# The Red Lion, Ingatestone — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Red Lion — Pub in Ingatestone with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.4/5 from 357 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ingatestone/restaurants/the-red-lion (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub # The Red Lion Margaretting, Ingatestone [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1467482685264782415&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Red Lion](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116013877033215266093) **In short:** The Red Lion is a pub in Ingatestone, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 357 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Red Lion The Red Lion is a countryside pub on Main Road in Margaretting, with a large garden suitable for groups and children. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating and accepts bookings. The pub serves meals indoors and in the garden. Dishes include burgers, hotdogs and cheesy chips. It hosts events and functions. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Red Lion's own website](https://www.theredlionmargaretting.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 8:00 PM ### Kitchen hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** Closed **Saturday** 12:00 – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 6:00 PM ## What's nearby - A and C Auto Repairs 150m away - Speedwell Service Station 150m away - Margaretting Church of England Primary School 200m away - Baskervilles 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (357 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Ingatestone Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1727751). [More restaurants in Ingatestone](https://staycation.co.uk/ingatestone/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (357 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £40 [Visit official website](https://www.theredlionmargaretting.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01277 715920](tel:01277715920) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ingatestone **Plus Code** 9F32MCP5+V5 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ingatestone Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DIngatestone%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/ingatestone/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/ingatestone/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Red Lion? The Red Lion is open Mon closed; Tue–Sat 12pm–10pm; Sun 12pm–8pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Red Lion any good? The Red Lion is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 357 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Red Lion good for children? Yes, The Red Lion is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at The Red Lion? Yes, The Red Lion takes reservations. ### How do I contact The Red Lion? 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