The Lion in South Northamptonshire

My family and I were invited here for a get-together with relatives. It was my first visit to the White Lion and my impressions were positive from start to finish. Not only was the quality of the food top-notch, but the quantity of it was impressive as well. Nobody in our party had any complaints about anything. I sincerely hope I'll get a chance to return to Wicken and this fine pub in the near future.

A really lovely traditional English pub. The landlord is very welcoming and made us feel at home. The landlady is the excellent chef making very good food. We will look forward to returning soon.

A hidden gem and a wonderful example of a dying breed The White Lion offers everything you would expect of a traditional British pub. Great food and drink, a friendly welcome, character (and characters) by the bucket load and a genuine sense of being at the heart of its local community. Highly recommended

This is a true local's pub. There was live music on, which was great. The landlady is a lovely, friendly lady, and the young waitress is a lovely girl. We felt that the menu was fairly limited (particularly the lack of vegetarian starters and cold desserts), but the food is cooked fresh and you can see through to the kitchen.

Lovely old-fashioned pub and a friendly and warm welcome, very good portions and the gammon and chips were excellent. We will be back with our friends again.

Lovely old fashioned pub, heart warming decor, very generous food portions and friendly accommodating staff. The rustic chips were superb, the gammon very tender, the side salad plentiful and the fruit crumble ... I still talk about it!

We are due to move in to the village so thought we’d try the pub.Easy to book, let us to the table early. Good choice of drinks and friendly landlord.Can recommend hunters chicken and the rigatoni. Fast service and good quality ingredients. Our dog was made welcome and the land lady bought him treats.It took us ten minutes to get from our table to the car as so many friendly people were talking.Thank you for the delicious food- we can’t wait to come back.

We visited this pub recently and what a great welcome we had,such a friendly pub and village, and the food and service was impeccable! We can highly recommend a visit and we hope to return soon.

Lovely pub, friendly staff, good grub! We visited The White Lion as its in the next village from us and thought we would give it a try, we were not disappointed. Very welcoming landlord, the place was spotless and clearly set up well for covid rules. Service was swift and I had the mussels as a starter EXCELLENT! The lasagne as main was lovely as well we were too stuffed for pudding. Overall a really good find for us and we will definitely return! Great local pub thanks guys!

We booked a table for Monday 10th August to take advantage of ‘Eat out to help out’. Such friendly staff and delicious food - with a one way system for social distancing. We loved it so much we have booked a table for next week!

This was our first time at the Wicken Pub and it was a wonderful experience! Really kind, helpful and attentive staff. Incredibly yummy food!! Catered to vegan needs, a 1 year old and a very fussy eater. If you love Sticky Toffee Pudding you will seriously enjoy this dessert here! As a family we would love to go back again as we were extremely satisfied.

Visited today with our children, lovely pub with excellent food, highly recommended. Sticky toffee pudding was absolutely delicious and main meals enjoyed by all of us. Very clear social distancing in place, felt very safe and so nice to be able to go out and eat again.

Popped in for a lunchtime drink, the landlord made me feel really welcome, ended up ordering a Sunday beef roast which was lovely, so much on the plate I took some beef back for the dogs. A nice village pub 👍🏻

This is our favourite pub. Freindly, pet freindly, excellent food, great service. A lovely country pub with a proper fire. The meal we had in the restaurant was outstanding. The blade of beef melted in the mouth. Very satisfying portions!!! John and Viv work very hard to make this place incredibly welcoming, fun and the heart of the village.

Joined family and friends for a Sunday lunch, lovely roast dinner and relaxing afternoon, highly recommend.

Visited for mid-week supper and not disappointed. Lovely atmosphere, comfy seats in front of an open fire; perfect welcome. Had a bottle of wine, Rib Eye Steak Dinner, Sticky Toffee Pudding to die for! All served by a very cheery and chatty landlord. Extremely welcoming and friendly but also gave us just enough space and time needed. We were asked at the end of our meal if they could bring their dogs in and we readily agreed (we love dogs). it was nice that they asked as not everyone likes dogs of course.

Our first visit. The beef was plentiful and tasty; 'real' roast potatoes; plenty of delicious gravy and 2 Yorkshire puddings! My only criticism is the very small plates left no room for the selection of freshly cooked vegetables which were served separately.Feeling full, we retired to the comfy seating area in front of a log fire to have another drink. We will definitely return.

