Red Lion

02/11/2026

There's no better way to spend your Monday evening than joining us at The Red Lion for our fantastic Quiz Night! 🧠

We're kicking off tonight from 8pm, so gather your friends, get those thinking caps on and come and enjoy a brilliant evening with us!

Even better, all proceeds go to the incredible Lighthouse Charity, supporting women and children who have experienced domestic abuse. ❤️

Teams of up to 6
£2.50 per person
Tonight from 8pm

Come along, have some fun, test your knowledge and support a wonderful local cause. Every penny makes a difference!

We look forward to seeing you!

01/11/2026

A little something exciting is coming to The Red Lion!

We’re delighted to announce that our brand-new menu launches on 11th November!

We’ve been busy behind the scenes, and we can’t wait for you to discover what’s new.
From delicious new bar snacks and some much-loved favourites to tempting new dishes and scrumptious desserts, there’s plenty to get excited about!

Whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, a bite with friends or a lovely evening meal, we’re sure there’ll be something to tempt your taste buds.

Keep your eyes peeled… we can’t wait to welcome you and hear what you think!

01/11/2026

SUNDAYS ARE MADE FOR ROAST DINNERS!

Out and about in lovely Woodbridge today? Why not pop in and let us take care of Sunday lunch!

Join us at The Red Lion for a delicious traditional roast, with a choice of beef, chicken, pork loin or our wild mushroom pie.

Served with all the traditional trimmings, golden roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, seasonal vegetables and plenty of delicious gravy. And who could resist a little cauliflower cheese on the side?

Not in the mood for a roast? Our menu has plenty of other hearty pub favourites to enjoy.

Bring the family, catch up with friends and enjoy a relaxed Sunday in our traditional pub.

Food served until 8pm

Good food, good company and a warm welcome always await.

31/10/2026

What an incredible team we have! Still looking for plans this evening?
Come and join us from 8pm for our Masquerade Party!

30/10/2026

We've been mixing up a storm ready for Halloween!!!

Come and try our special cocktails and shots on Saturday!

Two cocktails for £12 and two shots for £6.50

30/10/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN TOMORROW! 👻🎃

The spooky season is nearly upon us, and we're getting ready for a fantastic day of Halloween fun here at The Red Lion! 🕸️

Whether you're bringing the little monsters along or getting dressed up for an evening of Halloween mischief, we've got something for everyone!

🧙‍♀️ CHILDREN'S HALLOWEEN PARTY | 2–5PM

A spooktacular afternoon filled with crafts, games, a Halloween disco and prizes for the best dressed! Plenty of fun for our little ghosts and ghouls.

🖤 MASQUERADE BALL | FROM 8PM

Time to bring out those costumes and mysterious masks! DJ Lewis will be setting the scene with fantastic tunes!

So gather your friends, get those costumes ready and come and celebrate Halloween with us!

We can't wait to see you all! 🦇

30/10/2026

🍻 History, quality and community spirit all under one roof.

A huge congratulations to The Sportsman Inn in Carlisle on being crowned City Pub of the Year by Solway CAMRA.

For centuries, The Sportsman has been at the heart of Carlisle's pub scene, and today it continues to set the standard. From perfectly kept cask ales and delicious home-cooked food to the warm welcome that greets every customer, the team consistently delivers the kind of experience that keeps people coming back.

Its reputation speaks for itself. Alongside previous honours such as Winter Pub of the Season, The Sportsman has earned regular recognition in the CAMRA Good B**r Guide and remains one of the city's most loved traditional pubs.

This latest award celebrates the passion, hard work and dedication of the entire team, who continue to preserve the pub's rich heritage while making it a thriving destination for b**r lovers and the local community alike.

👏 Congratulations to our Publican, Amanda Picken, and everyone at The Sportsman Inn on another fantastic achievement.

27/10/2026

WOW 🔥

This has been such an honour to be a part of!

Huge thanks to Coca-Cola for championing community leaders around the UK and for picking our very own Simon Dafforn-jones as Local Royalty!

