The Red Lion Inn - Braintree

Stayed couple of nights (28/29 Oct) what an absolute pleasure it was. My wife, Barbara I have experienced many top hotels but the unique charm, character atmosphere of The Finchingfield Lion is something special. What is most apparent is the welcoming natural friendliness of all members of staff right from the moment of walking through the door. The charming antiquity of the room (no 4) was appealing with a most comfortable bed cleanliness throughout. What more do you need for a good night sleep? Although breakfast was not served, a 2 minute stroll to the beautiful village green provided a lovely setting to satisfy that need. Jacqui has created a fantastic environment where, as total strangers we were made to feel like local regulars. Couple with that the absolutely fantastic pizza 's, you would wonder why you would want to stay anywhere else in the area. A genuine 'thumbs up ' wholehearted recommendation from us. Many thanks Jacqui for a most memorable stay. Geoff Barbara Noteworthy details: Absolutely brilliant pizza. Best I 've tasted in many a year, so generously sized.

Great local pub with selection of local real ales that change regularly. Has a good beer garden that gets evening sun in summer. Food drinks: Great pizzas Hotel highlights: Great value

We have stayed at the Lion before and as always this visit was perfect. The rooms and the pub are quirky, the pizzas are the best! Paul smokes all the meats for the toppings himself and it is sooooo good! Thanks Jacky for the hospitality and we hope to come back soon! Rooms: Quirky with a super comfy bed! Food drinks: Great pub and perfect pizzas Rooms: 5

Lovely staff and excellent pizza's. Rooms are very clean and tidy. Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5 Hotel highlights: Romantic

The most wonderful pub/restaurant in finchingfield. Fabulous pizza’s, great wine and an amazing team. The landlady is just wonderful and nothing is too much of an ask. A must visit tell your your friends, this is the pub to beat Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5 Hotel highlights: Great view, Romantic, Great value