The Eight Bells

Isle of Wight



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traditional pub food in a family-friendly setting
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££££ Moderately Priced
Local tip
For a flexible visit, the indoor, outdoor and takeaway options allow dining plans to suit different needs.

The Eight Bells is a free house pub and family restaurant on Carisbrooke High Street, just outside Newport on the Isle of Wight. The venue has a family-oriented character and provides a straightforward setting for meals, drinks and casual visits in the village.

Food centres on traditional pub cooking, with a menu designed for familiar, filling choices at accessible prices. The venue serves food for dine-in customers and also provides a takeaway collection service. Food and drink menus are available through the venue, with children’s choices included for younger diners.

Dining is available indoors and outdoors, giving the pub some flexibility for different types of visit. The atmosphere is suited to families, while the pub format also works for relaxed meals, drinks and informal gatherings. A function room is available for group occasions, adding a practical option for parties and other organised gatherings.

The Eight Bells also caters for customers who prefer to collect food rather than eat at the pub. Takeaway orders can be placed through the venue’s app or by telephone, with collection available throughout the week. Menu items are subject to availability, so current choices are best checked when ordering.

Located in Carisbrooke, the pub offers a village setting close to Newport while retaining the familiar style of a local free house. Its combination of traditional pub food, family-friendly facilities, indoor and outdoor dining, takeaway collection and a function room makes it suitable for everyday meals as well as larger occasions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Eight Bells is at 31 Carisbrooke High Street, Carisbrooke, Newport PO30 1NR.
It is a free house pub and family restaurant serving traditional pub food and drinks.
The family-oriented setting and children’s menu make it suitable for families, while the pub also welcomes informal meals and group occasions.
Yes. Dining is available both outdoors and indoors.
Yes. A children’s menu is provided alongside the main food offering.
Yes. The venue has a function room for group occasions, with arrangements best discussed directly with the pub.
Takeaway orders can be placed through the venue’s app or by telephone, followed by collection from the pub.
Dietary requirements can be raised with the venue before ordering so suitable current menu choices can be checked.
Food and drink choices are subject to availability and can change, so the current menu should be checked when planning an order.

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