Christmas at The Bell Inn

We hope you are in high spirits as we approach the festive season!

We are excited to announce our Christmas party nights, filled with live music, merriment, and unforgettable memories.

Whether you’re planning a small gathering with close friends or works event, our Christmas party nights cater to all party sizes and requirements. Our versatile venue can accommodate intimate groups in our Snug as well as larger parties, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all.

In addition to the fantastic live music, our dedicated team will be on hand to provide exceptional service, ensuring that every aspect of your evening is seamless and enjoyable. From delicious festive menus to a wide selection of beverages, we have thoughtfully crafted our offerings to satisfy even the most discerning palates.

Our rooms are also on hand to accommodate those having to travel a little further.

To secure your spot at our Christmas party nights, we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment. Simply email or give us a call on 01379 898445 to discuss your party size, preferred date, and any specific requirements you may have.

Our friendly team will be delighted to assist you in the planning of your event.

Christmas Menu 2025

December Events & Opening Hours

Christmas Party Nights 

Friday 5th December – Music by Loose Covers

Friday 12th December – TBC

Friday 19th December – Music by Vex

Saturday 20th December – Music by Murphys Law

Breakfast with Santa

Sunday 7th December and Sunday 14th December

Breakfast with Bubbles 

Sunday 21st December – Wednesday 24th December

OPENING HOURS

Christmas Eve 12pm – 10pm (Food Served 12pm – 4pm)

Christmas Day 12pm – 2pm (Kitchen closed)

Boxing Day 12 – 6pm (Kitchen Closed)

27th December – 12pm – 10pm (Kitchen Closed)

28th December – (Food Served 12pm – 6pm)

 28th December – Music by Jax & co 8pm

29th -30th December  12pm – 11pm ( Food Served 12pm – 3pm & 6pm – 9pm)

 

New Years Eve 12pm – 1am (Food service 12pm- 6pm )

New Years Day 11am – 11pm (Kitchen Closed)

 

Normal opening hours to resume 2nd January 2026

 

 

WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE TO STAY WITH US

Free Parking

Children’s Play Area

Dog Friendly

Accommodation Available

  • star rating  Friend’s came up for lunch, which didn’t disappoint. The steak was cooked to perfection, the fish and chips were the best my friend had ever had ! Great atmosphere, staff... read more

    avatar thumb Lovely-spread
    26th June 2022

    star rating  Christmas meal - Very good, staff attentive, food excellent and live band very good. Highly recommended . Ambience really fabulous .

    avatar thumb D9335LLcarolm
    30th December 2022

    star rating  Private Function Review - We recently held a celebratory meal (for 18) in The Snug, with the set Christmas menu, on one of their busiest nights of the season.
    It was perfect! ... read more

    avatar thumb lucywD36AO
    27th December 2022
  • star rating  Please plan a visit here 😁 - Now we’ve not been out to celebrate Valentine’s Day for the last few years but tonight we booked in at The Bell and we were not disappointed. The food was... read more

    avatar thumb Grimwatt
    14th February 2023

    star rating  Really lovely Sunday lunch, food was fresh and delicious. Roast beef cooked perfectly. Service as always, excellent and the added bonus of live music in the sunshine.

    Thank... read more

    avatar thumb Crommie71
    30th May 2021

    star rating  Nice Rooms - We stayed here for a weekend early December.
    The rooms are clean and tidy, comfortable bed (could do with more than one chair in the room) decent shower, very dog... read more

    avatar thumb Ian H
    5th December 2022
  • star rating  This was the third stay at the Bell, (it would have been more if it had not been for Covid), no hassles at all, arrived, quickly shown to the room... read more

    avatar thumb Renegade-62
    1st July 2021

    star rating  Christmas Eve family celebration - Always a friendly welcome and good food. This time we tried the Christmas festive menu, which had a choice of four options for each course. We chose starters of vodka... read more

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    29th December 2022

    star rating  Excellent Christmas Meal - We are a village book group who use The Bell as our meeting place, and we like to have a Christmas meal together every year. The pub is always warm... read more

    avatar thumb LouLou362
    15th December 2022

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