The Blue Bell Inn — Restaurant in East Lindsey

Wow! what a stunning little pub bursting with charm and history. I called in without booking a table after spending time watching the present day RAF Coningsby in action, as you walk in to this old world pub with it`s low ceilings and wooden beans you soon become aware of the memorabilia of Royal Air Force contained within, from the names written on the ceiling of crew members both past and present to the individual rooms with photos it soon becomes clear that during WW2 this pub became very popular with those stationed nearby. For me the most poignant thing was the pennies pressed into the beams by airmen placed there to pay for the next pint upon return from a mission, and sadly as we all know many of those brave young men never made it back home, this really bought a lump to my throat and a tear to my eye. You could almost imagine the scene around 80 years ago of men drinking and raising a glass to comrades lost in action knowing full well it might well be there turn next. I ordered some food which arrived in no time at all a good portion and very tasty washed down with a pint of Spirit of Jane Pale Ale. The staff and service were great if you are ever in the area make sure to come and visit you will not regret it, just make sure to check the opening...

A nice pub that is only a few minutes drive from Coningsby on the road to Woodhall Spa.

We visited twice, first for a quick drink and the second time was to eat. Food and drink was very good, even if the menu maybe a little limited for some. Staff were very friendly and pleasant on both occasions and happy to answer any questions asked about their establishment.

There is a strong WWII RAF theme that runs throughout this small pub, like many in the area and being in "Bomber County", with all walls covered with historic RAF photos. So if your are interested in the WWII RAF history of the area then its worth a visit.

In the bar area the ceiling is literally covered in signatures and inscriptions from pilots and aircrew, past and present, from both home and abroad. The famous ones being William of Wales and TV's Ewan McGregor along with his (ex) RAF pilot brother Colin McGregor.

If you don't leave the Bluebell with a stiff neck, then you obviously haven't been looking up!!!

Finally the coins in the beams: these were left by WWII aircrew to pay for drinks on their return from a mission. Its a sad reminder of these brave, heroic and often young men, that they didn't return and get to enjoy that after mission drink :(

If only the walls...

I booked a table for my birthday what a fantastic experience, the welcome we received from the two lovely ladies was wonderful, the meal was absolutely beautiful, cooked to perfection, the beverage selection was amazing & the atmosphere sitting enjoying the stunning aviation artwork, the collection of signatures on the ceilings incredible & dog friendly we will definitely return

We booked a meal to celebrate our 37 wedding anniversary we arrived today ordered the drinks Before taking our table in the mosquito room The young gentleman poured the speckled hen in a John smiths glass “ no drama “ However after the wait while the pint settled seemed odd All was revealed on the taste a sarsons vintage obviously barrel was empty explaining the “ I will bring the pint to your table , the mains arrived the fish had an extremely large batter overcoat hiding a small fry ,when sliced, not a great start, usually the staff would ask if everything is fine however this time no one did , my wife paid I left the pint and half the fish After this debacle we will definitely not return , we’ve had fabulous meals and service in the past However this was a poor show on all fronts there can be no excuses if your open...