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The Black Lion Hotel, a charming pub nestled in the heart of Richmond town, offers friendly service and delicious food with the perfect drink pairings. From succulent Sunday roasts to coronation-worthy afternoon teas, this establishment is the perfect retreat for any occasion. With a new seasonal menu launch just around the corner, there's always something to look forward to at The Black Lion Hotel on Finkle Street.
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02/06/2026

Pubs are about more than food and drink – they bring people together and are at the heart of local communities.
That’s why we’re backing , calling for hospitality VAT to be cut from 20% to 10%.
Please stand with us and sign the petition at: www.vatstheproblem.co.uk
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02/06/2026

🔊 Pubs are about more than food and drink – they bring people together and are at the heart of local communities.

That’s why we’re backing hashtag , calling for hospitality VAT to be cut from 20% to 10%.

Please stand with us and sign the petition at: www.vatstheproblem.co.uk

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01/06/2026

🎶 Folk Session – Tuesday Night at The Black Lion 🎶
Join us this Tuesday evening for our monthly Folk Session at The Black Lion!
Whether you're a musician, singer, folk enthusiast, or simply looking for a great night out, everyone is welcome to pull up a chair and enjoy an evening of live traditional music, songs, and good company.
📅 Tuesday (First Tuesday of the Month)
🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM
📍 The Black Lion, Richmond
Bring an instrument, bring your voice, or just bring yourself and soak up the atmosphere.
🍻 Great music, friendly faces, and a warm welcome await.
Everyone Welcome!

01/06/2026

This May, we were proud to reopen another fantastic community pub following a £276k investment – and what a transformation!

🍍 A refreshed main bar
🍍 A dedicated darts and pool zone
🍍 Upgraded AV systems
🍍 Enhanced outdoor drinking areas
🍍 A welcoming team

This pub has it all! Staying at the helm is Management Partner Kate, whose journey at The White Hart, Newton Abbot is a deeply personal one. From customer to team leader, to leading the business, Kate and her daughter Aleesha are thrilled to continue the story.

A true community pub at its finest, with tonnes of potential and a very exciting future ahead. 🤩

Thank you to everyone involved in this transformation. Here’s to many successful years at this cracking pub! 🍻

29/05/2026

🍸 It’s the weekend! 🍸

Why not join us for 2 cocktails for just £12 🍹🍹

Perfect for catching up with friends and starting the weekend the right way 🍻

See you at the bar!

28/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Lynne Metcalfe 🎉

You are the winner of a meal for 4 with us 🍽️🍻

Please send us a message to arrange your booking — we look forward to welcoming you! 😊

28/05/2026

🤩 What a transformation!

We recently unveiled the beautiful transformation of The Duke of Cumberland.

A popular tourist hotspot (for obvious reasons!), this pub has been a favourite in the town for many years.

Now, with a completely new look, feel and management, this fantastic pub has been restored right back to the heart of the community.

🍻 A full internal refresh
🍻 Beautiful beer garden
🍻 Breath-taking surroundings
🍻 New food offer
🍻 A guaranteed warm welcome on every visit…

This pub is well worth the visit! A big thank you to all involved in transforming this wonderful pub.

We’re so excited to see it thrive and flourish! 🙌🏻🍍

27/05/2026

🍽️ 2 British Classics for just £22 🇬🇧

Join us Monday to Thursday and enjoy two of your favourite classic dishes for only £22!

Perfect for a midweek treat with friends, family, or date night ❤️

Available from 5pm at The Black Lion Hotel 🍻
Book your table today!

📞 01748 906397

22/05/2026

☀️ It’s Friday, the sun is shining, and it’s Bank Holiday weekend! 🍻

Join us this weekend at The Black Lion Hotel for delicious food, drinks, and live music 🎶

🎤 Live music with Jamie Dury this Saturday from 8pm

Gather your friends and family and make the most of the long weekend with us ❤️

22/05/2026

As World Cup fever builds across the UK, Dawn from Garricks Head appeared on BBC Breakfast this morning, showing off her brilliantly decorated pub – complete with flags from around the world – and talking all things sport, community, and the huge impact the upcoming tournament can have on our wonderful industry. 🏆🍻

A fantastic opportunity for someone who brings so much passion to celebrating sport at her pub – and even more special after being crowned our Best Sports & Entertainment Pub this year!

