The Red Lion

4.0 star property
Inn in Bury with a restaurant and a bar

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Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Terrace/patio
Comfy Twin Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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81 Ramsbottom Road, Bury, England, BL8 4JS
  • Turton Tower
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bury Market
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • University of Bolton Stadium
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Comfy Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfy Family Room Sleeps 4 (Double Bed & 2 Singles)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfy Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Comfy King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfy Family Room Sleeps3 (Double Bed & Single Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bury

Located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Turton Tower, The Red Lion is within a 10-minute drive of Burrs Country Park. This 8-room, 4-star inn has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Turton Tower - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Bury Market - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • University of Bolton - 13 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Heaton Park - 19 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • University of Bolton Stadium - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manchester Hall-I-th-Wood Station - 6 min drive
  • Summerseat Station - 7 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller & Carter - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪carmellos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Footballers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪China Rose Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Crofters - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion

Inn in Bury with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at The Red Lion enjoy free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Red Lion

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Red Lion Inn Bury
Red Lion Bury
Red Lion Heytesbury
Heytesbury Red Lion
The Red Lion Hotel Heytesbury
The Red Lion Inn
The Red Lion Bury
The Red Lion Inn Bury

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Red Lion?

The Red Lion provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion on Sep 29, 2025 start from $101.43, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near The Red Lion?

This inn is located in Bury, close to Bury Market, Turton Tower, and Burrs Country Park. You'll also find Smithills Hall and Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre nearby.

Is parking available on site at The Red Lion?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Red Lion feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Red Lion doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Red Lion?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Red Lion good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this inn.

Are there hot tubs at The Red Lion?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Red Lion have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Red Lion serves to-go breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Red Lion.

Will The Red Lion allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Red Lion though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Red Lion?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How close is the airport from The Red Lion?

The closest major airport to The Red Lion is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is 24.9 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is around 28.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Red Lion?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Red Lion.

The Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 207 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alastair

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Felt welcomed, was a lovely stay! Lovely bedroom and very clean. The woman was lovely who checked us in!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Staff were all friendly and very focused. The food was very tasty for the evening meal meaning I couldn’t eat all my wonderful big breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Kingston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a super overnight stay here in May 2025. A warm welcome and comfortable room. Lovely staff so friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable room excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent family stay

Very friendly staff. Excellent service. Rooms comfortable and very clean. Excellent value for money. Food was delicious and very good beer
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Novi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint location, friendly staff, quality food and service. A good stop if you’re in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff . Excellent value for money . Clean well equipped rooms . Fabulous quality meals . Would book again , with no hesitation . Loved it .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

DAWN

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tired room in need of an update. Room not cleaned or serviced during 2 night stay. Waste bins not emptied and milk cartons not replenished- had to ask for milk on second morning. Staff friendly and obliging
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
One night stopover, just the job.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family room and stay. Lovely breakfast and staff. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stayed for two nights, staff lovely and friendly from start to finish! So handy for Bury market, would definitely stay again Thank you everyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for two nights and the room was excellently comfortable. Will definitely stay there again when we are up this way next.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy pub, comfortable room and good food

Weather was -6 but room warm and cosy, saw staff putting out extra heaters in bar area for guests. Very friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful place

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would recommend

Can’t fault the staff at the Red Lion, great customer service, I’ll be staying there again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed a great meal from tbe bar. The room was comfortable and clean. We would return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Proper pub, proper beer, proper food with the addition of really comfy homely rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024