Nice little pub! Sunday lunch was spot on. Did just what it said on the tin and the staff were helpful and accommodating. Apparently SatNav takes you to a house just down the road!

Came here for lunch today. Made to feel welcome. We had the roast lunch which, as ever, was delicious.. Can’t fault this place. Love it.

We ate in the extension last time, but this time it was dark outside, it's lovely with the lights in the spirit bottles. The food was very nice, the young waitress was friendly and polite and it was a lovely evening.

Excellent Sunday roast, good service, nice ambience, very enjoyable lunch time would definitely visit again

Third visit here and absolutely love it. Service and food excellent. John a very welcoming landlord and Viv so pleasant. All our plates were empty. Will be back soon.

Went here for a family celebration.

Having popped in for a quick pint some time ago, we were made to feel very welcomed. We have been back a few times since and it has now become our local even though its further than our nearest pub. John and Viv always chat to those that drink or eat and everything is as you would imagine a village pub to be. Warm, friendly and excellent food and drink.

John and Viv are very welcoming, and happy to have a chat, as are the locals. The food is excellent, the rustic fries are amazing, I had sea bass fillets which were cooked to perfection. If you're not a dog lover, don't be put off by any mention of being dog friendly, they aren't allowed where you are eating (unlike some places). This was our second visit, and certainly won't be our last!

A rather unusual experience of entering a proper locals pub and not being stared at like I'm somekind of alien. The locals were lovely, the landlord and landlady were excellent, the decor was absolutely beautiful, comfortable, clean and welcoming, but, I went in for food and a beer, the Scallops were some of the best I've ever had in the UK and the fish main was perfect. Well done to everyone including the locals for a nice relaxing time by the beautiful open fire.

I arranged for my walking group to have lunch here. We were able to pre order and use the facilities before the walk. The landlord was welcoming and friendly and ready for us. We were back for lunch which was served promptly. There were a variety of dishes and all were presented very well and delicious to eat. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and portion size. The pub is delightful in side. Thank you so much. Highly recommended.

We all really enjoyed our food, great choice, and the staff were friendly. The pub/restaurant was very welcoming and had a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Unfortunately the bill was wrong, it wasn’t itemised and it took a while to sort out. The staff did take this on board and it got sorted, but it’s a shame when this happens. We find this happening often at other places we eat at and it becomes a bit of a nuisance. This wouldn’t put us off returning.

Took my mother-in-law out for Sunday lunch as it was her Birthday. The food was excellent, proper home cook with local ingredients, including the meat from the Butchers a few miles away.

First time visiting the lovely village of Wicken, near Milton Keynes. We were over on a visit from the U.S. visiting our friends Sue and William and their dog Harry. I can’t say enough about the owners, John and Viv and how welcome they and the locals made us feel. I even was taken on a horse and cart around the village, such a thrill. Viv’s cooking was so good, my salmon was cooked perfectly and all our dishes were so tasty and good. When John saw my I phone was low in battery he instantly said, hey let me charge that for you and he plugged it in to his charger at the bar.

We had lunch here and loved it. The Seafood Platter for 2 was delicious, and filling. The Apple Pie, and Banana Split salted caramel was filling. Will go back again for sure. Even to say hello to Mr Tickle the parrot.

Quaint child & dog friendly village pub with lovely atmosphere. Our 4yr old grandson loves visiting there with us, as landlord/lady John & Viv always make him welcome. Lovely garden with play house and toys to keep children entertained. Fabulous home cooked food and a good selection of beers. Well worth a visit.

My wife and I together with a friend stopped here for lunch today . It was top quality. The landlord was friendly and so welcoming. A pity more places weren’t like this .

What a lovely place! Catered very well for children and dogs..such a friendly welcome and nothing was too much trouble. As for the food...first class! Thankyou guys and Hope to see you next year 😁

Lovely enclosed pub garden, great for small children. Friendly owners,came out and offered us toys from the wendy house for our son (who thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon). Lovely pimms too. We will definitely be back!

Lovely village pub that has improved massively thanks to the hard work of John and Viv since they took over a couple of years ago.

John and Val could not be better hosts. Very warm and welcoming learned our names within 5 minutes. Great food, lovely atmosphere, very dog friendly and locals very friendly. Would highly recommend the Sunday Roasts.