We’re so proud of you, Dawn – a total superstar and a complete natural on screen as well. 🤩

If you missed Dawn live this morning, make sure you catch up here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002wknk/breakfast-22052026🙌🏻 🎥

21/05/2026

We’re proud to share another of our latest transformations – this time at the beautiful community pub, The Oak Tree Inn🍻🤩

Here’s how we did it:

🍍 We’ve carefully restored the pub to its countryside roots
🍍 We’ve created a refreshed look that combines traditional character with modern comfort (see for yourself)
🍍 A true community hub – we’ve designed a warm, relaxed and inviting atmosphere, with soft furnishings, a log burner and timeless furniture
🍍 Perfect for families – the outdoor space has been completely redesigned, creating the ideal backdrop for alfresco drinks & dining
🍍 Love food? The Oak Tree Inn boasts a brand-new menu, showcasing Sunday lunches, seasonal dishes and decadent pub classics

What a transformation! Thank you to everyone involved in bringing The Oak Tree Inn back to life! 🫶🏻

You can read more about our latest investment, as well as our latest pub stories over on our website 👉🏻 https://www.punchpubs.com/latest-news/

21/05/2026

🎶 Just 2 more sleeps until Jamie Dury joins us this Saturday night! 🎤🍻

Get ready for a fantastic evening of live music, great drinks, and a brilliant atmosphere at The Black Lion Hotel ✨

📅 Saturday Night
⏰ From 8pm
🎵 Live music with Jamie Dury

Gather your friends and join us for a great Bank Holiday weekend night out! 🍻

20/05/2026

⭐️ COMPETITION TIME ⭐️

Win A V.I.P. Meal For You And Three Friends at the Black Lion Hotel.

To celebrate the launch of our fantastic new Spring / Summer Menu we are giving one lucky person the chance to bring three of their friends to the Black Lion Hotel and enjoy a VIP Meal on us from the new menu!

All you have to do to enter is…
🌟 Like our page
🌟 Tag three friends on Facebook you would bring if you won
🌟 Share this post with your family and friends on Facebook

Then you will qualify for our draw which we will be making in a weeks time.

One lucky person and their friends will be joining us for a very special evening!

Good luck and don’t forget to check out our new menu on the website today! - here’s the link 👇🏻
www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

Michaela and the Team
The Black Lion Hotel

18/05/2026

We’re proud to share another fantastic investment from our Property Team, who recently completed a £340k transformation at The Lion Newtown.

Reopening this May, this wonderful pub has been restored to the heart of the community, featuring:

🍻A redesigned bar area
🎯A dedicated sports zone
🤩A refreshed rear beer garden

At the heart of its success is Management Partner Jessica Walters-Davies, who has played a pivotal role in the pub’s journey for more than 20 years.

With a refreshed offer and a brand-new look and feel, we’re excited to see The Lion continue to thrive for many years to come!✨🫶🏻

18/05/2026

🥧 PIE NIGHT TONIGHT 🥧

Monday evenings are made for proper pie and a cosy catch-up at the pub 😍

From 5pm, enjoy ANY of our delicious pies for just £11 as part of our Monday Pie Night offer 👌

🥧 Steak & Butcombe Ale
🥧 Chicken & Ham Hock
🥧 Cheddar, Gruyère & Onion
🥧 Wild Mushroom Bourguignon

Great food, great atmosphere and the perfect excuse to treat yourself this evening 🍽️✨

📲 Book your table www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

17/05/2026

🍽️ Sundays are made for roast dinners!

Join us for Sunday Lunch at The Black Lion Hotel with delicious Sunday favourites, desserts, and a relaxing atmosphere for the whole family ❤️

Serving from 12pm 🍴
Book your table now and let us do the cooking!

📞 01748 906397
Www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

16/05/2026

🎶🍻 Join us next Saturday evening for the Bank Holiday weekend as we welcome Jamie Dury live from 8pm!

Come along for a great night of live music, drinks, and good vibes 🎤✨

📅 Saturday
⏰ Music starts from 8pm
🎵 Live music with Jamie Dury

Gather your friends and make a night of it at The Black Lion Hotel 🍻

Www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

15/05/2026

Have you seen ? - we’ve got a very tasty curry on our new menu…🤩

Butter chicken in a makhani sauce served with rice, poppadom and an onion bhaji….🥰

Perfect with an ice cold lager or wine…we think it’s what Friday nights are all about…get yourselves booked in 👍🏻

Don’t fancy curry - why not check out the rest of our new menu.
Www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

15/05/2026

The Punch Darts Classic has officially returned – and it’s already hitting the bullseye. 🎯

🔥 240 teams
🍻 190 pubs
📍 From Scotland to Cornwall
➡️ One epic competition bringing communities together

We’re now halfway through, with regional finals in full swing and the competition heating up fast… nerves are tightening, standards are soaring and there’s everything to play for. 👀

🏆 All roads lead to the Grand Final on the 13th of June at the CBS Arena, Coventry, where 16 finalists will battle it out for ultimate bragging rights and pub pride, of course!

