The Bell, Thetford
King St, Thetford, IP24 2AZ
Guest Rating: 
3.5 / 5
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About The Bell hotel
The historic Bell in Thetford has a restaurant serving simple English food, a bar with traditional ales, and comfy en suite rooms.
The Bell was originally a seminary, but under Henry VIII's dissolution of the monasteries, it was sold as an inn in 1540. The hotel retains much of its original character. In 1938, Tudor wall paintings were discovered. These paintings, now preserved behind glass, can be seen in one of the bedrooms.
The Bell Hotel features throughout the Dad's Army TV series, and was the backdrop to many scenes.
Hotel Facilities
General
- 24-Hour Front Desk,
- All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
- Bar,
- Free Parking,
- Garden,
- Heating,
- Newspapers,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Parking,
- Pets Allowed,
- Restaurant.
Activities
- Golf Course (within 3 km).
Services
- Bridal Suite,
- Dry Cleaning,
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
- Packed Lunches.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 15:00 hours onwards.
- You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
Please note, if cancelled, modified or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
17.5 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Internet
No internet access available.
Deposit
The total price of the reservation will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. Baby cots are not available. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card,
- American Express,
- Diners Card.
Important Information
The Bell does not have a lift and no rooms are on the ground floor.
Room information
Each room is ensuite, with tea and coffee making facilities. We have 46 bedrooms and 4 conference rooms.
Double Room more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- CD Player,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Single Room more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- CD Player,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Restaurants and Bars
The King James Restaurant offers a comprehensive menu of food prepared in a modern English style. Quality and service are the highest priorities served and created by people who care about good food, wine & customer care
Directions
Approaching Thetford on the a11 from London, take the 2nd exit at the first roundabout. Follow the road to the traffic lights and turn right on to the a134, then immediate left on to Bridge Street. The hotel is just over the bridge on the right. Approaching Thetford on the A11 from Norwich, take the 1st exit at the roundabout, 2nd exit at the second roundabout. Keep on this road past the Police Station and the Fire Station, through the pedestrian traffic lights and the next set of traffic lights. At the next set of traffic lights, turn left then first left on to Bridge Street. The hotel is just over the bridge on the right. Approaching Thetford on the A134 from Kings Lynn, take the 2nd exit at the roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the 3rd exit. Keep on this road past the Police Station and the Fire Station, through the pedestrian traffic lights and the next set of traffic lights. At the next set of traffic lights, turn left then first left on to Bridge Street. The hotel is just over the bridge on the right. Approaching Thetford on the A134 from Bury St Edmunds, take the 3rd right on to Bridge Street and the hotel is just over the bridge on the right. Approaching Thetford on the A1066 from Diss, take the 3rd exit at the 1st roundabout. At the 2nd roundabout take the 1st exit. Keep on this road past the Police Station and the Fire Station, through the pedestrian traffic lights and the next set of traffic lights. At the next set of traffic lights, turn left then first left on to Bridge Street. The hotel is just over the bridge on the right.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation