THE BELL AT RUISLIP
Is Just The Place to Be !
Recent reviews of The Bell
That bloke you had playing last night was just bloody brilliant. Where do you fond hese people ?
Terry 19/02/11 16.08
I dont know who the chef is on your Barbecue but I have to say that was no ordinary barbie. Usually that sort of foodis burnt or raw, yyou know what I mean but the Chicken wraps and Pork & apple Burgers were fabulous. Please let me know his name we would like to use him for a private garden party we are having next month Thanks
Duncan Axford Harefield 14/08/10 13.56
i ve seen Maxwell and Hammer whre the guy plays electric guitar AND the keybords which is fantastic, and I never thought anyone could do better than that, but last night Rickyamazed me by playing guitar, keyboards AND the saxaphone. Wher do you find thesed brilliant musicians. Please let me know as I would kike to book them for a private party Many thanks and see you soon
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Andy and Ailsa 09/08/10 7.15
WEVE JUST HAD A BRILLIANT NIGHT IN YOUR PUB, AND WANT TO THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR A WONDERFUL EVENING. tHE MUSIC WAS GREAT WHAT i REMEMBER OF IT, AND IT MADE MY WIFES BIRTHDYA VERY SPECIANIGHT tHANK YOU
Ken Blaney 31/07/10 11.23
Dear Rose and Dave as Graham and Keiths Mum and Dad we were devasted for you all on Friday after all the work put into St Georges Day.People looked forward to the celebrations and for those mindless yobs to ruin it all after all the work words are not enough to say what we would have liked to have done to them. Do hope you do it again next year and you did not lose too much money as it is the best thing that has happened in the vicinity for years.
Monica & Terry 26/04/10 20.54
I have been coming to this pub for nearly 2 years and in that time I have felt more happy & comfortable in any other pub i've known (been a few!!). Was really looking forward to the St George's day last friday, started well with a nice bit of loud music & then a fantastic jazz band. Loads of people about having a good time, and then about 8.30 some brain dead pond life called (?) ruined it all with mindless chanting & general mayhem. thanks guys, why don't you all go back under the rock you crawled out from and leave decent people alone to enjoy themselves. Glad I got that out!! Anyway, a big thanks to Dave, Rose, Graham & all the staff & others who helped to get it all together to what SHOULD have been a wonderful day. Here's to The Bell, the bestest pub ever, 3 cheers, hic!!!!!!
Mick Cummins 26/4/10 19.15
I would just like to say what a fantastic time I had on St Georges day I thoroughly enjoyed the Jazz band and the Parade. I left soon after the parade finished and now understand that you were troubled by a few idiots, I am very sorry to hera about the troubles and hope that this will not prevent you from arranging an event like this again in the future. I do not wish to leave my name but please be assured you will have my support in the future. Many thanks for a great day.
Anonymous 26/4/10 08.20
What a place, and the only place around the area to have a great time! As for Fridays events I have nothing else to add apart from stating these thugs are pure mindless idiots that have no respect or understanding of celebrating their patron saints day. Scraping these people off the bottom off a Police horses hoof seems appropriate! We won't let these people beat us!!!
Keith Smith 26/4/10 07.38
I have been coming to the St Georges Day parade at the Bell for the last couple of years and have really enjoyed the atmosphere. It has a serious side but is always light hearted and family orientated and is a great tribute to our boys overseas. However, last night had an intimidating atmosphere from the moment I arrived there I could feel it. The EDF people with their football type songs and their total disrespect for the ceremony and our fallen hereos was a disgrace. People with young families were heading off early an not spending their money in the pub or on the food. I understand it was not the fault of the pub or the organisers, also that the Police were in a difficult postion but the riot at the end was on the cards and should have been prevented. What a terrible shame. I hope this has not marred the event for the future as it is such a well worth thing to do. Thanks for taking the time to read this email.
Janet 24/4/10 10.14
Dave and Rosemary.
I am so sorry the evening was ruined by a bunch of yobs, as you know the road was closed but the police were kind enough to clear a way for me to go home. I told them, if they want any footage of the film I took of the yobs, just ask.