With incredible backing from partners like Sky Business, Paddy Power, Heineken and Magnify Marketing, the atmosphere in our pubs has been electric.⚡

Not just a competition, we’ve witnessed packed pubs, big scores and most importantly, communities coming together. 🫶🏻

It’s safe to say… the Punch Darts Classic has well and truly returned with a bang! 🎯

14/05/2026

They’ve done it, and we couldn’t be prouder! ❤️

Today, the BII announced that our amazing Publicans, Eamonn England and Arina Piskunova from the beautiful Windsor Castle pub (N2 8DL), are finalists in this year’s Licensee of the Year Award.

This is a huge achievement. The judges spent over two hours at the pub, looking at every detail: from how they run the business, to how they support their team, to their community work, sustainability efforts, food and drink, and future plans. The judges left no stone unturned.

And, out of more than 800 nominations, only six finalists were chosen. That’s incredible.

The BII recognised them for the difference they make: their impact on the community, the care they show their team, their commitment to doing things the right way, and the X-Factor that makes a pub special.

The Windsor Castle (N2 8DL) pub is an excellent example of an establishment that gives back to their local community. They provide tangible social and economic value to their community, as they push themselves on being a local pub, selling local produce, from local suppliers to local people. Notably, they are also a BII sustainability champion for their work to protect our People, Planet and Pubs.

Eamonn, Arina, and the whole Windsor Castle team, this is so well deserved.
Congratulations, and good luck.

13/05/2026

🍽✨ Our New Menu Starts Today! ✨🍽

The wait is over — our brand new menu launches today and we can’t wait for you to try our delicious new dishes! 😍

From fresh favourites to exciting new flavours, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

📞 Book your table now and be one of the first to experience the new menu!

Www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk
01748 906397

12/05/2026

👨‍🍳🍽 Our staff had a fantastic time enjoying a cook off and tasting session of our brand new menu launching tomorrow!

There were plenty of favourites, lots of laughs, and we honestly can’t wait for you all to try the new dishes for yourselves. 😍

Join us from tomorrow and let us know which one becomes your favourite!

📅 New menu launches tomorrow
🍴 Fresh new dishes
✨ Same great atmosphere

We can’t wait to welcome you! 🍻

12/05/2026

This the theme is action, which is why we want to take the opportunity to shine a light on the incredible work our Management Partners and Publicans do to support people's mental health in their communities.

Pubs are so much more than drinks. As our research with Northumbria University shows, they’re places to relax, chat, laugh, and feel you belong. They help fight loneliness and bring people together. That’s why doing well by doing good sits at the heart of everything we do.

Pubs inspire moments that matter. They’re the heartbeat of the community.
Here’s what our publicans say about caring for their guests’ wellbeing. 💚

As James Wilson, Pheasant Inn, St Newlyn East, shares:
“Friendship, belonging, and wellbeing are in everything we do… small gestures nurture something powerful: a sense of being supported and part of something bigger.”

At the Lord Roberts, Nottingham, Craig Pennington says:
“We build a safe space where everyone is welcome like family.”

For Beth Robinson, Beeswing Inn, East Cowton, North Yorkshire, it’s simple:
“It isn’t always about making money. It’s about giving people a warm, welcoming place where they feel seen.”

And at Top House, Liverpool, Janet Clark reminds us:
“Everyone is going through something. Sometimes people just need a listening ear.”

Because community care starts with opening the door. 💚

See the incredible research Northumbria University, Newcastle, curated to ascertain the social and economic value of pubs: https://www.punchpubs.com/socialvalue/

11/05/2026

Exciting Times! 😀👍🏻

Our new menu launches this Wednesday and is full of tasty options that are perfect for the summer months…

We’ll be updating the menus on the website this week so keep an eye out and keep following our page.

www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

10/05/2026

He's a little video of the Green Howards parade passing the Black Lion Hotel this morning

10/05/2026

🍽️ Sunday Lunch is served at The Black Lion Hotel!

