Indulge in British pub classics like beer-battered fish & chips, 100% British Beef Burgers, and Homemade Pies, all crafted from scratch using the finest locally sourced ingredients from trusted family farms and butchers.
We take pride in making everything from scratch, ensuring fresh, high-quality flavours in every dish. Our quintessentially British pub offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, complemented by stunning outdoor spaces, perfect for birthdays, christenings, baby showers, celebrations of life or any special occasion.
With an exciting calendar of monthly events and seasonal offers, there's always something happening at our pub. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed meal, a Sunday roast, or a lively evening with friends, we can't wait to welcome you!
Visit us in Houghton Regis, Dunstable for exceptional food, a friendly atmosphere, and an unforgettable dining experience.
Sun 15th Feb 2026 19:11
Mother’s Day at The Old Red Lion 💐
Join us to celebrate Mum with a delicious meal she’ll truly enjoy.
🍽 2 course & 3 course set menus available
📅 Mothers Day Menu Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th
🫖 Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea available throughout March
🥂 Special treat:
Book by the end of February for Afternoon Tea between 9th–14th February and enjoy a FREE Prosecco upgrade.
🌸 Book your table now and make Mum feel extra special this Mother’s Day 🌸
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Sun 15th Feb 2026 10:00
Join us at The Old Red Lion for Sunday Lunch 🍽️
Our delicious, gold-standard carvery is served every day, with five different meats every Sunday, plus all the trimmings you know and love.
It’s the perfect excuse for a proper Sunday roast, come and join us, we’d love to see you!
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Sun 15th Feb 2026 09:32
Make Sunday something to look forward to 🍽️
There’s nothing quite like a traditional Sunday roast. Join us for five perfectly roasted meats every week:
Beef | Pork | Turkey | Gammon | Lamb
We use locally sourced cuts, crispy hand peeled potatoes, fresh seasonal vegetables, and lashings of rich, flavourful gravy. A delicious meat free option is always available.
Bring the family, settle in, and leave the cooking to us. Join us this Sunday for a roast done properly!
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Sat 14th Feb 2026 10:00
❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️
What better way to celebrate than with one of our hand crafted cocktails? 🍸
From our fragrant Rozel Vodka Espresso Martini paired with our delicious set Valentine’s menu, everything is designed to make your evening extra special.
✨ A few tables still remaining, join us, raise a glass, and celebrate Valentine’s in style ❤️🥂
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Fri 13th Feb 2026 11:00
❤️ Valentine’s Day is nearly here! ❤️
Our Valentine’s Menu is running today and tomorrow, and we still have a little availability. Join us for a relaxed, romantic meal and finish your evening on a sweet note with one of our delicious puddings from the set Valentine’s menu 🍰
There’s still time to book, we’d love to welcome you for a lovely Valentine’s celebration ❤️🥂
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Thu 12th Feb 2026 10:00
😋 Pork Belly Thursdays 😋
Every Thursday, enjoy perfectly roasted pork belly on our carvery, cooked until beautifully tender with irresistibly crispy crackling. Served with all the trimmings, golden roasties, and rich gravy, it’s the ultimate comfort food and a must try for pork lovers.
📅 Every Thursday (other meat option and pie also available)
Delicious, indulgent, and the perfect excuse for a midweek carvery treat 🍽️🔥
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Wed 11th Feb 2026 10:00
✨ Carvery Lamb Wednesdays are here! ✨
Every Wednesday, we’re bringing you beautifully roasted lamb on our carvery, served alongside another choice of meat and a homemade pie because one great option is never enough 😉
Crispy roasties, rich gravy, all the trimmings… midweek roasts just got a whole lot better.
📅 Every Wednesday
Join us today! Come hungry, bring your appetite, and tuck into a carvery worth talking about 🔥🍽️
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Tue 10th Feb 2026 10:43
❤️ Join Us for Valentine’s Dining ❤️
Our Valentine’s Menu is available 12th–14th February.
Set the mood and enjoy a relaxed, romantic meal designed for sharing, celebrating, and indulging together.
From our Amore Mare Tagliatelle to our gold standard carvery, every dish is crafted to make your evening extra special ✨
📅 Menu available 12th–14th February
💫 A few tables remain for Saturday, book now and celebrate Valentine’s with us ❤️🥂
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Mon 9th Feb 2026 09:59
💎 Exciting News for Diamond Members! 💎
Our Lighter Bites menu has just had its BEST upgrade yet 🎉
You can now enjoy:
🍽️ Carvery option
🧑🍳 Bubble & squeak starter
If you haven’t joined our Diamond Club yet, now’s the perfect time! A rewards club for over 50s, with great value and exclusive perks.