Please don't be deceived by the beer garden with garden toys in it. This pub is strictly NOT child friendly. I joined a couple of friends there for a bank holiday pint and made the mistake of taking my kids with me. John, the landlord, clearly can't be around children. He spat his dummy over our kids playing a little loudly in the garden. To be clear, we had the garden to ourselves and were disturbing nobody (except John, clearly). He announced that he'd already had to "tell them off for riding their bikes in the car park", and that "if I didn't control them they weren't welcome". Don't worry John, we won't darken your door again. Such a shame, because aside from the management, it's a decent village pub.

Came here for a surprise birthday bash for an old friend, beautiful location, easy to find. Very friendly staff, great selection of beers and wines and the food was delicious, the roast beef was succulent and perfectly cooked, the ham was also fantastic. I wish I lived closer, I'd be here every week if I could. I'll definitely be back, just not as often as I'd like.

I can’t recommend this pub highly enough it has everything from the warm welcome you get from John the landlord to the stunning roast cooked by Viv. 8 of us enjoyed a stunning roast dinner here today, with a choice of 3 meat options the portion sizes were very generous, plenty of veg, amazing roast potatoes & a huge homemade Yorkshire pudding. I would also suggest you finish it off with the syrup pudding and custard....yummm. Excellent service and great value. We will definitely be eating here again.

A group of us held a catch up at the pub. The food was great and the staff were excellent and friendly. We had a buffet lunch which was plentiful and a vast range, all for a reasonable price. The beers are great as well.

Friedly warm greeting by land lady and landlord. Greate wine and beer selection. Superb decor of a modern country pub but homely and characterful unlike pub chains. Sunday lunch was delicious, perfectly cooked and presented.

There were six of us for dining and we had prebooked our meals from the Christmas menu.

The White Lion represents my ideal of a country pub. It's cosy and warm with low lighting, a buzz of conversation, rustic but tasteful décor and cheery staff. The beers included two of Cornwall's finest session ales - Doombar and Tribute. As for food, the menu is quite traditional - you might say 'pub grub' but that could give the wrong impression. This is well cooked, fresh and generously proportioned.

This little gem of a pub, out in the countryside of the beautiful, unspoilt little village of Wicken, The White Lion boasts a large bar with a cosy seated area to the far side of it. Also a lounge like area with tables, for pub food and a dining area in which to enjoy dinner from their gastro menu. There are a good range of beers and beverages, and the food, which ranges from pub favourites, like fish and chips, to pies and lamb shanks and the like. Very nicely done and good value for money. The bar area is pet friendly and they have their own very friendly little parakeet tucked in a corner. There's a nostalgic tone to the decor that harps back to old agriculture. Surrounded by farmland and horse fields, I'm sure this is a nod to the history of the surroundings for this charming little pub. There is also a small open fire which is often on in the winter, adding to the cosiness. I have been a few times, and have forgotten to write a review. Though it has changed hands several times over the years I have popped in on occasion, the hospitality of the owners and staff is never disappointing and the food and drink has always been of a very good standard. My recent visit was just as pleasing, and I mean to revisit more often.

There is a small restaurant area, the menu isn't large, but it has a good mix of traditional and more unusual dishes. The food was excellent, and the staff were friendly. I would recommend highly, and will certainly return as it's quite difficult to find decent pubs in the area.

John and Viv are always friendly and a great atmosphere in the pub. The beer is always fresh and well looked after. The food is great Pub food and priced well for a regular visit.

Fantastic Sunday lunch with brilliant service, friendly locals. Couldn't ask for more from a country pub! Been here a few times now and every time you get a warm welcome and great atmosphere, it's in a great location and John and Viv are lovely people, always friendly and the food is amazing. Definitely would recommend it to anyone who's looking for a great place to eat or drink. Can't wait for my next visit.

Esta fue nuestra 2ª visita aquí y en ambas ocasiones, no nos decepcionó.

Un agradable pub país, anfitriones amables y buena comida. La comida era abundante y muy bien preparada. Nos sorprendió que no había cervezas locales, pero aquellos que tenían eran buenas.

