The 8 Bells - Old Hatfield
Located in the lovely village of Old Hatfield, next to Hatfield House the 8 Bells is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. With a lovely courtyard garden, a traditional listed building with 2 fire places and low oak beamed ceilings. The 8 Bells is popular with cyclists, walkers and all the lovely locals.
Packed with history this pub was frequented by the likes of Dick Turpin and Charles Dickens. In fact in Oliver Twist, when Bill Sykes escapes to the pub after killing Nancy. The 8 Bells is the pub that Dickens uses as his inspiration. And only a stones throw from Elizabeth I childhood home, the history of England is literally on our doorstep.
We have a carefully curated selection of wines from our local supplier, exceptional award winning ales, craft beer & lagers. There is also a great selection of gin, whisky and rum.
We are a children and dog-friendly pub. So, if it’s a special occasion, a refreshing pint after a long ride or you just fancy relaxing with a newspaper and chilled glass of wine in front of the fire. Simply give us a call or pop in and see one of the team. We look forward to seeing you soon…
Founded in 2014 Farr Brew is the brain child of Nick Farr, a man with an enthusiasm for top quality ale who started his brewing journey in 1999. In 2015 he teamed up with long-term friend Matt Elvidge and Farr Brew became a limited company. Matt brings his experience from years of working in the creative, advertising and sales industries to the role of Sales Director.
Farr Brew was founded on the principles of creating great tasting real ales brewed with craft and a commitment to quality. Based on the success of the award winning beers and their reputation for customer satisfaction Farr brew have expanded over the past few years and now run five very successful pubs across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. They are stocked in a large number of wonderful pubs, off licences, restaurants and farm shops. And run outside bars at music festivals, food markets, Christmas events, weddings and other private functions throughout the year. At all of these events you can find their friendly and hard working ‘Best Bar Staff by Farr’ ready to pour you a pint.
Farr Brew is a multi awarding brewery that has the environment and the community at its heart. Awarded ‘The Greenest Brewery’ in 2018 (nationally) they look for every opportunity to protect their surroundings whilst maximising their effort. One of the ways they do this, is using spent brewing grains to feed the local high welfare livestock which feature on their pub menus. Please look at the website for more details. www.farrbrew.com
Jason Moylan is now Head Brewer and is constantly working on new and delicious recipes to excite and refresh your taste buds. He is passionate about creating and brewing great award winning beer.
During lockdown periods Jason and his team developed and brought our 5 new beers all of which are packed full of flavour and are so popular that these one of brews have become permanent beers of our collection.
