The Red Lion

Bar, Eatery

High Street
Avebury, England, SN8 1RF
United Kingdom

01672 539266 | map
red-lion-pub-avebury.co.uk
PLACE STATS
Average:
4.68
Reviews:
1
Ratings:
3
pDev:
6.2%
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Ratings by drperm:
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Reviewed by drperm from Virginia

4.75/5  rDev +1.5%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4.5 | food: 5
The Red Lion in Avebury holds the distinction, of its own admission, of being the only pub in the world residing *inside* a Neolithic stone circle. That fact alone would probably make the place worth seeking out, and undoubtedly adds to its charm and mystique. However, even setting aside its unique and fascinating mise-en-scene, the Red Lion is a quintessential English pub that is well worth seeking out -- even as it is quite off the beaten path.

The building is commodious, comfortable, cozy, and inviting. Its spaciousness and multiple rooms could handle a sizable crowd; the day I visited (a Monday) our party of four was practically the only clientele in the place. The food is basic English fare, but GOOD, fresh, well-prepared pub fare -- the best fish & chips I've had at least between the Solent and the Humber.

The beer selection is not especially extensive, but everything available (cask, tap, or bottle) is of high quality. Local real ales predominate the lineup, and prices are competitive.

A pint of Greene King, a comfortable seat by a large window overlooking the long, late, cool Wiltshire summer sunset over the sheep-grazed Downs: I can think of few things finer, and few places finer to experience them.
Jul 15, 2011
More User Ratings:
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Rated by Sexmortus from Arizona

5/5  rDev +6.8%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 5 | food: 5
Best burger of my life was here. Incredible place.
Mar 30, 2016
 
Rated: 4.3 by HopBelT from Belgium

Jan 10, 2016
The Red Lion in Avebury, GB2, United Kingdom
Place rating: 4.68 out of 5 with 3 ratings