THE RED LION

17 High Street, Soham, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5HA
Tel: 01353 720843
E-Mail:
Official Website: www.sohamredlion.co.uk

The Red Lion Pub was recorded existing in 1656, The Red Lion is again mentioned in 1677, it occupies a thatched house on the High Street with five bay windows, one storied with dormers. Red Lion Square so named since the 1850's got its name from the pub. Auctions were held here in the late 1800's onwards, also inquests are recorded being held here in the late 19th century. The Star of Charity Lodge off Odd Fellows held its meetings and dinners here from 1844 till they moved to the Court House in 1898 as the growing membership needed larger accommodation, also The Provident Lodge of Ancient Shepherds are recorded holding meetings here in the late 1800's. The Red Lion in 1830 and 1839 is being used as an Excise office. The picture above shows the ancient hostelry, 'The Red Lion' photographed in about 1910, during the time that the Martin family held the license. In the doorway is Mrs Martin, holding a very young Josh Martin Junior.