The Bell at Yarpole is a community owned pub in the stunning black and white village of Yarpole, located midway between the market towns of Ludlow and Leominster. Currently run by the community, and a team of enthusiastic volunteers. The pub is closed on a Monday & Tuesday (apart from Bank Holidays and special events). Join us for a games and social evening on Wednesday evenings; often accompanied by live folk music. Open from 5pm on Wednesday & Thursday. Open from midday, serving lunches, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Evening meals available from 6pm.
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Ales, ciders and outstanding wines.
Local lagers, ales and ciders are available on tap. We have recently teamed up with Wye Valley Brewery as our lead brewer. We have their pale ale, Fandango, their stout, Nightjar and their lager, 1985 all available on draught. We also stock Gasping Goose; a local cider from Newton Court just south of Leominster. Guest ales are also available, different beers from our local producers The Ludlow Brewing Company Three Tuns, Hobsons and Wye Valley.
We are located in the heart of the beautiful Herefordshire countryside. A stones throne from many beautiful walks, including the gorgeous Fish Pool Valley, National Trust sites, and treasures like Ludlow Castle. The Yarpole circular walk can be started and finished at the Bell. Yarpole Bell Tower, next to St Leonard’s church, is one of the oldest timber frame structures in England. It was erected in 1187.
We are happy to welcome motorhomes and camper vans on our off-road car park behind the pub. We require stopover guests to use the pub in some capacity – with a recommended minimum spend of £20 for use of our facilities.
Facilities in the village include an award winning community Shop and Post Office. There is also a Gallery Café in the church. Both the Shop and the Gallery café are run by volunteers.
Come and join us at the Bell for a special evening on Valentines Night. We will be serving a set menu; either 2 courses for £34.50 or 3 courses for £39.50 per person. Our menu is being finalised and will be published shortly. Bring a loved one or why not join up with a group of friends for a special night. It will be a relaxed evening with a great dining experience.
We are pleased to announce the first of our Theme Nights for 2026. We will be serving a Chinese meal on Thursday, 22nd January. Sittings at 6.00pm, 7.00pm and 8.00pm. A choice of 2 dishes from the menu below for £17.50 per person. Enjoy a taste from the Orient. Please use our online booking service. Our Theme Nights will be on the 4th Thursday of the month. Our next evening will be a Thai evening on Thursday, 27th February.
Use our wonderful 17th century pub as the centre piece of your special event. If the weather is good guests can spill out onto our lovely garden area. Take over the whole building if you are a large group. Or just use our original timber framed Cider Barn for your special celebration. We can supply the cider too! From birthdays to anniversary parties and weddings, it’s always a great feeling to bring people together over food and drinks. It is something we take pride in doing well. We can cater for groups of all sizes; up to 50 people for a full sit down meal. Meet with us to plan every aspect of your event. Start the process by completing the online enquiry form. If your event is on a Monday or Tuesday when we are normally closed; don’t worry! We can still make arrangements for your event.
Arrival at 6pm for food. The quiz starts at 7.00pm Our monthly Quiz continues on the first Thursday of the month. In 2026 the first quiz will be on Thursday, 15th January. There will not be a quiz in February as it clashes with the YPGNS quiz in the Parish Hall. The following quiz will be on Thursday, 5th March. Teams of up to 6. Please book your table using the link below. £10.00 per person for food. £2.00 for the quiz (the money is donated to the winning teams chosen charity).
Yarpole is located midway between the market towns of Ludlow and Leominster, and close to the nearby National Trust property, Croft Castle. The separate Bell Tower, next to St Leonard’s church in Yarpole, dating from 1187 is a must to see when visiting the village.
We are an ideal starting point for the Yarpole circular walk, over Bircher Common and through Fishpool Valley. There are several local cycle routes.
We are available to host and cater all of your private function needs from anniversary parties to birthdays or even weddings.
Please contact us to discuss your needs.
