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13/09/2026

🍽️ SUNDAY ROAST AT THE GOLDEN LION 🦁
Sunday calls for a proper roast! 😍
Come and enjoy our succulent lamb rump, perfectly cooked and served with all the trimmings. 🥩🥔🥕✨
Whether it’s a family lunch, catching up with friends, or simply treating yourself — make Sunday a little more special at the Golden Lion, St James’s.
🍷 Great food
🍺 Proper British pub
❤️ Good times
Book your table and make it a Sunday to remember!
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12/09/2026

🖤 SATURDAY AT THE GOLDEN LION 🖤
Meet one of the mysterious characters of the Golden Lion… 🧙‍♀️✨
Stepping straight out of our historic walls, she’s ready for a Saturday night in St James! From the theatre bar to the main bar, there’s always a story waiting to be told. 🍸🍻
Come and soak up the history, enjoy a proper British pub atmosphere, and make a few memories of your own.

📍 The Golden Lion, St James ✨ Where London life happens.
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11/09/2026

🥩🦐 HOW GOOD DOES IT GET? 🦐🥩
Our NEW Surf & Turf special has landed at The Golden Lion! 🔥
A succulent sirloin steak topped with juicy king prawns, served with a loaded jacket potato, crispy onion rings & fresh corn salsa. 🤤
Honestly… it doesn’t get much better than this!
Come and try our latest special before it’s gone! 🍽️✨
📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
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11/09/2026

🍺 CAMRA MEMBERS – THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! 🍺
From 16th September to 26th October, CAMRA members can enjoy 25% OFF our cask ale range at The Golden Lion! 🍻
And what better way to enjoy a perfectly kept pint than pairing it with one of our delicious mini pies or classic pie & mash? 🥧
Proper British pub food. Proper British ale. 🇬🇧
📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
🍺 25% off cask ale for CAMRA members
🥧 Available from 16th September – 26th October
Why not pop in, grab a pint and get stuck into a pie? 🍻🥧
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10/09/2026

🎄✨ Join us for our best Christmas yet! ✨🎄
Planning your Christmas party, office celebration or festive get-together? 🎅🥂
We have a fantastic selection of buffet menus, two-course and three-course festive options, with something to suit every celebration. 🍽️🎄
Bring your team, friends or family and celebrate the festive season with us at The Golden Lion. 🦁✨
🎁 Never too early to book! Christmas dates fill up quickly, so get your plans in early and make this your best Christmas yet!
📍 The Golden Lion, St James
🎅 Christmas Parties | Office Parties | Group Bookings | Festive Celebrations
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08/09/2026

🍽️ NEW SPECIALS ARE HERE! 🍽️
Something delicious for everyone at The Golden Lion! 😍
✨ STARTERS 🥢 Crispy Panko Tofu Salad
🍤 King Prawn Bruschetta – toasted ciabatta, chunky heritage tomato & avocado, topped with garlic-fried king prawns, chilli & coriander
🥩 MAINS 🐑 Succulent Lamb Rump – with spiced whipped feta, charred baby gem, peas, crispy potatoes & balsamic glaze
🥩 Sirloin Surf & Turf – sirloin steak topped with garlic-fried king prawns, spiced cheese sauce, loaded jacket potato & heritage tomato salad
🍰 DESSERTS 🍫 Loaded Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake
🍓 Raspberry & Pistachio Eton Mess
Come hungry and come try our new specials! 🤤❤️
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08/09/2026

NEW SPECIALS AT THE GOLDEN LION! 🍤
Fancy something fresh and full of flavour? Come and try our succulent King Prawns with guacamole bruschetta! 🥑🍤
Juicy king prawns, creamy guacamole and deliciously crisp bruschetta — the perfect combination for a light but seriously tasty bite. 🤤
Come and give our new specials a try! ❤️
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08/09/2026

NEW SPECIALS HAVE LANDED! 🍽️
Come and try one of our delicious new specials — our succulent Lamb Rump! 🤤🐑
Packed with flavour, beautifully cooked and ready to impress. It’s definitely one for the foodies! ❤️
📍 Come and give it a try at The Golden Lion.
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07/09/2026

🍺 Happy Monday! 🍺

Start the week the right way with a pint of our beautifully well-kept cask ale — proudly rated 5 Stars by Cask Marque ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Perfectly poured, perfectly conditioned and full of flavour. 🍻

Why not pop in and enjoy a proper pint at The Golden Lion? 🦁

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06/09/2026

🍽️ Sunday Roast at The Golden Lion! 🦁

Make your Sunday one to remember with our premium beef roast — tender, delicious and served with all the classic trimmings. 🤤🥩

Gather your friends and family, grab a table and let us take care of Sunday lunch.

