The Bell Inn in Selsley is celebrating a second major award while preparing for the Christmas season, with tables still available for its festive lunch menu.

The pub has been awarded Gold in the Taste of the West Dining Pub category. The recognition follows a recent Cotswold Life Award for Best Pub, adding to a run of accolades for the eatery.

The latest award was based on an anonymous visit. The Bell Inn team had no prior knowledge that the Taste of the West judges were coming, meaning the assessment was carried out without the business being given advance notice.

Judges praise food and hospitality

The judges highlighted the standard of cooking, the menu and the service provided by the pub’s staff.

The Bell Inn is a lovely local spot with a great level of cooking and a well-thought-out menu with attentive and warm staff.

The awards recognise the pub’s commitment to quality cooking, carefully considered menus and warm hospitality. They also reflect its support for local producers and suppliers.

Christmas bookings remain open

With Christmas approaching, The Bell Inn is inviting guests to use its Christmas feasting menu for family and friends’ gatherings, as well as work Christmas parties. The pub describes the menu as offering value for festive get-togethers while continuing its focus on locally sourced food.

Turkeys for the Christmas menu are being supplied from Nailsworth, while other ingredients are sourced from a range of local suppliers. The use of those suppliers forms part of the pub’s wider commitment to local produce.

There are still tables available for Christmas lunch, giving diners the opportunity to book a festive meal at the pub. The Bell Inn is also due to remain open throughout the festive season rather than closing after Christmas Day.

Its Boxing Day and New Year’s brunch menus will return this year. Guests can also expect additional pub classics to be added to the offering.

Following the latest award, The Bell Inn is looking forward to welcoming regular customers and new visitors during the festive period. Christmas feasting menu bookings are available through the pub’s booking link, with further information provided through The Bell Inn’s website.

The report was published on November 6, 2026, and the Christmas availability and menu details reflect the position stated in that report.