Red Lion Public House, Thatched pub in Avebury, England
Red Lion Public House is a thatched pub in the village of Avebury, England, listed as a Grade II building. The structure shows timber framing, thick old walls and low ceilings that are typical of English country pubs of this age.
The pub is believed to date from around 1802 and has welcomed generations of villagers and travelers since then. Over time, it has kept most of its original features, which contributed to it receiving its listed status.
The Red Lion is the only pub in the world that sits inside an ancient stone circle, giving it a place unlike any other village pub in England. Visitors drink and eat while surrounded by standing stones that have been there for thousands of years, which makes the experience feel unlike a typical stop.
The pub sits right in the village of Avebury, close to the stone circle, and is easy to reach on foot. Arriving early is a good idea in warmer months, as the outdoor garden area fills up quickly.
Inside the pub there is an old well, now covered by a glass top so that visitors can look straight down into it while sitting at their table. Local stories say a woman named Florrie was thrown into the well in the 17th century, and ghost tales connected to her have followed the pub ever since.
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