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At the heart of village life, the Lion brings people together for good company, lively conversation and a shared love of food and drink. From our regular pub quiz and Wine Wednesdays to talks and seasonal celebrations, we hope you’ll find something to tempt you. Why not book a table for supper too and make an evening of it?

  • Wine Wednesday - Sherry Tasting
    Wine Wednesday - Sherry Tasting
    Wed 04 Nov
    The Lion
    Join Charles and Sam Surl for an evening exploring the rich, nutty and surprisingly diverse world of sherry. Discover hidden gems, perfect pairings and centuries of Spanish tradition. 🍷🇪🇸
  • The Lion Talks to Stuart Rose, Lord Rose of Monewden
    The Lion Talks to Stuart Rose, Lord Rose of Monewden
    Sold Out
    Thu 12 Nov
    The Lion
    Join us as we talk to Lord Rose (former CEO & Chariman of Marks and Spencer, CEO of Argos & Chairman of Asda) about food security, farming and supermarket power.
  • The Lion Talks - Royal Fashion, Power & Intrigue with Justine Picardie
    The Lion Talks - Royal Fashion, Power & Intrigue with Justine Picardie
    Tue 17 Nov
    The Lion
    Harpers Bazaar UK Editor Justine Picardie talking about her new book Fashioning the Crown: A Story of Power, Conflict and the Couture.
  • Winter Cocktail Night!
    Winter Cocktail Night!
    Thu 19 Nov
    The Debenham Lion
    Come and enjoy cocktails and music upstairs at the Lion! Tickets are free but please get one so we know how much ice to stock up on!
  • Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at the Lion
    Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at the Lion
    Tue 01 Dec
    The Lion
    Dhalia and de Renzy are hosting a Christmas Wreath making workshop at the Lion. You'll come away with a beautiful wreath!
  • Wine Wednesday - The Christmas Edition
    Wine Wednesday - The Christmas Edition
    Wed 02 Dec
    The Lion
    This Wine Wednesday Charles will help you prepare for a Christmas to remember with his expert wine recommendations. Orders with Charles at Wine Wednesday will arrive before Christmas! What is the right level of wine consumption to avoid family arguments?
  • Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at the Lion
    Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at the Lion
    Tue 08 Dec
    The Lion
    Dhalia and de Renzy are hosting a Christmas Wreath making workshop at the Lion. You'll come away with a beautiful wreath!
  • The Lion Talks to Lucy Hughes-Hallett
    The Lion Talks to Lucy Hughes-Hallett
    Tue 15 Dec
    The Lion
    Join us at The Lion for a special evening with multi-prizewinning author Lucy Hughes-Hallett, discussing her new book, The Scapegoat: The Brilliant Brief Life of the Duke of Buckingham.
  • Christmas Carols at the Lion
    Christmas Carols at the Lion
    Sun 20 Dec
    The Lion
    Come and enjoy some festive cheer at the Lion as we sing Christmas Carols with the choir of St Mary's Debenham! Play an instrument? Bring it along and join in! There will be a collection for Crisis at Christmas
  • Boxing Day Lunch 2026
    Boxing Day Lunch 2026
    Sat 26 Dec
    The Lion
    Book in for a special lunch service with food pre-ordered and a glass of fizz on the house, you’ll be able to relax as we do the culinary heavy lifting. The Pub will open at 12:00 and food will be served at 12:45
  • New Years Eve - Karaoke in the Great Hall!
    New Years Eve - Karaoke in the Great Hall!
    Thu 31 Dec
    The Lion
    Come and sing in the new year with us! We'll be hosting karaoke in the Great Hall to sing in the new year with Debenham's finest😉 voices! £10 a ticket which includes a glass of prosecco and as much karaoke as you can take!

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8 High Street

Debenham

Stowmarket

IP14 6QJ   (Open in Map)

Opening Hours 
Food Served 12:00-2:30pm and 6:00-8:30pm 

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Saturday

Sunday

Closed

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm​

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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