Bar in Diss, Norfolk
The Old Barrel Bar
Your local in the heart of Diss. Cold drinks, warm welcome, and good bar food — open daily.
About The Bar
A Proper Town Pub —
Right in the Centre of Diss
The Old Barrel Bar is the beating heart of Park Hotel Diss. Whether you're a guest staying the night, a local popping in for a drink, or a group looking for somewhere to watch the sport — you'll find a genuine welcome here.
We stock a great range of draught beers and cask ales, many sourced locally from Norfolk and Suffolk breweries. Our wine list is carefully chosen to offer something for every taste and budget.
Bar food is served daily — perfect for a quick lunch, post-work snack, or a relaxed bite before or after an event in our function room. Mon–Fri: 12:00–15:00 & 18:00–20:30. Saturday: 12:00–20:30. Sunday: 12:00–18:30.
More Than Just a Bar
Games Room &
Outdoor Seating
The Old Barrel Bar has a bit more to offer than your average hotel bar. Next door to the bar is our private games room — complete with a pool table and dartboard, free to use for anyone visiting. The room is also available for private hire if you'd like it exclusively for your group.
Games Room — Pool & Darts
One private room with a full-size pool table and dartboard. Open to all bar guests, and bookable exclusively for private hire.
Outdoor Seating Area
Enjoy your drinks al fresco in our outdoor seating area — ideal on a warm afternoon or evening.
What's on Offer
Everything at The Old Barrel Bar
Cask Ales & Craft Beers
A rotating selection of local Norfolk ales and popular craft beers on tap and in bottle.
Wines, Spirits & Cocktails
A carefully chosen wine list, premium spirits, handcrafted cocktails, and soft drinks.
Bar Food
Bar snacks, light bites, and simple mains. Mon–Fri: 12:00–15:00 & 18:00–20:30. Saturday: 12:00–20:30. Sunday: 12:00–18:30.
Games Room
Pool table and dartboard in one private room next to the bar — open to all guests, and available for private hire.
Outdoor Seating
Relax outside with a cold drink in our outdoor seating area — perfect on a sunny day.
Sports on Screen
Catch the big game on our screens — great atmosphere for live sport.
Live Events
Regular live music, quiz nights, and special events throughout the year.
Open Daily
Mon–Sun 11:00–23:00. Walk-ins always welcome.
Drinks Menu
Something for
Everyone
From a perfectly poured pint to a carefully crafted cocktail — The Old Barrel Bar has a drink for every mood and every occasion.
- Cask ales & local draught beers
- Wines by the glass or bottle
- Premium spirits & liqueurs
- Handcrafted cocktails & mocktails
- Soft drinks & hot beverages
Bar Opening Hours
When We're Open
Bar Food Serving Times
Food Hours
All opening hours shown are a guide and may vary depending on how busy we are, events and bank holidays. Call us to confirm.
Direct Booking
Staying in Diss? Book a Room Too
Park Hotel Diss guests enjoy convenient access to The Old Barrel Bar — just downstairs from your room.