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Timbered pub in the heart of old Hatfield Town - there has been a pub presence on the site since c1226. Charles Dickens stayed here in 1838 and it is said that the pub is the one visited by his fictional character, the brutal Bill Sikes in Oliver Twist. And then there are stories about the highwayman Dick Turpin, known to have visited the pub. Today, there's an eclectic mix of locals ensuring good conversation with your pint - or game of darts. Away from the bar there are several alcoves and small rooms. In the garden, a well has been found dating back to 1836. Taken over by Farr Brew in late 2019.
Historic Interest
The original pub was built 1226 and frequented by notorious eighteenth century highwayman Dick Turpin. It's is now chiefly remembered as the resort of a purely fictional character Charles Dickens Bill Sykes who in Oliver Twist thither after having murdered his mistress Nancy.Charles Dickens stayed at this inn on 27 December 1838
This Pub serves 1 changing beer (The pub always has two beers on handpump from Farr Brewery. These rotate regularly. There is also a guest beer, which was from Timothy Taylor on visiting.) and 2 regular beers.
Eight Bells, Hatfield
Source: National
Live Music
Garden
Family Friendly
Disabled Access
Dog Friendly
Function Room
Games
Newspapers
Real Fire
Smoking
Wi Fi
Real Ale
LocAle
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