The Red Lion

20/06/2026

Just to make everyone aware, homophobia WILL NOT be tolerated, any instances of such, the people
Responsible will be barred, and any instances on our pages, will find the culprit blocked, are we perfectly clear!

19/06/2026

💅 💅 PONTE PRIDE 2026 QUEEN REVEAL #6 💅

Pontefract, get ready for a proper old-school showbiz moment. 🌈

QUEEN MARIE LA RAE is coming to town. 😱🔥

8 years on the drag stage. A powerhouse live vocalist. A panto and musicals queen through and through. Manchester’s very own “Tart with a Heart”

Marie blends classic glitz and glamour (think Lily Savage and Danny La Rue energy) with show stopping modern flair, and she’ll have the whole crowd singing along. 💃⚡

Camp, classy, and an absolute belter, Marie La Rae brings the kind of warmth and charisma that turns strangers into mates within minutes. 🎤👑

6 queens revealed. 1 more still to come. We’re saving the BEST for last. 👀

🗓️ Sat 25th July | The Red Lion | FREE | Doors 12PM | Cabaret 2PM
🎁 First 50 through the door get a goody bag 🎁

Who’s excited for Marie?! Drop a 💅 below 👇🌈

📸 | 👍 The Red Lion

17/06/2026

🌦️ FORCAST FOR THIS SATURDAY… 🌦️

So, the weather hasn’t exactly been playing ball so far… That’s the British weather for you! 🇬🇧

But fear not — This Saturday’s forecast is looking 🌞😎🍻🍷There’s 100% chance of party vibes at The Enchanted Garden Party! 🌿✨

Supplying the soundtrack and bringing the vibes outside…
AZ
🎧 Kenny D
🎧 Lee Osborne
🎧 Mr Wood

Inside…
🎧 DJ Simon

Also expect:
🍹 Ice cold drinks at the ready
🔥 The best atmosphere in town
🕺 Dancing and good vibes from

Round up the gang and get yourselves down! 😎💥

📍 The Red Lion | Saturday | 4PM | Free Entry

📸 | 👍 The Red Lion

17/06/2026

Weekend Bar Staff
📍 The Red Lion

We are looking for friendly, reliable people to join our team!

✅ Requirements
• Must be 18 years or over (licensing regulations)
• Previous bar experience preferred, but full training provided
• Good customer service skills and a positive attitude

🗓 Hours & Start
• Weekend shifts
• Immediate start available

💷 Pay
• Meets the UK National Minimum Wage

📩 To apply
Please send your details or CV to:
[email protected]

16/06/2026

16/06/2026

We just love to see all our lovely customers enjoying themselves, there is nothing more satisfying than knowing together we can throw a party!

We know it’s only Tuesday but we are so ready for the weekend!

See you all on the dance floor 🪩

14/06/2026

💅 PONTE PRIDE 2026 QUEEN REVEAL #5 💅

Pontefract, brace yourselves. 🌈

QUEEN TONYA KNEEZ is coming to town. 😱🔥

A FunnyBoyz Liverpool icon. A cabaret powerhouse. A live music host with the voice and the sass to match. She’s been wowing crowds across Liverpool’s legendary drag scene and now she’s bringing that big hair, big glam, bigger personality energy to The Red Lion this July. 💃⚡

Bold, brassy and built for a stage, Tonya Kneez is the kind of queen who walks in and instantly owns the room. 🎤👑

5 queens revealed. 2 more still to come. The lineup just keeps getting better. 👀

🗓️ Sat 25th July | The Red Lion | FREE | Doors 12PM | Cabaret 2PM
🎁 First 50 through the door get a goody bag 🎁

Who’s ready for Tonya?! Drop a 💅 below 👇🌈

📸 | 👍 The Red Lion

13/06/2026

🌸 THE ENCHANTED GARDEN PARTY IS LIVE 🌸

Pontefract, we are HERE for it. 🦋✨ The garden’s in full bloom, the flamingos are out, and the vibes are already immaculate.

And it’s about to get even better, DJ NEIL KEMP takes over the decks from 8PM! 🎧🔥 Original Soulboy through and through, Neil’s bringing the soul, funk and feel good classics to get everyone up and dancing. 💃🕺

Doors are open NOW until 11PM, free entry, and the garden is looking absolutely magical. 🌺💫

Grab your drinks, grab your dancing shoes, and get yourselves down here! This one’s not to be missed! 🍹🦩

📸 | 👍 The Red Lion

13/06/2026

🚨Bit of a hiccup, our delivery hasn’t made it on site today as they couldn’t get access onto the precinct so draught is running low for now. Don’t worry though, we’ve still got bottles and spirits galore! Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for sticking with us 🍻