The White Lion, Redhill - pub details
Address: 40 Linkfield Street, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 6BY [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 1469) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Redhill (0.5 miles), Earlswood - Surrey (0.7 miles), Reigate (1.3 miles)
Pub suggested by Timothy Murrill on 2 Dec 2002
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> Current user rating: 7.3/10 (rated by 15 users)
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user reviews of the White Lion, Redhill
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| all the manager does it eye up the girls behind the bar..beer is nice but a little small... redjohn - 16 May 2012 13:06 |
| Made my first visit on Saturday and have to say was impressed. Plenty of ales on offer although I can't comment on them as I was on Stowford Press. Landlord and bar staff very friendly and efficient. Didn't try the Thai food but will certainly put that right in a future visit. The pub itself is far enough away from the centre of Redhill to avoid the chavvy excess of the town and is all the better for it. Nice old building that I will certainly be coming back to. kevmac - 15 Apr 2012 10:13 |
| Fortunately, in the last 2 years or so since I last reviewed this local pub, things have continued to improve and the licensees have shown that they know how to take a pub on and tap into improving exactly the right sort of aspects to ensure an overall appreciation by the regular and occasional punters, and, therefore, begin to properly-realise its potential that has always been obvious. I'm a committed Garland-goer and it almost doesn't matter what the White Lion does to exponentially enhance its experience, because I'll always default to my own 'local' first and foremost (come on, it's at the bottom of a very steep hill whereas the WL is at the top!). Nevertheless, we all need variety in our lives and I frequently find myself popping in here nowadays as a welcome alternative to the G, because it is just as respectable a venue but offers a slightly distinct atmosphere and environment. The Garland is an excellent community pub, and one which majors on proper conversation, fine ale, sit-down meals, and select music behind the bar. It is a touch more refined perhaps and while its appeal is plainly broadening, it is arguably orientated more towards the over-40s. The White Lion, by contrast, now offers a little more for those who favour a more 'party-time' atmos at least on a Saturday night; live acts can now be found here reasonably frequently, and the dual guilty-pleasures of both themed party evenings and karaoke are also offered (neither will ever be witnessed at the G which is to its credit, but for those who do prefer that kind of entertainment, the Lion is the one for you). I hasten to add that such events are always attended by a mix of level-headed locals who just enjoy themselves very naturally and without pretense; there is never any nastiness or Redhillian chavery. One or two punters can even sing! In addition to the ents side of things, one does also have cask ale from more than just one brewer as the pub is now free-of-tie, although the accent remains on more Northerly beers and arguably they're never quite as well-conditioned as down the road (I do find many of them taste rather too similar and prices are at the higher-end, starting now at £3.40). Not quite 'GBG' material yet but things are steadily moving in the right direction and such recognition may not be far off. There is also a Thai restaurant element ('Bai Pho') which I had doubts over but seems to gel very readily into the scene without dominating - the premises are sufficiently large to accommodate eaters quite separately from the bar area, so the Lion remains very much a pub first. Apparently the grub is highly-recommended although so far I remain a Bai Pho virgin so can't comment. Those still reading this ramble may also wish to note the service is second-to-none here: John and his wife are always convivial and smartly-turned-out if they're in, and the two young barmaids they employ cope admirably even at the busiest sessions. Teri's earthy good humour in particular is clearly well-appreciated by punters. Add to this the ongoing traditional charms of its interior and the often-overlooked spacious rear garden, and surely you'll agree that this pub has earned the accolade of most-improved in Redhill 2010-'12. Rumour has it that J & S are keen to work the same magic in a pub down in Lewes (while retaining the WL of course), so we may be looking at two good boozers for the price of 1?! TWG - 11 Apr 2012 13:04 |
| Previous reviewer has got it spot on. Best pub I've been to in a long time (didn't think Redhill could provide another quality establishment after The Garland). Excellent layout, nice garden, good range of real ales + others and very friendly staff. filf - 9 Apr 2012 13:09 |
| Excellent beer choice for a GK pub, and all ales very well kept. Thai food comes highly recommended too, and the regulars, staff and management are all exceptionally friendly. Baffled as to why this pub doesn't make it into the Good Beer Guide, but as a result it remains Redhill's best kept secret! ScotchMissed - 19 Feb 2012 17:16 |
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