The Red Lion Inn in Northumberland

Unfortunately the restaurant was closed due to refurbishment during our stay in October but we thoroughly enjoyed several afternoons in the pub in front of the fire. Beer and gin selection were excellent and on our first day we had one of the most delicious pizzas we've ever eaten for lunch: mushroom, truffle and Stilton. Don't miss it if you can get it!

We stayed here for three nights with friends and had a wonderful time, amazing rooms and wonderful hospitality. A perfect spot to explore etch amazing coastline, we'll definitely be back.

Had a lovely Friday evening meal, delighted to have pub food back. Very tasty, great sized burgers with Cajun spiced fries and that good old favourite steak and ale pie mmmm 😋

Had a lovely stay at The Red Lion whilst away on a work trip. The room was beautiful, clean and very comfortable. I slept better than I do at home! The staff were very helpful and friendly. Brilliant location as it’s just a few minutes walk away from the stunning Alnmouth beach. Had a pizza in the pub and it was delicious. Would definitely recommend staying here!!

What a fabulous stay we had! We arrived on bikes (Coast and Castles cycle route) and had such a friendly and smiley reception. Nothing was too much bother including bike storage for 6 bikes which was a real help. We dined on delicious wood fired pizzas, had a delicious breakfast the next day and left a stone heavier! Highly recommended.

The Red Lion Inn is right in the centre of the Village and there’s parking all along the street. There isn’t a reception desk per se but we were shown to our room by a lady from behind the bar. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was cosy and very comfortable. Great King size bed. TV with Netflix (although I’d have preferred a slightly larger TV 😂). Large walk in shower, decent pressure and hot water. Fluffy white towels too. Guest WiFi is also included. Our room was directly above a little walkway and you could hear the clientele from our window, but it wasn’t an issue. We had a wood fired pizza from the outdoor pizza oven. Very nice. You pre order your breakfast before you go to bed. Breakfast was tasty. It’s served in quite a tight time frame 08.30-09.15. I wish there had been some music on when we got there though…all I could hear was people chewing, crunching and swallowing. So a little musical background noise would’ve been a welcome distraction. Although the music was on when we left the breakfast room. Would definitely go back. Alnmouth is a beautiful little village with a gorgeous coastal walk.

We booked outdoor tables for 16 for stonebaked pizzas and beers. Georgie and her husband have a cracking setup and we’re very friendly and hospitable. The pizzas selection catered to all our varied tastes and the drinks selection is also very good. Really appreciated the comms beforehand in order to pre-order given we were such a large group. Lovely family-owned business and we were delighted to spend our time here after a top weekend in Alnmouth. Couldn’t recommend highly enough

Didn't stay over (although rooms look lovely), so can only comment on bar/garden areas. Arrived here on a trip to Alnmouth with our puppy fresh from the beach (if there is a better coastal town in the country, I haven't been and don't think I ever will). Food was served from a traditional pizza oven and served fresh to order. Absolutely delicious. Beer garden was a very spacious sun trap and we sat there for hours. Very nice staff and had local taps on offer too, always a big plus for me. Will definitely return

The Red Lion is one of our true Happy Places. The welcome from the staff is awesome and the cosy environment in the bar sucks you in so you can’t leave! Great live music and the most friendly mix of locals and visitors. The rooms are wonderful too. Highly recommended!

My family today have had the most unpleasant experience at the red lion. Following direct interaction with the owner. He was not happy as we had gone into the beer garden with a small tub of ice cream for a seven-year-old who was also holding a bottle of water and two-year-old it was a hot day. On entering the owner said dog wasnt allowed on decking platform which is fair enough, and also that the kids weren’t allowed to go in with ice cream which were almost finished. I quickly left the beer garden to get back to the bar to cancel the drinks my husband was ordering but unfortunately we already paid for them we stood outside the door to drink them, as quickly as were could. A member of staff came out to ask us to leave the premises even though we had just purchased our drinks.As I say my husband had already got the drinks. We were not allowed to drink them. We had Been in the previous day and spent approximately £60 on drinks and £66 on food . I removed the two year-old from the area as my daughter said she was extremely uncomfortable , as getting unpleasant looks from the owner to my husband and the rest of us. I left with the two year old my daughter was there with her seven-year-old when the owner approached her . He said we would not take he said we wouldn’t take our McDonald’s to KFC to eat it which I don’t really get the relevance. My daughter said that we’ve already bought the drinks and he said that wasn’t his problem. I now have an extremely distressed and crying daughter at home who was suffered with extreme severe anxiety and that man does not realise how he has just ruined our holiday and ruined, my daughters self confidence. He advised her that she’d been asked twice to leave the premises even though we had drinks which we paid for and he said wasn’t his problem and she had to leave the premises. I cannot get over this kind of behaviour, we weren’t aware that the Red Lion sells ice cream. Even though we have been going there for 30 years. And what you have just done to my lovely daughter is just so unkind on a human level there are ways of speaking to people!

