The Bell Inn
High Street, Thorpe-le-Soken · Hotel
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A traditional inn on Thorpe-le-Soken's High Street, Essex, with restaurant, bar and garden, close to Frinton-on-Sea and Clacton Pier.
What's nearby
- 1 SKIIN next door
- Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery next door
- Tendring Technology College 150m away
- Tesco Express 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
About The Bell Inn
The Bell Inn is a traditional-style pub hotel set on the High Street in Thorpe-le-Soken, the kind of building that anchors a small Essex town with its own bar and restaurant rather than standing apart from it. Rooms come with en-suite bathrooms and drinks available on request, with accessible rooms also on offer, and free WiFi throughout for those who want to stay connected.
Guests can expect breakfast served on site, along with a garden and outdoor seating area for warmer days, and a bar for evenings in. There's 24 hour reception, luggage storage, meeting rooms for those travelling on business, and free on-site parking for anyone arriving by car. Pets are welcome, making it a straightforward stop for those travelling with dogs.
The surrounding area offers walking routes, fishing, watersports and further pubs and restaurants nearby, with Frinton-on-Sea and Clacton Pier both within easy reach for a day at the coast. It's a practical base for exploring this stretch of Essex, with everything needed for an overnight stay close at hand.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Diners like this restaurant's delicious and high-quality food, with many highlighting the generous portion sizes and diverse menu, including excellent Sunday roasts and desserts. They also mention the welcoming, friendly, and attentive staff, who provide excellent service. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere and comfortable rooms, making it a lovely place to stay.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- High Street, Thorpe-le-Soken
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Thorpe-le-Soken