🕰️ Lighter Bites available Monday–Friday, 12–4pm
Come along, enjoy the new dishes, and treat yourself to these fantastic upgrades! We can’t wait to welcome you! 🌿
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Sun 8th Feb 2026 10:00
Join us for Sunday Carvery 🍽️
Sundays are made for a proper carvery and we do it right.
Enjoy FIVE delicious roasted meats every Sunday:
Beef | Pork | Turkey | Gammon | Lamb
Our carvery features locally sourced meats, hand peeled potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and plenty of rich gravy. Build your plate exactly how you like it with a meat-free option also available.
Gather the family, take a seat, and let us do the cooking.
Join us this Sunday for a roast everyone will love.
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Fri 6th Feb 2026 10:28
🐟✨ It’s Fish & Chip Friday! ✨🐟
One of our most popular classics, our signature fish and chips, served with chunky chips, tartar sauce, and garden peas, simple, proper, and delicious.
💎 Diamond Club members enjoy 20% off Monday–Friday, so there’s really no excuse!
Join us today and make a meal of it 🍽️
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Thu 5th Feb 2026 10:38
Valentine’s plans? We’ve got you covered. 💕
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and there’s still time to book a table. Our Valentine’s menu will be available from 12th–14th February, perfect for a relaxed evening over good food.
Book now and join us for Valentine’s.
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Wed 4th Feb 2026 10:13
Let’s be honest… it’s not really a carvery without the Yorkshire puddings.
Our Yorkshire puddings are homemade, and for some people, they’re the main event.
Our carvery is available 7 days a week, so come and build your plate exactly how you like it, just don’t forget to leave room for the Yorkshires.
Who's joining us for a carvery this week? 🍽️
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Tue 3rd Feb 2026 19:53
Have you booked your table for hitmix bingo tomorrow night?
Theres still time to book 🎉
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Tue 3rd Feb 2026 10:00
Tuesdays mean Homemade pie, with a drink on us.
Join us every Tuesday for homemade pies, including favourites from our carvery. Enjoy it all for £16.95, with a drink on us. Choose from a pint, a glass of house wine or a soft drink.
An easy midweek treat, and one worth looking forward to. Every Tuesday.
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Mon 2nd Feb 2026 10:09
🎶🍕 Hit Mix Bingo lands back at The Old Red Lion this Wednesday! 🍕🎶
Get ready for a night of big tunes, big laughs and plenty of shouting BINGO!
⏰ Only days to go and tables are booking up quickly — don’t leave it too late!
📅 Wednesday 4th February
🎟️ £3 per game
Round up your friends, grab a drink, order some food and join the fun. Pizza deals available on the night 🍻🍕
👉 Book your table now and make sure you’re part of it! 🎉🎶
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Mon 2nd Feb 2026 09:40
Welcome to The Diamond Club ✨
A little extra sparkle for your weekdays. If you’re over 50, our Diamond Club is completely free to join and full of tasty perks.
Enjoy lighter bites from Monday–Friday, 12–4pm, plus 20% off our à la carte menu on weekdays. More time to relax, more reasons to dine.
💎 Sign up in house or on our website and start enjoying the benefits.
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Sun 1st Feb 2026 10:08
🥔🥩 Name a better lunch… we’ll wait! 🍽️✨
Our homemade Sunday Carvery is here to make your weekend complete.
Build your perfect plate with juicy roast meats, golden potatoes, and all the trimmings you love.
Why cook when you can join us for comfort food at its best?
Join us today! 😋
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Fri 30th Jan 2026 09:59
🥂 Last chance for FREE Prosecco this Valentine’s at The Old Red Lion 💘
Join us this Valentine’s Day for our special set menu, available 12th, 13th & 14th February.
✨ 2 courses – £26.95
✨ 3 courses – £31.95
Book before the end of January and enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbles on us, don’t miss out!
Perfect food, perfect company… join us and book now 💗
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Thu 29th Jan 2026 14:31
Are you ready to sip, sing, shout… BINGO! 🎶🍻
⏰ Less than one week to go! Hit Mix Bingo is nearly here at The Old Red Lion and tables are filling up fast.