We ate here 2 years ago when the pub had a full menu on offer. have now appear to focus entirely on pizza, having installed a proper, wood fired oven. So if pizza is not your thing, probably give it a miss. I must admit, I wonder how much business they are missing out on given such a limited choice. If pizza IS your thing, then happy days. I do understand a previous review about the base being burnt and I am not suggesting their experience was not genuinely reported, but our son has resided in Milan for 10 years, and the 3 pizzas we had - all different - were as close to a genuine Italian experience as we could imagine. Service was very good, the young ladies who looked after us were professional but very relaxed and cheerful too. Happy to recommend.

I was advised to go here by a local as I wanted a nice coffee . On arrival in the red lion I was told by a staff member that they didn't serve coffee .I explained that a local had directed me there , but the bar assistant assured me that they didn't serve coffee and suggested to. me to a couple of cafes that where by that time closed . I accepted this , that The Red Lion in Almouth didnt serve coffee , and beleived the local resident must have been mistaken . I have now been informed that the red lion is in fact a restaurant ! It must be very disappointing for diners if they don't serve coffee .?? 😕

Decided to eat here as all other restaurants in the village were full ( bank holiday). Ordered 3 pizza’s, 2 margarita’s and one goats cheese. All 3 were burnt beyond what I would consider acceptable. Considering the cost they were fairly small. Sent them back due to carcinogenic overload if we ate them. Served in take away boxes despite eating in them in the pub - no option for a plate. Would not go back.

Immaculately clean room, beautifully presented and a very comfortable big double bed! Friendly, informal atmosphere and a great breakfast selection. Good selection of beers and other drinks. Big garden, loads of room. All in all, a great place for a long stay or a quick drink :) I'll definitely be going back.

Great hotel. Lovely food, service and accommodation. Enjoyed the bar, breakfast and the food at dinner. Great location.

Lovely little pub, real fires, friendly barstaff. Ate here at lunchtime. Food and service good. Tried again in the evening, it was busier and we had to wait for a table, first come, first served policy, no problem. But we did have to complain at the length of time to be served after 2 tables who had arrived and ordered after us had their food arrived before ours. We'd gone for the sausage and mash and the burger.

Great comfortable hotel - attentive staff and great food in the restaurant - plus dog friendly - A particular favourite of ours was the special offers and themes on certain nights for the food.

Know the patrons from old so dropped in on the off chance. Parking was fine however it was a Wednesday night so potentially this was timing. The area looks beautiful with winding streets and picturesque houses. The pigeon breast starter was sublime with all flavours complimenting each other followed by the venison burger it worked well

Such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere with excellent food and beer. Sunday roast sat next to an open fire on a winters day. Bliss.

We have visited the Red Lion several times for drinks & meals. This time we stayed for a 4 day break. Whilst the weather was not so good our stay was comfy, warm & welcoming. Our room was excellent ( No 7), comfy bed & very swish shower/bathroom. The breakfasts are very good. Although would have liked more choice of cereal eg granola & muesli. The pub itself is very welcoming with open fires & we’ve met some very friendly people to chat with. Although the pub didn’t do meals on 2 nights of our stay there are very good restaurants/pubs next door! Especially Bistro 23. Alnmouth is the perfect place to stroll around & the beach & little harbour is beautiful & so interesting.

The best Sunday lunch we have had in a long time. Five stars! Really friendly and welcoming hosts. Highly recommend

We rang last minute for a table for dinner and weren't disappointed. The staff were all lovely, really making a fuss of our daughter, and the food was delicious too. Would highly recommend.

We stayed at the Red lion last weekend and had a lovely time. The pub is so cosy, the room we had was well decorated and very comfortable. The food was so good and the staff welcoming and friendly. We will definitely go back to this lovely pub. Thank you to all the team.

Excellent risotto, excellent fish, good pie pastry but poor poor filling. Loo is outside and they don't accept bookings but would still recommend!

Small and friendly pub. So glad we were able to get a table to dine as it was a late dinner. The four of us all enjoyed our meals(my steak pie and chips were lovely and tasty) and the staff were friendly. Would recommend.

We had a lovely family evening meal today. Three of us had pies, one had a burger and fish fingers and chips for our son! All excellent. Our son has a dairy allergy and they catered to us very well.

