the old red lion

Hotels
8.8 (490 reviews)
The Old Red Lion North Brewham , Bruton , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent food
Friendly staff
Cons:
Confusion on arrival

Categories

Cleanliness
8.81
Multiple mentions of cleanliness including 'very clean' and 'spotlessly clean.'
Service
8.98
Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.92
Described as beautiful countryside with incredible views.
Room Quality
8.67
Rooms are noted as comfortable and spacious.
Amenities
8.5
Amenities are good but noted lack of drink options at the bar.
Value for Money
8.76
Very good value for money mentioned in multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Widely praised food, including exceptional breakfasts and well-prepared meals.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall positive experiences with mentions of willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:42

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Bruton

Convenient Location: Situated just 19 km from Longleat Safari Park and 20 km from Longleat House, the old red lion offers a central location for exploring the area.

Comfortable Rooms: Each room at the hotel is thoughtfully equipped with a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even boast picturesque mountain views.

Family-Friendly: With the availability of family rooms, the old red lion is perfect for a getaway with your loved ones.

Experience a delightful stay at the old red lion in Bruton. Book now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 490 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.81
Service: 8.98
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Nicholas • extended_group • iq
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Pros:

Its an abandoned pub that clearly has little future as successful business as it currently stands

Cons:

Its demolition / refurbishment project only

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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sally • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Loll's music • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The view

Cons:

Very hot room

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Marta Jus • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely place to stay

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • gb
10
Beautiful place, fantastic food and great staff
Pros:

The staff were so friendly

Cons:

Mosquitoes

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Celia • couple • gb
10
So convenient for visiting relatives. We’ll be back!
Pros:

Breakfast was delicious more than adequate. Very accommodating when we had extras round for brekky at the last minute,

Cons:

The bedside light pull switch didn’t work. However the fan in the bedroom was really appreciated in the heatwave.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Carole • couple • gb
7
The location was just right for the purpose of our stay
Pros:

View from the breakfast room

Cons:

The bar was very dark

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Maxine • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Overall service, friendliness of staff, facilities and location was beyond our expectations. Would definitely stay there again when visiting the local area.

Cons:

Nothing to add

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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samuel • extended_group • gb
9
Nice, room with a view, chilled and quiet stay.
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jacqui • couple • gb
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • gb
10
Gen of a find
Pros:

The Old Red Lion was a gem of a find, the food was of an excellent standard, the accommodation was very clean and comfortable. Our stay was very quiet and relaxing.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • de
9
Pros:

Sehr gutes Frühstück. Das Abendessen schmeckte hervorragend. Parkplatz vorhanden.
Ländliche Lage mit guter Aussicht.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Ray • couple • gb
9
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
10
Location is amazing, the hosts are very accommodating. The photos on Booking.com don’t do it justice.
Pros:

Location was great and the hosts were very accommodating.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
9
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Marion • couple • gb
10
We had a great stay at The Old Red Lion including a first class tasty breakfast
Pros:

Lovely comfortable bedroom with a view of the surrounding countryside
The Old Red Lion has a very quaint old bar with an adjoining light & airy restaurant.
We had a great evening meal there & the breakfast was excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • it
10
One of the most memorable of our stay in England.
Pros:

Ann and Tom were wonderful hosts. We loved the garden in the late afternoon looking over fields, shared with ducks and cows. The pub and company were fabulous and the food was delicious. The views from the dining room added to the charm.

Cons:

Bed was a little small.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee