful weekend at the Wiveton Bell, Holt and Holkham Beach. The Wiveton Bell is really lovely and the third Chestnut group pub we have stayed at. The welcome was warm, beer and wine very good and a very good dinner menu - fish and chips highly recommended. Breakfast certainly sets you up for a long coastal walk too!! The atmosphere on Saturday night was super with practically every table taken - testament to a good pub. Our room was lovely, and it is worth noting the whole pub is dog friendly - almost essential in North Norfolk!

This is a lovely quiet place to stay. The staff are so friendly and helpful and the chef produces delicious beautifully cooked food. The room we stayed in was very comfortable and it looked out over a village green. The Wiveton Bell is perfectly located for exploring the north coast of Norfolk it’s a gem and our favourite of all the Chestnut group pubs with rooms. We can’t wait to go back.

We booked at the Bell having visited it previously and enjoyed its overall ambience and food. We took a small party who understood from the website that it had a fixed price two course menu. On arrival we found that this was discontinued and only the a la carte menu was available. Our meal was adequate but unremarkable: mine was a small piece of fish in overcooked batter and rather bland and scarce chips. I will certainly be looking elsewhere on my next visit. Also I do like a 'discretionary' 10 pc being automatically added to the bill although there were no problems with the service.

We have been to the Wiveton Bell a few times before but not since it was taken over by The Chestnut Group. Unfortunately the food was nowhere near the quality that it used to be and the menu very plain in comparison. It used to be an exciting place to eat but our experience last night was a little lack lustre. They still seem to be charging Michelin prices but the food is not of this standard.

The staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. The food was first class and service was great. I scored the room as 4* as the bed is very low to the floor which is challenging and perhaps should be included in the description. However that did not distract from the overall ecxperience which was excellent.

A cute setting with a lovely room, situated beside a church. The pub, and the room we had, are on the side of a road that is the main route in and out of the nearby village. However, it is not too disturbing and pretty quiet. The pub's aesthetic is nice enough, but we found the service to be pretty slow, particularly as the pub was quite empty when we had entered and placed our order. The food was ok, but we found the burger to be somewhat dry and the battered fish to be quite greasy. We paid for the option to have breakfast included, which was also nothing spectacular. The French Toast is on sourdough, so isn't quite the soft and smooth texture that is expected of French toast, and the bananas onto were still quite tough and minimally caramelised. I have struggled to justify the price paid, given our experience but the staff are very friendly and receptive of the feedback, and the location is cute and very close to Cley beach.

Terrible meal. What a shame ☹️ We have had so many lovely meals at the “Wivvie Bell” but after today we will not be returning. Awful starter, greasy, oily consommé with a mushroom that was as tender as a tyre from my Volkswagen. This was followed by a dried up polenta cake, several burnt carrot batons and a few rock hard squares of parsnip. Very, very disappointing. Tried a dessert to try to placate my hunger but was met with a very sad apple crumble ( mushy sharp apple puree ) served with raspberry sorbet !?!? Nope, this combination doesn’t work. If you want folks to come back you really need to serve better quality meals.

We booked for lunch, but on arrival were told there were no steaks or burgers on the menu, due to a delivery delay by their supplier. However, the manager went “above and beyond” the call of duty and asked the chef to drive to a”sister” establishment to pick up some burgers, while we tucked in to our starter! The burgers were then cooked on the premises and were really great. We barely noticed any delay. Incredible service really and “huge thanks” goes out to all the staff for devising - and delivering - a solution.

First time eating here and we were not disappointed. We will definitely be back.

Found this pub after a long beautiful walk from Nature reserve to Cley- wanted to try somewhere new and out of where we are staying. The pub parking was clearly signed in a field opposite, it was quiet, the beer was good as was the burger. Sat out in the garden for the first time this year - joy. Many thanks

Had a lovely Sunday lunch on Easter Day. Despite being very full, and us running late, they couldn’t have been more lovely and welcoming. Food, service and atmosphere fantastic and much appreciated after a long walk.

