Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Blue Lion
In or near Colsterdale.
The Blue Lion in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Phil Platt — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Leyburn · 5.1 km
About
The Blue Lion is a historic pub in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Ure Grasslands SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Blue Lion is a pub located in East Witton, Yorkshire, within the postcode area DL8. It is situated near the River Ure Grasslands, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, offering a selection of drinks and typical pub fare in a rural setting. The location provides access to the surrounding natural landscape, making it a convenient stop for those exploring the area.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2697, -1.7790
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- East Witton
- Postcode
- DL8 4SN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Richmond and Northallerton
- Nearest railway station
- Leyburn — 5.1 km
- Official site
- www.thebluelion.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26473539 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Blue Lion?
- The Blue Lion is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DL8 4SN), in the parish of East Witton.
- What is The Blue Lion?
- The Blue Lion in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Blue Lion?
- The nearest railway station is Leyburn, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode DL8 4SN.
- Is The Blue Lion a protected site?
- Yes — The Blue Lion is part of the River Ure Grasslands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Blue Lion?
- The nearest railway station is Leyburn, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DL8 4SN.