Babcary

Somerset

Somerset’s ‘Prettiest Pub’ Welcomes 50 Tourists Seeking Classic British Charm

Nestled in the heart of Somerset, The Red Lion in Babcary has long been cherished as one of the county’s most charming watering holes. This year, it unexpectedly became the stunning backdrop for a unique visitors’ experience …

By Charles Bowser · Saturday 2 August 2025 · 2 min read

Somerset

Legal Battle over Somerset Pub's Holiday Lets Conversion

A Somerset pub, The Red Lion Inn, has lost a legal challenge in its attempt to convert existing overnight accommodation into permanent homes. The pub, dating back to the 17th century, applied to convert an outbuilding housing …

By James Robinson · Saturday 23 December 2023 · 2 min read