Lion & Snake

About

Pubs

Price Range : Under $10 (£)

  • star
    Yelp rating
    4 stars

Location

Adress: 79 Bailgate, Lincoln, LN1 3AR

Phone: +44 1522 576667

Business info

  • group
    Good for Groups
    Yes
  • volume_up
    Noise Level
    Average
  • local_bar
    Alcohol
    Full Bar
  • transit_enterexit
    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes

Reviews

  • Qype User (Templa…)

    star star star star star_border 19 June 2026

    A cosy old pub in the Bail.
    it is deceptively large with loads of nooks and crannies, in a charming old building.
    It has its origins dating back to 1549 and was formerly known as the Earl of Scarborough Arms.

    The Lion & Snake claims to have at least two ghosts.
    One takes the form of an old woman with her grey hair tied up in a bun - she is said to look completely solid and has been mistaken for a real person on one occassion.
    Another entity takes the form of a scruffy man, and has been observed vanishing through a solid wall.

    Can get busy during the tourist season as it is close to all the Upper Hill attractions. it also seems to be an after work haunt of the security men from the Castle courts. Quiz night is Tuesday.
    There is quite a range of decent food in this pub that has lots of character, comfort and a warm atmosphere. it may be a little shabby but that is part of the charm.

    Bit scary but they appear to have regular speed dating nights now for £20 eek.

  • Derek Y.

    star star star star star_border 19 June 2026

    Good standard chain pub. Good beer at good prices. Buckets of decent enough pub food, also at good prices. Nice big beer garden.

  • BEN U.

    star star star star star_border 9 June 2026

    A nice clean pub close to Linclon Cathedral

  • Tricia L.

    star star star star star 4 June 2026

    I came here last night for the first time and really enjoyed sitting in the beer garden with friends. Atmosphere of this place is lovely

  • Qype User (wanna_…)

    star star star star star_border 1 June 2026

    Very friendly staff! stays open quite late.

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