The British Lion

The oldest pub in Folkestone and a very traditional gem. Located above the coast on The Bayle, in a lovely quiet spot next to a church. Received a very friendly welcome.

Great choice of ciders & ales, and good, traditional pub grub. Easy to see how it would become a local’s favourite.

I never felt so welcomed as I did in this place. Dog friendly pub, lovely staff, atmosphere, and the food is just delicious, please try the lamb! 😋 I wish to go back soon.

Ist time eating here and it was as good as it gets ,nice atmosphere when entering staff are very friendly and welcoming food came out hot ,you need to phone after 10 am to book a table a few days before I would recommend a try ,it's a really nice pub to go to for a meal and a pint

Lovely little pub. Just popped in for a quick drink with friend who once lived there years ago, a few changes since she had lived there but still a lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and food being served looked good. Will definitely pop by again.

As always the food was delicious. Best steak and kidney pudding I've had since school and my partner had the world renowned fish and chips. Nick and Dee run the perfect pub.

Having not had a meal at the British Lion for some years, we were very pleased to find a warm welcome, a good choice of ales, reasonable prices, excellent service and excellent food. There were 3 of us and we all had the fish and chips. The deserts were lovely, too...
Back again 6 weeks later and another excellent meal enjoyed by all.

Absolutely love this pub. We always pop in every time we are down Folkestone. The owners are so welcoming and there's always a great atmosphere. Last time we visited it was New Years Day and they were handing out mince pies to everyone free of charge and chatting to us about our Christmas and New Year. Although we aren't locals we are made to feel that we are. Plus they always give our dog Millie plenty of attention when we have brought her along too.

Lovely pub. Good beer, faultless service and proper grub. Four of us had a Saturday lunch. Pub was busy. Quick efficiency service with a smile. Thank you.