I do not know what gets into the 'English' youth these days, their manners and behaviour leaves a lot to be desired. You have my sympathy, a couple of chaps in the car park, were singing and one of them came and stuck his face in my camera then he grabbed hold of my monopod and pulled it to his face. I think these peple should be ashamed of themselves. Very Best to all of you.
Donald 24/4/10 09.22
Hey you guys - what a fabulous night last night. The band was brilliant. We will all be back again soon, please let us know whats happeining next week.
Dwight Aston 27/3/10 16.43
Hi. I like the pics of last years St George's Day. What time is the parade this year? Is it an all day celebration? Is there a band on in the evening? Do you sell those printed t-shirts in the pub? Hope to see you 23/4. Thx
Sally 17/3/10 12.58
This pub is the best thing since sliced bread. I drink there constantly and the atmosphere is top rate. Oi you lot, have a pint of Stella for me and i will be back in June to get one for myself. Have a good one boys and girls and remember if your not drunk your not living. LIVE the dream people.
Mick Stella Curran 19/2/10 19.52
Our 1st gig at the bell and had a real good response from the audience.the land lady and dave were really good host and made us feel welcome. will be back again soon. cheers the tones
The Tones 15/2/10 15.45
my wife and I came to the bell on saturday, and were amazed how friendly the locals were. There was a band, Sam Kelly I think who were just fantastic. we will definitely be back at your pub very soon and good luck
Charles and Ivana 15/2/10 10.52
Wjat a rockin night friday - The Tones, bloody brilliant Chhers Dave
Adam 13/2/10 14.40
GWe had the most fabulous evening last Saturday. The food was brilliant, and the band, Solace i think it was were brilliant, and then the icing on the cake was jamie who was the funniest bloke weve ever seen, Well be back even though we live in Oxfprd. Good luck and thanks.
Roy Clarke 23/11/09 11.48
Great pub.Smashing couple.Great music(Blues&Tunes,Maxwell Hammer&Smith,4 Pillars Of Wisdom)Great mob of locals.What more do want.
Blue Eyes 23/06/09 10.45
HI DAVE AND ROSIE FANTASTIC NIGHT SATERDAY YOU MADE US SO WELCOME AND SO LATE HOME I COULDNT DO ANY GARDENING SUNDAY , MAINLY DUE DAVE COS I COULDNT FIND A SPADE IN THE SHED !!!!!! C U IN JUNE X
Ray Smith 18/05/09 23.44
Excellent St George's day celebration, top marks to all concerned. We love our visits the Bell and long may they continue. Rosie and Dave (Michael) have got to be the best couple we work for Looking forward to our next visit July 10th Don't forget next time when he tells ya (Only blow the bloody doors off) Maxwell Hammer & Smith
Don John Maxwell 17/05/09 14.02
You all make me feel so welcome when I come down to spend some time with Jimbo. I have got Mrs Gerrard some paraphernalia for her, next time I come down. I just want some Peggy burgers in exchange!
ChrisLiverpool 09/05/09 20.08
I really think tht the landlord is getting too much grief from you lot I for one want to say I think hes great an lovely
GayboyBrighton 06/05/09 19.17
Ive fallen in love with the landlady, even though shes probbly old enough to be my mother PHOARR what a babe
darentleave my name coz of dave 04/05/09 16.56
Well what can i say great place to play i love it there you even hve your own in house band THE BELLENDERS !! Shame about the broken saucepans. We never normaly socialise at places we work but the bell is different dave and rose (DORIS) are great. Thanks for all the support guys
Jamie G 04/05/09 16.08
Great Pub, landlady is very cool, but her old fella is a bit dodgy !!!!
Ty Wales 04/05/09 13.00
Well seems sort of OK - Landlords a bit of an arse but the landlady is an absolute dream - in fact I'm dreaming about her now...oops hope this isn't like FaceBook so everyone knows - Keep it up guys xx
Billy No Mates 02/05/09 23.36
Dave, Absolutely fantastic, remind me to get you to orgIveanise my next birthday party.
