The Bell at Iden

We popped in to see if there was a meal to be had, and the chef had just been appointed that day. Rebuilding/decorations were completing and the whole place looked quirky, artful and lovely. The menu was ‘pot luck’ and absolutely delightful. Mine was a smoked mackerel starter and my wife prawn cocktail followed by lamb shank each. A lovely recommended Primitivo to wash it all down. The host and staff were extremely welcoming and the atmosphere excellent. We will be back certainly for the wine tasting and jazz evenings. Well done! It will be nice to have back in the area a place of character.

Staying locally on holiday our airb&b hosts recommended The Bell, and we were not disappointed. On entrance we were made welcome by the friendly girl behind the bar, we took a seat in the restaurant and were served very quickly, we settled on the ribeye steak and it was absolutely delicious! Massive steak expertly cooked, served with spiced wedges salad and a gorgeous mushroom sauce. While we were waiting on our meals were were brought out some complementary fresh warm flat bread and baba ganoush which was lovely as an aperitif. The restaurant itself was nice, modern with a rustic twist, very relaxing to enjoy good food and a few drinks. If your visiting the area it's well worth a visit, and is exceptional value for money, we had 2 ribeye steaks, 4 pints of lager, 4 nips and mixer and it was less than £67, and the portions of food were very generous.

I booked & paid £95 on VISA, for a single Room on 09 JAN 2023 for a Performance by Claite Hamill, Singer~Songwriter on 12 JAN 2023. I arrived at 3pm to settle into my Room before the Concert, but Proprietor Luis Swann said the Room wasn't ready & would I like a Glass of Wine while it was made up? I sat by the open fire relaxing & half an hour later was asked to go to my Room. As I'd not finished the Wine I said I'd go when ready. Then somebody dropped & smashed a Lightbulb making me jump & exclaim. I was told that that sort of behaviour would not be tolerated and to leave immediately, with the promise of a Refund. A month on, after a couple of emails & a phonecall there has been nothing refunded to my Bank Account.

Great Roast chicken and roast beef. Smashing, trendy little pub with a great atmosphere. Was out for a Sunday drive from Sissinghurst and we fancied a Roast. Quick call to the usual hangouts and all were saying, 'Sorry kitchen closes at 4'. Reluctantly started to drive to Rye where we'd have a better chance of finding somewhere to eat. Drove past the Bell, it was open and looked super cosy. Pulled up outside and a sign said, 'Sunday roast Dinners till 9pm'. Perfect. Went inside and the pub is a cracker, warm log fire and a cheerful, red wine cheeked owners greeting. Yes, an independent pub! The pub was perfectly charming, but we noticed a lack of customers. We were told that they hadn't had a chef for weeks and the new chef had started that day. We had one roast chicken and one roast beef, but equally surpassed our expectations. If you are in the area, pop in and support a local business and have a cracking meal. Highly recommended.

We were camping nearby so popped in on the off chance for a quick drink. The property is being renovated but, despite being rushed off his feet, the landlord was very welcoming so we went back for a meal that evening. We loved the decor, the food was great and staff very helpful and friendly, taking extra care because I have so many food allergies. We wish the new management of this lovely old inn every success. We can't comment on it as a hotel as we only had a meal in the restaurant.