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#45 of 89 Bar in Derby
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US$6 - US$15
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Bar, British, Pub, Gastropub
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Reviewed 16 September 2023 via mobile

Went to the Faulty Towers experience with my wife two sisters and their partners absolutely fabulous night will never forget great food marvellous staff so attentive don’t miss this experience 10 out of 10

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 15 September 2023

We have just been to the fawlty towers experience had a fantastic time, so funny great show basil was amazing

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 21 July 2023

Having been previously to en event, which was good, we have tried to book another two events. The first event was cancelled on us after booking and no suitable alternative was in place so had to push for a refund. The second event, I have...phoned and emailed at least 6 times various contact details at The Bell and no one has responded in full to my enquiry after being advised on the phone to the events line “I’m just a barman”. Still waiting for the manager Sean Brough to get back to me. Communications are very poor. And family who went to the ghost tour event said the food was horrendous and the event was woeful. Shame as the Fawlty Towers event was excellent and the venue is a very prestigious building.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 15 December 2022

great little place, fantastic coffee and tea, and even a bit of homemade cake great service from some really pleasant servers.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 10 December 2022 via mobile

We went for a ghost tour and supper at this wonderful old hotel/pub.our guide was Jack,funny,informative,we explored parts of the hotel the staff were afraid to go alone!followed by a supper of yummy sausage ans mash in the Tudor room in front of a roaring...fire.absolutely excellent,thanku so much really enjoyed it!!!!More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 5 December 2022 via mobile

Went to the Scrooge evening last night with a group of friends what a throughly enjoyable evening. Food was good but the Lost boys were quite simply brilliant a really good laugh ….would recommend the evening to anyone and good value for money

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 28 November 2022 via mobile

Went on the Ghost walk with some friends. Hands down the scariest part of this whole experience was the food. Parts of the tour were up and down very dark , poorly lit steps with no handrail in places. Very poor safety and only a...matter of time before someone falls. Some of the history spoken about was interesting but no part of it was remotely scary or ghostly. Returning for “supper” and served undercooked sausage, watery tasteless mash and tinned peas was a real treat. We did not eat it. £30 per head !! An absolute joke. Would not recommend this to anyone at all. We have been before to The Fawlty Towers experience which was great so we were all very disappointed.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Bell Hotel Team, General Manager at The Old Bell Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 28 November 2022

I'm sorry to hear you did not enjoy your Ghost Tour. These events are very popular and always sell out. All our stairs have handrails, but please let us know if there was a particular area you were concerned about. Some of the areas are...More

Reviewed 25 September 2022

The Old Bell on a Thursday was quiet, they rang the bell for last orders just after 21:30, we had barely been in the building 10 mins, strange thing to do, not a charming place.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 10 September 2022 via mobile

We had the most amazing wedding day with our family and friends on 9 9,22. Planning and support from Sean the event manager was outstanding with great communication ,advice and ideas. Great choice of packages that were flexible to accommodate dietary and allergy needs. Everything...ran smoothly on the day, Great food,great staff and all in all a really great venue. Lastly was great for my now wife to have a dedicated room at the venue to get ready in with her Bridal partyMore

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 22 February 2022

Excellent Sunday lunch. Staff very smart and polite. Bass beer spot on. Would definitely recommend to friends

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 22 February 2022

We had our Family Sunday dinner delivered last Sunday after a recommendation and I couldn't recommend enough. It arrived within the time allocated by a very friendly driver and there was more than enough food. It wasn't the hottest dinner we've ever had but it...had travelled to Chellaston. We warmed it through a little and it all tasted delicious. Thank you and will be passing on the word. We had Lamb, Beef and a pork dinner with desserts to follow.More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 30 December 2021

Was shocking Xmas lunch and was all cold. Staff had no clue what was going on and the elusive Brad, event organiser, im not sure even exits! Room was freezing cold. I know it's been sold but very, very poor effort for £75 per head....Never again. I'm hoping to to get a refund for poor food and lack of organisation but I bet that doesn't happen hey. Think I'll be paying a visit to try and get this fairly sorted.More

Date of visit: December 2021
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Reviewed 15 December 2021 via mobile

We attended the Fawlty Towers experience at the Old Bell. A magnificent event where we were laughing all evening. Wonderfully acted and a truly immersive experience. We were very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. A fun experience that we are really looking...to repeating next year. Thank you Brad and the team.More

Date of visit: December 2021
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Reviewed 14 December 2021

We went as a group of 12 and managed to get a table in the Tudor Room by the huge real fire. The lady who looked after us was really nice and couldn't do enough for us. The food is fabulous and there is lots...of it. One of the group is a vegetarian and said what he had was nice but would have prefered a few more options. I had the beef and my partner had the chicken both really nice. The only slight downside is it was really busy but I guess it is Christmas. We will be back very soon.More

Date of visit: December 2021
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Reviewed 14 November 2021

Stopped in for a quick rest and a drink. It's friendly place with lots of history and a decor to suit a pub of such age. I notice plenty of adverts for interesting looking gourmet nights and events though, they are a bit out of...my price range. I didn't stay long but it left an impression which is more than can be said for many pubs. Would recommend.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Response from Brian M | Reviewed this property |
The Tudor Bar The Tudor bar was known as one of the most exclusive bars in the city during the early 1900s. As a gentleman’s only bar it was frequently visited by significant people in Derby’s history. Now open to everyone... More
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  • Value: 3.5
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