The Bell Inn (Brook, England): See 182 Hotel Reviews and 20 Photos

Also Known As:: The Bell Hotel; The Bell Hotel New Forest

Address: Roger Penny Way, Brook, New Forest SO43 7HE, England

Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > Hampshire > New Forest > Brook

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Brook

Price range (per night): 109 AUD - 158 AUD

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Dating from 1782, The Bell Inn combines period features with contemporary style. We're located in the heart of the New Forest National Park in the tranquil hamlet of Bramshaw, yet we are only one minute from the M27! We specialise in looking after small numbers of guests, whether a golf group, a few friends on a short break, or for a business meeting. Our reputation for quality cuisine and wines is growing all the time, and you can choose to eat in the bar from the Inn menu or at Briscoe's, our fine dining restaurant. Scott Foy, formerly Head Chef at the Montagu Arms at Beaulieu, is our Head Chef and leads/manages our cuisine delivery. Scott has gained vast experience whilst working in some of the best restaurants and hotels in the country, and has worked with chefs like Shaun Hill and Ben Tunnicliffe and has a Michelin star background. Scott is dedicated to using locally sourced food and follows that principle by sourcing a significant amount of our produce from within the New Forest. ... more less

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Kamila R

Brockenhurst, United Kingdom

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“Lunch at The Bell Inn”

Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Having heard great reviews my friend and I decided to meet at The Bell Inn's bar/restaurant. I was disappointed to find out there were no salads on the main meal menu (these days even cheap pubs offer salads) so I asked for a big side salad instead. In the end I had to order another salad as the first one... More

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Dear Kamila R, We did not use to offer a salad on our main menu this is correct. However since your visit we have tried an asparagus salad on our specials board that has proved to be so popular it is now part of our A La Carte offering. Regarding the poor service you received I can only apologize and... More

plumpet

isle of wight

Senior Reviewer

10 reviews

10 hotel reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

5 helpful votes

“A wonderful night in the New Forrest”

Reviewed 12 May 2013

Last year my wife underwent brain surgery to remove a tumour. She is not able to commit to a "holiday" at present, so we are making short breaks to nice hotels. Most of them have been booked through Travelzoo. I am now catching up with the reviews on Tripadvisor. We stayed at the Bell on 2 December 2012. The meal... More

Dear Plumpet, Thank you for having taken the time to post this review on tripadvisor. I hope your wife makes a full recovery from the operation and that we have the pleasure to welcome you in the future. All the best Didier More

tajandmark

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Top Contributor

79 reviews

17 hotel reviews

Reviews in 25 cities

52 helpful votes

“excellent wedding reception”

Reviewed 10 May 2013

We had our wedding reception at the Bell in early April this year. Every thing went smoothly, with absolutely no problems what so ever. Sally, was extremely helpful throughout the whole planning process, we chose the menu, the chef did the rest, and to the mormal high standard expected at the Bell. The oak room was set up and decorated... More

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tajandmark has 1 more review of The Bell Inn

“great food”

Reviewed 27 February 2010

Dear Tajandmark, I normally start by thanking people for having taken the time to post a review on tripadvisor following their visit to the Bell Inn. On this occasion I would like to thank you first of all for having chosen to spend such an important day with us. Of course I am deeply grateful for your glowing review. I... More

Chris S

Verbier, Valais, Switzerland

4 helpful votes

“Amazing food”

Reviewed 8 May 2013

Having not been to the Bell since November as I had been away I heard they had a new chef and I was so excited about trying their new menu. Lets say I was not disappointed. On arrival I noticed that they had re-decorated the entrance and the whole concept worked so well. After spending a while looking at menu... More

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Chris S has 1 more review of The Bell Inn

“Lovely way to spend the weekend in the New Forest”

Reviewed 21 June 2012

Dear Chris S, Thank you very much for such a complimentary review. I am delighted that you like our redecorated reception area. I have passed your comments to the kitchen team and they want me to express their gratitude to you for using such kind words as 'best pudding I have had in a long time'. You also mention that... More

Bob P

Newbury

51 reviews

32 hotel reviews

Reviews in 37 cities

23 helpful votes

“Very good”

Reviewed 7 May 2013

Stayed here for 2 nights in March as part of a group of 12 golfers. Rooms were very good and breakfast was excellent. Had one problem with an evening meal but that was sorted out quickly, professionally and to everyones satisfaction. Would use again. PS both golf courses are very goods as well.

