Sunday Spring Garden

A classic, country pub

with boutique bedrooms near Bicester

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MUSSELS White wine & garlic cream, toasted sourdough

Eat & Drink

The Lion is home to the finest British fare for miles around. Our menu is packed full of fresh, seasonal dishes created using a fine blend of locally sourced ingredients and our culinary expertise.

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Celebrate

Do you have a special event on the horizon and hunting for help to host it? You’ve come to the right place. Our abode is the perfect venue infamous for throwing the best functions and celebrations near Bicester.

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Settle into our exquisite modern rooms, not only for the most enjoyable stay in Bicester but also for an experience that will make you want to come back again and again.

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Events & Entertainment

Winter Wonderland Package

Experience everything Bicester has to offer this winter from £175 per couple. Join us for a night in a cosy room, with a £40pp dinner allocation and a hearty breakfast. Available Sunday - Thursday until 9th March 2025. T&Cs apply.

BURELLA ON TOASTED SOURDOUGH Smoked harissa ketchup, rocket salad, balsamic pearls (V, VE)

2 Courses for £18.95 – Set Menu

Our set menu is back! Available at lunchtime from Monday to Friday, enjoy 2 delicious courses for £18.95 or treat yourself 3 courses for £22.95. Indulge in guest favourites like our oriental dumplings this January - who are you bringing?

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Thirsty Thursday

Every Week Thursday IS the new Friday...  Enjoy 25% off on bottles of Prosecco, South African sparkling wine, English sparkling wine, and Laurent-Perrier Champagne

Win a magnum of Laurent-Perrier this Valentine’s Day

Treat the one you love to special meal this Valentines Day week. Book your table at The Lion before the 31st January for your chance to win a magnum of Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé. 

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Six Nations

We're showing all the Six Nations games. There is no better place to be this rugby season. Whilst you watch why not treat yourself to a pint of gravity or two...

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Private Events at The Lion

Overflowing with quintessential Oxfordshire elegance, The Lion serves as a charming venue ideal for hosting exclusive private events. Delve into our array of event spaces and find the ideal setting for your special occasion.

Unique Private Spaces
360° walkthroughs
Exceptional set menus
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EAT & DRINK

Oxfordshire Comforts & Decadent Dishes

Our cosy and charming inn in Bicester welcomes you with a menu featuring flavourful dishes made from local produce, catering to a variety of tastes.

GRILLED FLATBREAD Marinated chicken Beetroot hummus, cous cous, greek yogurt, mixed leaf salad, pomegranate seeds

GIFTING

A Gift for
all Seasons

Give the gift of great food, tempting tipples & boutique rooms!
Gift cards can be redeemed in any Honeycomb House.
Available to purchase in all our houses or online.

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Really Lovely place

Room was beautiful and comfortable. The pub and restaurant are stunning in a gorgeous little village. Food was top notch. The staff were so polite and helpful and the manager went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Would strongly recommend this place.

Vikki