The Black Lion

About The Black Lion

The Black Lion has been listed as an ale house since 1704. In 1803 it was used as the registration house for the Paddington Volunteers who were formed to combat the likely invasion of our island by Napoleon. During the latter part of the 18th century it was one of many coaching inns providing refreshment for travellers and fresh horses to help speed them on their way along the Great West Road towards Bristol and sailing ships bound for the Americas. Today it still enjoys a cosmopolitan clientele but remains a traditional English pub that does its very best to provide for its many and varied guests.

Our range of drinks includes cask ale and an extensive wine list as well as a great range of soft drinks and coffees.

With fabulous British food to accompany our drinks, you can relax at this Taylor Walker pub over classics such as hand battered cod, chips and mushy or garden peas, traditional British recipe bangers & mash or a roast of the day seven days a week. Our pub food is freshly prepared and includes all your British favourites. We also offer a range of sandwiches and jacket potatoes.

We are delighted to welcome you at Taylor Walker and assure you of friendly service in a relaxing British pub with a welcoming atmosphere. If you are in the vicinity of Kensington Palace, Albert Hall, Hyde Park, Oxford Street or Notting Hill, you should always make time to visit.