The Eight Bells, Alton

New licensee (though I believe Phil still owns the building). Not too many changes thankfully, though there is music playing rather loudly, which is a change for the worse.

16 Apr 2014 15:44

The Crown Hotel, Alton

Went on a Friday evening (10.15-ish) - there were only 2 other people there. The lousy atmosphere is largely caused by the fact that local radio is played very loudly. I've a feeling that this place is run largely as a hobby by the manager. It's a shame, because with its history and prominent position this pub should be heaving.

15 Aug 2011 18:17

The Eight Bells, Alton

Great pub, great atmosphere and probably great beer as well (but as a Lager drinker I can't really comment there!). Yes it's smokey, but of course that's going to change next year. No background music, no rowdy teenagers, but still plenty of hub-bub in the evenings. Landlord's a great bloke and the dog's happy as long as he can stretch out in front of the log fire.

30 Oct 2006 15:16