The Bell Inn, Grade II listed pub in Aldworth, England
The Bell Inn is a Grade II listed pub in Aldworth with timber framing and brick walls that date back to medieval times. Its interior contains two main rooms, including a paneled tap room with an inglenook fireplace and quarry-tiled floor.
The building began as a medieval hall house in the 15th century and was later converted into a public house. Modifications during the 17th and 19th centuries shaped its current appearance.
The pub serves drinks through traditional glass-fronted hatches and pours regional beers from Arkell's and West Berkshire Brewery, reflecting local brewing traditions. Visitors order simple fare like filled rolls and ploughman's lunches, maintaining the timeless food culture of rural English drinking houses.
The pub keeps limited hours, opening only a few days per week with separate afternoon and evening sessions. Plan your visit for late afternoon or early evening to ensure the door is unlocked.
One family has run this place continuously since the 18th century, steering it through centuries of change. The pub earned national recognition as Pub of the Year twice, in 1990 and again in 2019.
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