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The Bell Inn

4.4(787)
Hotel

About

The Bell Inn is a historic coaching inn in the heart of the New Forest, blending 18th-century charm with modern comforts across 26 individually styled, dog-friendly rooms. Its warm, wood-beamed interiors and cozy fireplaces create a welcoming setting for business travelers seeking a distinctive countryside retreat.

The inn offers a refined British menu focused on seasonal, locally sourced Hampshire produce, ideal for client dinners or team gatherings. Flexible event spaces and attentive service support meetings and small events, while nearby golf courses add recreational options for multi-day stays.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with historic charm
  • Client dinners in a cozy, elegant setting
  • Golf group stays near Bramshaw courses

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Best of British seasonal menu with standout Sunday roasts
Food & Beverage
Best of British seasonal menu with standout Sunday roasts
The inn serves a home-cooked, locally sourced seasonal menu focused on Hampshire produce, with highly praised Sunday roast lunches featuring exceptional meat, vegetables, and gravy.
Welcoming to dogs with dedicated treats and care items
Dog-Friendly Amenities
Welcoming to dogs with dedicated treats and care items
The Bell Inn embraces four-legged guests with dog-friendly rooms and a bar stocked with doggy treats and care items, creating an inclusive atmosphere for guests traveling with pets.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 787 reviews