The Old Bell - Henley-On-Thames

I felt I was in a parallel universe where everything was as it should be. My wife and I finished our UK holiday at a very posh hotel in Henley and after eating felt we needed a beer. Found this spectacularly good pub while looking for a Brakspears pub. I drank this beer in my youth and needed to try it out. The low strength standard bitter called Gravity was in perfect condition, served at cellar temperature with a lacey head and a lovely hoppy aroma and aftertaste which lingered in the mouth for minutes after you drank it. More importantly, the atmosphere in the pub took me back to the 60s with all the staff friendly as soon as you walked in, and the happy and jovial customers just as welcoming. I was transported back to a time when pubs were full of happy people having a great time. Even though we were only there for a short time we struck up conversations with 3 or 4 customers and thanked the landlady who clearly knew how to look after the beer and her customers. Sigh I wish the pubs near me flowed the example set by the Old Bell, Henley on Thames.

Good old fashion local pub good atmosphere and layout, Tidy

Lovely and quaint location. Only popped in for a drink but would definitely ho again.

Lovely pub. Great atmosphere. Looks like your front room at the back with a lovely fire. Fantastic curry night on Friday. Absolutely beautiful food at a great price. Highly recommended.

A great pub. Walked in during an interesting quiz, and was met by friendly locals. Bar staff really friendly and fun, wish I could have for to know a couple of locals a lot more. Definitely recommend.