OUR HISTORY...

The origin of the Bell Inn stemmed from the need to cater for the Traveller of the day back in the 17th & early 18th centuries who used the busy roadway of the time from Great Yarmouth to Bury St Edmunds and on to London.

The Bell Inn was so popular because of its extensive stabling for the large draught horses used for passenger travel and additional mounts available. With added accommodation and popular bar the Bell Inn proved ever popular.

In the latter part of the 19th & 20th centuries the Bell Inn became the focal point of local social activity within the village of Rickinghall.