The Bell
Sawtry's historic fire station pub serving Nepalese curries, live music, and roaring fires.
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Hours today
12:00 – 22:00 (Family lunch service until 16:00)
Call us
01487 900149
Find us
82 Green End Road, Sawtry, PE28 5UY
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Disclaimer
Opening and closing hours can change for private hires, events, or seasonal menus. Please contact the pub ahead of time to confirm the exact service schedule.
Weekly hours
- Monday
- 14:00 – 22:00
- Tuesday
- 14:00 – 22:00
- Wednesday
- 14:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 14:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 14:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 22:00
Sawtry's intimate pub keeps the fire station's warmth alive with Nepalese spice, darts, and friendly chat at the bar.
Menu is "hugely varied" with Momo (Chicken), Chicken Tikka Wraps, and curries sitting alongside Fish & Chips, Veg/Vegan Burger & Chips, and towering burgers.
Live music, karaoke, and DJ nights regularly pack the small bar, while takeaway remains a hit for nearby villages.
Staff are famed for tweaking spice levels and checking on guests like old friends.
Early 1800s
Building houses Sawtry's original fire station before becoming The Bell.
2023
Lapen Inns takeover introduces Nepalese menu and takeaway service.
2024
Weekly entertainment grows to include karaoke, DJ sets, and community fundraisers.
Deep dive on The Bell.
Location & Atmosphere
Sawtry’s Bell operates from a former 19th-century fire station, so you get beams, fireplaces, and intimate rooms that glow on winter nights. Music nights and karaoke inject energy, but it still feels like a cosy neighbourhood bolthole.
Food & Drink
Alongside the Nepalese menu – popular for takeaway, too – the Bell keeps pub favourites and burgers, plus cocktails and well-stocked taps. Staff happily adjust spice levels or off-menu requests for regulars.
Key Features
- Historic fire-station setting with fireplace focal points
- Lively entertainment calendar (live bands, karaoke, community meet-ups)
- Takeaway and delivery service for curry nights at home
- Bar games including darts keep traditions alive
- On-street parking plus staff assistance for wheelchair users
What Reviewers Say
Locals rave about the vibrant atmosphere, flexible service, and consistently good Nepalese dishes whether dining in or ordering to-go.
Source: Guest review summaries cited in the Detailed Profiles dossier.
Scenes from the dining room.
Every service begins before dawn with deliveries from our growers and ends with guests lingering over a nightcap.
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Signature plates this season.
Kathmandu Tikka (Served in Grill) (GF)
GF • dry
Rack of Lamb (GF)
GF • dry
Paneer Saslick (GF)
veg • GF • dry
Salmon Tikka (GF)
GF • dry
Tandoori King Prawn (GF)
GF • dry
Himali Lamb (GF)
Special Veggie Tarkari (V)(GF)
veg • GF
Veggie Biryani
Chicken Biryani
Dietary accommodations
- Spice level customisation on any curry.
- Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-aware options throughout the menu.
- Takeaway packaging designed to keep curries piping hot for nearby villages.
Seasonal specials
- Live music Saturdays with curry buffets.
- Quiz and karaoke nights with sharing platters.
- Christmas takeaway feast with Nepalese specials.
We make arrival effortless.
Address
82 Green End Road
Sawtry
PE28 5UY
Parking
On-street parking in front plus village car parks nearby.
Public transit
A1(M) just minutes away; Stagecoach buses stop on Green End Road.
Historic layout
Single-level interior; staff assist with the narrower doorway where needed.
On-street parking
Street parking directly outside the pub entrance.
Dog-friendly
Dogs welcome in the bar beside the fireplace.
Stay in touch
Call 01487 900149
Email thebell@lapeninns.com
Know before you go.
Service & Dining
Service options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
Menu Offerings
Highlights
- Authentic Nepalese cuisine
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Wine
Amenities & Atmosphere
Amenities
- Outdoor seating
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Lively
Crowd & Planning
Crowd
- Good for groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Contactless payments
Family & Pets
Children
- Highchairs available
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Parking
- On-site parking
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Heard through the grapevine.
“Always 10/10 for quality, value, and service—menu has something for everyone.”
“They'll change the strength of any dish—momos and Rum Rum curry are delicious.”
Press highlights
- Tripadvisor
Thousands of diners praise the cosy setting, jovial staff, and varied Nepalese/English menu.
Follow along
Watch behind-the-scenes prep, cellar reveals, and playlist drops on Instagram stories each service.
Gatherings tailored to your occasion.
From intimate chef’s table residencies to garden receptions, our events team choreographs every detail.
Karaoke & DJ Nights
Lively evenings with cocktails and curry platters.
- Host
- Playlist
- Late bar
Takeaway Curry Clubs
Pre-order curries for local clubs and teams with delivery support.
- Discount bundles
- Delivery coordination
Make a day of it around Sawtry.
Sawtry is perfectly placed for Great Fen adventures, Nene Valley heritage, and cosy nights at The Bell.
Holme Fen
Boardwalk trails through the Great Fen just minutes away.
Nene Valley Railway
Steam rail journeys linking Peterborough and Wansford.
Huntingdon Market
Wednesday & Saturday markets for local produce
Secure your table.
Reserve via our booking partners or share special requests and our concierge team will tailor the evening.
Book instantly
Prefer to talk?
Call 01487 900149 or email thebell@lapeninns.com.
Concierge reservations
Online forms are paused. Email info@lapeninns.com with your preferred date, party size, and any celebrations. Our team will curate the evening and confirm details by reply.
- Share dietary needs, access notes, or entertainment requests.
- Let us know which pub you plan to visit.
- Include the best phone number for quick clarifications.
We reply within one business day.
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