Vivimos a pocas millas de distancia, y me hubiera gustado que estábamos más cerca. Encantador, limpio pub local con el propietario simpático, buen vino y cerveza. Un menú de opciones, pero que están bien preparados con ingredientes de calidad. Tuvimos,

We visited here recently for food as we were staying nearby. A good menu choice with specials on a blackboard. Standard pub offerings as well as some less usual dishes such as venison. Food was excellent, especially the puddings! Real ales and some decent wine too. Staff were very pleasant and friendly as were the locals who were drinking at the bar. Would recommend this place if you are in the area.

Great place for food & drinks! Friendly management & staff. We love it here!!!! Will definitely go back again and again and again.........

Great pub with wonderful Sunday roast and a really friendly atmosphere - perfect for families with really pleasant bar staff. Highly recommend!

Having a restaurant, horsey and dog walkers areas. Neatly laid out with a large open plan bar, great for propping up and chatting with the locals

Located in the lovely village of Wicken and whilst nothing special to look at from the outside, it is a fabulous little local pub inside. We have had drinks several times and it has been a friendly reception each time. In winter the fire is fantastic. We ate there recently and the food was very nice and good value. Great pub food served with care and enthusiasm.

Wonderful village based pub with a restaurant to die for ! Huge welcome, great beer, superb atmosphere, excellent food, reasonable prices, what more do you want ??

Did visit here once before in December and we enjoyed it. We not really local but thought wd drive over for a change. We werent disappointed! Lovely pub. Nice atmosphere,friendly staff and great decor. All our meals were superb! Delicious!! Coffee is great value. Instead of one cup at end of meal we actually had a whole pot of fresh coffee to share given to us! Got 3 cups each. If I am going to have any criticism at all it would be the fact that the bill isnt itemised! Just receive final hand written total to pay. We would prefer to see breakdown...have been charged in other places in past for drinks etc we not had. Have to trust payment requested is correct. Very unusual system in this day and age of technology. Apart from that was a lovely night. Well done all We will.def be back

It's been quite some time since our last visit but had heard the White Lion was under new owners.Wow have to say the food was superb. I had lasagna which was one of the best ever followed by Rasberry and White chocolate bread and butter pudding which was an absolute dream. Prices were very reasonable. Definitely will be going back, maybe on a Sunday to sample the traditional roast, which I have also heard are fantastic

We are so lucky to have a great pub in our village when so many others are going under. Warm welcome from John and Viv, great pub food, well-kept beer and reasonable, if modest, choice of wines. If you're coming at the week-end, think about booking - their richly-deserved success means they are getting very busy.

This is a reply to the last review.We have had ongoing major problems with water leaks which now have been resolved, which have resulted in us being unable to open some lunchtimes, unfortunately.We are reviewing and amending the opening hours for 2017.As all establishments we have a certain capacity for lunches and evening meals when this is reached with advance bookings and walk ins it is reaches and you unfortunately cannot except and further bookings,it is not a question of staff.It is always advisable to book as we do like to inform anybody we have reached our capacity.Thankyou

Overall still a great place to go. Good pub meals and a great welcome. Biggest problem raised by some other locals lately that have tried to go is a lack of reliability in being able to call in for a meal. Lot of random closures at lunchtime and the kitchen seems to be overcome by large groups a lot of the time meaning even though they are open, they can't serve you. Appears that they need some more staff. A small thing but worth fixing to ensure people don't give up on dropping by.

We had dinner at the White Lion this evening and both our meals were absolutely delicious! The menu changes every month so it is nice to get the chance to try new dishes. I had the duck breast with a port, orange and Cointreau sauce (served in a separate jug) and dauphinois potatoes. The duck breast was perfectly cooked, tender and not 'gamey', and the sauce was delicious, light and not too sweet. The potatoes were gorgeous too! My partner had the slow cooked belly pork - it was so tender it fell apart on the plate and actually tasted just like pork should taste.The menu also includes pub classics but we are pleased we opted for the " dinner party classics" tonight, they were really good!

Sunday lunch was really enjoyable - really fresh and tasty. Unlike other pubs and restaurants, the roast potatoes particularly were just perfect!

Myself and partner visited here for a drink previous and noticed the great change from past visits. Decided to come and try the food. The owners, Viv and John couldn't of been more welcoming. Both of us had the fillet steak and it was cooked to perfection by Viv. We will defiantly be recommending it to all friends and family.