It was a privilege to have portrait artist to royalty, Jamie Coreth, capture Simon in his natural habitat, the FBI.

Read more here 👇🏼

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/pub-landlord-given-royal-treatment-37812329

27/10/2026

There’s something rather special about a proper pie, a generous helping of gravy and a cosy evening.

Join us Tonight from 5pm at The Red Lion, for our delicious Pie Night!

Choose from our scrumptious British pies, including:

Steak & Butcombe Ale
chicken & Ham Hock
Cheese and onion
Wild Mushroom Bourguignon

And for the perfect finishing touch? Your choice of creamy mash or golden skin-on chips, seasonal vegetables and rich, delicious gravy.

Just £12 per pie!

Whether you’re joining us after a busy day, catching up with friends or simply fancy a little midweek comfort food, we’ll have a warm welcome waiting for you.

Good food, good company and a proper pub atmosphere — what more could you ask for?

Call us on 01394 548327 to book your table.

We look forward to welcoming you!

24/10/2026

As the autumn chill settles over Woodbridge, there’s no better time to step inside The Red Lion, where the fire is lit, the welcome is warm, and there’s always a little something to look forward to.

Whether you’re popping in after a stroll along the Thoroughfare, catching up with friends, or simply fancy escaping the cold for a while, we’ve got just the place for you!

Hearty, comforting food to warm the soul.
Timothy Taylor Landlord and a guest ale waiting at the bar.
Cocktails, two for £12.
A lovely selection of wines and drinks, including alcohol-free options.
And, of course, a cosy spot by the fire!

So let the wind blow you in, leave the drizzle at the door, bring your favourite people (and your four-legged friends 🐾), and come and get cosy with us.

Good food, good company, a glowing fire and a warm welcome await.

20/10/2026

At Punch, we're proud to see young talent thrive across our pubs and support teams. From first jobs to leadership roles, remains one of the UK's greatest industries for developing skills, building confidence and creating rewarding careers.

That's why we're backing a hospitality-wide call to Government ahead of the Budget, championing the sector's ability to create jobs and opportunities for young people.

Hear Harry Bourne's story and why he's proud to support this message.

19/10/2026

🎄 CHRISTMAS AT THE RED LION, WOODBRIDGE 🎄

Christmas is a time for wonderful food, cherished company and making memories with those who matter most. ❤️

This year, why not leave the cooking and washing up to us and let us take care of you?

Join us at The Red Lion, for a truly special Christmas celebration filled with delicious food, festive cheer and our usual warm, welcoming service. 🥂

🎄 Christmas Day – £95 per person
Enjoy three delicious courses, a glass of fizz on arrival and a tempting selection of dishes, from traditional roast turkey with all the trimmings to slow-roasted lamb, Gressingham duck and a beautiful plant-based Wellington. And of course, there are some indulgent puddings to finish! 🍽️

✨ Festive dining – from 18th November
Gather your friends, family or colleagues and enjoy our festive two-course menu for £29.95 or three courses for £33.95. With seasonal favourites, tempting alternatives and delicious desserts, there’s plenty to look forward to.

Whether you're planning a family get-together, a festive lunch with friends or a special Christmas Day treat, we'd love to welcome you.

❤️ Let us make your Christmas deliciously memorable.

📞 Call us on 01394 548327 or visit our website to explore the menus and book your table.

Bookings are now being taken, so gather your favourite people and secure your festive table!

🎄🥂

18/10/2026

🍂 A SUNDAY WELL SPENT AT THE RED LION 🍂

There’s something rather special about a Sunday in Woodbridge… a stroll along the beautiful River Deben, a wander through the Thoroughfare, or simply taking a little time to relax and enjoy the weekend. ❤️

And what better way to round it off than with a traditional, hearty Sunday roast at The Red Lion? 🍽️

Join us for a delicious roast, with your choice of tender beef, succulent chicken, pork loin or our wild mushroom pie, all served with those much-loved traditional trimmings.

