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St George’s Day – Celebrating Our Best British Food

With April upon us, St George’s Day is just around the corner and here at The Lion we’re looking forward to celebrating the best of what our nation has to offer. Though we’re just a few miles from the border with Wales, we’re proudly situated in the North West of England and so in anticipation… Read more »

Why Stay At The Lion?

If you’re looking for the perfect retreat in the beautiful British countryside, The Lion at Malpas is the ideal place to stay. Nestled in the heart of a picturesque, quaint Cheshire village, The Lion has offerings like no other. This is a truly quintessentially British inn that boasts luxurious bedrooms, heavenly locally sourced food experiences… Read more »

The Most Romantic Food in Cheshire At The Lion

What better way to celebrate February, the month of love, than a romantic meal for you and your significant other at one of the most romantic places in Cheshire? We always say the best way to a person’s heart is through great food! Our team at The Lion at Malpas have carefully selected some of our… Read more »

Our Favourite ‘Be Good To Yourself’ Dishes

Over Christmas, we’ve indulged, we’ve been merry, and we’ve definitely stuffed ourselves silly! But now, it’s time to face the reality of January and get back to what they call ‘real life’!  Fitting back into your old, pre-Christmas routine is often something people dread. So why not try something new this year to get you… Read more »

Cheshire Walks To Beat The January Blues

After the long and exciting run-up to Christmas, all the festive parties, celebrations, and a MOUNTAIN of Christmas food, the January blues can really hit hard! The festivities are over, yet mornings and evenings are still dark. In fact, doesn’t the month just seem to drag on forever? It’s not all doom and gloom though…. Read more »

Christmas Night Out Ideas In Malpas & Cheshire

This Christmas marks the return of the ‘big night out’. After the last few years of careful, distanced, gatherings, this may be the first time we are all together without worry. So let the festive cheer begin and let’s start planning. Whether you’re getting together with friends, family, or your colleagues, at The Lion, we… Read more »

Christmas In Malpas & Cheshire – What To Do (Lion)

Christmas is right around the corner (yes, it WILL come quickly) but luckily, for now, we have some availability left on selected rooms at The Lion over the festive period. There is so much to see and do in Malpas & Cheshire this time of year, you’ll want to make the most of it by… Read more »

Planning A Racing Away Day In Cheshire

With Chester, Bangor, and Bolesworth racecourses just a short drive from The Lion at Malpas, we’re never too far away from the equestrian action. Whether you’re planning a date, taking the family on a trip out, going with friends, or attending solo, there’s much to consider when planning your racing away day in Cheshire. Here… Read more »

Our Guide To Planning An Afternoon Tea In Cheshire

Did you know that Afternoon Tea is an old English tradition that dates back all the way to the 1840s?! This delectable treat was initially developed as a private social event for ladies who climbed the echelons of society. And within recent years (much to our joy) Afternoon Tea has made a return. A renewed… Read more »

Cottages In Cheshire – Take A Look Around Our Latest Addition!

Cottages in Cheshire - Tudor Cottage, Malpas

We’ve had many customers enjoy bed and breakfast stays at The Lion for a few years now, and if you’ve ever stayed in one of our cottages in Cheshire, you’ll probably recognise the larger building on the courtyard which was once an intended breakfast area and breakout room. Well, we have some news about that… Read more »