About
The Bell is a traditional and iconic 300 year old community owned pub and live music venue owned by over 700 members and offering a haven from the bustle of city life
Free live music is to be found on Monday nights, every other Tuesday night, Wednesday nights and Sunday afternoons showcasing a wide range of local and international musicians and acts. There are also DJ's every Friday night and all day on Saturdays plus an open mic night on Thursdays
They stock a good selection of real ales and are regularly featured in the good pub guide. There are fresh cooked pizza's available on Wednesday's and Friday to Sunday, which can be enjoyed indoors or outside in our sheltered beer garden
They are proud sponsors the Orchestra of Everything and are a Living Wage employer
Opening Times
| Open: (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Tuesday | 16:00 | - 23:00* |
| Wednesday - Saturday | 13:00 | - 23:00* |
| Sunday | 12:00 | - 22:30* |
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Facilities
Other
- Step-free entrance: There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
Catering
- Cater for vegetarians
- Licensed
- Serve lunch - Sunday only
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - Before 7pm
Establishment Features
- Al Fresco Dining - Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Beer Garden
- Dog Friendly
- Live Music
- Outdoor Terrace
GENERAL
- Disability awareness / equality training: Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff.
- Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people: Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers.
- Enclosed outdoor area: There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use.
Key Features
- In town/city centre
- Unique venue
PARKING
- Designated accessible parking: Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Solo accepted
RESTAURANT / DINING ROOM / BAR
- Quieter table: A table located in a quieter area is available, where noise is minimised.
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
Show Facilities
Awards
- TripAdvisor Awards
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017 - Regional and Miscellaneous -
TripAdvisor - Certificate of Excellence - 2018 2018
Events
Friday, 6th November 2026 - Friday, 6th November 2026
Best Damn Songwriters at The Bell InnAn evening of outstanding original music from his favourite songwriters. His pretty finger-picked songs & deep voice are poetic, folky & resonant- more info
Saturday, 7th November 2026 - Saturday, 7th November 2026
Gypfunk at The Bell InnJoin The Bell Inn on a journey through the rancid and edgy back streets of Paris.- more info
Sunday, 8th November 2026 - Sunday, 8th November 2026
Guthrie Kennard & Friends at The Bell InnStateside bluesy songwriter to whom being sociable - possibly over a beer - must occupy nearly as much time as music- more info
Sunday, 8th November 2026 - Sunday, 8th November 2026
The Jake Leg Jug Band at The Bell InnJL & Co. are known for a bigger band and some tasty instrumentalists. This is the roots of so much we still love and the original material has never been bettered.- more info
Monday, 9th November 2026 - Monday, 9th November 2026
Trudgeon's Trad Jazz Troubadours at The Bell InnJoe & friends are the merry motley multigenerational crew who have rehabilitated Trad.- more info
Wednesday, 11th November 2026 - Wednesday, 11th November 2026
King Ayisoba at The Bell InnThe Bell Inn are lucky to have scored this one: the King here has been at the top of the game in his native Ghana for 20 years now, and his frequent forays into the rest of the world have made him a welcome guest on every continent bar Antartica.- more info
Sunday, 15th November 2026 - Sunday, 15th November 2026
The Andy Burden Band at The Bell InnHe's a whole lot happier now: actor, theatre director and now Executive Director, a major figure in the Bath & Walcot artistic landscape, but Andy is never happier than with a guitar round his neck and a new song in the air. Their feeling is infectious!- more info
Monday, 16th November 2026 - Monday, 16th November 2026
The Jack Grace Band at The Bell InnJack is clearly Americana from the inside, tho' that doesn't always come with the intelligence, humour, and shall we even say Grace that he brings?- more info
Tuesday, 17th November 2026 - Tuesday, 17th November 2026
Holly Ebony at The Bell InnLovely Contemporary Folk-style trio from down Devonshire way, a powerful female presence with equal parts enchantment & environmentalism.- more info
Wednesday, 18th November 2026 - Wednesday, 18th November 2026
Total Clusterfunk at The Bell InnSlight name change so as not to be confused with any inferior product, this is likely the finest soul/funk band you will hear all year, a superfine collective of session players and old friends.- more info
Saturday, 21st November 2026 - Saturday, 21st November 2026
Young Loud & Snotty Club at The Bell InnCelebrate the release of Quick Romance's second single 'Punk Of The Month' at Young Loud And Snotty!- more info
Monday, 23rd November 2026 - Monday, 23rd November 2026
Svavar Knutur at The Bell InnSvavar is a unique personality, you won't have met anyone quite like him before, and there really isn't anything else as memorable to do on a dark November night.- more info
Wednesday, 25th November 2026 - Wednesday, 25th November 2026
James Morton & Friends at The Bell InnJames is a premium treat, and that he's done the sax thing for names like George Clinton, Tony Allen, Fred Wesley, Roni Size, and The Herbaliser.- more info
Saturday, 28th November 2026 - Saturday, 28th November 2026
The Marching SKAletons at The Bell InnA few weeks after The Day of the Dead, admittedly - you know we say that dead folks are 'the late' so-n-so, right? - but still spot on with their evocation of the real deal of '60s brass-bound ska. Goodtime music to die for.- more info
Sunday, 29th November 2026 - Sunday, 29th November 2026
The Lost Revellers at The Bell InnOriginal world-folk flavoured music all the way from East Sussex, with a tale or two to tell and a sense of drama to tell it with too.- more info
Monday, 30th November 2026 - Monday, 30th November 2026
Katie West Band at The Bell InnKatie was memorable in Truckstop Honeymoon, who made many friends here and most other places, but she's been back here in at least 3 other combos since and they're all top quality rootsy stuff. Is there no end to the girl's talents?- more info
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