Where Fine Dining Meets The Suffolk Countryside
Our kitchen runs on seasonal instinct – menus shaped from the countryside and flavours that pack a punch. It’s rustic, it’s refined, and it’s never boring.
Our A la Carte menu is anything but ordinary
Rooted in seasonality and local ingredients, it’s designed for those who want more from their meal – more flavour, more craft, more story. Just bold, beautifully cooked dishes that hit the spot.
It’s the kind of menu where slow-roasted meats sit comfortably next to perfectly cooked fish, and vibrant veg dishes hold their own with guts and grace. Whether you’re tucking in fireside with a glass of red, or gathering the gang for a long, no-rush supper, this is food worth lingering over.
No gimmicks. No shortcuts. Just honest cooking, done right.
Local ingredients cooked to perfection
The menu is crafted by the season using first-class ingredients from local suppliers. The finest meat from Clark and Son Butchers in Long Melford, hand picked fruit and vegetables from Elmswell, freshly caught fish from Colchester and sweet treats from Saffron Ice Cream.
The perfect Sunday Roast awaits
Slow–cooked meats, crispy potatoes, rich, velvety gravy – the only way Sunday should taste.
Sundays are for the bold.
Serious Food, No Shortcuts.
We serve bold, countryside inspired dishes made with seasonal ingredients and local heart. Our drinks list features a dedicated selection of fine wines, exceptional draught lager and cider, and standout cask ales, because what you sip should matter just as much as what’s on the plate.
Drinks Menu
Bold Brews. Wild Spirits. No Filler.
At The Bell Inn, what’s in your glass matters as much as what’s on your plate. Whether you’re sipping fireside or toasting under the stars, our drinks list is a celebration of craft, flavour, and the countryside spirit.
Cask Ale and Draught Lager
We’re big on beer. From small-batch local brews to punchy pale ales and traditional bitters, our taps pour the best of the region – perfectly chilled and pulled with pride. Fancy something bold? Ask what’s rotating on our guest tap – there’s always something worth discovering.
Snacks that Pair Perfectly
Step into the bar for a pint poured to perfection and a snack or two. All of our bar snacks are homemade, from maple and paprika pecan’s to Clark and Son Pork Scratchings we take our snacks seriously!
Cocktails with Spirit
We don’t do fussy – we do flavour. Our cocktail list is crafted for countryside rebels and back–bar dreamers. Expect twists on the classics, seasonal specials, and bold blends that feel just right as the sun dips behind the trees. Try our house favourite – the Lemon Sorbet Spritz.
Wines That Wander Well
Curated with care (and a splash of mischief) by Ed the Wineman from Hallgarten and Novum Wines, our wine list is anything but off–the–shelf. It’s bold, well–balanced, and full of surprises – just like us. Whether you’re pairing with your roast, your ramble, or just your mood, we’ve got the glass that fits.
Low & No
Designated driver? Starting slow? You’ll find a proper selection of alcohol–free beers, botanical spirits, and fresh–pressed juices that don’t skimp on taste.