Called in late Fridays afternoon, the place was busy and very traditional & cosy. Dog friendly. We noticed they have a wood fired pizza menu so had a couple more pints & a beautiful pizza. Ideal combination.

We have just returned from a 3 night stay which was very enjoyable. Our room was spacious with a large bed but very soft mattress but that is just personal preference. We had pizzas on our first night which were very good and served promptly. The pub is very rustic but full of character and a good atmosphere.The cooked breakfast was good but we feel that cut fruit/yoghurt should be routinely offered. Lovely beer garden for the sunny days. Hosts very attentive and helpful.

Stayed here for 2 nights b&b So lovely, beautiful setting, gorgeous room, generous good quality tea/coffee in room, breakfast was delicious and the owners and staff couldn’t have been nicer. I would definitely recommend the Red Lion 👌🏽

Came looking for emergency food after being let down by the nearby Hope and Anchor… Pizza was delicious! Crispy base, fully loaded with toppings and very quick! Can’t fault it !

Friendly pub to hide from the rain! I was able to sit in the corner with my book, a pint and a lovely wood fire pizza while the storm passed.

Very clean comfortable room. Friendly helpful staff, enjoyed my stay. Pub also on a good central position. Breakfast very good and they catered for my gluten free requirements.

Rude rude rude , called in after being recommended this place by the hotel we were staying at big mistake it was busy with a live band playing it looked like a good place, the staff however were not welcoming I stood at the bar...

Dog friendly pub, serving food. The wood fire baked pizzas were good value and big! Good selection of real ales, and efficient, friendly staff.

We dropped in on a warm day in the summer. Only food was pizza but they were excellent. You have to order at the bar and then walk to the pizza van when its ready but apart from that all is very good. Reasonably priced...

We stayed in Alnmouth for a night during a recent holiday and visited this establishment after some online research. It has inside seating and a wonderful beer garden which houses a stone fired pizza kitchen. It is a very well run place, you order food...

We enjoyed multiple trips to the Red Lion over the weekend whilst we were visiting Alnmouth. The pizzas are absolutely delicious and we were really looked after by Ben and Georgie - nothing was too much. The pub has a fantastic beer garden with views...

My partner and I called for food early evening. Pizza , very tasty, 2 pizza 2 pints£45. Maybe a little more expensive than you’d pay, but alnmouth is quite expensive for food.

We had the best wood fired pizza here a year ago so we returned to see if it was as good as we remembered…. Yes.. it was bloody delicious 😋

This is a really lovely pub. We called in to order some takeaway pizza. The pub was very busy, but is run like clockwork. I had a great pint of IPA whilst we waited for our pizza. The pizzas were top notch, with really thin...

Great Pizzas, Beer and Wine very welcoming, Alnmouth is a lovely village great sea views hope to return next year

Lovely place to stay clean and welcoming. Breakfast was pretty good even with pre order which as the kitchen is on the first floor and dining on ground floor I can see less carrying food up and down probably a lot safer. Bar is nice...

We stopped here whilst passing on a quick look at Alnmouth. We really enjoyed a fresh pizza from the oven in the garden, definitely worth a stop whilst in the village. Thank you

What a great place! Made to feel welcome from check in onwards! Great location, excellent room with a nautical theme. The room was spotlessly clean with excellent facilities and comfortable bed, the only thing missing was a fan but I'm sure one would've been supplied...

We stayed overnight in King Room, which was a good size and carefully designed; nice big bed. Had a few drinks outside; great beer garden. In evening ate their wood-fired pizza and had a few drinks again, this time in the bar, which had a...

Stayed here for 2 nights after a long stay in Scotland. Given a complimentery upgrade to Room 3 ( see photos). Staff were amazing, couldnt be more helpful. The room was spacious, bed amazing, shower and bath superb overall one of the best rooms we...

We know the Red Lion really well as it’s always been a favourite of ours for consistent great food, drinks and top friendly service, but this Easter we booked into one of the rooms to stay and it couldn’t have been better. A huge thank...

We spent the evening in this wonderful homely pub. Gluten free beer on tap! Warm cosy atmosphere. Out go-to drinking place in Alnmouth.

I always find this is a great place to eat when I’m visiting the area. It never disappoints. The four of us had a delicious lunch. Service always efficient and friendly. Would definitely recommend the hot beef sandwich.

A lovely cosy B&B. Met with a warm welcome and made to feel very welcome throughout. The host couldn't do enough for us, they were great. Would definitely recommend, for those that like a place with a good atmosphere.

We stayed for 3 nights for a special birthday weekend with friends. Ben, Georgie and team were the most warm and accommodating hosts throughout our stay, going above and beyond to make our stay perfect in every way. Great food in the restaurant, breakfasts were...