📅 Wednesday 4th February
🕐 7pm start
🎟️ £3 per game
On every Hit Mix Bingo night, we’ve got some great deals too:
🍕🍕 2 pizzas + 2 beers for £30
🍕🍕 2 pizzas + a bottle of wine for £35
Grab your mates, grab a drink, enjoy some food and get involved! Book your table now and don’t miss out! 🎉🍕🎶
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Thu 29th Jan 2026 10:35
🍽️ Roast with us every day!
That’s right, our carvery is available 7 days a week, so there’s no need to wait for Sunday.
✨ A selection of meats carved daily
✨ All your favourite classic sides
✨ Plenty of piping hot gravy
Everything you love about a proper carvery, served fresh every day. Come and load up your plate, enjoy a great roast, and save while you roast 🔥
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Wed 28th Jan 2026 10:25
Your new go to lunch spot is here 🍽️
Pop in and enjoy a lighter lunch from our delicious lunch menu, choice of freshly made sandwiches, jacket potatoes and classic omelettes, all served Monday to Friday from 12–4pm.
Our main menu is also available, so whether you’re after something light or feeling a little hungrier, we’ve got you covered.
Great food, great drinks, and a warm welcome waiting, come and join us for lunch!
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Tue 27th Jan 2026 10:00
Tuesdays mean Homemade pie, with a drink on us.
Join us every Tuesday for homemade pies, including favourites from our carvery. Enjoy it all for £16.95, with a drink on us. Choose from a pint, a glass of house wine or a soft drink.
An easy midweek treat, and one worth looking forward to.
Every Tuesday.
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Mon 26th Jan 2026 15:33
Have you booked your table for Hitmix bingo next wednesday 🎶🎉
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Mon 26th Jan 2026 10:09
💎✨ Over 50? It’s your time to shine! ✨💎
Come and join us to dine from our Diamond Club, for guests aged 50 and over who love great food and even better value.
Enjoy smaller portions of our same high quality dishes, perfect for lighter lunches or when you fancy a little less without compromising on quality. 🍽️
As a Diamond Club member, you’ll unlock exclusive weekday offers, including 20% off our main menu Monday to Friday and access to our Lighter Bites specials.
🎉 Oh, and the best part? It’s completely free to join!
Sign up and start enjoying the perks today! 😄
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Sun 25th Jan 2026 10:00
Searching for the perfect Sunday carvery? Look no further! 🍽️
Our gold standard carvery is full of delicious homemade food, slow cooked meats, and all the trimmings, with great service from our amazing team in our warm and welcoming restaurant.
Gather your family & friends and join us today for a Sunday roast to remember! Who’s joining us? 😋
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Fri 23rd Jan 2026 11:00
💕 Have you booked for Valentine’s Day yet? 💕
If not, now’s the time! Book before the end of January and enjoy a FREE glass of Prosecco on arrival 🥂
Just quote “Early Bird” when you book.
Our chefs have put together a menu full of delicious dishes with something for everyone including our gold standard carvery.
Here’s a little sneak peek at our lemon & caper hake… fresh, full of flavour and we can't wait to share it 😍
You’ve got one week left to book to enjoy free Prosecco.
Book your table now and celebrate Valentine’s with us! 💕🍽️🥂
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Thu 22nd Jan 2026 19:00
🎶 Less than two weeks until Hit Mix Bingo 🎶
Our first night is happening Wednesday 4th February at The Old Red Lion, and there’s still time to book..
It’s music bingo, great tunes and great funt
We’ve also got some great food & drink offers on the night:
🍕🍕 2 pizzas + 2 beers for £30
🍕🍕 2 pizzas + a bottle of wine for £35
If you’re thinking of coming along, now’s the time to book.
Reserve your table and join us for a fun night of music bingo. 🍻🎶
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Wed 21st Jan 2026 11:00
Planning something special in 2026? We’d love to help you celebrate it at The Old Red Lion.
From wedding celebrations and vow renewals to baby showers, birthdays, celebration of life gatherings, and all those important milestone moments in between, we host it all. With a range of beautiful event spaces, including our marquee, we can help create the perfect setting for your occasion.
If you’re thinking about hosting an event or would like to chat through ideas, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
📧 theoldredlion@countrydining.co.uk
We’re always happy to help and would love to hear from you.
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