Booked through laterooms, the welcome was OK. The room was reasonably clean (a bit of flaking paint and mould in the shower, but not much), but stiflingly hot - I had to turn off the radiator and leave the window open for an hour to get it to a reasonable temperature. As a pub it has a certain charm; the... more

I booked a room at this pub as a 'very' last minute option and I wasn't too dissapointed. The drive to the pub was a little concerning in the dark, with narrow lanes, pheasants and a lack of lighting (but that could have been down to satnav!). The room was dated but fuctional. Food was a little pricey for what... more

Visted during early evening with my wife and three kids. We stayed at local Travelodge (Newbury Chieveley M4) but ventured out to find a nice pub. Not disappointed. Very welcoming and cosy atmosphere. Small but good choice of real ales and wide variety of food. Value for money. Friendly and efficient service. Will visit again when in the area. more

...is the best phrase to describe a stay at the bell. I couldn't imagine to stay somewhere friendlier. The people are kind and warmhearted and the pub is comfortable as well as the rooms are. I have never felt more homelike abroad than at the Bell at Boxford "in the heart of Lambourn Valley". Where the road reaches the place... more

Don't be put off by the bad reviews, this is a very quaint and friendly place to stay in the heart of the countryside yet still close to the major road links. The owners and all staff are very friendly and helpful, the food is delicious and although you will find cheaper in the local villages, some of the cheaper... more

My Husband and I had arranged to meet up with our Daughter and partner for a meal, however we got there before them and went in and had a drink, the person behind the bar seemed a bit vague especially when it came to paying, seemed to take for ever to work out the cost of our two drinks, I... more

Thinking of eating at the Bell at Boxford? Be warned. The ciabatta might be stale; the seafood pasta bland. The food here is indifferent and overpriced. more

If you want somewhere that has free WiFi close to the M4 without the noise, with reasonable rooms then this is your place, if you want what the big hotel chains have to offer then avoid like this place, its not for you. Seriously good place, i will come again, for under £70 per night in the Newbury area with... more

We visited the Bell just for Sunday lunch, so can't comment on the rooms. Lovely pub that could be a real gem, however is let down by the very slow service. My wife was pleased to see a vegetarian roast on the menu, which is a rareity and overall the food was reasonably good. We were taken straight through to... more