Historic pubs · East of England
The Old Bell
In or near Apsley.
The Old Bell in England East, United Kingdom.
Bryn Holmes — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Hemel Hempstead · 2.3 km
About
The Old Bell is a historic pub in England East, United Kingdom, dating from 1603. 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.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Chilterns
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Old Bell is a pub located in Hertfordshire, within the East of England region. Established in 1603, it is owned by the Spirit Pub Company and is situated in an area designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) — the Chilterns. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere typical of the region, making it a suitable spot for refreshments and relaxation in a scenic setting.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7593, -0.4718
- County
- Hertfordshire
- District
- Dacorum
- Parish
- Dacorum, unparished area
- Postcode
- HP2 5HN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hemel Hempstead
- Established
- 1603
- Nearest railway station
- Hemel Hempstead — 2.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17542311 (CC0)
- wikipedia: The Old Bell, Hemel Hempstead (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Old Bell?
- The Old Bell is in Hertfordshire, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode HP2 5HN), in the parish of Dacorum, unparished area.
- What is The Old Bell?
- The Old Bell in England East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Old Bell?
- The nearest railway station is Hemel Hempstead, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode HP2 5HN.
- When was The Old Bell built?
- Built or established in 1603.
- Who owns The Old Bell?
- The Old Bell is owned by Spirit Pub Company.
- Is The Old Bell a protected site?
- Yes — The Old Bell is part of the Chilterns National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to The Old Bell?
- The nearest railway station is Hemel Hempstead, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HP2 5HN.