Hook Norton Brewery is pleased to announce a new five-year agreement has been offered – and accepted – by our already-popular tenants, Michelle and Rhys at The Bell Inn, Adderbury;

This news has been met with delight from locals and regulars alike, ensuring the cherished pub will remain a cornerstone of the community for years to come.

The announcement, released jointly by the brewery and the tenants, celebrates the strong relationship already firmly established with the brewery in their successful first year’s tenure at The Bell Inn.

Rhys and Michelle at the Hooky Awards 2024

Michelle and Rhys expressed their gratitude, stating, “We are thrilled to announce that we have signed up for another five years with Hook Norton Brewery to continue our journey at The Bell Inn!”

Their heartfelt message continued, “A huge thank you to all our amazing customers, friends, and supporters—you make this place what it is, and we couldn’t do it without you. We’re looking forward to everything that’s ahead, with plenty of exciting plans, great beers, and good times to come. Stay tuned.”

Hook Norton Brewery, renowned for its commitment to traditional brewing and community pubs, echoed the sentiment. Hooky Operations Manager, Edwin Pope, said, “The Bell Inn is a vital part of our estate, and Michelle and Rhys have done an exceptional job creating a welcoming and thriving

The Bell Inn – Adderbury – a Hook Norton Brewery Pub

pub. We are delighted to extend this partnership through a new agreement and look forward to supporting their vision for the future.”

The new agreement promises exciting developments for The Bell Inn, with Michelle and Rhys hinting at “plenty of exciting plans.” While details remain under wraps, patrons can expect the continuation of the pub’s warm atmosphere, coupled with the consistently high-quality Hook Norton ales that have become a hallmark of the establishment, which has already been recognised with a place in the finals for the CAMRA pub of the year in North Oxfordshire.

The news has been met with an outpouring of support on social media, with locals expressing their joy at the continued partnership. Many praised Michelle and Rhys for their dedication and hard work, highlighting The Bell Inn as a vital hub for social gatherings and community events.

This five-year agreement signals a period of stability and growth for The Bell Inn, reinforcing its position as a beloved local pub under the stewardship of Hook Norton Brewery and the passionate leadership of Michelle and Rhys. Residents and visitors alike can look forward to many more years of “great beers and good times.”

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