My mum and I stayed here for 3 days at the beginning of April. It was fabulous. The room was gorgeous. The food, breakfast and Sunday lunch were lush. The bar was great, there was live music on the Sunday night and the atmosphere was...

My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights, the staff and owners were super friendly and made us feel very welcome from the second we arrived to when we left. The room was spotless and very tastefully decorated, great lighting (which can be an...

Excellent couple of nights at the Red Lion as always - would reccomend a visit for the burgers alone!

We had an amazing two night stay at this little gem in the centre of Alnmouth. All the staff we came into contact with were so friendly and professional. Nothing was too much trouble. The room was beautiful, everything you need for two nights and...

Visited The Red Lion on two occasions while staying in Alnmouth, on a Monday and Thursday evening. The staff were consistently efficient, helpful, friendly and so welcoming. The food was of a very high standard and the Bailey's cheese cake was absolutely amazing....the best ever!

Beautiful little place. Cosy and warm after hours of bike riding. Would like to come back in the summer to use the beer garden. Lovely log burner on the go.

Arrived for a lunch on Saturday having drifted across from Barter Books. I had read that the Sun Inn was not serving food so this seemed to be a bet as the Bistro next door looked full. Didn't have to wait long for a table....

Sunday roast … was super quick, super hot and super tasty! The best value roast we’ve had in a long time. Would highly recommend and will be stopping by the next time we’re in the area.

Visited during half term for lunch. Great atmosphere, lovely choice of music (not too loud), great warming fires on, nice welcome. Only had soup and a sandwich, but what a real treat - curried parsnip and pear soup, which was outstanding. Sandwich was pastrami with...

Went to the Red Lion for a Relaxing weekend away. The staff were so warm & friendly so is the atmosphere. On the friday night there was live music, the pub was really busy. But the service was still very good. The room we stayed...

The website states no restaurant bookings, but we were travelling a long way so I rung and asked if the could reserve us a table. No problem. The food was delicious, generous portions, good wine list. Friendly and helpful staff. The lady asked if would...

This place is perfect great food, very good host &hostess sorry about the red rose??? Will be back very soon. Ben dont forget golf

We just love this place. The atmosphere when you walk in is so cosy and welcoming - it feels like you can leave the world behind. Ben and Georgie are wonderful hosts - nothing is too much trouble and it's obvious that their hearts are...

What an excellent time at the Red Lion. We stayed over the New Year and the place was buzzing. The meal on New Years eve was delicious and the service was excellent. The pub was cosy and just what we wanted. Warm place, warm people...

Good bar with nice wines Good food steak and salmon were good Nice staff attentive and efficient Very nice rooms which are nicer than was expecting Excellent place to eat and stay over Bed and breakfast

In main street alnmouth this is great place to stay over Very good pub with good standards of food and good wines. The rooms are very high standard

The rooms are modern and very comfortable, and were spotlessly clean. The bar offers great real ales, a wide range of good wines by the glass, and absolutely delicious breakfasts and evening meals, served by friendly and welcoming hosts and their team, and all at...

Dined here on Monday tea. Lovely meal. Highly recommended, you won't be disappointed. The service was great, friendly staff and great surroundings.

We liked the Red Lion so much we have just booked a return stay next year. We were happy that dogs are only allowed in the bar area, not the dining area or bedrooms, all very clean. Breakfasts very good and flexible so if you...

After closing the restaurant during covid it was great to have a full menu back for dinner. As well as the excellent food , the friendly service and terrific atmosphere make for a great experience. The atmosphere and decor carry onto the bar which must...

Came in here five days ago on our holidays. What a fantastic warm welcome. Pub is such a friendly atmosphere and food that die for. Highly recommend

The last time we stayed at the Red Lion was before the pandemic and it was in different hands – the parents of one half of the current husband-and-wife owners. In the interim, the pub had to stop serving food at night and make all...

We visited the pub as we had heard about the stone baked pizzas and they did not disappoint. Four of us wanted four different toppings and they were all perfect. There were some really interesting options as well as the classics. Great staff, quick service...

We had a 5 night stay in Room 6 and had a great holiday. Georgie, Ben and all the staff were so friendly and welcoming. The room was everything you wanted - very clean, comfortable and with a Super King bed. The breakfasts were generous...

Only tried the wood-fired pizza but it was one of the best pizzas I have had outside Italy. So good we went back. First visit was outside in the fantastic rear garden area. Second time in the cosy trad bar with roaring fire. (The room...

Had 2 superb pizzas for lunch really good . Had a pint of local ale which at the time I thought was not to my taste , now realise it was off !

