Evesham Journal: The Red Lion pub in Evesham makes exciting discovery after expanding

The Red Lion in Evesham Market Square is going back to its roots after finally opening ‘The Grove’ next door. The room is part of the same building and was previously used by the pub more than a century ago, according to popular landlord, Tom Doggett. The additional space has increased the size of the Evesham Journal: The Red Lion pub in Evesham makes exciting discovery after expanding

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New! Put a drink in

If you’d like to put a drink (or several) in for someone at the pub, type the amount you’d like to spend into the form below and pay online. Please use a full name or a good description for the recipient — “John” isn’t very useful, as we have a lot of them!

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Pete Hodge

We’re utterly, utterly, devastated to share the news that Pete Hodge, musician and artist, has died. He was a true part of the fabric of the pub, always enthusiastic about music and musicians, and always supportive of emerging talent. He played regularly in The Red Lion, released numerous albums, painted many wonderful watercolours, and always Pete Hodge

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Expansion next door

We’re — finally — a little bit bigger here at The Red Lion. After a long time, and some very stroppy emails, we’re incredibly excited to open up 6A, properly and permanently. Huge thanks to everyone who has helped us get here; hopefully it’ll reduce the squeeze a little during busy times. And there’s another Expansion next door

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The Red Lion: Community Champions

We were absolutely thrilled to be recognised as ‘Community Champions’ at the Love Evesham Awards on the 22nd November 2025. It’s a testament to the hard work of our staff, customers, suppliers, musicians, and the many local businesses, charities, and organisations who come together in Evesham. As we said on Saturday night, we are not The Red Lion: Community Champions

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4th Tuesday Jazz Night

Once a month on the fourth Tuesday (next is ) our superb saxophonist Francis invites some friends and runs a jazz night. It’s the closest we get to being cool. 8pm start.

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Work with us

If you’re a musician looking to play at the pub, please go here. We have a small and loyal team, and a small and busy pub. It’s rare there are more than two people working at any one time (you’ll understand when you see the bar), so a willingness to do whatever’s needed is important. Work with us

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