Very poor all round experience. Had previously dined here when it was on the Michelin guide list. It has fallen very far since then. We wont be coming back. Food - 2 Overpriced and average quality. Struggling to find anything positive to say besides it was edible. Nothing unique or special and poor variation. My girlfriend’s fish dish was scorched. Service - 2 Not overly attentive or welcoming at all. Shocked at the end that when going to pay and I asked to pay my own tip and I was advised the amount stated it was mandatory. Not sure this is even legal, and it was not set out in small print on receipt or made clear upon service. Ambience - 2 People continually walking in and out of the conservatory leaving the door open. Even staff struggled to shut the damn door. I could have been eating in average gasto pub.

Fabulous lunch. It was a busy Easter Sunday but staff were friendly, efficient and hospitable. The food was delicious and served without delay, bearing in mind how busy the restaurant was.

Food was lovely, we were booked at 7 and unfortunately a couple of dishes had sold out but hostess was very helpful which was nice . Did feel a little uncomfortable with our table location, think it would have been better to have it as a table for two rather than squeeze 3 or 4 in, but it was OK. Was busy. We didnt take our dogs in but it is a dog friendly place.

Location great, staff friendly, service god and food excellent.

Another great stay. Location, staff all first class.

Lovely room. Cleaning and spacious. Everything you need for a lovely stay. The Presecco on ice was a lovely touc.

The staff here must have been rushed off their feet all day (Mothers Day)when we arrived for our late Sunday dinner at 3.30pm but they still gave us a warm welcome, the staff were friendly and efficient. We had Brancaster Mussels and roast dinners. All of our meals were delicious. The beef was cooked to perfection. The Yorkshire pudds were giant sized. A perfect lazy Sunday afternoon dinner.

Spacious & comfortable seating & ambience with interesting paintings by local artists on the walls. Steak was cooked as requested, it was tender & tasty. Chalk stream trout was delicious...

Perfect for overnight work stop whilst in the area

Disappointed! Nice waitress but didn’t have a clue about the menu when asked to explain what was in certain dishes. Was really looking forward to dining A la Carte but shall not return. I asked for the special which was hake which had no taste and was Luke warm. I was told there were no bones in it as I specifically asked and yes of course there were, my husband had the burger which was good but I mean it was a burger …. A small glass of wine and a beer and the total was £65. Get yourself booked into The Gunton Arms and don’t waste your time here!

Dissapointing, called in here when out walking, we were looking for a place to have my 65th birthday meal later in the week, we obviously disturbed the server who was too busy on her lap top to serve us or even pass the time of day with us, - VERY unwelcoming, needless to say we left - didn't even get ''godbye'' and will not return again.........

Hi -- we stayed with you for one night - along with our grand daughter Lacey. She had the panelled room and we appreciated you moving Fiona & I into the Garden Room so that Lacey could be close by. Dinner was excellent, as was breakfast -- so thank you for making things so enjoyable. Fiona and I look forward to returning by ourselves over the summer. Cheers Murray

Lovely room, good service and excellent food. Will come again!

Lovely restaurant. Great food and very friendly and helpful staff. Service very good. Music was very good, gave a lovely atmosphere as it was Valentine's Day.. We enjoyed our lamb main dish as it was super tender and for dessert we both had the custard tart which was delicious. We are usually here later in the year and sit outside. Inside is very cosy. Recommended!

Our first visit. We had Sunday lunch, in a very vibrant , attractive room. A warm welcome, and great service, but something went wrong half way through our meal. We finished our main course, and our waitress disappeared. Everyone passed us with our empty plates infront of us, for the next 15 - 20 minutes, until I asked for them to be removed. Hopefully it was a hiccup,

Just back from a three night stay at the Wiveton bell. We had such a lovely few days away. The pub has a lovely warm, welcoming, feel about it straight away, decorated and furnished cosily, keeping its pub charm, yet with a modern feel. A beautiful setting, and also close to so many other lovely places, Cley, Holt, Holkham, Cromer, Sheringham....so handy for lots of places, without the crowds. The food was really lovely, great menu, cooked really well, it was the loveliest meal we had had out in a long time! Staff were so friendly and helpful, proffesional and good at what they do. Nothing was a problem and we were made to feel at home. We decided to join the bingo on the Friday night, which was great fun! A busy vibrant pub full of people doing something a little different, and a good cause in providing for chosen charities. Great to see everyone come together. Staff here were a great group of people, and that goes such a long way, not one to do a review but wanted to share, we already look forward to going back.