Dropped in unexpectedly today for a Sunday lunch. As always John and Viv were very welcoming. We asked if we could eat (it was 14.30) and were told yes by all means but as they had had many sittings that lunchtime, John said he would just check to see what joints were left available. The roast beef was beautiful, the vegetables perfect and plentiful, large yorkshire puddings, and lovely new potatoes, all washed down with a couple of glasses of Malbec. What a way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Thoroughly recommend this establishment BUT also recommend you book in advance, unless of course you take a chance as we did.

My first visit to this local pub since the new owners have been there. Other half praised the London Pride. He loves his real ales. The food was excellent, i could have eaten anything off the menu but fancied the king prawns, a starter, which they made into a main for me. Delicious. And then had a Knickerbocker Glory! Took me back to my childhood, lovely. Well done.

We've visited the White Lion for a number of years and have seen different hosts come and go. The new hosts are local people, great fun, enthusiastic, honest and hard working. Have visited a few times in the last month. Something going on each time. Garden has been re-done, making it fun for the kids as well as safe if you have a pooch with you. Menu varied and very nice... plus a cream tea too! Last weekend had a BBQ being cooked in the car park, and there's a fun dog show on in a couple of weeks. Can't fault Viv and John for all their hard work and effort. Great little village pub.

This has changed hands since we last visited, and the place has had a makeover. It looks great and the menu matches, a brilliant meal was had and the staff were very friendly. A great evening was had by all.

We have enjoyed several meals at the White Lion since the new landlord took over. The food is always freshly cooked, generously portioned and served with a smile. The pub has a lovely friendly atmosphere and is a great place to relax with friends. We'll be back!

We recieved a very warm welcome on arrival, we had booked a table on the recommendations of friends. Looks like it is under new management and freshly decorated and fitted out with new furniture. Food was well presented, good portions and tasty. I would say, needs some steak knives but I didnt actually ask.

I visited here twice in a week. Family run pub with a warm welcome. Recently decorated it is stylish yet cosy.The food is delicious. Fresh, home cooking.

Simple, but very good quality food, cooked perfectly. Great service and a very friendly welcome and atmosphere - made even better for me because I can walk home, will definitely be back very soon. Loved it.

Since new owners have taken over the pub has gone from strength to strength. John and Viv give a warm welcome, offer a nice selection of ales and wines and a reasonable food menu. Stopped for lunch, Hot sausage baguette, Cheese and Onion Baguette, Sweet Potato fires and cheesy chips. All extremely good portion size and very tasty.The day we visited they also offered cream teas for £3.80, fresh scone, strawberry, cream and jam washed down with tea or filter coffee.Looking forward to going back.

Since John and Viv took over the White Lion in March, it has been transformed into a very attractive and welcoming village pub. Beautifully decorated, with lovely touches including "The Dogend" for customers with pooches, a pretty garden with a boules pitch, flowers and an attractive window seat near the bar. The beer is now well kept, and guest ales are appearing. The wine list is varied and every one I have tried has been good - not the usual pub wine fayre. I have enjoyed two meals there so far, both were home-cooked and delicious, and I look forward to having a Sunday lunch there soon. I know I will have to book though, word is spreading!

Such a great atmosphere, has been taken overby John and Viv Kime. New furniture in dining room is so comfortable, the food is wonderful no rush, cooked fresh and tastes great. There is a dog area also where you can bring your dog if you want a drink or a meal. So welcoming. Looking forward to our next visit.

John and Viv have taken over this pub in Wicken in the past couple of weeks and have reverted its name to that from the 19th century when it was called the White Lion.The "White Lion" has had a bit of a facelift and provides a friendly welcome, more choice of drinks, new menu, fabulous food and the increase in patronage says it all. Photos are of desserts we were offered on the night although there are none of the main course (we were too hungry to think about that)Nothing is too much trouble and in the future they plan to open up lunchtimes, which is great for locals, walkers, cyclists and horse riders.Speciality nights are planned in the near future and you really should give this pub a try. I defy you to be disappointed.

Recently discovered this pub after earlier ignoring when it had it problems a few years ago. Friendly welcome, good beers reasonably priced and also good wine - something The Beehive at Deanshanger seems unable to provide. The pub seems to benefit by not being tied. Food menu is not huge but was tasty and good and exactly what you want for a quick meal with a drink. Family friendly and a great asset to the local area.

