Bells of Peover

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  Peter Evans

  ·2 months ago

  “The Bells of Peover has been a great destination over many years, though it is reasonable to say that it has had a slightly turbulent past couple years. Hence, it was great to visit in August 2026 and find the old place back to its magnificent best. We had great food - upper bracket pub food, well prepared and presented. The service was first class and very friendly. I really hope the news that the Bells is back and a great destination again travels fast and far!!”

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  John Butterworth

  ·2 months ago

  “My wife had the meat and potato pie and I had the battered cod and chips, both meals were excellent. Very pleasant country setting, and old world rustic charm is how I would describe the Bells of Peover. Service was also excellent, we shall definitely return one day”

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  Alan Nurse

  ·2 months ago

  “On our journey back to Wirral from Derbyshire, we headed to The Bells of Peover for some food and drink. We were surprised to see that the beer garden was quite empty for a sunny day and at tea time too. Headed inside for a drink and some menus and we thought it was quiet in there too, served by a friendly and happy barman we took our menus out to the beer garden for perusal. We noticed that certain dishes were marked as ' gfa' that we took to mean ' gluten free available' but nothing was marked as 'V', a few dishes clearly were but a few had the potential of ambiguity. The cheese and onion pie with chips, roasted carrots and vegetable gravy was the one in question and it turned out that it WASN'T vegetarian. The bar staff cleared the matter up and an alternative was chosen. The food we had was of good quality, hot and served well presented and fairly quickly and all the staff we came into contact were engaging, friend8and happy. The only thing that let you down was the poorly labelled vegetarian dishes- everything else was good.”

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  James Harrison

  ·2 months ago

  “We went for lunch on a Sunday, it was a lovely sunny day and quite warm. The online menu had a reasonable choice, however when we sat down we were told that the only food being served were roast dinners. These were at least 20% more expensive than nearby places, so we were forced to chose a meal we didn't want and pay more for the privilege! I shoukd add that the service itself was fine and the servers did a great job..”

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  Franciely Valente

  ·6 months ago

  “I’m still thinking about the experience I had at The Belle of Peover 🤍 The food was simply divine… the kind that feels like a warm hug from the inside. Every detail, every flavour… just perfect. It was more than just a meal, it truly made my day lighter and happier. I left feeling so full, happy, and already looking forward to coming back. Thank you for such a special experience ✨”

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  Steve Shanyaski

  ·6 months ago

  “We ordered the £19 burger. It looked great on arrival, but the brioche bun was completely inedible — so tough and resistant it could not be torn by hand, and chewing through it made your jaw ache. The smash patty, which should have been the textural centrepiece, was being squeezed out entirely by a bun with the give of a fishing wader. We sent it back. A young supervisor assured us the matter would be resolved. Fifteen minutes later — no replacement plate, no fresh dish — he returned to explain that it is a potato brioche, and that toughness is intentional. That is simply how it is supposed to be. No chef has ever decided that the defining characteristic of a burger bun should be its resistance to being eaten. The logic does not hold. And yet rather than simply bring us a replacement, he returned a second time with a physical demonstration — samples of potato brioche alongside a standard bun — apparently to teach us why we were wrong to complain. An extraordinary own goal: if you know your brioche is this tough, why are you serving it? We received a refund for the burger. But a refund issued without acknowledgement, accompanied by two confrontations and a fifteen-minute wait for a lesson rather than a solution, is not good hospitality. Bells of Peover at its best is genuinely lovely, which is precisely what makes this so deflating. Until the culture shifts — where the chef cannot be questioned and the response to feedback is defensiveness rather than care — we cannot recommend visiting with confidence. That said, the bar staff were polite and professional throughout, and that counts for something. There are clearly good people here — which gives us hope that the standards this pub is capable of might yet find their way back to the kitchen.”

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  Rebecca Manship

  ·11 months ago

  “We are still quite new to the area and this was our first visit to the Bells of Peover. What a lovely place! Really nice decor and layout, great staff, and good selection at the bar and menu. We just had a couple of sides/nibbles and they were great; we can't wait to come back soon for dinner. EDIT - We've returned several times now and love this beautiful place.”

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  Halima Averill

  ·1 year ago

  “The Bells of Peover isn’t just a pub—it’s a place full of history and character. During WWII, it was used by the British Army to discuss strategy against the Germans, and you can still feel that sense of history in its walls. But beyond its past, this place truly shines when it comes to food and atmosphere. From start to finish, the food was simply outstanding. The lamb was the star of the show perfectly cooked and packed with flavour while the soup was rich and full of depth. The fish cake? Absolutely sensational. Every dish felt like fine dining, executed with real care and attention to detail. The atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming, and full of good vibes, making it the kind of place where you can unwind and enjoy great food in great company. Whether you’re visiting for the history, the setting, or the food, The Bells of Peover delivers on every level. Highly recommended!”

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  April Kennedy

  ·2 years ago

  “This is one of the best meals we have eaten in a long time! We started with a while you wait dish of popcorn shrimp, 2 starters 2 mains and 2 desserts all prepared to perfection! We each had 2 alcoholic drinks so £50-£60 per person was reasonable for the amount we ordered. The quality of food was incredible, service was fantastic all tied together with a lovely atmosphere. Would definitely recommend!”

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  Miles Harmsworth

  ·5 years ago

  “We came for lunch, arranged to sit outside for drinks beforehand, having booked a table inside. It was a glorious day so a really nice place to sit in the sun. Staff were great in sorting out an outside table, shade etc. We asked if we could have our starters whilst outside and mains meal inside. No problem with sorting that. The setting as you go into the main restaurant is phenomenal. The wisteria is stunning. Makes such an impact. The service and main meal were excellent. To be fair 3 out of 5 had the sea bass, one fish and chips and I forget the other!!! Wine was very good, not cheap but you pay for what you get. Definitely would come back again.”

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