We’ve visited here many times over the last 20 years and enjoyed it every time, . It’s disappointing to say that we feel that it has gone a bit downhill. The service is still friendly, but the menu and food quality has become pretty average. For example - crispy pork belly should be crisp not flabby, the battered fish stodgy. The competition eg George and Dragon at Cley, is now much better.

Just finished a 3 night stay at this excellent pub/restaurant with rooms. Service throughout our stay was exceptional! We read very good reviews about the restaurant and were not disappointed - so much so we ate our 3 dinners in the restaurant which included a 'local food heroes' menu on the Tuesday evening. Excellent wine (by the glass) list, all reasonably priced which was very welcome. Breakfasts were delicious too and made to order. We stayed in the White Room (one of only 6) which was nicely furnished with a very comfortable bed and quality linens.

Just finished a 3 night stay at this excellent pub/restaurant with rooms. Service throughout our stay was exceptional! We read very good reviews about the restaurant and were not disappointed - so much so we ate our 3 dinners in the restaurant which included a 'local food heroes' menu on the Tuesday evening. Excellent wine (by the glass) list, all reasonably priced which was very welcome. Breakfasts were delicious too and made to order. We stayed in the White Room (one of only 6) which was nicely furnished with a very comfortable bed and quality linens.

Went for Sunday dinner. The staff were lovely and very helpful however the food wasn't so great -roast potatoes were so tough we could not cut them and there no fresh vegetables other than a few roasted ones and a bit of kale. Everything was very salty too. £23 for the sirloin roast and £18 for the veggie roast so expected a bit more to be honest. Also not the greatest kids menu. Haddock and chips, cheesy pasta or roast chicken from what I remember. Choose the £8 pasta which was literally pasta tubes and cheese sauce (maybe a bit of garlic bread and some veg too would be nice). Overpriced for what is was I thought.

Discrepancy regarding Sunday menu advertised on website and offered in restaurant. On website 2/3 course £28/£34 per person. Menu provided in restaurant didn’t have this option. Asked member of staff tending table and advised this was no longer offered. Website needs to be updated.

Having eaten at The Wiveton Bell on two previous occasions we stayed here for the food and were not disappointed. It was excellent. The room was fine and the under-floor heating in the shower room much appreciated. However the bedroom was cold on arrival and we found that the electric radiator was not even plugged in, let alone turned on! A jar contained one packet of two biscuits and this was never replenished. We had to ask for a hairdryer.

We stayed at The Wiveton Bell for 3 nights last week (3 nights for 2 offer) We had the Starlight Room with breakfast, and had dinner in the pub once. Room, food and staff faultless, 5* all round. Connor deserves a special mention for making us feel so welcome on our (rather late) arrival. In fact, I really hope the Chestnut Group appreciates what an asset their staff here are, and gives them the credit they deserve. We will most definitely return.

We stayed for 2 nights at the Wiveton Bell. The food both nights was excellent. The menu was varied and imaginative - we both particularly enjoyed the pheasant although the Sunday roast was also delicious. The service was brilliant; so friendly and helpful. We stayed in the garden room, one of the ‘best’ rooms, which was on two levels and really lovely but, be warned, the bedroom ceiling has a lot of low points so you have to mind your head! There is a gorgeous huge bath.

Gorgeous cosy pub and rooms. All the staff are friendly and attentive and the room spotless and cosy, wish we’d stayed for longer!

Lovely cosy country pub, with really amazing food and excellent service. I’d say the only thing that spoilt it was the piped music - American country/rock music - seemed quite at odds with the decor and ambiance.

