*Pic from Ye Olde Red Lion website
View Larger Map Dist from nearest train station : 9.9Km (Newbury)
Ye Olde Red Lion
Green Lane
Chieveley
Near Newbury
Berkshire
RG20 8XB
(01635) 248379
http://www.arkells.com/pubs_more2.php?id=676
Supposedly once been built in 1782 and been haunted by a flat capped ghost, Ye Olde Red Lion (Is there a certain amount of time something has been in existence when you can prefix it with ye olde?) looks surprisingly 60's Mock Tudor from the outside. With a beer garden / car park at the front it does look somewhat unappealing.
I was also a bit worried about the fact it was an Arkell's brewery pub, after previous experiences with other pubs in that chain. However I was pleasantly surprised to find that it served the best kept ale of the day. I supped on a rather decent Summer Ale, which was full flavoured and fresh.
Ye Olde Red Lion is worth a visit if you like your ales, just ignore the exterior looks and you'll experience a well kept village pub.
Beer selection: 7/10
Beer quality : 7/10
Atmosphere : 6/10
Price : 5/10
Beer Garden : Yes 3/10
Food : Yes
Overall: 6.5/10
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