The Lion Hotel, Buckden (Cambridgeshire)
About the Hotel
Rooms at The Lion
The Lion Hotel features signature rooms with Italian furniture and modern en-suite bathrooms. These rooms include beds adorned with faux-fur. A flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and complimentary Wi-Fi are standard. Some signature rooms offer a four-poster bed and views of Buckden Towers. Standard double bedrooms are located in the oldest part of the hotel, with views of Buckden Towers and the nearby church. The unique twin room includes a modern en-suite bathroom, a fireplace feature, and a high-beamed ceiling. Each room also benefits from tea and coffee making facilities.
Dining at The Lion
The Lion Hotel offers dining in its oak-paneled restaurant, serving à la carte and table d'hôte menus. The restaurant uses meat sourced from a local butcher. The Ivy Room provides a setting for lunch, dinner, and small parties. A traditional afternoon tea is available, along with a selection of wines. The head chef tailors menus to your budget. The Great Hall features a 15th-century fireplace, lit during colder months.
Things to do
Guests can walk to St Mary's Church, dating back to 1086, located a 2-minute walk from The Lion. Buckden Marina is a short 4-mile drive away. Grafham Water, the third largest reservoir in England, offers trout and predator fishing, with a 9-mile track for cycling and walking. The Grafham Water Centre provides sailing, windsurfing, powerboating, paddlesports, climbing, and archery. Other attractions include the Cromwell Museum, Houghton Mill, Hinchingbrooke Country Park, and Huntingdon Racecourse.
Location and Access
The Lion Hotel is located in Buckden, Cambridgeshire, just off the A1, providing access to London and The North. Buckden Towers are nearby. Cambridge is 45 km away. The hotel is near St Mary's Church, dating back to 1086. The nature reserve is situated in the Great Ouse valley between St Neots and Huntingdon. The Cromwell Museum is 6 km away, and Buckden Marina is 2 km from the hotel.
Hotel Services
The Lion Hotel can host and cater events, including weddings and birthday celebrations, with tailored food options. A relaxing bar area is available. A Site of Special Scientific Interest called Brampton Racecourse is available. A nature reserve covers 78 hectares. There is free Wi-Fi in rooms. Each room has ironing facilities, heating, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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