Before the English Civil War, this historic coaching inn was established. There is a traditional tavern, a restaurant, and accommodation with free Wi-Fi overlooking the town green just 3 miles from Banbury.
What style cuisine is on offer at The Red Lion?
Formerly a bakehouse and brewery, the restaurant today serves superb English and continental food. The chilly caves and stone vaults serve traditional ales and exquisite wines.
What are the rooms and facilities on offer at The Red Lion?
Many ancient characteristics, such as old wood beams and stone fireplaces, can still be found in the Red Lion. Each room includes a television, a stereo, tea/coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
What can guests enjoy when staying in the Banbury area?
There is lots to see and do in this charming region of North Oxfordshire. Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden, an English Heritage site, is a Grade I listed building and a Scheduled Monument. For almost 900 years, it has played a crucial role in historical power battles. Since the 11th century, mediaeval Warwick Castle has existed above the River Avon. It's now an intriguing destination brimming with things to see and do. Blenheim Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a beautiful palace and grounds steeped in English history. It's a terrific day trip, and it's the birthplace of Winston Churchill, as well as the Spencer family seat for years. Upton House and Gardens, managed by the National Trust, is a superb 16th-century Warwickshire country estate.
