Red Lion

Are you ready to take on a characterful, well-loved village pub with food, letting rooms and genuine growth potential The Red Lion Inn in Meliden offers a rare opportunity to put your stamp on a traditional North Wales pub that already enjoys strong local support, steady tourist trade, and clear opportunities to grow drink sales through increased activity and entertainment.

The Red Lion Inn is a detached, two-storey village pub tucked just off the main road in Meliden, perfectly positioned between Prestatyn, Dyserth and the North Wales coast. What sets this pub apart is its versatility: it successfully blends the feel of a traditional local with a destination food pub and casual tourist stop.

The business is currently food-led, with menus running from breakfast through to evening dining, appealing to families, walkers, golfers and visitors. There is a solid wet trade supported by a wide range of lagers, bitters, spirits and wines, plus Guinness and a cask ale. There is clear scope to grow drinks sales further by introducing more regular activities such as quizzes, live music, themed evenings, and the possible introduction of sports viewing to encourage longer dwell time and repeat visits.

Internally, the pub offers a traditional main bar, a separate lounge/dining area and a small tap room, allowing flexible use of space throughout the day. Externally, the spacious garden with play area is a real asset, particularly for families, and the outdoor space already lends itself well to pizza nights, functions and informal events.

The customer profile is a balanced mix of local regulars, families, walkers, golfers and tourists, with strong seasonal uplift during holidays.

Private Accommodation

The Red Lion benefits from 3 private bedroom accommodations and two en-suite letting rooms finished to a good standard. These rooms provide an additional income stream and flexibility for the operator, making the business suitable for a couple or small family.