Beautiful room, excellent meal and great location, very dog friendly

Lovely stay. The Staff were very welcoming and made real effort to ensure our stay went well

This is the second time we’ve just nipped in for a drink whilst walking on a beautiful but very cold Norfolk winters day. Both times there have been members of staff doing admin on the only table next to the fire. Not only that but names of staff and new staff are talked about and easily over heard. It may be time to do your admin away from the customer area.

Lovely night out with a friend, we went to the charity quiz night which was really well done, lovely food, very attentive staff Niamh our waitress was so nice and really friendly, very quick service too! Beautiful food I would definitely come again! So nice that the proceeds of the quiz went to a good cause too!

Had a very lovely meal at the charity quiz night, our Waitress Niamh was wonderful and attentive, she provided good service from start to finish. The food was great as we're the drinks and the quiz money raised went to a very good cause.

A bit out of the way, but we'll worth the visit. The restaurant is lovely and the food good.

3 out 4 of us had very good meals but my wife’s risotto was cold and stodgy and should never have left the kitchen. It was taken off the bill. The service was very good. It is expensive and portions not huge.

Connor was very warm and welcoming and looked after us exceptionally well as we enjoyed wonderful food. This pub is warm, welcoming and spacious. The menu was varied and the food was excellent. Highly recommend.

We visited for a special family occasion on a Friday lunch time in January so it was very quiet but we were really impressed by both the food and the service, which was prompt without being hurried. The waiting staff were lovely, and the atmosphere was welcoming. Each course was delicious, you could really tell the quality of the ingredients and although we all ate different things, everyone came away happy with their choice. Given the quality it was also reasonably priced. All in all - excellent.

The Wiveton Bell is in a great location to visit the North Norfolk Coast. We had a great stay it was buzzing with people enjoying Lunch when we arrived at 3pm The staff were professional and friendly and our room was absolutely gorgeous. We went...

Food wasn’t bad, but also not impressed. More a restaurant than a pub. Don’t go here if you expect local beers (like the description on Google Maps says). Staff is friendly.

Disappointed with the service. We came for a meal on Christmas Eve and the restaurant staff were not prepared; our starters plates were left on the table for 20 mins after finishing and mains took over an hour to arrive. Notwithstanding, our slight disappointment of the food - the potatoes resembling those sat on the ‘pass’ for a long time. All in all, okay, but service was poor.

A perfect last minute pre-Christmas escape. Great walks to/round Blakeney and Cley from your doorstep. Spacious room (Starlight room) with a very comfortable bed and everything you'd need. We ate in the restaurant on both nights - food and service excellent.

Been here a few times when visiting the area. Nice pub with a cosy atmosphere

The Wivvie Bell retains its charming appearance and friendly welcoming staff but the shift to corporate ownership is a change for the worse. No atmosphere as it was almost empty (lunchtime, last Wednesday before Christmas), portion size much reduced, I’ve seen bigger children’s portions in...

The Sunday roast is really good . Lovely find , nice atmosphere and staff were very attentive

Very nice place to stay and relax nothing around and a nice quiet place. The only problem is there is only parking for 3 cars at the place. so a little walk to another free car park not so good if wet and windy.

A very pleasant well decorated pub. It is ,in truth, more a restaurant with a small bar area. We were met at the door by a very smart manager who showed us to our table. We were served by a very polite waiter. The food...

£10.10 for a 125ml of NZ Sauce Blanc, 3 sips approx £3.10 per sip!!! Front of house talked so quickly we were unable to understand her. Showed to our seats, we were asked what we would like to drink before sitting down and without seeing...

Beef Brisket Starter, Super Roast Beef.Apple crumble (unfortunately no custard) Very good value and good service.

Once a great gastropub, it’s now average and not worth the high price. The fireplace and ambiance are still great and the RM is strong, but prices have risen and food quality has dipped. We’ve been coming to the Bell for years, but this time...

We arrived at the Bell with great excitement but this was knocked out of our sails when we saw the room (the Gallery). For £250 (excl £25 for late check out!), we thought we had booked a room with an additional seating area rather than...

The young woman on reception was helpful and efficient when we booked our table. The waiter was pretty good too but misrepresented my meal telling me it was served pink so I was rather disappointed when I got a small venison pie instead of a...