The Red Lion Newborough

Popped in here on the way home from work for a pint in the sweltering weather. I had heard about this place, had seen pictures from reviews that showed Bass on tap. So I was eager to have the opportunity to pop in. They have little on tap in terms of ales and no Bass. However, everything else is absolutely fine, a very fine village pub, staff are as friendly as you’d expect for a Staffordshire pub (which is usually pretty friendly), decent price on the pint of Pedi and some nice historical photos on the walls of the village. I reckon the food’s pretty good too looking at the menu. All you need really, just a shame about the lack of Bass. Just my opinion, but I wish there were more pubs in Staffordshire with Bass on tap, it’s all Pedi/Marston’s stuff and ales you’d see in any other pub in the country. Again, want to stress that’s just a personal nitpick, it’s really a very good village pub! 😊

I've often driven past the Red Lion in Newborough and thought "What a nice pub, we must visit." With Saturday night being date night, this was our destination of choice. As we had not booked in advance (highly recommended) and being busy, the welcoming bar room was our dining area. Drinks were ordered and the friendly and efficient service offered was exceptional. Before we could choose our food, a table in the restaurant had been made available. Being vegetarian/pescararian, there was a large selection on the menu (decisions, decisions!), including a vegan option. My choice of spiced halloumi was wonderful and my wife was happy to be able to choose a lighter version of fish and chips - with many meals on the menu offered as a smaller portion. Desert? Of course! Great drinks? Definitely? A warm welcome, attentive staff and a friendly atmosphere? Absolutely! Will we visit again? Guaranteed!