Lion Hotel Dulverton

I have not been to the Lion since it changed hands back along. Yesterday I found myself in the mood for a pizza and as the pub does Pizza Mondays (I had seen this advertised on social media) I thought I would pop in and treat myself to one. Boy, do I wish I hadn't bothered... I was met by a very sullen and curt bar member. I immediately felt that I was imposing despite the fact that there was only one customer standing at the bar. When I asked if I could order a pizza he responded by asking if I had pre-ordered. I had not as I did not believe this to have been essential. I have scrutinised the website and I can not find any stipulation that pre-ordering is mandatory. I was then told it would "probably be a no" but he would check. There then followed a distant conversation between the barman and (I assume) the Chef which was held in German. Thus, I have no idea what was actually discussed. Ultimately I was told no - I could not order a pizza. Given that there were no more than a dozen folks in the pub I found that to be somewhat perplexing. However, I accepted my defeat with grace (ish) and departed. I have lived in the area all my life and frequented the pub on numerous occasions when the previous owners were there. That was the first and LAST time I will ever set foot in there.

Comfortable, clean, welcoming. Delicious curries for dinner on Tuesdays, and delicious breakfasts too. Dulverton is a lovely town, with high quality independent shops, and access to lovely walking.

Very comfortable bed, very clean duvet and pillows etc, very lovely staff, very lovelely breakfast, very lovely location. We could not have had a better experience.