The Bell is an 18th Century country pub located in the picturesque village of Shenington, rural North Oxfordshire, on the edge of the Cotswold escarpment. With a rich history dating back to 1700, this traditional English inn has provided a warm welcome to locals and travellers alike, offering a place to eat, drink, and relax in a cozy atmosphere.
Our Story
Proprietors Mike Hendry and Jennifer Allott bring a combined 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry to The Bell, along with their loyal companion Max the dog. Their vision is to create a proper pub, where everyone feels at home. Under new ownership since 2016, The Bell aims to provide good food, a warm welcome, and an emphasis on freshly prepared, quality ingredients.
Our Services
At The Bell, we offer a range of services to make your visit with us truly special. Our kitchen strives to create a constantly changing menu that works within the seasons, using quality local ingredients to serve imaginatively cooked yet honest food in a relaxed setting. Our bar serves local Hook Norton ale, an ever-changing guest beer, and a selection of British and Continental lagers, alongside Hogans cider from nearby Alcester. We also offer an extensive selection of spirits and liqueurs, and a variety of homemade bar snacks.
Our Food
Our menu is constantly changing, but always focuses on quality local ingredients, imaginatively cooked to create honest food that is sure to please. Our dishes are predominantly meat and fish, but we can prepare vegetarian or vegan meals with advanced notice. Please inform us of any dietary requirements or allergies at the time of booking.
Our Drink
Our bar is stocked with a selection of local and national drinks, including local Hook Norton ale, an ever-changing guest beer, and a range of British and Continental lagers. We also offer Hogans cider from nearby Alcester, and an extensive selection of spirits and liqueurs. If you're feeling peckish, our homemade bar snacks are the perfect accompaniment to your drink.
Bookings and Reservations
To ensure a table at The Bell, we recommend booking in advance, especially on weekends and during peak seasons. You can book online or by phone, and we look forward to welcoming you to our little corner of North Oxfordshire.
Food and Drink
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with every reviewer giving the food a perfect score of 5/5. Commenting on the quality of the meals, reviewers praised the generous portions, delicious flavors, and excellent presentation. Many mentioned specific dishes, such as the Sunday roast, scampi, fish and chips, and lamb kebab, as standouts. Only one reviewer, Callum Mcphail, mentioned a slightly longer than expected wait for their food, but still gave the overall experience 4 stars.
Service
Across the board, reviewers praised the friendly and welcoming service. Many thanked the staff for their excellent care, mentioning that they were helpful, attentive, and made them feel at home. Some reviewers also specifically commended the chef, saying that they should be proud of their dishes.
Atmosphere
Reviewers appreciated the cozy and picturesque atmosphere of the pub, describing it as warm and welcoming. Several mentioned the lovely setting, with open fields and a village atmosphere. The pub's courtyard was also praised as an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the weather.
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