The Bell Inn in Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswolds

The Bell Inn is a 200-year-old coaching inn located 15 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. A plaque at the front door marks its connection to J.R.R. Tolkien, who used the inn as inspiration for the 'Prancing Pony' in his writings. The five en-suite rooms are in the main building and a converted coach house.

The inn provides a full English breakfast with homemade jams and marmalade for guests staying overnight. Lunch and dinner menus focus on home-cooked meals and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. The pub serves a wide selection of local beers, ciders, and ales.

The hotel offers Standard Twin, Superior King, and Standard Triple rooms. Each guest room has en-suite bathrooms, beds, and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. The rooms are recently refurbished and some overlook the inn's courtyard or walled garden.

Moreton-in-Marsh Train Station is a short walk from the inn, with direct trains to London Paddington. A weekly open-air market operates on the High Street outside the inn every Tuesday. The hotel provides easy access to local Cotswold attractions, Bourton House Garden, and Stratford-upon-Avon.

The pub hosts regular live music events and entertainment in the courtyard and bar. The Bell Inn is a dog-friendly property permitting guests to bring their pets. The inn has a courtyard and walled garden for guest use.

History: J.R.R. Tolkien connection inspiring the 'Prancing Pony'

Location: Direct trains to London, 5-minute walk from inn

Rooms: 5 en-suite rooms in main inn and coach house

Dining: Full English breakfast with homemade jams included

Grounds: Courtyard and walled garden for guest use

Entertainment: Regular live music events in the pub

Pets: Dog-friendly policies throughout the property