Whether you’ve been out for a crisp autumn walk, exploring our lovely town, or simply fancy a break from the kitchen, we’ll have a warm welcome waiting for you.

Gather your family, bring your friends, and let us take care of Sunday lunch while you sit back, relax and enjoy the pub atmosphere. 🍻

Good food, good company and a proper Sunday roast — we look forward to welcoming you!

07/10/2026

Britain’s pubs are worth up to £30 billion in wellbeing value to communities across the UK. But rising costs and high taxes are putting pressure on pubs that bring people together.

This Week of Action, join the campaign today and tell your MP to keep pubs open and pints affordable.

https://www.longlivethelocal.pub/letter 🍍

25/09/2026

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones filmed 🎥 a promo for her new film, Sense and Sensibility in our Canonbury pub, The Marquess Tavern for Vogue 🥰

The team at Vogue were searching for a shooting location that oozes class, was timeless and in-keeping with the theme of the movie... so where else were they going to film?! 😏

Take a look at the promo - Daisy is in character as Elinor Dashwood throughout!

Sense and Sensibility hits cinemas TODAY! 🎬Why not pop into The Marquess Tavern to wash down your popcorn! 🍿🍷

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22/09/2026

We're on board, are you?

Join thousands backing Britain's pubs and breweries.

www.longlivethelocal.pub ❤️🍺

21/09/2026

This pub is a gem! 💎

The Wig & Mitre in Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter has reopened following a £100k investment. ⛪

Anne-Marie and Paul Balcomb have taken on the 14th century pub... "We’re thrilled to take control of such an iconic pub and can’t wait to meet all of our wonderful guests" ❤️

📷 Courtesy of Tory McTernan

17/09/2026

Welcome to The Buck Inn 🦌

New Management Partner Adrian McShane-Chapman has taken over the Thornton-le-Dale pub following a whopping £490k investment 🤑

🗨️ “I arrived in the UK 22 years ago from Australia, armed with just a backpack and no real plan... I’ve dipped in and out of hospitality over that time but the fire inside me to run my own pub burned bright.” - Adrian

If you're in Yorkshire, pay Adrian and his team a visit and check out this stunning pub for yourselves. 🤩

15/09/2026

Rory takes the keys to the refurbished Cross Keys pub in Nottingham! 🗝️

Our new Management Partner Rory Calladine has taken the reins at the popular city centre pub following a £100,000 investment.

🗨️"I was instantly drawn to the pub and as soon I discovered it was available in a partnership with Punch, I jumped at the chance." 🍍

Regular guests at The Cross Keys will instantly notice the pub’s traditional feel and special characteristics have been retained throughout but that a complete refresh has taken place. 💫

11/09/2026

We have reopened the Keyworth Tavern following a quarter-of-a-million refurbishment 🔥

The Keyworth pub in Nottingham, run by our Management Partner John Francis, had been closed for 5 weeks while we tore out the bar, stripped the pub back and replaced everything with new, modern furnishings. 🤩

Great work by everyone involved in the transformation 🥂

03/09/2026

We're quite fond of it too, Prime Minister! The Dog House

28/08/2026

Our Publican Beth at The Beeswing Inn 2013 has raised circa £250K for charity 😍 so if you're in the area this weekend, pop in and enjoy the music, food and drink!

Well done Beth!! 🥳

The Beeswing in East Cowton is hosting its 13th ‘Glastonbury’ festival to raise money for end of life care at a nearby hospital.

27/08/2026

Newly married couple Gareth and Jamie Furness have take the over The Bay Horse Inn in Pickering. 🔔

The pub has received a £400,000 investment and Gareth says it has been very well received by locals. 😃

“We are seeing more locals returning to the pub, faces that haven't been seen here for many years and we are seeing them on a regular basis... The refurb has really put The Bay Horse Inn back on the map and firmly at the heart of the Pickering community.” ❤️

Well done to everyone involved in this brilliant transformation 👏