The Merrie Lion in Southam (Warwickshire), England

The Merrie Lion serves British cuisine at its on-site restaurant, offering lunch and dinner with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Locally sourced ingredients feature in dishes such as cod from the specials board and a full English breakfast that guests describe as 'second to none.' The bar provides a selection of traditionally brewed ales, lagers, and wines, with a Sausage and Cider festival held during the year.

All six rooms are located in a separate converted barn building adjacent to the pub, ensuring quiet nights away from bar noise. Each room offers a private outdoor space - a small walled yard or patio - directly accessible from the room, ideal for pets or fresh air. King Rooms, Deluxe Double or Twin Rooms, and Standard Double Rooms all include walk-in rainfall showers, hypoallergenic bedding, and wheelchair-accessible bathrooms with grab rails.

Regularly scheduled events include live bands, darts, happy hour, and live sport broadcasts on screens throughout the bar. The pub hosts community-centered festivals such as the Sausage and Cider festival, which also features live music. Guests can participate in board games and puzzles available on site, and the daily housekeeping service keeps rooms refreshed.

Dogs are welcome across the property, with each ground-floor room providing a secure enclosed courtyard for pet use. Families traveling with children benefit from family rooms, kids' meals on the dining menu, and a children's menu. The hotel offers special diet menus, packed lunches for day trips, and a designated smoking area separate from the main building.

The Merrie Lion is set in the ironstone village of Fenny Compton, surrounded by countryside public walkways. Warwick Castle is 29 km away, Stratford-upon-Avon is 22 miles from the hotel, and Claydon Sports Park is 3.1 miles away. Free private parking is available on site, and the hotel provides easy access to the British Motor Museum (10 minutes by car) and Silverstone racetrack (40 minutes).

Historic building: Dates back to at least 1710

Dining: Locally sourced meals with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free options

Rooms: Six rooms in separate annex, each with private outdoor space

Pet policy: Dogs welcome with secure courtyard access

Entertainment: Live bands, darts, happy hour, Sausage and Cider festival

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible bathrooms with grab rails