The pub was only serving pizza in the beer garden when we arrived in the village for a weeks holiday. This was fine by us and they smelled delicious. I asked the guys cooking what time they would be serving until, and could I place...

My husband and I stayed at the Red Lion for a long weekend - we have stayed at the Inn a number of times over the years. As soon as we arrived we were given a warm welcome and taken to our room where we...

We had a drink and freshly made pizza for lunch. The bar was dog friendly and the staff provided a warm welcome on a rainy day. Toilets down the alley we’re clean and plenty of soap and towels provided.

What a truly 5 star experience we had at the Red Lion. Beautifully appointed room and en suite (room 3), fluffy towels and large comfy bed. The hosts and their staff were so accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. They have a fabulous beer...

What an absolutely amazing pub , Very nicely presented, great staff Nice beer garden, the best pizzas cooked outside in wood fired oven . Will definitely go again. Well done red lion staff !!!

Fabulous pizza, whilst sat in the beer garden soaking up the sun! Fabulous find whilst visiting the area. The staff were slightly stressed but still pleasant. We waited 40 mins for a pizza but it was worth every minute. Highly recommended.

Our weekend was perfect from start to finish and the breakfast was lovely. The cosiest pub with the best Gin menu which we loved. Beautiful accommodation (we stayed in room 3) the pub has a beer garden over looking the estuary and they serve fresh...

Just paid £19 for a plain pizza (with cheap cheese) and a 1/2 pint soft drink. The pizza was advertised as £10, so thats £9 for a soft drink is it??? Wow

Lovely beer garden at the back. Only doing pizza (staff shortages?). I had spicy meat feast which was very good & the wood fired pizza oven is in the garden. Ultra dog friendly. I would have liked a bit more choice & that’s the only...

Meal and beverage excellent. Service also very good. Would have returned had we been staying another night. We were resident elsewhere in the village and table booking not possible. An early evening call essential as restaurant filled quickly.

We stayed for 2 nights at the Red Lion in Alnmouth. We were made to feel so welcome and well looked after. The room was lovely, very clean and the bed so comfortable. Breakfast was lovely each morning and the wood fired pizzas were amazing!...

Had to revisit Alnmouth for family reasons and booked a room at the RedLion which is a pub we have been to many times for a cosy drink and food. Made to feel really welcome by Georgie who could'nt do enough for us. The room...

We stayed at the Red Lion last weekend for two nights, the room was just lovely, very spacious and spotlessly clean, the bed super comfy with lovely bathroom toiletries. Georgie and her team were so helpful and friendly. I am a coeliac and although omelettes...

We have visited the Red Lion on numerous occasions to eat and drink, on this visit we stayed and booked room 3. What a great experience - room was huge and lovely outlook. Extremely clean and facilities fantastic. Breakfast amazing too. Staff really friendly, helpful...

Our unscheduled stayover at the Red Lion was a roaring success, the accomodation is of the very highest standard ,room was spacious ,clean ,with well appointed large bathroom, and well furnished bedroom Great evening of fun and live music in the bar, really good service...

No food on Wednesday. But everything else perfect. Lovely barmaid charged our phones; we were staying at Alnmouth huts so desperate for juice. Chatty fellow at bar. Good cider & beer. Very happy.

This was our second time staying at The Red Lion Inn and again it didn't disappoint! The room was beautiful, the staff fantastic and welcoming, it felt like we were popping to our local. The breakfast was lovely as was the evening meal we had....

Huge thank you to Georgie and Ben for being the perfect hosts on our recent stay at the Red Lion Inn. Beautiful rooms, great breakfast in the most stunning location! The perfect place to enjoy a Hepple G&T! Thank you so much for being so...

Eat twice here on recent stay in Alnmouth. First time was pizza, as went on day that they only did pizza menu. Very nice - toppings really good, although base a bit soggy. On next visit, eat inside pub. Steak pie was really good, Lasagne...

Been here many times in the past but not been back for a few years. Had very happy memories however tonight has changed all of this. Poor selection of beers compared to past. Sub par service no more cheerful smiles from staff. Miss what it...

The pub was very welcoming. Although dog friendly, dogs were restricted to the small bar area. On the evening we dined this was busy whilst the restaurant area was empty. There seemed no reason why dogs could not be permitted in that area. The food...

we were staying in Alnmouth, it was a sunny May Day. we saw they were doing stone baked pizza in the back of the beer garden and it was too tempting. we ordered at the bar, it was very well organised. we got a beeper...

We booked two rooms both were spotless and well prepared, the staff brilliant could not do enough. The beer, the wine and the breakfasts fabulous