The Olde Bell, Grade II* listed historic pub and hotel in Hurley, England.
The Olde Bell features traditional Elizabethan timber framing with painted brick infill, mullioned windows, and an old tile gabled roof spanning two floors above ground level.
Originally established in 1135 as the hostelry of Hurley Priory, this ancient inn has operated continuously for nearly nine centuries, making it one of the oldest hotels in the world.
The inn hosted Hollywood stars including Mae West, Greta Garbo, and Elizabeth Taylor during filming at nearby Pinewood Studios, while also serving as a wartime meeting place for Churchill and Eisenhower.
Located at latitude 51.5462376 and longitude -0.8097652 in Hurley village, the hotel offers wheelchair accessibility, modern amenities, and 48 rooms combining historic character with contemporary comfort.
A reputed secret tunnel connects the inn to the nearby priory, historically used for discreet communication during turbulent periods such as the Glorious Revolution in the 17th century.
Location: Hurley
Inception: 15 century
Architectural style: Elizabethan architecture
Floors above the ground: 2
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Phone: +441628825881
Website: https://theoldebell.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.54624,-0.80977
Latest update: July 23, 2025 15:18
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