Join us today after the Green Howards parade for a delicious homemade Sunday roast with all the trimmings 😍

Perfect food, cosy atmosphere, and a relaxing Sunday with family and friends 🍷🍺

Serving today — we look forward to welcoming you!

Book a table online
www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

09/05/2026

🍔🍻 Join us today for some delicious food and refreshing drinks at The Black Lion Hotel!

Whether you’re popping in for lunch, dinner, or just a catch up over a pint, we’ve got you covered 🍟🥂

Great food, great drinks, and a warm welcome waiting for you!

07/05/2026

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on Craig Pennington, Publican The Lord Roberts Nottingham. 🍻

Craig contributed to our Public’s House Report, sharing insight into his role within the community and his love for hospitality.

He told us: “For me, hospitality is about people and genuine customer service. When guests walk through the door, it feels like I’m welcoming them into my home. Creating that feeling starts with having the right team around you – a team that helps build a safe space where people can be exactly who they want to be.”

Craig truly is a standout publican, and what he’s achieved over the years is nothing short of remarkable. 👇🏻

From hosting an LGBTQIA+ friendly running club to sponsoring local sports teams, as well as organising weekly quizzes, book clubs and monthly drag performances, Craig and the Lord Roberts team have created a safe, welcoming place where people can meet, connect and feel part of the community. 🫶🏻

Publicans like Craig are vital to pubs and the wider hospitality industry.

Find out more about his story – and other inspirational publicans – in our latest report: https://www.punchpubs.com/socialvalue/

06/05/2026

✨ Exciting News! ✨

Our brand new menu launches next week at The Black Lion Hotel 🍽️🍻

We’ve got some fantastic new dishes coming your way—plus a few favourites you’ll love 👀

Keep an eye on our page for sneak peeks… we can’t wait for you to try it!

05/05/2026

How’s it been a week already? 😲

Last Monday, we invited 200 of our wonderful Publicans and Management Partners to our Support Centre to celebrate their excellence and achievements over the last year and beyond! ✨🍍

And what a night it was!

It’s so inspiring to be in a room full of people who are deeply passionate about hospitality and delivering the very best experiences for their guests – all while being all‑round superstars who run thriving pubs at the heart of their communities.

A huge well done to all of our winners:

🏆 National Publicans of the Year 2026: Dom & Shell Roberts, Anglesey Arms
🏆 Special Recognition Award winner: Trevor & Debra Wilding, Jacksons Arms, Hartlepool
🏆 Best Drinks Award winner: Lindsey Armstrong, Champs Washington
🏆 Best Food Award winner: Alex King & Joseph Clark, The Bull - Much Hadham
🏆 Fireside Pub Award winner: John & Keisha Hodge, The Famous Crown
🏆 Locals Pub Award winner: Stevie & Elaine Spring, Clousden Hill
🏆 Unity Social Award winner: Karen Downes & Michael Going, The Merry Mermaid
🏆 Best Pub Sport & Entertainment Award winner: Dawn Slater, Garricks Head
🏆 Community Pub of the Year winner: Darren & Tina Tester, The Carisbrooke Arms, Gosport
🏆 Doing Well, by Doing Good Award winner: Richard Gordon & Sonya Harvey, The Red Lion Cranford
🏆 Best Newcomer: Kelly Howarth, White Horse

Here’s to next year’s awards and continuing to inspire those moments. 🍻

📸 with thanks to Amanda Forman Commercial Photography

04/05/2026

🎶 Folk Night at The Black Lion 🎶
Join us this Tuesday for a cosy evening of live folk music!
🕢 Starting at 7:30pm
Whether you’re a performer or just love great music, everyone is welcome to come along, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere.
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and settle in for a night of acoustic tunes and good vibes.
See you there! 🎸

04/05/2026

We’re serving food today from 12–9pm this Bank Holiday Monday 🍽️🍻

Why not pop in and enjoy a bite to eat or just join us for a drink?

The perfect way to round off the long weekend ☀️

03/05/2026

🎶 The Morris Men are here this afternoon! 🕺

Come down and join us for some great traditional music, dancing, and a fantastic atmosphere 🍻

Grab a drink, soak up the Mayfest vibes, and enjoy the show!

03/05/2026

Join us this Bank Holiday Sunday for a delicious Sunday lunch 🍽️🍻

With Mayfest activities continuing around town, it’s the perfect day to get out and enjoy the atmosphere 🎶

Pop in, relax, and let us take care of the cooking—see you soon!

www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk

02/05/2026

We’re serving food all day today until 9pm 🍽️🍻

Join us this afternoon for some fantastic folk music and sea shanties 🎶⚓
Then stick around this evening for live music with Sophie Davies 🎤

Great food, great music, and great atmosphere all day—see you soon!

