Invented between 1934 and 1948 by Giuseppe Cipriani, founder of Harry’s Bar in Venice, the Bellini is a luxurious and refreshing cocktail that has swiftly become a year-round favourite. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just feeling a little bit fancy, in our opinion the Bellini is a winning cocktail! If you want to […]
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Christmas has finally arrived and the festivities are in full swing! Over the next couple of weeks, there will be a flurry of festive parties, meals and family gatherings to look forward to. And we are here for it! In the spirit of the season, we’re holding a huge giveaway over on our Facebook page! […]
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The weather outside may be frightful, but we’ve made like Santa this winter and delivered a new menu that’s guaranteed to warm you up! Introducing our new winter gastro menu, packed full of comfort food to make you go ‘mmm’. And the best thing about it is, you don’t have to worry about the washing […]
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Planning a wedding is time-consuming and, for some, can be quite stressful. And when it comes to researching and visiting wedding venues in Derbyshire, keeping on top of all the information you’re getting, and remembering to ask your own questions, can be a difficult juggling act. To make things a bit easier for you while […]
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Just in time for the festive season, we’re kicking off a new series of blogs here at The Lion Hotel. And it’s all about cocktails! This week, we’ll be taking a look at the quintessential Mojito! Made from a combination of white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water and mint, this iconic Cuban drink is […]
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We are incredibly proud to be one of several local business and hotels in Belper. In recent years, the town has done great things to connect with the local community. The love for Belper is stronger now than has even been. In fact, it now has its very one website (lovebelper.co.uk) to help you keep […]
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Half term is here again! Who can believe it?! But if there’s one thing we do know at The Lion Hotel, it’s that pizza is always a winner when it comes to the kids. So, if you’re going a bit stir crazy this week between the pumpkin carving and endless demands for snacks, why not […]
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Do you fancy yourself as the next Ed Sheeran? Or perhaps you’re more of an Adele in the making? Whatever your music style, if you’re a musician in Derby, we want to hear from you. Because every other Sunday, we’re proudly hosting The Sunday Open Lounge. A chance for the newest, most ambition musicians in […]
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Win Afternoon Tea For 4 People At The Lion Hotel What’s not to love about the quintessentially British tradition of Afternoon Tea? It was around 1840 that this treasured ritual found its way on to British shores. And we’ve never really looked back since then! Introduced as a sort of ‘top up’ meal between lunch […]
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We’re big fans of local talent. And at JC hotels in Belper, we love hosting live music events. Particularly when we get to entertain our guests with the best Derbyshire has to offer! This month, we’re really proud to present Derby band Swamptrash at The Lion Hotel in Belper on Saturday 19th October. Upcoming Events […]
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Our Tips For Choosing Wedding Venues in Derbyshire You’re engaged! First of all, a big congratulations. It’s likely you’ve spent the first month or so since they popped the question admiring your ring and adding wedding dress ideas to your Pinterest account. But now it’s time to get into the nitty gritty and start actually […]
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This New Year’s Eve, you could spend the evening curled up on the sofa watching Jools Holland and bedding down just after the fireworks… Or, you could join us here at The Lion Hotel for our exciting Masquerade Ball New Year’s Eve party in Derbyshire! Welcome The New Year In Style 2020 is going to […]
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No matter which way you slice it, September 5th marks a momentous day. Yes, that’s right. It’s National Cheese Pizza day! And that means cheesy puns (sorry!) and a slice or three at one of the best pizza restaurants in Derby. National Cheese Pizza Day 2019 We’re not entirely sure of the origins of National […]
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Here at The Lion Hotel, we’re waving goodbye to summer with a stomach filling giveaway! As the colder weather arrives and the evenings get shorter, it’s always nice to have something to look forward to. And here’s your chance to get involved. On our Facebook page, we’re giving away a tasty £50 voucher to spend […]
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Last month Selfridges opened their famous Christmas Shop with nearly 150 days to go until the big day. Well if it’s not too early for them, then it’s not too early for us to tell you that our Christmas menus are now available. We’re already taking bookings for Christmas and New Year 2019, so here […]
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The Champion High Street Award recognises the UK’s best high streets with exceptionally strong local communities who are leading the way to the high streets of the future. This award judges high streets on four pillars of success: their community, their customer experience, their environment and their digital transformation. And this year the wonderful town […]
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Sunday the 21st July 2019 is Junk Food Day! So, if there is any day to treat yourself to something a little bit naughty, Sunday is the day! Junk Food Day is all about indulging yourself and eating anything you want. The natural assumption you think of when you mention junk food is crisps, chocolate, […]
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The 21st June marks the official start of summer (although no one has told the weather) and our hotel in Belper has been looking forward to this moment all year. There’s quite like our hotel under the sunshine! Longer and warmer nights spent with friends and family whilst enjoying delicious food and cold drinks. What […]
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Derbyshire is a beautiful county for a short break or a longer summer holiday. Amongst the choice of hotels in Derbyshire, The Lion Hotel in Belper is a great place for a long weekend or a holiday this summer. Here you will receive the warmest of welcomes, a friendly atmosphere and outstanding service which is […]
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Father’s Day is a time to get the whole family together and show your appreciation for Dad. The Lion Hotel in Belper is one of the best restaurants in Derbyshire to treat your Dad and make him feel special. With a warm and friendly atmosphere, a great selection of drinks and several menus to choose […]
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