We Love —
- Relax into a Georgian Coaching Inn for a cosy retreat in the small town of Long Melford.
- Discover the hidden treasures of rural Suffolk and as a dog-friendly hotel, bring along your best four-legged friend!
- Our members have a choice between a Good Room or a Best Room and will delight in breakfast and a two-course dinner served daily!
The Black Lion —
Just for you:
- 10 GBP off per night for stays of 2 nights or more (already reflected in the total sales price)
Welcome to The Black Lion, a cosy Georgian Coaching Inn along the Melford Mile, known for a hearty Sunday lunch, popular amongst locals and rambling visitors alike. Picture inviting interiors, a classic welcoming pub atmosphere, and warming fireplaces. The restaurant offers a thoughtfully crafted menu and serves delicious home-made dishes from fresh local produce, with exceptional attention to detail. As each room is individually styled, this hotel is perfect for guests looking for an intimate, authentic country retreat. The Black Lion is dog-friendly, so please contact the hotel in advance for further information about bringing your best four-legged friends!
Your Room —
Just for you:
- Complimentary late check-out until 1pm
This offer is based on a choice between a Good Room and a Best Room.
Good Room
Relax into your cosy Good Room for a peaceful stay. Your room showcases a large double bed with Egyptian cotton sheets, a flat screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and Bramley bathroom amenities.
BEST ROOM
Unpack your bags and settle in to your stay in the Best Room! Stylishly decorated and with extra space to enjoy and unwind in during your staycation.
Your Dining Choices
Just for you:
- Breakfast and a two-course meal included each night of your stay
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay, with a two-course dinner included daily.
The Black Lion offers a cosy dining environment to sample delicious dishes from a thoughtfully crafted menu. Catering to all tastes and dietary requirements, delight in exquisite attention to detail and impeccable presentation. Packed full of flavour, expect to see British classics on the menu such as Suffolk grey oyster mushrooms, lamb rump and local beef sirloin. The menu changes seasonally, with a separate Sunday menu, and an extensive wine list on offer.
Your Time
At the heart of Long Melford, this old Georgian Coaching Inn overlooks the village green. Head out to explore one of the many lovely rambles of the area, or make the 15-minute walk to Kentwell Hall and discover the impressive manor house and parklands open to the public. Within driving distance of Long Melford are the pretty Tudor town of Levenham and historic Bury St Edmonds.
Your Destination —
A small market town in rural Suffolk, Long Melford is a treasure trove for visitors looking to meander historic streets, ramble gorgeous countryside, and dip into independent boutiques and antique shops. Check the dates of the monthly Farmer's Market to sample some delicious local fare! Take a stroll through the 8-hectare Long Melford Park before seeking out a hearty Sunday Roast, or head out to one of the nearby country estates, Kentwell Hall or The National Trust's Melford Hall. The area is known for Tudor architecture with Kentwell Hall's impressive manor house and parkland to roam, while pretty Lavenham and its pastel-coloured half-timbered houses are within a short drive away. Sudbury is home to Friar's Meadow - the perfect picnic spot by a river - and the town boasts the National Centre for Gainsborough, the largest art gallery in Suffolk showcasing the famous works of the celebrated British artist.
Suffolk has many offerings for those looking for a peaceful retreat to the countryside or a deep dive into beautiful examples of historic architecture. Bury St Edmonds is worth a visit with its Abbey Gardens, a favourite among history buffs, or soak up some culture at Britain's only surviving Regency playhouse, the Theatre Royal.