30/04/2026

Connection, conversation, laughter and belonging.

We’ve teamed up with Punch to shine a light on something really important - the role pubs play in bringing people together.

With one pub a day closing its doors across the UK, Punch Pubs has published new research in collaboration with Northumbria University that shows for the very first time the true social and economic value of our pubs

Did you know the average UK pub contributes £1.3m in economic and social value to its local community annually?

In a world where too many people feel isolated, these spaces matter more than ever. Places where you can show up, have a chat, feel part of something - sometimes without even realising how much you needed it.

They’re places where friendships are built, stories are shared, and communities come to life - day in, day out.

Use them.
Support them.
They matter.

Read the full report here:
punchpubs.com/socialvalue

The Exchange

29/04/2026

What. A. Night! 🤩

On Monday, we rolled out the red carpet at our Publican of the Year Awards, welcoming 300 guests – including 200 Publicans & Management Partners – to celebrate and recognise the incredible teams who make our pubs the beating heart of communities across the country. 🫶🏻

A huge congratulations to this year’s winners, our Publicans of the Year 2026: Dom & Shell Roberts of Anglesey Arms, along with all of our category winners and finalists, who continue to raise the bar for hospitality and inspire those moments every day. 🍻

When we talk about our purpose - inspiring those moments - last night was a perfect reflection of that. Here’s to celebrating and recognising excellence for many years to come. ✨

📸 A small snapshot of the best evening - we can't wait to share more of our event with you. Thank you to Amanda Forman Commercial Photography

23/04/2026

We’re delighted to have Radio 2 DJ, presenter and author Sara Cox support us on the launch of The Public’s House Report! 🤩

Raised in a pub, coincidentally named the Pineapple, Sara knows first-hand what they give us: great nights, lasting friendships and a real sense of community. ✨

Supporting our research, in partnership with Northumbria University (Newcastle), she said:
“This research is a powerful reminder of just how much pubs matter, yet more than one pub a day closes, and we lost 366 of them last year alone.

“Nowadays, you can eat, drink, sing, play board games, knit, natter, or attend a book club in a pub – but it doesn’t matter what you do, the most important thing is that we use them. If we don’t, it’ll be far more than somewhere to go and have a pint that we’ll miss out on, our social links and community support will be lost as well.”

Thank you, Sara, for helping to share our message. 🫶🏻

Haven’t read it yet? Take a look at the report here: https://www.punchpubs.com/socialvalue/ 🍍

20/04/2026

Our pubs are more than just a local.

We’ve teamed up with Punch to celebrate the role pubs play in bringing people together - not just for a drink, but for connection, conversation and community.

With one pub closing every day across the UK, this matters more than ever.

New research with Northumbria University shows the true impact - the average UK pub contributes £1.3m a year to its local community.

Places where friendships are built.
Stories are shared.
And people feel part of something.

Read the full report:
punchpubs.com/socialvalue

Use them.
Support them.
They matter.

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12 Finkle Street
Richmond
DL10 4QB

To reach Finkle Street in Richmond, you can take the 55 bus which stops at the Market Place that is a 2-minute walk from Finkle Street. Another option for public transport is taking the train to Richmond Station and walking for around 10 minutes to reach Finkle Street.

Alternatively, if you are driving, you can park at the Friary Gardens car park and walk for approximately 5 minutes to get to Finkle Street.

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 11pm
Tuesday	12pm - 11pm
Wednesday	12pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 11pm

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https://www.blacklionhotelrichmond.co.uk/

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The Black Lion Hotel, located on Finkle Street in the heart of Richmond town, is a charming and friendly pub that offers a perfect retreat for those looking to relax and indulge in delicious food and drinks. The staff at this hotel are warm and welcoming, making you feel right at home as soon as you step through the door. The menu boasts a variety of mouth-watering dishes that are sure to satisfy any craving, while the drinks selection is equally impressive with something for everyone. Whether you're stopping by for a quick coffee and mini pudding or treating your dad to a pint or two on Father's Day, the Black Lion Hotel has got you covered. And if you're looking for work, they're currently hiring bubbly bar staff who love all things tipples! So why not come down and enjoy one of their famous Sunday roasts with your loved ones? Let them take care of the washing up while you soak up the homely charm of this delightful pub.

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