Reservations:
01633 420613
Email: the-bell-inn@hotmail.co.uk
Tafarn
y Gloch Caerllion
Since becoming Proprietors of The Bell Inn in March 2005,
we have tried to shape it as a personal idea of a traditional
Welsh hostelry, but with a unique Breton twist that acknowledges
the cultural, linguistic, culinary and historical kinship between
the two regions. We even share the same national anthem!
"Rural
and remote, it is a land where ancient burial chambers and windswept
moorlands contrast starkly with bustling ports and market towns.
Characterised by the extensive coastline, the sea features prominently
in the life and cuisine of the region. The local ports overflow
with abundant catches…and the countryside provides some
of the finest vegetables and dairy produce…" Written
by the renowned Breton restaurateur Georges Paineau, these words
of homage to his homeland could just as easily apply to Wales.
By
legend, it's said that after the fateful battle of Camlan (a
village, incidentally, still found in north-west Wales) Arthur
of the Britons, whose mythology is closely associated with Caerleon,
was taken to Ynys Enlli (Bardsey) and then onto Armorica, as
Brittany was known in antiquity.
The
Bell's innovative and tasty menus boast Welsh and Breton influences
and are complemented by a carefully-chosen list of wines, cask
ales and artisan ciders. We believe we host the largest range
of the latter in any British pub - again reflecting the often-overlooked
but rich heritage of Welsh and Breton cider-making. Virtually
all of our ingredients are sourced from across Wales, including
grass-fed beef which is hung for at least 21 days. Our enthusiastic
and dedicated kitchen brigade is led by recent Wales Chef of
the Year finalist Jonathan Fryer.
We
all very much hope you enjoy The Bell's hospitality and your
suggestions and comments are always welcome. The road to success
is, after all, never entirely complete!
Iechyd
da…or Yec'hed mat as they say in Brittany!
July 2007
We frequently stay open throughout the afternoon,
if customers wish to stay beyond 3 o'clock,
particularly at the weekend.
Just give us a call to confirm at the time.
