Historic pubs · South East England
The Eight Bells
In or near Bagnor.
The Eight Bells in England South East, United Kingdom.
Oscar Taylor — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Newbury · 0.3 km
About
The Eight Bells is a historic pub in England South East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
Photo gallery
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Kennet SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Eight Bells is a pub located in Newbury, South-East England, within the postcode RG14. It is situated near the River Kennet, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The pub is also within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), offering a scenic setting. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere typical of the region, serving as a local gathering spot for refreshments and socialising.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3985, -1.3265
- District
- West Berkshire
- Parish
- Newbury
- Postcode
- RG14 5DY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newbury
- Nearest railway station
- Newbury — 0.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26514397 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Eight Bells?
- The Eight Bells is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG14 5DY), in the parish of Newbury.
- What is The Eight Bells?
- The Eight Bells in England South East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Eight Bells?
- The nearest railway station is Newbury, about 0.3 km away. The nearest town is Bagnor. Drivers can use postcode RG14 5DY.
- Is The Eight Bells a protected site?
- Yes — The Eight Bells is part of the River Kennet SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Eight Bells?
- The nearest railway station is Newbury, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG14 5DY.