Everything you need to know

The Bell & Bear is a community-owned village pub in Emberton, Buckinghamshire, located just outside Olney (MK46). Rescued by local residents in 2021, our pub has become a thriving hub at the heart of the village.
This July marks the 4th annual Bell & Bear Summer Festival - a weekend of live music, real ales, great food and village spirit.
12 High Street, Emberton, Olney MK46 5DH
Find Us On Google MapsOpen at 12pm
Live Music 16:30 - 22:30
Close at 00:00
Open at 12pm
Live Music 13:30 - 22:30
Close at 00:00
Open at 12pm
Live Music 13:30 - 18:30
Close at 20:00


Expect a full weekend of live music featuring a mix of local favourites, crowd-pleasers and festival energy.
Bands and artists will perform across the weekend, with headline acts each night.
We'll be showcasing an extensive range of real ales, craft beers and ciders from both local and national producers.
Expect 16 guest ales throughout the weekend.
Not a beer drinker? No problem.
We'll also be serving lagers, ciders, wines, spirits, soft drinks and alcohol-free options.


Our regular food traders you know and love will be joining us across the featival weekend.
From curries & classic favourites to burgers and hot dogs, there will be something for everyone!
Well-behaved dogs are very welcome at the festival.
Please keep dogs on leads at all times and be mindful of crowds, live music and other festival-goers.
Water stations will be available to keep your four-legged friends hydrated.
As it's July, please remember to check the ground temperature - if it's too hot for the back of your hand, it's too hot for paws. Consider walking dogs on grass where possible and taking regular shade breaks.
