Welcome to The Golden Lion
Latest News in Brief... (at Friday 3rd September)
- Friday 10th September - Rehearsals are now getting more intense for the Murder Mystery Evening which is now just a week away. If you would like to come along we can possibly squeeze a few more seats into the restaurant for the evening. Tickets are £22.95 which includes a 3 course dinner and entertainment. Western attire is preferred but not essential!
- Thursday 23rd September - Our next Gourmet Evening
- Friday 24th September - Live Folk Music from The Dai Bach Band & Friends. This will be a great informal and fun event. Entry is free, but space will be limited!
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Friday 22nd October - Trafalgar Night
- Thursday 28th October - Dylan Thomas Appreciation Evening. This will replace the Gourmet Evening for October and follow a similar format to our Burns Night Celebrations.
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Every Wednesday - Quiz Nights. CJ usually hosts all of our quizzes except when he has to be away filming. On these occasion he prepares the quiz for James to host. Bar meals are served throughout the evening, which is usually a very relaxed and fun event.
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Our 2 course Table d'hote lunch and dinner menus, which will comprise all our best sellers will be available from next week (13th September)
- We are eagerly awaiting the results of the Best Kept Village & Best Kept Village Pub Competition..
- We have also been nominated for several categories within the Voice Magazines 2010 Awards. If you would like to vote for us, please go to the Voice website at www.wearevoice.co.uk
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Many thanks to all of you that have sent cards and gifts for James. He has been immensely touched by all the best wishes he has received. He's currently still in the Gwent and making the most of the rest and relaxation!
The Golden Lion is a traditional village pub and restaurant situated in the heart of Magor, Monmouthshire, midway between Newport and Chepstow. We are situated in the Village Square and as such, play an important role in the life of the village and its inhabitants. The Square is also home to St Mary's Parish Church, the Baptist Chapel, The Post Office, Chemist, Wine Cellar, Florist, Charity Shop and a selection of Take-Away Restaurants and Estate Agents.
The Golden Lion is owned & operated by Julie & James Dawson who took over the pub in October 2008 and have spent the past year renovating the business, the building and gardens. Whilst retaining the village pub ambience they have also now introduced a premium dining restaurant, complete with an award winning chef.
Whilst Julie is a Newport girl (and first visited the Golden Lion in her late teens in the 1980s), James is a fellow Celt from Stirling in Scotland, so you will be sure of a warm welcome.
The Golden Lion is a classic old village pub dating to (c)1600. There are very few records available shedding light on its true history, but as it is returned to its former glory it is hoped that more details will be unearthed. The proximity of Magor to the M4, makes it an ideal "stop off" on a long journey, especially for those travellers looking for a little more comfort that a motorway services can offer.
"We feel passionately about the need to retain the traditional village pubs, along with their values and standards. Far too many pubs are closing or being turned into catefeteria style operations. We operate and manage the day to day running of the pub ourselves, ably assisted by a team of dedicated staff. Our aim is to ensure that all of our customers are able to enjoy a pleasant visit to The Golden Lion and also to ensure that our staff are able to work in a confortable and happy environment. The Golden Lion, being a typical Village Pub has to cater for many varying customers, with a very busy Public Bar, Comfortably, yet bustling Lounge Bar, separate Restaurant and at the moment a regularly packed Patio and Garden Area, complete with Children's Play Equipment. Keeping everyone happy isn't always easy, with such a diverse range in clientele, but common decency, manners and respect for fellow customers prevail!"
Bar Opening Hours/Service
Monday to Thursday 11 am to 11 pm
Friday & Saturday 11 am to 12 midnight
Sunday 12 noon to 10.30 pm
We are open each day from 11 am for Teas, Coffees and Pastries (inc. Sunday)
Bar Snacks
Monday to Thursday 12 noon to 2.30 pm and 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm
Friday & Saturday 12 noon to 9.30 pm
Sunday 3 pm to 9.30 pm
Bar Snacks are available in the Public Bar, Lounge and Gardens (not served in the restaurant)
Restaurant Bookings
Monday to Saturday 12 noon to 2.30 pm & 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm
Sunday Lunch 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm (Sunday Lunch menu only)
Sunday Evening 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm (Restaurant Menu only)
Please also note that we no longer operate a 2 sitting system for Sunday Lunch. Bookings can now be made at a time to suit between 12 noon & 2.30 pm