Great food and lovely menu. Local village pub with great food. A little trip out from MK. Looking forward to a summer visit

Popped into The Lion as we were exploring the area and the smell of cooking food proved too tempting. So glad we did. The Lion is an incredibly friendly pub/restaurant - it wasn't just the landlord and landlady that made us feel at home, but also the other guests, locals - even Tia the chocolate labrador and tickle the parrot did their bit. And this was before we'd even started eating!Food was top notch too - a real good wholesome roast and a lovely pie, and all very good value. This time we came as we were passing through, but we'll be returning with The Lion very much as our destination.

Another lovely sunday lunch with the family the landlady cannot do enough for you makes you so welcome my granddaughter just loves the dogs and tickle the parrot looking forward to our next visit

Even as a new customer you are welcomed as if you were a long lost friend the food and the owners are amazing the can not do enough for you, i am one of the fussiest people when it comes to food but they always accommodate my every need bless them.

My partner and I, with our neighbours went out for our Saturday dinner. We were a bit worried at first as when we arrived there was no paper menu, everything was written on a blackboard, and there didn't seem to be much choice, but when the food arrived, what a surprise: very fresh home made cooked food, and great service. I am surprised this little pub in this lovely village in the countryside (a few min away from Milton Keynes) is not more popular.Our neighbours were also pleasantly surprised their only gripe being a small range of beers!Anyway thank you Mavis for the warm welcome and my customized dessert (pan fried banana with chocolate and caramel sauce)They have a nice little garden with a boules pitch. You can ask for a set of boules to play if you wish and they have also a league (on the Facebook page) !We will be back.

This was the second time we have been to the Lion at Wicken and I must say I was not disappointed. The atmosphere is very relaxed and the home cooked food has been consistently good both times. We had my 3 year old nephew with us who was very interested in Tickle the parrot and the owners helped him say hello. Very friendly pub which we will visit again!

We booked a Saturday evening meal at the Lion based on recent Trip Advisor reviews and we were not disappointed. This was our first visit as we are not local but were in the area.We received a very warm welcome from the Landlord and, after a pre-meal drink, we ordered our food from the selection on the blackboard. The pub atmosphere was very pleasant and we selected a table nearer the bar rather than in the heart of the restaurant itself. The restaurant is not large, which makes it much more personal but, as it is unlikely that you will actually pass The Lion due to its village location, we would recommend booking in advance, particularly a larger party.All food was freshly cooked and our starters arrived promptly. The prawn cocktail, Gambas and mushrooms were all really nice. Our main courses arrived in a time period that allowed us to feel relaxed and totally unrushed. (In recent weeks, we have been rushed or wondering if we were ever going to eat so this was very welcomed). We had haddock, Italian cod and rump steak. Everything was excellent, filling and very tasty. We had a selection of the sweets available that day and all were thoroughly enjoyed. During the evening we had a number of beers, wine and a coffee and the bill for the four of us was, in our opinion, a very fair £96.This was a very pleasant and relaxed evening out in a welcoming and warm setting with excellent food and service.Will we return - Yes. It's worth the journey

Had a great Sunday lunch with the family. Very welcoming and helpful with various fussy kids who enjoyed their meal. Nice little find and worth a visit.

Went to the lion in Wicken for Sunday lunch today with friends this our 2nd visit to this lovely friendly pub .You are made very welcome . Food is very nice all freshly made and plenty of it great value on a Sunday will definitely be back , mustn't forget the friendly lab Tia Maria wish I lived nearer because I would make this my local .

Relaxed atmosphere, warm welcoming British pub. The food was served quickly and well, whilst the menu was small, the portion sizes were not, and you could tell they were all home made and not out of a packet! Friendly parrot and labrador in residence. The prices were VERY reasonable, my only gripe would be we were unsure if they sold desserts (there is no entry on their website for these). All in all, its just what you want when you don't want to do it yourself!

Thank you so much Mave and Adrian for making our family dinner for my sons birthday so lovely. The huge table was fantastic for a family get together and the food was delicious. The atmosphere was very warm and welcoming from the owners and all of the staff and both of my sons loved cuddles from Tia Maria the dog and talking to Mr Tickle the parrot. We will be back to try your roast dinner very soon! Thank you again! PS. The candles on my sons pudding and the whole pub singing Happy Birthday was a lovely touch

A lovely Pub in the small village of Wicken - its a local pub for the village but they also have a good well priced menu.A good selection of real ale available and the menu looks good, although I have not eaten here for many years.Will revisit soon to sample food

A nice friendly pub and the food and service are excellent. Been here a few times now and always get a warm welcome.

