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
Sunday, 6th September 2026 - Sunday, 6th September 2026
Los Desafinados at The Bell InnVocalist/violinist Azhaar has the pick of the Latin players in the region, and out of tune is one thing they won't be.- more info
Monday, 7th September 2026 - Monday, 7th September 2026
The Original Five at The Bell InnA bluegrass band from Sweden take to the stage at The Bell Inn- more info
Tuesday, 8th September 2026 - Tuesday, 8th September 2026
Chumley-Warner Brothers at The Bell InnBridget was in legendary Bath bands Demented Stoats & Hippy Slags, spent 2 years with Hawkwind, and still does Space Rock with Spirits Burning.- more info
Wednesday, 9th September 2026 - Wednesday, 9th September 2026
World Government at The Bell InnAn unstoppable groove, telepathic communication, and 100% renewable energy from the dancefloor.- more info
Sunday, 13th September 2026 - Sunday, 13th September 2026
Blue Break Beats at The Bell InnSextet dedicated to reviving the hard-grooving soul/jazz of the classic '60s Blue Note grooves- more info
Sunday, 13th September 2026 - Sunday, 13th September 2026
Pasha Finn & The Ellipsis at The Bell InnEveryone knows Pasha, tho' maybe more from behind a bar than behind a guitar.
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Wednesday, 16th September 2026 - Wednesday, 16th September 2026
The Golden Guild at The Bell InnThe Bell's favourite Reggae band of the moment get an accelerated return visit 'cos summer's still here and it wants celebrating. Many qualities of classic '70s reggae but young, here & now.- more info
Sunday, 20th September 2026 - Sunday, 20th September 2026
Tango Calor at The Bell InnMirek Salmon already had a reputation as a virtuoso on accordion-type instruments, of which the Bandoneon is the most passionate, expressive and assertive.- more info
Monday, 21st September 2026 - Monday, 21st September 2026
Milon at The Bell InnSaxman Dino Christodoulou used to be a regular visitor here, and is always chasing a sound no-one else has; great to have him back, in this 'psych-jazz' quartet with shapeshifting guitarist Neil Smith.- more info
Tuesday, 22nd September 2026 - Tuesday, 22nd September 2026
Selveya + Cherry at The Bell InnSwiss, and very much so - in a good way, never fear. Solidy built, smiley, multi-influenced, crafted. Imagine you're in one of those café stages in Glastonbury's Green Fields and you're halfway there. Cherry are an acoustic duo from Britain.- more info
Wednesday, 23rd September 2026 - Wednesday, 23rd September 2026
Dragonsfly at The Bell InnBritish, Celtic, Eastern European and Middle-Eastern folk music all sitting happily together and influencing each other, surely the Little Englander's nightmare…- more info
Saturday, 26th September 2026 - Saturday, 26th September 2026
Salt Beef Reuben at The Bell InnTom Wyeth and friends get exponentially better each time out: danceable jazz with optimal instrumental chops from hungry young elite music students. "Oh yeah I saw them in a pub in the '20s" you will be saying in the pub in your 60s.- more info
Sunday, 27th September 2026 - Sunday, 27th September 2026
Lavinia Blackwall at The Bell InnNew generation folk rock from absolutely one of the finest Brit fem vocalists of this century and her ever-developing band - working up a great set of self-penned material nowadays too.- more info
Monday, 28th September 2026 - Monday, 28th September 2026
Good Guy Hank at The Bell InnAustralian songbird, instrumentalist and indie star Pep Emmerichs returns following a memorable summer performance with Rain of Animals and mandolin virtuoso Jacob Jolliff.- more info
Wednesday, 30th September 2026 - Wednesday, 30th September 2026
Get The Blessing at The Bell InnGoing back to their roots: GTB's 2nd album was recorded live at The Bell 22 years ago, and in the meantime they've only got more precise, more obsessed with FX pedals, noisier, and frankly funnier. Prepare to pack yourselves in.- more info
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