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The Golden Lion

Name: The Golden Lion
Address: 17 Estcourt Road, Watford Rural, WD172PT, GB
Telephone: +441923246824
Price range: £
Rating: 4.7

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The Golden Lion is a great British pub at the heart of the community. Golden Lion does all three. Everything you want from your local pub.
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Welcome to Golden Lion - Big on Sport, Big on Value - Looking for the best place in Watford to catch the match, grab a great deal, or enjoy a relaxed pint? Expect great deals and promotions, big screen sport, pub games and a friendly local crowd.

23/06/2026

🦁 THE JOURNEY CONTINUES: ENGLAND VS GHANA! 🦁

The flags are up, the screens are primed, and the atmosphere is going to be absolutely electric as the Three Lions take on Ghana!

⚽️Can they secure a massive result?

⏰ Kick-Off: 9 PM

Are you joining us tonight? If so, let’s make some noise!

Comment your score prediction below👇

22/06/2026

📅 WE’RE INTO WEEK THREE! 🏆

⚽️The drama is heating up, the stakes are higher, and the fixtures this week are absolute blockbusters. Check out the graphic to see exactly when the biggest games are kicking off! 📺

Whether you’re celebrating a massive win or biting your nails through ninety minutes of tension, there is no better place to experience the tournament than right here with a proper matchday atmosphere. 🍻

✨🔥 Make Every Minute Count with 'Pub Perks'

Don't forget to scan your Pub Perks app every time you order! 📱

Every drink, every round, and every matchday builds up your bank of points*. If you've not picked up your Pub Perks card, pick one up in the pub next time you visit!🔥

*T&CS: https://nuvi.me/4xitdu

18/06/2026

What a game! And what a result for England!

Did you join us last night for the game? Or have you visited us for any other World Cup games?

We'd love it if you left us a review! Head to our Google and TripAdvisor pages and let us know how your experience was! Or, leave us a review here on Facebook!

Your feedback means a lot to the hardworking team here at the pub!

We can't wait to see you at the next game.

17/06/2026

🦁 THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER! 🦁

Only a few hours to go until England kick off their 2026 World Cup journey at 9pm tonight, and the atmosphere is already building! ⚽️

Heading along to watch the game later? Why not get down here early, grab a drink, and join us for Portugal vs DR Congo, live from 6pm! 🍻

Tag your matchday squad below and let’s get behind the team! 👇

16/06/2026

Let the evening be-gin! 🍸 Happy World Gin Day!

Come down and explore our great gin collection. Whether you're a classic London Dry loyalist, crave a splash of fruity flavour, or prefer to keep it crisp with our 0.0% options—we’ve got the perfect pour waiting for you.

✨Plus, why settle for a single? Make it a double with our Double-Up deal on selected gins, available all day, every day!*

🥂See you at the pub!

*T&Cs apply: https://nuvi.me/41t5rz

15/06/2026

🏆The biggest tournament in the world is underway. There's already been some HUGE moments, and there's plenty more games to go!

Here's all the biggest fixtures outwith the home nations that we're showing live (time difference permitting! ⏰😅)

Which games are you joining us for? Let us know in the comments! 🍻⚽️

14/06/2026

Cheers to Dad! Swap the gift cards for a proper catch-up this Father’s Day. 🍻

There’s no better way to say "thanks, Dad" than treating him to a pint or glass of his favorite, in his favorite local. This Sunday, bring him down to the pub for a well-deserved drink, great banter, and a relaxed afternoon.

Why spend Father's Day with us?
🍺The perfect pour: We've got the beer fridge stocked and the taps ready with lagers, spirits, 0.0 options and more!
🤩Quality time: Unwind, pull up a stool, and enjoy a proper catch-up without any distractions.
😎Top-tier atmosphere: Good tunes, great company, and the best pub vibes in town.

And we've also got the Spain v Saudi Arabia game on our big screens - if that's Dad's thing!

Get the first round in and make his weekend. No bookings required—just head on down!👇 See you at the bar!

11/06/2026

IT'S WORLD CUP DAY! 🏆

We are SO excited the World Cup is finally here!

As well as all the amazing football action on show over the next few weeks, there's so much more to enjoy:

🍺 A pint or glass of your favourite drink, perfectly poured and always hitting the spot!
💰️ Offers on drinks, available all day, every day. Including 4 for 3 on selected bottles of beer & cider*
⚽️ Our exclusive World Cup 'Shots on Target' shots menu AND our World Cup Stamp Collector cards**
🎇 Big screens and an amazing atmosphere!

We will be showing every game where possible. If you're joining us, tables fill up incredibly fast for the BIG games, so be sure to get down early to secure your spot near the action!

We'll bring the drinks, screens and offers; you bring the world-class atmosphere!

Here's to an AMAZING World Cup!

*T&Cs: https://nuvi.me/3uncx0
**T&CS: https://nuvi.me/ym0oit

08/06/2026

🌍 3 DAYS. THE COUNTDOWN IS ALMOST OVER!

🏆The biggest tournament in the world kicks off this week. To help you plan your matchdays, keep an eye on our pages—we’ll be posting all the biggest fixtures (outwith the home nations) that we're showing, working around those dodgy kick-off times! 😅.

Here’s how the first week is shaping up. 🤩

The screens are prepped, and the pints are waiting. Which games are you joining us for?

Let us know in the comments! 🍻⚽️

04/06/2026

Only 1 Week to Go! 🌍🏆

The countdown is on… the World Cup kicks off in just ONE WEEK! ⚽🔥

To celebrate, we’re launching our exclusive World Cup Stamp Collector Cards 🎉

👀 Make sure to grab yours in the pub before they’re gone – once they’re gone, they’re gone!

T&Cs apply: https://nuvi.me/2u46vk

Address

17 Estcourt Road
Watford Rural
WD172PT

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 11pm
Tuesday	12pm - 11pm
Wednesday	12pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 12am
Saturday	12pm - 12am
Sunday	12pm - 10:30pm

Telephone

+441923246824

Website

http://goldenlionwatford.co.uk/

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