The Red Lion, Evesham

08/09/2026

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2026 Pass the Pigs World Champion, Isaac (left), pictured with the 2025 Champion Finn.

Full report: https://redlionevesham.co.uk/2026/09/08/2026-pass-the-pigs-world-championship/

Many thanks to the fifty-four entrants who travelled from as far as London just for the tournament, to Uley Brewery for all their support, fantastic b**r, and enthusiasm, and to Chipmumf for the fantastic trophy.

We'll be back, bigger and even better, in 2027... the ideas are already bubbling away.

08/09/2026

Singer / Songwriter night at The Red Lion tonight, Tuesday 8th September, hosted by the wonderful Jon. 8pm start — it's an open mic format, and we welcome songs, instrumentals, poetry & spoken word. No backing tracks though, please.

It's a really lovely, supportive, entertaining evening, with an eclectic mixture of experienced performers and people taking their first steps in songwriting.

06/09/2026

Perfect Sunday afternoon music today, 6th September. Join Keith Boulton from 4pm for a couple of hours of folksy rock/pop covers and, hopefully, an original or two if we can persuade him. Happiness and smiles guaranteed.

05/09/2026

We've got eleven ales on today here at The Red Lion, including seven from the brilliant Uley Brewery, as they join us for the 2026 Pass the Pigs World Championship, plus our usual porter / stout, pale, gluten free and mild offerings. Open from noon as usual.

— On the bar —
Hog’s Wallop, 5.2% Golden
Squeal of Fortune, 4.1% Golden
Uley Bitter, 4% Amber

Plus (at the time of writing): Bristol B**r Factory Milk Stout, two b**rs from Teme Valley, Talbot Blonde and This (both gluten free), North Cotswold Moreton Mild.

— Straight from the cask (by the piano) —
Pigs Ear, 5% Golden
Old Spot, 5% Ruby
Cheeky Swine, 4.8% Red
Reservoir Hogs, 3.8% Copper

Fancy a pint?

04/09/2026

*From the desk of the Grand Pigmeister*

Greetings, swines.

The 2026 Pass the Pigs World Championship is nearly upon us, taking place on Saturday 5th September at The Red Lion. We're incredibly excited about it, and are looking forward to an afternoon of general chaos, merriment, and fun, in the true Red Lion way.

Pig-Off will be around 12:30pm, and we'll choose a structure for the tournament depending on how many people turn up on the day. The games will be played as per normal Pass the Pig rules, but please note we will not be playing the Hog Call Variation.

We'll also have a few other bits of excitement going on for you, not to mention a fantastic seven Uley b**rs to try, along with our usual range of ales, la**rs, ciders, spirits, alcohol-free and soft drinks. And pork scratchings.

03/09/2026

Returning for a second year, this much-lauded event takes over the pub. Will you throw a leaning jowler or a razorback? A snouter or a trotter? Or will you just pig out? A coveted trophy, and bragging rights, for the winner.

We've also got a fantastic lineup of Uley Ales to sample, including Squeal of Fortune, Cheeky Swine, Reservoir Hogs, and Hog's Wallop.

Join us from 12:30pm. Sign up online to guarantee a place: https://redlionevesham.co.uk/event/pass-the-pigs-world-championship/

30/08/2026

It's a She Sings / She Writes showcase this afternoon, Sunday 30th August, at The Red Lion, with five great acts performing. 4–8pm.

28/08/2026

📢 Exciting news for Evesham!

We’re delighted to announce that Tom Doggett has been appointed as the new operator of Evesham’s markets.

Markets will continue to run on Tuesdays and Saturdays across the Market Square and High Street, with plans to grow and develop the market offer — starting with a vibrant Saturday market in the Market Square.

Tom said it was “an absolute honour” to take on a market with a history dating back to the eleventh century, and he’s excited about creating a thriving market that supports local traders, businesses and the wider community.

More information, including opportunities for traders, will be announced in September.

Here’s to an exciting new chapter for Evesham Market! 🥕✨
https://eveshamchartermarket.co.uk/

27/08/2026

We're very excited to be welcoming the Bleeding Hearts to The Red Lion tomorrow night, Friday 28th August. Playing punk/folk/rock, they're a roots-inspired bundle of energy, guaranteed to grab your attention, with a heady mix of ska, blues, and indie rhythms thrown in for good measure. 9pm, be there — this video will make you understand why.

The Bleeders have recorded some live videos of current tracks they ...

25/08/2026

Live jazz this evening, Tuesday 25th August, and every fourth Tuesday of the month, with Jazz Malfunction. Join Francis, Ben, Roy, and Lee for a night of cool tunes at The Red Lion. 8pm start.