Business Details
Welcome to The Five Bells - Your Local Pub & Restaurant
Established over three decades ago, The Five Bells has become a cornerstone of the local community, offering exceptional dining experiences and hospitality. Our team, led by Tony and Iona with their combined 30+ years of catering expertise, is dedicated to creating memorable moments for every guest. Nestled in the heart of Henlow, our pub-restaurant combines traditional charm with modern comforts, serving meticulously prepared meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We pride ourselves on maintaining a welcoming atmosphere where families, regulars, and visitors can enjoy our diverse menu featuring daily changing specials. Our commitment to quality extends to our extensive beverage selection, including Greene King ales, guest real ales, and carefully chosen wines.The venue's versatile spaces accommodate everything from casual meals to special events, complemented by our award-winning gardens and dedicated play area. Through consistent excellence in food, service, and ambiance, we've cultivated a loyal customer base that continues to grow. Our operational history demonstrates both longevity and adaptability, with our team maintaining rigorous standards across all aspects of service delivery. We actively seek customer feedback to continually refine our offerings while preserving the core values that have sustained us since our founding.
Services
Fish & Chips
Steak & Guinness Pie
Mixed Grill
B.B.Q. Pork Ribs
Vegetable Lasagne
Sunday Lunch
Children's Menu
Party Catering
Award-Winning Garden
Beverage Selection
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined catering expertise in a traditional setting
- Our family-friendly environment includes dedicated children's menus and play areas
- Daily changing specials ensure fresh, seasonal dining options
- Award-winning gardens provide perfect outdoor relaxation spaces
- We accommodate special events from intimate gatherings to large parties
What people say
Exceptional service
Delicious meals
Family-friendly environment
Beautiful gardens
Consistent quality
Services
Fish & Chips
Our signature dish features battered cod served with golden chips, mushy peas, and dressed salad. Using sustainably sourced seafood, we maintain traditional preparation methods while ensuring modern quality standards. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a comforting meal in a relaxed setting.
Mixed Grill
This hearty offering combines premium cuts including rib eye steak, gammon, chicken, and sausage with all the trimmings. Prepared using time-tested techniques, it showcases our kitchen's versatility and commitment to quality ingredients. Ideal for sharing or satisfying substantial appetites.
Sunday Lunch
Three choice cuts served with all the classic accompaniments Yorkshire pudding, roasted and mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and rich gravy. Prepared fresh daily using locally sourced meats, this time-honoured tradition remains a weekend highlight for regulars and visitors alike.
Party Catering
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for special occasions from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Our experienced team handles everything from menu planning to service execution, ensuring memorable events with the same quality standards as our regular offerings.
Award-Winning Garden
Our beautifully maintained gardens feature award-winning floral displays and dedicated play areas. Designed for relaxation and socialising, these spaces provide perfect settings for casual drinks, family outings, or special events in a natural, welcoming environment.
People
Tony
Co-Owner
With over 30 years in the catering industry, Tony brings extensive culinary expertise and operational leadership to The Five Bells. His commitment to quality and customer satisfaction forms the foundation of our service philosophy.
Iona
Co-Owner
Iona's hospitality experience complements Tony's culinary skills, creating a balanced leadership approach. Her focus on guest experience ensures our establishment maintains its reputation for exceptional service and welcoming atmosphere.
Questions
Do you cater for large gatherings or special events?
Yes, we offer comprehensive event catering for parties, buffets, and special occasions with dedicated planning support and flexible menu options.
Are children welcome at The Five Bells?
Absolutely! We provide children's menus, play areas, and family-friendly accommodations to ensure enjoyable dining experiences for all ages.
What dietary options do you offer?
Our menus include vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options clearly marked for easy selection while maintaining the same quality standards.
Can I book a table in advance?
We recommend reservations, especially weekends and holidays. Contact us directly to secure your preferred dining time.
What are your beverage offerings?
We serve Greene King ales, guest real ales, premium spirits, carefully selected wines, and soft drinks complementing our food menu.
Do you have outdoor seating available?
Yes, our award-winning gardens provide extensive outdoor seating with play areas and beautiful floral displays for seasonal dining.
Reviews (6)
John Chessum
Jan 02, 2022
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We used to dine at the five bells quite often, glad to see the standards are still high, the food good and reasonably priced and attentive staff, I suppose what everyone would like to know is yes I would recommend and I will be going back
Brenda Cope
Jan 01, 2022
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We visited this lovely pub around new year. First trip made a reservation second visit because the first was so good visited the next day. They were very obliging and squeezed us in. The food on both occasions excellent quality, quick to come and lovely and hot. Next time in the area a def visit. Well done 5 Bells.
Beverley Kerrison
Dec 30, 2021
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We were part of a large group who went to lunch on the 30th and new years day 2022, fantastic made to feel very welcome. Food was fantastic and hot, staff were great friendly and helpful would give it NINE stars if I could well done THE FIVE BELLS.
Andy Loveday
Dec 21, 2021
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Impromptu late lunch on New Year's Day.
Driven passed often, but first visit. Will probably become a regular pub for food. Good quality, very reasonable prices and a good menu. Had items from specials board today and thoroughly enjoyed. Nothing fancy, but good pub food done well. Good quick service and nice staff. Nothing to not recommend
Driven passed often, but first visit. Will probably become a regular pub for food. Good quality, very reasonable prices and a good menu. Had items from specials board today and thoroughly enjoyed. Nothing fancy, but good pub food done well. Good quick service and nice staff. Nothing to not recommend
Lynn Townsend
Dec 12, 2021
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Lovely friendly pub. The staff were lovely and attentive. Service was excellent and food superb. We had the senior citizens menu 8.20 fir main and desert. The chicken curry was delicious and Eton Mess amazing. Very impressed.
Peter Rose
Dec 12, 2021
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Went here for a group Christmas meal. The main course was not enjoyable. Parsnips were dried out and the whole thing was drowned in a glue like gravy. My wife had the beef option. Her beef was almost inedible, couldn't slice it, plenty of fat; a dog would have thought twice about it. Won't eat here again. The starter and dessert were fine. My wife mentioned her displeasure at the main course to the waiter, he would talk to the chef, no response was received.
