A PLACE WORTH KNOWING
A thatched pub worth finding
Tucked behind the village church, this characterful pub pairs a changing seasonal menu with a pretty garden and old-fashioned warmth.
The approach is part of the pleasure: follow the lanes to Cheriton Fitzpaine, then look behind the church for The Ring of Bells. The thatched building, garden greenery and low-lit dining corners feel made for a long lunch. Its kitchen changes the menu with the week, drawing on growers, small producers and the day’s available ingredients. Come for an intentional meal rather than expecting a fixed list of favourites. On a fine day, the garden is a particularly tempting place to pause. Parking takes a little planning, so read the pub’s directions and leave yourself time to arrive without a rush.
The lovely little details
- A thatched village pub behind the church.
- A weekly changing menu with local produce.
- Garden tables and characterful indoor rooms.
SOMETHING TO LOOK OUT FOR
Let the week’s menu lead
Check the latest dishes before booking, then choose from what the kitchen is cooking for your visit.
From the venueTHE USEFUL LITTLE DETAILS
Make a little plan.
Getting there
The pub is tucked behind the church. Parking is limited: follow the venue’s current advice for the community car park and permitted out-of-hours surgery parking.
Before you set off
Reserve a table directly and check current service days; the pub is normally closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Check bookings & availabilityFinding the pub
Approaching from the east, follow the venue’s directions behind the church.
Check the detailsParking
Use only the parking areas and times specified by the pub; ask the team if unsure.
Check the detailsDetails checked 24 October 2026. Opening times, menus and access arrangements can change; confirm anything essential directly before travelling.
About this feature & our sources
This is an editorial discovery, researched from the venue’s own information and any visitor sources linked here. It is not a paid partnership or a first-hand review. Individual visitor tips reflect that person’s experience; they are not a live rating or a promise about your visit.
- The Ring of Bells · official website ↗
- The Ring of Bells · visit information ↗
- The Ring of Bells · visit information ↗
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