The Debenham Lion
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"Modern British pub food in a venerable village inn."
Overview
The Debenham Lion has a rich history and has served as a public house since 1463. Lovingly restored and returned to its former glory, it has all the character and rustic charm you’d hope for in a quaint village inn. Expect classic British pub food with a modern edge.
Ratings & awards
1 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
Our inspector loves...
Location - In the heart of Suffolk, in the picturesque village of Debenham.
Atmosphere - A warm welcome awaits everyone at this family owned & run village inn.
History - Dating back to the mid 1400's, there's no shortage of character & charm.
Award winning food - Their classic meets modern pub food has been awarded the One AA Rosette.
Local focus - Where possible produce sourced from & around Debenham, Suffolk & East Anglia.
About the area
Suffolk is Constable country, where the county’s crumbling, time-ravaged coastline spreads itself under wide skies to convey a wonderful sense of remoteness and solitude. Highly evocative and atmospheric, this is where rivers wind lazily to the sea and notorious 18th-century smugglers hid from the excise men
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