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Tiny northern pub where swearing and mobile phones are banned – as well as large groups --[Reported by Umva mag]

ONE of the smallest pubs in a pretty UK city has some of the strictest house rules you’ll ever read. The Blue Bell pub, in York, not only bans mobile phones and swearing, but also large groups. InstagramThe Blue Bell pub in York is the smallest in the city – its size as influenced its strict set of rules[/caption] GettyNo mobile phone noise is allowed in the pub as it could ruin the enjoyment for other customers[/caption] The Blue Bell pub is in easy walking distance of York’s famous Shambles so it a great place for a pint. But you had better wash your mouth out before you arrive – the pub’s website dedicates a whole page to its ‘House Rules’, which include no swearing. There’s similar thinking behind the pub’s ‘no mobile phone noise’ rule. The pub states: “Just as with swearing, loud chatting on mobile phones and the playing of music or videos ruins the enjoyment of the pub for those around you. “We kindly ask that all mobile phone conversations take place outside of our public rooms in order for everyone to enjoy their pint in peace. “We know that your grand daughter’s choir performance means a lot to you but please trust us – no one else wants to hear it.” Groups are also banned from the pub – for the simple reason it’s too small to accommodate them. Groups may be allowed in with prior agreement, but it asks you don’t take it to heart if your group is turned away. The Blue Bell’s final house rule is ‘no under 18s’, for the obvious reason under 18s can’t be served alcohol, but to also to allow teachers somewhere to escape. Why it has these rules is apparently one of its most-asked questions. It explains: “The answer takes us all the way back to 1902 where the manager, Harry Hayes was dismissed by the pub’s owners for landing himself in court three times in one month for bad behaviour, drunkenness and non-payment of rent. “The owners – CJ Melrose & Co – installed a new landlord and landlady called George and Annie Robinson in January 1903 who, along with their daughter Edith, ran the pub until 1992.” George was apparently chosen due to his regimental, strict and non-nonsense approach to running a small pub. He and Annie were aware that in such a small space manners are paramount to everyone enjoying a friendly drink. InstagramThe rules were put in place at the pub in 1903, when the pub was taken over by George and Annie Robinson[/caption] So they insisted that swearing and uncouth behaviour not be allowed. Edith went on to take over her parents’ lease of the pub and kept the House Rules in place. She retired in 1992 after 89 years at the pub, but every landlord and landlady since has recognised the value of her father’s wisdom. Despite the strict rules – previous punters have raved about the pub. One person said it: “It feels like stepping back in time.” Another agreed: “That was such an amazing experience to have a beer in a smaller and coziest pub in York.” A third said: “No fuss, no phones, no television. Just a proper old fashion pub. I loved it.” If you’re planning a trip to York, we’ve revealed how to do 24 hours in the city. And one expert has revealed some of the best things to do there. The most beautiful pubs in Britain Three pubs came out top in Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) annual pub design awards… The Vines in Liverpool The Grade II listed pub has recently undergone a full conservation and refurbishment of the interior. It has a V-shaped plan and a flamboyant baroque style, featuring lovely wood panelling and log fires. One visitor wrote on TripAdvisor: “What a fantastic pub. Deceptive from the outside but well worth a visit. “Huge selection of cask ales, reasonably priced, friendly staff, and the building is amazing. Huge dome roof and great architecture.” bod Alsagar in Cheshire The former solicitor’s office has been taken over by Titanic Brewery and turned into their latest café bar. CAMRA liked its use of recycled and re-purposed materials, which including converting the original internal doors into the frontage of a bespoke bar and a chandelier, made from Titanic beer bottles. They added: “Judges also praised the new light and airy conservatory which supplies a ‘wow’ factor to the bar.” King’s Arms in Elham The pub has undergone a makeover, which judges claim improves the building’s ambience. CAMRA said: “This ancient inn, which has been part of the social life of the village for centuries, has undertaken a creative makeover which has enhanced the atmosphere of the building. “The total internal and external renovation and remodelling has resulted a warm, welcoming and contemporary environment.”

