Harden's survey result
Summary
Occupying a 15th-century coaching inn with two proper bars and a dedicated restaurant, this “old favourite” has been run by the same family for over 75 years and is “still very good” by all accounts, having helped pioneer the gastroboozer movement back in the 1980s. “Great quality food” of a local and seasonal stripe (venison, lamb, and veggie Wellingtons) and a proper pub vibe make it a real “family favourite”.
Summary
“Still our favourite local after 30+ years..” – This “delightfully olde worlde” 15th-century coaching inn has been run by the same family since 1938, with landlords Christine & John Vereker these days helped by the third generation. It remains “a lovely, vibrant old venue that trailblazed the gastropub concept back in the ’80s and is still producing wonderful food in a genuine pub atmosphere”.
Summary
“One of the original gastropubs still going strong” – this long-established destination is “a family favourite” for its sizable fanclub: a fifteenth-century picturesquely located inn, which has been owned and run by John and Christine Vereker’s family for over 75 years. “The food is excellent and service is energetic and welcoming”.
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Have you eaten at The Bell Inn?
High Rd, Horndon on the Hill, SS17 8LD
Restaurant details
The Bell Inn Restaurant Diner Reviews
"After being a customer for more than 30 years it still remains our favourite local restaurant.. Really good, inventive dishes with a touch of flair, a very well priced wine list and friendly efficient service."
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £20.95 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.75 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
High Rd, Horndon on the Hill, SS17 8LD
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑2.00 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2.00 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2.00 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2.00 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2.00 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2.00 pm, 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑6.00 pm |
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