Bell Inn

Dating from 1635, this well-beamed pub was previously a coaching stop on the route from London to Brighton, and the former stables now house the pub's toilets. Until a few years ago there was a hanging tree in the garden that was reputedly used for despatching witches! The bell from which the pub takes its name is displayed by the front door. It is said to have been made from melted down ships' cannons from the time of Charles II and weighs around a quarter of a ton. Fuller's bought the pub in the autumn of 2004 and sympathetically refurbished it, opening out a fine inglenook fireplace which now boasts a cosy log fire. The bar area has wooden floors covered in rugs and solid wooden tables throughout. Although the emphasis is definitely on food, with a restaurant area at the side, the Bell provides a welcoming stop for drinkers also, with WiFi available, and dogs are welcome in the bar. A wide variety of food is available Wednesday to Saturday from 12-3 and 6-9 and from 12-7 Sunday. Although there is only one bar, there are a number of separate drinking and dining areas around and there are fortnightly quiz nights. The guest beer will be from a regional brewer such as Timothy Taylor or Twickenham. Outside the back door is a covered area with heaters and lighting for the use of smokers.