Early 19th century
The early years
There have been several extensions over the years to make the inn/hotel a picturesque centre piece of the old village of West Kirby. The Ring O’ Bells was so named because it was in earshot of the sound of St Bridget’s bells. It was probably frequented by the bell ringers of St Bridget’s church (2019 was the anniversary of three hundred years of four of St Bridget’s eight bells).
In earlier days inns were often dual purpose and used as mortuaries, auction houses and venues for public meetings. They were popular venues for club or work outings.
(Image - The early building was quite small and looks like a pair of cottages.)