Local Information

The Bell Inn is situated in North Suffolk, the heart of East Anglia, just off the A143, approximately 7 miles south west of Diss and 14 miles North East of Bury St. Edmunds. 

From a historical and cultural point of view, there is plenty to see and do with the Abbey Ruins, Cathedral, Museums and Art Gallery in Bury St. Edmunds, The Museum of East Anglian Life in Stowmarket, Wingfield Arts College, Bressingham Gardens and Steam Museum and Knettishall Country Park all being within a 30-minute drive. Ipswich and Norwich, with their many attractions are only one hour away using the nearby A140. 

The popular Coastal Resorts of Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Felixstowe and the attractive picturesque Southwold, Aldeburgh and Dunwich can be easily driven within an hour to make a perfect day out. 

The village itself has a local Co-Op, fish and chip shop a Chinese take away, coffee/art shop along with another pub. 

Other Attractions include… 

  • Great Countryside 
  • Great Shopping 
  • Great Attractions 
  • Great Local Walks 

WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE TO STAY WITH US

Free Parking

Children’s Play Area

Dog Friendly

Accommodation Available

  • 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  We have moved to a house 10 minuted away and fancied breakfast. Our house is a project and we have no cooking facilities yet and breakfast was called for.
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    avatar thumb robinb851
    13th June 2021

    star rating  Booked ahead and were seated in the bar area. The good service; friendly and helpful. All the food was delicious. Generous roast dinner with cauliflower cheese, sausage and chips and... read more

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    2nd May 2022
  • star rating  My brother's 40th celebration. - I dont think I've ever been to a venue which was catering for more than about 6 people per table where someone hasn't winged about something being cold, too small,... read more

    avatar thumb Loves-food-2022
    27th December 2022

    star rating  We had planned for a meal on the Broads but the beautiful unexpected weather had meant many riverside restaurants were fully booked. So we headed back to the area we... read more

    avatar thumb Michelle H
    24th September 2021

    star rating  Love this place. I'll be back! - A warm welcome awaits you! The friendly staff are happy to help. The rooms are spacious, warm, spotlessly clean and inviting. There is no area that disappoints, the beer is... read more

    avatar thumb 483nlc
    1st December 2022
  • star rating  Fantastic food, service and very family friendly - We visited the Bell for a friend's pre Christmas lunch. Between us we had 3 toddlers and 2 babies. The team could not have been more accommodating, making us feel... read more

    avatar thumb hzmitchell88
    28th December 2022

    star rating  Excellent food and staff who worked none stop making sure every one had a good time well worth booking a table in the bar restaurant or outside in these COVID... read more

    avatar thumb Railway999
    10th June 2021

    star rating  Evening meal at the bell - I was treated to a gift voucher at the bell inn and decided to have an evening meal with my wife. Started off with some rustic bread oils and olives... read more

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    9th January 2023

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