If you’re booking a group dinner in the Cotswolds, private dining at The Bell at Charlbury promises a warm, stylish and relaxed experience in the heart of Oxfordshire. This beautifully restored 17th-century pub in Charlbury, just outside Chipping Norton, is known for its seasonal British menus and charming interiors - and it’s also home to The Barn, a dedicated private dining space designed with gatherings in mind.
Light, spacious and full of character, The Barn features exposed brick walls, wooden furnishings, and a long banquet table with elegant wooden chairs that seats up to 30 guests. The space opens onto a private terrace overlooking the orchard garden, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor dining - perfect for birthdays, engagement parties, small weddings or team away days.
Private dinners at The Bell focus on modern British sharing feasts, served from the open wood-fired grill. Larger parties can order off a dedicated private hire menu, which includes the likes of black olive and rosemary focaccia, charcuterie boards, market garden leeks cooked over ash with tahini yoghurt, grilled squash with toasted sunflower seeds and feta, and smoked lamb shoulder with salsa verde. To finish, expect comforting puds like rhubarb and apple crumble with vanilla custard.
Menus change regularly based on what’s in season and available, but everything is made by hand in the kitchen to guarantee quality. Vegetarian and vegan options are always available, so you can ensure that everyone in your party is catered for.
Whether you’re planning a private dinner at The Bell at Charlbury or booking a group celebration, this is a private dining spot that delivers thoughtful food, a beautiful setting and laid-back countryside hospitality.