The Red Lion Inn - Hinxton
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4-star AA Rosette-awarded countryside inn in historic Hinxton village
Historic Grounds & Amenities
The Red Lion Hinxton is a Grade II listed building with a walled garden that includes a dovecote for outdoor dining. The garden area provides a serene setting with wisteria pergola and ground-floor access for all guest rooms. Free parking is available on-site, and the bar offers cask ales by log fires.
Guest Rooms
All rooms at the Red Lion Inn Hinxton are en-suite with custom-designed furnishings and separate garden entrances. Room 1 has a large bed and powerful shower, while other rooms offer spacious layouts with a private bathroom. Ground-floor access is standard for every room, with no stairs required.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Red Lion Inn is located in a picturesque conservation village in Hinxton, 25 minutes by car from Cambridge. Duxford Imperial War Museum is a short drive, and the Wellcome Trust Genome Campus is a 5-minute walk through a gate. Audley End House is also within easy reach for day trips.
Award-Winning Dining
The restaurant at the Hinxton Red Lion holds 4 AA Stars and AA Rosettes for its food, with a seasonal menu that changes frequently using farm-to-table produce. Guests can dine in the walled garden with dovecote views or by log fires in the bar. Dietary needs are accommodated flexibly, and a superb breakfast is included for overnight guests.
Pet-Friendly Policies
The Red Lion Inn Hinxton welcomes well-behaved dogs with a reasonable additional charge per stay. Each room has a separate entrance directly into the garden, so dogs can be let out without walking through the pub. Staff provide clear accessibility details for wheelchair users and assist with storing equipment if needed.
- Awards: 4 AA Stars and AA Rosettes for food
- Dining: Seasonal farm-to-table menu with garden dining
- Location: 5-minute walk from Wellcome Trust Genome Campus
- Rooms: En-suite with custom furnishings and ground-floor access
- Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with separate garden entrance
- Parking: Free on-site parking included
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
270 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Essential information about The Red Lion Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 230 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 12.4 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Cambridge, CBG |
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