Book The Merrie Lion in Southam (Warwickshire), Warwickshire

The Merrie Lion dates back to at least 1710, operating as a traditional English Free House Pub. The hotel holds regular locally organized events, including a Sausage and Cider festival with live bands on both nights. Darts and live sport events are available in the pub, and the bar serves a wide selection of local ales, lagers, and decent wines.

Guest rooms are located in a separate building from the pub, ensuring quiet stays. Many rooms come with private outdoor spaces, such as a walled yard or patio area. All rooms include a seating area, flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a rainfall shower.

The restaurant offers an extensive range of locally sourced meals and drinks, with options like vegetable curry and full vegan English breakfast available on request. Breakfast is served at a chosen time and includes a full English cooked breakfast with freshly cooked produce. Evening meals feature a conventional menu with homemade dishes such as lasagne with chunks of beef and fresh catch of the day.

The Merrie Lion welcomes dogs with dedicated outdoor access and a secure walled yard attached to some rooms. The hotel provides dog-friendly walking routes through the surrounding countryside. Pets are allowed to stay in the room and access the pub's outdoor terrace.

The hotel offers accessible parking and fully accessible rooms with features such as emergency cord in bathroom, higher level toilet, lower bathroom sink, toilet with grab rails, and walk-in shower that does not flood. Free private parking is available on site for all guests. The property is allergy-free and provides hypoallergenic rooms on request.

History: 1710 traditional English Free House Pub

Rooms: Private outdoor spaces with walled yards

Dining: Locally sourced meals & vegan breakfast

Pet: Secure outdoor area for dogs

Accessibility: Fully accessible rooms with grab rails

Event: Regular Sausage and Cider festival with live bands