Sep 22, 2024 - 10:26

Tiny northern pub where swearing and mobile phones are banned – as well as large groups --[Reported by Umva mag]

ONE of the smallest pubs in a pretty UK city has some of the strictest house rules you’ll ever read.

The Blue Bell pub, in York, not only bans mobile phones and swearing, but also large groups.

a bar with a sign that says members club

The Blue Bell pub in York is the smallest in the city – its size as influenced its strict set of rules[/caption]

a man sitting at a table talking on a cell phone

No mobile phone noise is allowed in the pub as it could ruin the enjoyment for other customers[/caption]

The Blue Bell pub is in easy walking distance of York’s famous Shambles so it a great place for a pint.

But you had better wash your mouth out before you arrive – the pub’s website dedicates a whole page to its ‘House Rules’, which include no swearing.

There’s similar thinking behind the pub’s ‘no mobile phone noise’ rule.

The pub states: “Just as with swearing, loud chatting on mobile phones and the playing of music or videos ruins the enjoyment of the pub for those around you.

“We kindly ask that all mobile phone conversations take place outside of our public rooms in order for everyone to enjoy their pint in peace.

“We know that your grand daughter’s choir performance means a lot to you but please trust us – no one else wants to hear it.”

Groups are also banned from the pub – for the simple reason it’s too small to accommodate them.

Groups may be allowed in with prior agreement, but it asks you don’t take it to heart if your group is turned away.

The Blue Bell’s final house rule is ‘no under 18s’, for the obvious reason under 18s can’t be served alcohol, but to also to allow teachers somewhere to escape.

Why it has these rules is apparently one of its most-asked questions.

It explains: “The answer takes us all the way back to 1902 where the manager, Harry Hayes was dismissed by the pub’s owners for landing himself in court three times in one month for bad behaviour, drunkenness and non-payment of rent.

“The owners – CJ Melrose & Co – installed a new landlord and landlady called George and Annie Robinson in January 1903 who, along with their daughter Edith, ran the pub until 1992.”

George was apparently chosen due to his regimental, strict and non-nonsense approach to running a small pub.

He and Annie were aware that in such a small space manners are paramount to everyone enjoying a friendly drink.

a red brick building with a sign that says the blue bell

The rules were put in place at the pub in 1903, when the pub was taken over by George and Annie Robinson[/caption]

So they insisted that swearing and uncouth behaviour not be allowed.

Edith went on to take over her parents’ lease of the pub and kept the House Rules in place.

She retired in 1992 after 89 years at the pub, but every landlord and landlady since has recognised the value of her father’s wisdom.

Despite the strict rules – previous punters have raved about the pub.

One person said it: “It feels like stepping back in time.”

Another agreed: “That was such an amazing experience to have a beer in a smaller and coziest pub in York.”

A third said: “No fuss, no phones, no television. Just a proper old fashion pub. I loved it.”

If you’re planning a trip to York, we’ve revealed how to do 24 hours in the city.

And one expert has revealed some of the best things to do there.

The most beautiful pubs in Britain

Three pubs came out top in Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) annual pub design awards…

The Vines in Liverpool

The Grade II listed pub has recently undergone a full conservation and refurbishment of the interior.

It has a V-shaped plan and a flamboyant baroque style, featuring lovely wood panelling and log fires.

One visitor wrote on TripAdvisor: “What a fantastic pub. Deceptive from the outside but well worth a visit.

“Huge selection of cask ales, reasonably priced, friendly staff, and the building is amazing. Huge dome roof and great architecture.”

bod Alsagar in Cheshire

The former solicitor’s office has been taken over by Titanic Brewery and turned into their latest café bar.

CAMRA liked its use of recycled and re-purposed materials, which including converting the original internal doors into the frontage of a bespoke bar and a chandelier, made from Titanic beer bottles.

They added: “Judges also praised the new light and airy conservatory which supplies a ‘wow’ factor to the bar.”

King’s Arms in Elham

The pub has undergone a makeover, which judges claim improves the building’s ambience.

CAMRA said: “This ancient inn, which has been part of the social life of the village for centuries, has undertaken a creative makeover which has enhanced the atmosphere of the building.

“The total internal and external renovation and remodelling has resulted a warm, welcoming and contemporary environment.”

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