The Bell Inn Public House and Restaurant St Olaves

A warm welcome awaits you at the Bell Inn, St Olaves, probably Broadlands oldest recorded inn. Built around 1520, most of the original building is still in use today. It was here where the ferryman had his bell, which was rung to alert him to customers wishing to cross the river.

With the dissolution of the priory in 1536 and the erection of the Hobart Bridge, business at the bell became brisk with the present building showing ample evidence of a substantial 14th century development, which indicated increased prosperity.

In 1780 when a Mrs Hannat was the tenant, the site consisted of the house and yards, hempland, two meadows, river frontage and totaled 10 acres. Today the site is somewhat smaller and measures approximately 2 acres.

The present Bell Inn has many modern attributes with its bars, 60 plus seat restaurant, gardens, patio and its own moorings on the river Waveney. Situated on the A143 Great Yarmouth to Beccles Rd in St Olaves, the Bell provides an ideal location for that special lunch or evening meal in the comfortable restaurant or if you prefer meals can be taken al fresco style during the summer months on the large patio overlooking the river Waveney.

Menus are varied, changed regularly and all tastes are catered for including vegetarians. In addition to small party functions, the Bell can offer buffet style catering for approximately 50 guests, or why not take advantage of the marquee summer wedding facility situated in the grounds adjacent to the river Waveney. The Bell Inn staff will be pleased to discuss your requirements and will endeavour to make your visit a memorable one.