The Bell & Castle — Restaurant in England

I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Bell & Castle pub in Derby. This cozy spot offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a night out with friends or a relaxed evening alone. The highlight for me was the perfectly poured Guinness, served from their charming vintage taps. It’s a rare find, and it truly made the experience special.

The beer garden is a gem, spacious and beautifully maintained, providing a great place to enjoy a drink outdoors. The pub’s effort to broadcast the Olympics on large, high-quality screens was a fantastic touch, making it the ideal spot to catch all the action while enjoying the lovely summer weather.

The staff were friendly and attentive, adding to the welcoming vibe of the place. Whether you're a local or just passing through Derby, Bell & Castle is a must-visit. The combination of great drinks, a pleasant atmosphere, and excellent service makes it deserving of a full five stars....

I last visited this pub around 7 years ago and it was a bit of a dive, not because of the staff but because the locals made you feel about as welcome as a fart in a spacesuit... However, what a changed pub this now is!! It has been thoroughly refurbished and knocked through into an adjoining property making it a very modern real ale pub with more than a passing nod to the more traditional historic boozer. The food being served is of a very high quality and yet reasonably priced, will definitely return to sample next time I'm over that way. The staff (and just as importantly the regulars) are very friendly and welcoming, it is a completely different pub experience to what it once was. It should also be noted the Bell and Castle has one of the largest and perfectly maintained beer gardens within the city limits, there are even sun loungers- very quirky! One of the better real ale pubs...

The hospitality in this place is amazing. The food is the best ive tasted for a while. We went to a wedding reception there , the weather was wet and cold, my husband went to get the car and we had a flat tire, when he came back he was soaked through, the landlady got him a warm towel and gave him a new dry t-shirt, to me that's friendly and going out of their way to make us welcome. A massive thankyou to you and all...