Your Sunday deserves a proper roast. 🍽️🍺

📍 The Golden Lion, St James’s
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05/09/2026

🍹☀️ Capture the last of the summer! ☀️🍹
Make the most of those final summer vibes with one of our refreshing cocktails at The Golden Lion. From fruity favourites to classic serves, there’s still time for one last summer sip! 🌸🍸
📍 Join us at The Golden Lion, St James
🥂 Good drinks • Great food • Even better company
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03/09/2026

Fancy turning your pint into a prize? 👀🍺

With Guinness Lovely Drops, you could win merch, tickets & more 🎁

All you need to do:
🖤 Grab a Guinness
📸 Take a photo
📲 Upload it here: https://scnv.io/wuGQ

T&C's apply, 18+. See website for full details.

26/08/2026

Team Training Day 💪🦁
Today was all about investing in our team! 🙌 Our Golden Lion crew got together for some training, sharing ideas, building skills and making sure we continue to give our guests the best experience possible.
Proud of the team and everything we’re achieving together! ❤️
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25/08/2026

🍽️ Two hungry gents, two proper pub favourites! 😍🍺
Enjoying our signature Fish & Chips 🐟🍟 and our tasty Chicken & Bacon Burger 🍔🥓
Good food, cold drinks and great company — what more could you want? 🙌
📍Come and join us at The Golden Lion! 🦁
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24/08/2026

☕🍸 ESPRESSO MARTINI O’CLOCK! 🍸☕
Need a little pick-me-up? Our Espresso Martini is the perfect mix of rich coffee, smooth vodka and a touch of sweetness. 🤎
Come and enjoy one at The Golden Lion — because sometimes you need a cocktail and a caffeine hit! 😉
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23/08/2026

🍺 Sunday evening calls for a proper pint! 🇬🇧
Round off the weekend the right way with a perfectly poured pint of good old English ale at The Golden Lion. 🍻
Relax, unwind and enjoy a proper Sunday evening with us. Cheers to the weekend! 🦁
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21/08/2026

🚨 TEMPORARILY CLOSED TODAY 🚨
A quick heads-up, everyone! The Golden Lion will be temporarily closed today, Friday 21st August, as we have a private hire taking place.
🍻 We’ll be back open as usual tomorrow, Saturday 22nd August, and we can’t wait to welcome you back!
Thanks for your understanding ❤️
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19/08/2026

🍺 LONDON GLORY – A TRUE TASTE OF LONDON! 🇬🇧

Looking for a proper pint with plenty of character? Say hello to London Glory from Greene King. 🍻

Created by Greene King’s master brewers for the nation’s capital, this rich and fruity ale brings together sweet malt character, subtle toffee notes and a touch of roasted barley, balanced with classic herbal and resinous hop flavours. 🌿🍺

With a smooth, easy-drinking bitterness and a lovely malty sweetness, it’s a great match for proper British pub favourites — especially our fish & chips, pies and hearty dishes. 🍽️

Come and enjoy a perfectly poured pint of London Glory at The Golden Lion, St James’s. 🦁🍺

Rich. Malty. Fruity. Properly London.

19/08/2026

19/08/2026

🍺 LONDON GLORY – A TRUE TASTE OF LONDON! 🇬🇧

Looking for a proper pint with plenty of character? Say hello to London Glory from Greene King. 🍻

Created by Greene King’s master brewers for the nation’s capital, this rich and fruity ale brings together sweet malt character, subtle toffee notes and a touch of roasted barley, balanced with classic herbal and resinous hop flavours. 🌿🍺

With a smooth, easy-drinking bitterness and a lovely malty sweetness, it’s a great match for proper British pub favourites — especially our fish & chips, pies and hearty dishes. 🍽️

Come and enjoy a perfectly poured pint of London Glory at The Golden Lion, St James’s. 🦁🍺

Rich. Malty. Fruity. Properly London.

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17/08/2026

☕🍸 Espresso Martini o’clock!
Smooth, rich and perfectly chilled — because sometimes you need a little coffee with your cocktail! 😍
Come and treat yourself to an Espresso Martini at the Golden Lion. 🦁✨
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