13 Jul 2017
The Bell Inn, New Forest, Shortlisted for Best Supporter of Local Produce Award

The Bell Inn

New Forest, 13 July 2017 – The Bell Inn, New Forest, is delighted to announce they have been shortlisted for one of the categories in the CLA and New Forest National Park Authority Awards 2017.

The awards seek to recognise those who live and work within the New Forest boundary who make an outstanding contribution to conserving the unique landscape and traditions of the New Forest. Consequently, The Bell Inn has been shortlisted for Best Supporter of Local Produce.

Owner, Robert Crosthwaite Eyre said, “We're delighted to have been shortlisted as it's a fantastic recognition of all the hard work the team do here at the Inn to support the locals. We're passionate about them! With the Inn having been part of our family for over 200 years, we're naturally, very committed to using local produce from the Forest, not only within our seasonal menus, but also in other ways, including offering New Forest Spring Water and New Forest Chocolates for staying guests. Our recent May Fair and Christmas shopping events attended by exhibiting New Forest Marque producers also proved to be hugely popular. Irrespective of

the outcome of the awards, we will continue to find new and innovate ways to demonstrate our obvious commitment to and demonstrating passion for supporting the locals.”

The winners of the 2017 awards will be announced at the New Forest Show on Wednesday 26 July 2017.

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About The Bell Inn

This 18th century coaching Inn nestled in the heart of the New Forest oozes rustic charm and characterful interiors. Its oak and flag stoned floors show off its traditional history and cosy country style, while the heart of the Inn is its double-sided fireplace where locals meet to sample the best of the New Forest.

Guests are encouraged to soak up the surroundings and sink into sofas whilst sampling one of our fine local ales with man's best friend curled up at your feet. Our bar and restaurant serve locally sourced food from nature's larger, right on our door step.

The 28 elegant and individually themed rooms, blend original features with contemporary touches. The perfect country hideaway, while still ideally situated just a mile away from J1 of the M27, we are proudly independent family owned Inn.

For further information, contact:

Samantha Farrar

Marketing & PR Manager

The Bell Inn

E: samantha.farrar@bramshaw.co.uk

T: 02382 140539

W: www.bellinn-newforest.co.uk