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The Lion Hotel

📍
Main Street, Buckden PE19 5XA, United Kingdom
Meeting RoomsHotel

Historic coaching inn in Buckden village offering meeting rooms, dining facilities and accommodation in a charming rural setting.

About This Venue

The Lion Hotel is a traditional English coaching inn located in the picturesque village of Buckden, Cambridgeshire. This historic venue combines old-world charm with modern amenities, offering flexible meeting and event spaces suitable for corporate gatherings, private celebrations, and conferences. The hotel features comfortable accommodation, restaurant facilities, and well-equipped meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 80 delegates. Located in the heart of rural Cambridgeshire, the venue provides easy access to major transport links while maintaining a peaceful countryside atmosphere perfect for focused business meetings and memorable events.

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Indicative Budget
£1,800£3,400
Typical day-delegate event for ~40 guests
Capacity (max)
80
Typical attendees
40
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (40 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

80
Maximum Capacity
60
Theatre Style
80
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Main Conference Room

45
60
202430

Private Dining Room

35
30
161820

2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 60 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Restaurant
Bar
Accommodation
Parking
Garden areas
Historic building
Natural lighting

📐 Space Specifications

200
Total Space (m²)
2.8m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Hotel space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts

🎯 Suitable For

📋Business Meetings
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Private Dining
📋Corporate Events
📋Training Sessions

♿ Accessibility

Ground floor accessibleAccessible parking availablePlease contact venue for specific accessibility requirements

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Buckden is served by local bus routes connecting to Huntingdon (6 miles) which has direct rail links to London King's Cross (45 minutes). Cambridge is 25 miles away with comprehensive rail connections.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

Free on-site parking available for hotel guests and event attendees. Additional street parking in village centre.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

7 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

60
theatre
20
boardroom
30
classroom
24
u shape
40
cabaret
80
reception
50
dining
50
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 80 guests in various configurations
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen and Wi-Fi available
Is catering available?
Full catering services available with restaurant onsite
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for guests

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Main Street
PE19 5XA, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Meeting RoomsRestaurantConference Venue

Venue Location

Main Street, Buckden, PE19 5XA

Marker
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 80 guests in various configurations

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Standard AV equipment including projector, screen and Wi-Fi available

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available with restaurant onsite

Q: Is there parking available?

A: On-site parking available for guests

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Cromwell Museum Experience
9.6 km (6 mi)

📍Nature Reserve

📍
Grafham Water Nature Reserve
12.1 km (7.5 mi)
📍
Wicken Fen Wetland Centre
32.2 km (20 mi)

📍Country Park

📍
Hinchingbrooke Country Park
8 km (5 mi)

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Cambridge University Historic Colleges
40.2 km (25 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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