Welcome to The Bell Inn, Rickinghall

If you have been looking for a country pub with a hotel in North Suffolk, then allow us to welcome you to The Bell Inn. Brimming with history and gorgeous period features, our hotel is the perfect place to settle in for a break in the North Suffolk countryside. No matter how long you are planning to stay with us, you can expect a warm welcome and a friendly atmosphere. That’s why The Bell Inn is considered one of the best country pub hotels that North Suffolk has to offer.

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The Bell Inn is a beautiful country inn located in a peaceful countryside village setting.   

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Visiting us

We have ample on-site free parking and an outside patio area with children’s playground and sandpit. We are also proud to be able to offer a dog friendly bar area and accommodation, so feel free to bring your four-legged friends along. We have a handy new dog cleaning station to clean those muddy paws when you return from your countryside walk and some treats to keep them entertained whilst you enjoy a well-deserved drink by the open fire. We are situated in the picturesque village of Rickinghall which is but a minute's drive off the A143 between Bury St. Edmunds and Diss.

We aim to source all of our ingredients from local suppliers and support local and independent business as best we can. Call us for more information or to book a table on 01379 898 445. We strongly recommend booking if you are looking to eat with us to avoid any disappointment.

What Makes Us Special

We have 8 newly refurbished ensuite rooms, making our historic inn one of the most visually pleasing country pubs with accommodation in Norfolk. You’ll love what we have done with our rooms, whether you are a returning guest or staying with us for the very first time.

You will find a cosy bar area and a la carte restaurant with snugs and an open fire during winter, along with a bar snug and games machines. If you are planning a special occasion, then you will be pleased to know that we also have a function room that is perfect for private dining, parties, buffets and business meetings. With something for everyone, it’s easy to see why ours is one of the top country pubs Norfolk has.

The Bell Inn and its team have been shortlisted in the Velvet magazines ‘Pub of the year’ awards 2023 with the final taking place at the End of June, so watch this space.

Nominated for Norfolk Food and Drink awards 2023 - Chef of the Year and Pub of the Year

  • star rating  So we go here for breakfast on the occasional weekend, dinner with friends and Sunday lunch is really good too!

    Well priced, excellent food and friendly service make... read more

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    5th January 2022

    star rating  Eaten here numerous times livi g just down the road, and only just thought of putting a review. Food is always great, but recently it has been the best it... read more

    avatar thumb Hungo_Mungo
    3rd January 2022

    star rating  Really lovely Sunday lunch, food was fresh and delicious. Roast beef cooked perfectly. Service as always, excellent and the added bonus of live music in the sunshine.

    Thank... read more

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    30th May 2021
  • star rating  Excellent Christmas Meal - We are a village book group who use The Bell as our meeting place, and we like to have a Christmas meal together every year. The pub is always warm... read more

    avatar thumb LouLou362
    15th December 2022

    star rating  Excellent stay, comfy room and excellent food drink and hospitality - Wonderful friendly inn with rooms. The staff couldn’t do enough and managed to fit us in for Sunday lunch when we hadn’t booked and the place was packed. We had... read more

    avatar thumb 607ChrisS607
    19th October 2022

    star rating  really friendly staff, severed by Tia. our dog was warmly welcomed and was given treats. we both had roast beef - it was amazing !! would highly recommend

    avatar thumb Dee C
    29th November 2021
  • star rating  We popped in for lunch on a busy Saturday. We had a great friendly welcome and staff were attentive even when very busy and we hadn't booked. We enjoyed olives... read more

    avatar thumb Rachael Anne H
    10th April 2022

    star rating  Valentine's Meal - We are so fortunate to live in a village with such an amazing Pub/Restaurant. Whether I am popping in for a pint after work or taking my wife out for... read more

    avatar thumb Howard N
    14th February 2023

    star rating  Company Christmas Meal 2022 - Thank You To The Bell Inn Team! - Thank you to all the staff at The Bell Inn for our lovely Christmas Meal. The food was great and the staff were attentive and very efficient. They served 27... read more

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    5th January 2023

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