Pub · Bath · BA1 5BW

The Bell

A legendary, community-owned cooperative pub celebrated as a major bastion of alternative local culture and live music. It features a wonderful, expansive rear garden terrace, a classic pub games room, open mic nights, and a highly diverse, independent draft selection in a uniquely inclusive environment.

  • CAMRA-recommended real ale
  • Dog-friendly
  • Beer garden or outdoor seating
  • Historic interior
  • Typical price: ££

Opening hours

Monday 12:00-23:00
Tuesday 12:00-23:00
Wednesday 12:00-23:00
Thursday 12:00-00:00
Friday 12:00-00:00
Saturday 12:00-00:00
Sunday 12:00-22:30

Hours may vary on bank holidays.

Find us

103 Walcot St, Bath

BA1 5BW, Bath

Tel: +44 1225 460426

Official website & what's on → Google Maps directions

What kind of pub it is

Come here if you want a properly kept pint — it's on CAMRA's recommended list, which in Bath means the cellar work is taken seriously, somewhere with genuine age to it, rather than a refit pretending to be old, a seat outside when the weather allows or bringing the dog.

  • There's no kitchen here, so eat before you come or plan on crisps.
  • Dogs are welcome in the bar.
  • There's outdoor seating, which fills the moment the sun appears.
  • Real ale is the reason most people come, and the range changes, so ask what's on rather than ordering blind.

Last orders shift across the week: Friday runs to 00:00, while Sunday winds up earlier at 22:30.

Getting there

The Bell is at 103 Walcot St, Bath, BA1 5BW. It is 0.8 miles from Bath Spa station — about 15 minutes' walk at an ordinary pace. The Roman Baths are about 10 minutes' walk away. The entrance sits at what3words ///spins.stuck.dolly. Distances are straight-line, rounded, and a guide rather than a routed walk.

It opens seven days a week, from 12:00, for roughly 80 trading hours in total. The latest close is 00:00 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday; the earliest is 22:30 on Sunday.

For a table or a group booking, call +44 1225 460426.

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Staying in Bath?

The Bell is 0.8 miles from Bath Spa station, so a central room puts it within walking distance at closing time.

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The Bell — frequently asked

When is The Bell open?
The Bell opening hours: Monday: 12:00-23:00, Tuesday: 12:00-23:00, Wednesday: 12:00-23:00, Thursday: 12:00-00:00, Friday: 12:00-00:00, Saturday: 12:00-00:00, Sunday: 12:00-22:30. Hours may vary on bank holidays — check the pub's website before travelling.
Where is The Bell in Bath?
The Bell is at 103 Walcot St, Bath, BA1 5BW, Bath. That is 0.8 miles from Bath Spa station, about 15 minutes' walk. A Google Maps link on this page gives exact directions.
Is The Bell dog-friendly?
Yes. The Bell welcomes dogs — typically in the bar area. If you plan to bring a dog during food service or into a separate dining room, call ahead to confirm.
Does The Bell serve real ale?
Yes. The Bell is CAMRA-recommended and serves real ale. It is one of Bath's recognised real ale pubs in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide.
Does The Bell have a beer garden?
Yes. The Bell has a beer garden or outdoor seating. Outdoor space in the Georgian city centre is limited — arrive early on warm evenings.
Is The Bell close to the city centre?
The Bell is in the BA1 5BW postcode. It is about 10 minutes' walk from the Roman Baths, and about 15 minutes' walk from Bath Spa station.

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