About this property
In a magnificent 16th-century building, Red Lion Coaching Inn offers free parking, free Wi-Fi, cooked breakfasts and elegant rooms. With a central location in Ellesmere, the inn is surrounded by Shropshire countryside. The individually designed rooms at the Red Lion each have a satellite TV and tea and coffee facilities. Some have a private bathroom and period features, and all have a video player, with access to a free video library. The award-winning restaurant serves traditional British cuisine, using fresh local produce. There is also a world wine list, vegetarian options and a children’s menu. Full English breakfasts are served daily, with lighter options also available. With a picturesque village location, next to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Red Lion Inn is just metres from The Mere Lake and Cremorne Gardens. Wrexham is a 20-minute drive away and historical Shrewsbury can be reached in 30 minutes’ drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Janice
United Kingdom“Room was clean and exceeded our expectations. The food was fantastic, most of the staff were welcoming and efficient. Would definitely stay again if in the area.” - Karen United Kingdom“Good location for our purpose in the town. Good food at dinner and the following breakfast. Shower was excellent.”
- Richard
Malta“Independent business, dedicated and friendly staff. Excellent fair-priced menu. Everything I needed for a clean, quiet and safe place to sleep while on a longer journey.” - Nicky United Kingdom“Lovely lively pub, rooms upstairs where quiet, clean and cosy. The food was fab and staff super friendly… would happily stay again”
John United Kingdom“checked us in early as we were going to Bangor races which was helpful, helpful with taxis, parking was fine, breakfast was very good”- Graham United Kingdom“Breakfast excellent overall stay fantastic and excellent value for money”
- Sharon
Australia“Loved it. Check in was great. Host very friendly and welcoming.” - Jo United Kingdom“Stayed with a friend for the Shropshire triathlon and this was across the road from the start, parked car right outside too. Staff very friendly and helpful, room nice and clean and the food was lovely too- would definitely recommend.”
- Kathleen
Spain“The staff were fantastic! The food was brilliant! It was clean and great value for money. It was in easy reach of the town, canal, mere and footpaths. Sunday night quiz. We shall definitely be staying there again.” - Catherine United Kingdom“Good central location and close to the mere. The food and service in the pub was excellent and great value.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Red Lion Ellesmere
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
