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  Valentine's Meal - We are so fortunate to live in a village with such an amazing Pub/Restaurant. Whether I am popping in for a pint after work or taking my wife out for... read more a lovely meal we are never disappointed.
    Tonight's. Valentine's was amazing compliments to the Chef's thank you

    avatar thumb Howard N
    14th February 2023

    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 cured salmon, game terrine and butternut squash soup, all good. Our mains, beef, sea bass and the winter veg wellington were delicious. We finished off with chocolate torte, bread and butter pudding and cheese. All in all, a really good meal.

    avatar thumb peternS2901EW
    29th December 2022

    star rating  I travel with work and chose this pub as it was central to my work commitments. So glad I did, great bedroom, solid night sleep in a comfortable bed, desk... read more space with solid Wi-fi for my work.
    Open fire, cosy feel bar, super selection of drinks and as for the food, without doubt the best food I have had in a long time whilst travelling.
    I arrived late on my first day and the staff sorted out some food for me, nothing was too much trouble.
    I will defo be staying her when needed for work and would use it as a base for a weekend break with the family.

    avatar thumb sledge3469
    1st December 2021
  • star rating  Excellent stay, comfy room and excellent food drink and hospitality - Wonderful friendly inn with rooms. The staff couldn’t do enough and managed to fit us in for Sunday lunch when we hadn’t booked and the place was packed. We had... read more a dog friendly room which was an excellent size. It’s just been refurbished so everything was very clean and smart.

    We ate in the restaurant twice and the food was excellent, well cooked and good-sized portions.

    There wasn’t a single thing to find fault with, breakfast was lovely with dishes from eggs Benedict and eggs florentine to a full English. Treats were provided for our dog at every meal and there’s even a doggie menu that includes a roast or fish and chips!

    Exactly what you’d look for for a couple of nights exploring the Suffolk countryside.

    avatar thumb 607ChrisS607
    19th October 2022

    star rating  Great Food, splendid atmosphere, service was good. Friday night - live music lots of happy people enjoying this lovely local pub.
    Love the restaurant for a quiet meal for... read more however the bar is buzzing.
    Thank you Andie and team, we enjoyed our night out, we will be back!

    avatar thumb thistleygreen
    18th December 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 friendly (with dog menu)
    Food very good but could do with snack menu for the evenings, onion rings outstandingly good,
    Very good breakfasts

    avatar thumb Ian H
    5th December 2022
  • star rating  Another fantastic Christmas Party - Staff are attentive, food amazing, highly recommend!

    We have used The Bell Inn for our Christmas party for many years.

    This year they catered for 34 of... read more us for a 3 course sit down meal along with many drink purchases at the bar, which was all managed very well.

    Christmas menu was fantastic and Jordan went above and beyond to ensure dietary requirements were met.

    We will be back!

    avatar thumb sarahfY6337RJ
    5th January 2023

    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 were very accommodating, not rushed and clean toilets. Our dogs were even welcome.

    avatar thumb Lovely-spread
    26th June 2022

    star rating  Mr and Mrs Harniman-coote  - We loved the atmosphere and staff were really friendly they made our boxer dog feel so comfortable. The food was fantastic they had a new menu on for the Friday... read more night and it was amazing. The breakfast was lovely and happy hour on Friday always going to be a hit... all the locals were really friendly even with the rugby on. Will definitely be coming back very soon

    avatar thumb Harniman
    6th February 2023

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