We booked Sunday lunch for our party of 12 last week. The owners, Mavis & Ade and their staff are welcoming, friendly and attentive.The roasts(pork lamb & beef) were delicious and large portions. We were offered a complimentary starter of sweet potato soup, which was one of the tastiest soups I've ever had, and the puddings were gorgeous too. Our 8mth old grandson was welcomed into the pub, as are owners with dogs. Wicken is such a beautiful village, it's well worth a visit.I'm sure The Lion at Wicken is going to become a more regular destination for us to eat and drink. Thank you for making my dad's birthday great!

Visited Saturday afternoon with a friend up from London - I live in Deanshanger and have wanted to try this place for ages. Met with a very warm welcome and received great service throughout, grabbed a table by the fire and enjoyed a lovely pub lunch - beautifully presented and very tasty. Very reasonably priced and a good looking menu.Lovely little pub, made even better with the presence of a mad chocolate Labrador and a cozy fire!Wish I'd visited sooner and will be back with my fiancée for steak night! Highly recommend a visit.

Another fantastic night great live act great food great company Ade & Mave as always and all friends new and old who were there.The firework display was somehow even more fantastic than previous years.If you have not visited this great village pub you are missing out on great food company etc.Visit soon

Just wanted to we had a wonderful meal on Saturday 3.01.2015 at lunchtime. We found The Lion at Wicken, Milton Keynes by chance whilst driving through the village. We stopped and were warmly welcomed by the owners. Being strict vegetarian / borderline vegan, it is usually hard to find a decent meal, but this pub came up trumps! The spaghetti with vegetables and tomato sauce was fabulous (much better than a recent similar meal in an Italian restaurant!) and my Fiances scampi was apparently wonderful. Portions were incredibly generous and value for money was indisputable. We look forward to visiting again!

This pub is in my backyard (so to speak) and I am not sure it is getting the attention it deserves. It is not helped by the fact that the map on Tripadvisor puts the location pin in the wrong place. Input MK196BS into your sat nav and you will get to the village of Wicken. The Lion is not enormous but has plenty of separate space for drinkers and eaters. What I like is that, amongst the usual lagers etc, they also serve Tribute on tap from St Austell breweries which is a sublime beer and also Doom Bar from the Sharps brewery at Rock so ale drinkers are well catered for. The beer is always, in my experience, well kept.The menus you can find on their website which is linked from Tripadvisor but we often go for whatever looks good on the specials board. Dining here is meant to be less formal and more friendly and Mavis & Ade, who run the pub, have pitched this just right in terms of value. The dishes are not over elaborate but use fresh ingredients and provide satisfying wholesome food in generous proportions.I would heartily recommend you try them out when you just want a good night out. If you want to eat then do book in advance.

I intend booking here shortly and all looks good ,however it appears that either the postcode is adrift or trip advisor has got the wrong end of Deanshanger Road....the clue is that it is in Wicken not Old Stratford!And why am I doing this as a review...because trip advisor has no facility to improve the listing by ruling out inaccuracies!

Have now visited here 4 times in just 2 months after a recommendation from a friend. I am so glad that I followed it up as the staff are very welcoming and friendly, as are the locals. The prices for drinks are very reasonable in comparison to many other pubs, and the food is lovely. Would highly recommend to everybody as it has a great atmosphere and great people :)

Seriously. A local place with lovely people and GREAT atmosphere! I am now going to make it as regular as possible to come back here and enjoy it!Staff are friendly and have a fantastic sense of humour!I wouldn't take a second look at this place, will highly recommend to anyone who enjoys food and wants a laugh with some great people!

Visited for one of their regular "quaffing" evenings that have become a real hit with those in the know. The welcome from Maeve and Ade would be hard to beat if your travelled far and wide. Nothing is too much trouble and they give the pub the feel of a house party. Last Tuesday was an unofficial "quaffing" evening without the wine sommelier describing the matched wine with each course. The food was very good chosen from the (wider that just) Christmas menu. Started with with Paprika Chicken with Aioli, followed by Salmon fillet with loads of veg and Christmas pudding to finish. All very good. I have eaten from the more traditional regular menu several times and love the Chilli nachos to accompany a pint at the bar. How village pubs should be.