Steve 29/04/09 20.43
It was great fun for all concerned. The "Queen" was amazing!! Where did you get her from ?
The organisation went very well indeed. One thing froma Ban perspective we need to think about for next year is finding a way of transporting our instrument cases from the base to the Bell, There was nowhere we could safel;y put our instruments dwon while having a drink. A very small point
Yes we will definitely be up for next year!!!!
Clayton YWD Band 29/04/09 16.35
Guys bloddy great day thanks and give my luv to queenie
Charlie 28/04/09
Yeah well good day sart gorge but who was that old git doing the dj bit ? think he should be put out to grasse
Lee269 28/04/09 20.55
Hi folks,enjoyed playing music for you guys last Saturday.Looking forward to next one on Saturday 20th June. PS we can link our websites if you like mine is www.laurence.moonfruit.com Cheers folks see you in June!
Laurencemusicman 28/04/09 19.36
Hello you two good peeple Whoever organised that event on Thursday deserves a bloody medal It was fantastic. Glad to see that someone is looking out for our country One minor complaint – it took me ages to get a drink from the bar, but then again I saw how busy you were. Who the hell was that loony dressed as St George, dancing with the Queen - Magic Moment
Jonno 28/04/09 16.12
I think the pub is great, just been down and while having a cool pint the chas and dave megamix which included the only fools and horses tune in was played just before the bingo, which in it's own right was very funny. Sadly due to moving down under I am not going to be able to go to the bell too much in the future but the whole St Georges weekend was great and must have taken alot of effort from Rose and DJ Davie Dave. Cheers Guys
Marcus 26/04/09 22.48
My band, Blues&Tunes/The 4 Pillars of Wisdom, play regularly at The Bell and it has probably become our favourite band venue. Always a brilliant atmosphere with some great local "characters" and Rose, Dave & their colleagues always extremely hospitable. Fast becoming "the main local venue for live music" we look forward to playing at The Bell for the forseeable future.
Gary Reece 26/06/09 08.19
I actually love the Bell more than I love my own mum
Muzz 25/04/08 17.29
this is a great web site and a lovely friendly pub, but the landlady wears funny clothes! but shes very beautiful and hilarious and as for the DJ, he is the oldest but the best DJ in ruislip!!! we will definately be back!!
Alex & Becky 18/04/09 22.12
great pub brill management brill bar staff great entertainment (except when bloody chevrons are on) can you put two cask beers on all the time please
Pete.sharp2 17/04/09 17.14
The Bell is a rare thing these days - an unmolested and unpretentious traditional local boozer. Yet it manages to pul off the difficult trick of being more than one thing at the same time. One half has bare floors, pool tables and the sort of music that attracts betracksuited youths who communicate in text-speak. The other half is much more traditional and has a more mature crowd.
There is an unusual mix of tradesmen, business people (complete with the odd Aston Martin in the car park) and servicemen from the nearby base - mainly army, rather than RAF. At weekends it transforms itself into a live music venue and some great bands play there.
This pub has an undeserved reputation for being a bit rough. This mainly stems from the time of the previous proprieters but the current guv'nors, Dave and Rose, sorted that out years ago. Rose isn't to be trifled with! In the two years I've been visiting this pub I've only seen one scrap - and I started that!
Its not a real ale pub by any means - although they do serve a nice pint of IPA. What it is is a London boozer like I remember from my youth - and I love it.
eddieV8 11/04/09 11.43
“I take ecxeption to the proposition that "I can letmy hair dowm. since I dont have any !! Frankly its too late for that ! so do you have any other suggestions. nevertheless we had a great time - Thank you”
Stuart 10/04/09 17.54
There's a big German Shepherd dog hanging around inside which looks a little scary but probably isn't. More scary are the locals who appear unnecessarily angry. Last time I was there drinking alfresco behind some plastic bus-stop type screens out front, an old Spitfire flew by overhead (mucking about from RAF Northolt) and I secretly hoped that it was lining up a bombing run on the pub. Then I remembered I was still in it and changed my mind.