Dear Bob P, I am pleased to see that you found your stay with us at The Bell Inn very good. Having two golf courses, one of which just across the car park is certainly a big attraction for some of our visitors. We are also in the heart of the beauty that is the New Forest. Other people find... More

tooting girl

england

Contributor

16 reviews

5 hotel reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

“great place to stay”

Reviewed 25 April 2013

We were delighted with our nights stay at the Bell Inn. We arrived in the afternoon we were allocated a really nice room .Then we went to the restaurant and had a delicious cream tea. The hotel is on the edge of the New Forest a lovely location. We enjoyed a stroll and saw the ponies at the edge of... More

Dear Tooting Girl, I am also delighted that you had such a good time with us at the Bell Inn. I have already passed your comments to the team who join me in thanking you for having taken the time to write those words. Constructive criticism is good and necessary for the product we offer to be improved, however I... More

JS-Hampshire

9 reviews

3 hotel reviews

7 helpful votes

“Beautiful setting, exquisite food, a real New Forest treat!!!”

Reviewed 23 April 2013 via mobile

I dined at The Bell Inn last night a fully recommend it. Having sampled the cuisine at many New Forest hotels and restaurants, I have developed quite high expectations of what can be done using the local produce. The Bell Inn have got it exactly right; fantastic flavours, substantial portions and plenty of creativity (without over-complicating things!) The owners have... More

Dear JS-Hampshire, I would like to thank you for having taken the time to post a review following your recent visit to the Bell Inn. you obviously had a good time with us and this is exactly what we always aim to provide. I have passed your compliments to the entire team. They all play a part in delivering this... More

Kayleigh123

Romsey, United Kingdom

67 reviews

28 hotel reviews

Reviews in 40 cities

18 helpful votes

“Good food if you are prepared to wait”

Reviewed 21 April 2013

This hotel bar has a lovely quiet and relaxed feel to it, after trying to park in a couple of popular new forest pubs on a sunny Sunday, we gave up and on the way home saw that the Bell Inn had loads of spaces so we thought we'd give it a try. We were welcomed and seated in the... More

Dear Kayleigh123, I am sorry to see that you were not fully satisfied with your visit to the Bell Inn on that sunny sunday afternoon. From reading your review I guess you did not have any starters. Therefore 20 minutes is, I believe, an acceptable amount of time to wait for a freshly cooked dish to be prepared and served.... More

Translocator

Kent England

8 reviews

6 hotel reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

2 helpful votes

“Girls away break”

Reviewed 18 April 2013

Disabled elderly mother, aunt, sister and I have just returned from three nights at The Bell Inn. Very enjoyable stay - excellent staff always helpful and cheerful.Mother and I had Forest Room which is larger and has own parking place. It is across the carpark away from the main hotel and was extremely comfortable. Breakfast was good as was the... More

Dear Translocator, Thank you for having taken the time to post a review following your stay with us at the Bell Inn. I have passed your compliments to my front of house team and they were pleased to see their hard work and positive attitude appreciated. The portion size of certain of our dishes is an issue that we have... More

greensnapper05

Northampton, United Kingdom

Reviews in 10 cities

1 helpful vote

“Good..... in parts.”

Reviewed 14 April 2013

The food is the best thing about the Bell, so long as you're not in a hurry! It was good quality but service was very unpredictable. Had to wait 40 minutes for a steak and burger meal when it wasn't especially busy.One group just upped and left the table without being fed. A real shame because the dinner menu is... More

Dear Greensnapper05, I was very pleased to see you enjoyed the food our team of dedicated chef prepared for you. I am obviously concerned by some of the points you raised. Having a group leaving without being fed is bad. At the moment I am still investigating this incident as none of the members of my front of house team... More

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