Brook Red Lion Hotel, Tudor
43, High Street, Colchester, CO1 1DJ -
Up to
40 guests
About Venue
The Brook Red Lion Hotel is a Grade I listed gem in the centre of Colchester, England’s oldest recorded town. With centuries of history built into its timber beams and characterful rooms, it offers a truly unique backdrop for gatherings of all kinds. Its heritage charm blends beautifully with modern comfort, giving every event a sense of occasion.
This historic hotel is incredibly versatile. It is a popular choice for weddings, anniversaries, and private celebrations, as well as meetings, training days, and workshops. The spaces can be adapted to suit both formal and relaxed gatherings, so whether you are planning a wedding reception, a Christmas party, or a strategy session with your team, it works seamlessly.
What makes the hotel special is the balance between character and convenience. Guests benefit from on-site catering options, overnight accommodation, and flexible hire packages, making it very easy to plan an event without stress. The team are experienced in hosting everything from intimate dinners to larger parties, and can provide the planning support you need to bring your ideas to life.
Located right on Colchester High Street, the hotel is easy to reach by public transport and also offers parking options nearby. With accommodation on site, your guests can relax and enjoy the event without having to travel far. It is a venue that brings together history, atmosphere, and modern comforts in one central setting.
About this space:
The Tudor Room at Brook Red Lion Hotel is an intimate function space ideal for smaller gatherings of up to 25 guests. With its warm character and historic charm, it’s a fitting setting for private dining, board meetings, training sessions, or small celebrations.
The room offers natural light, traditional features, and all the essentials for both business and social occasions. Whether you’re hosting a client dinner, a workshop, or marking a special milestone, this space provides a private and versatile option in the heart of Colchester.
- Capacity: Up to 25 guests
- Flexible layouts for meetings, dining, or workshops
- Natural light and heating included
- Projector, screen, TV, sound system, and microphones available
- Whiteboards, flipchart, and conference phone provided
- Disabled access and wedding ceremony licence
- Tables, chairs, and tea service included
Contact us through VenueScanner to check availability, book this space, or explore other rooms at the venue.
Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 25
Theatre
up to 40
Boardroom
up to 25
Classroom
up to 10
Pricing
& Opening Hours
Weekly schedule
monday
00:00 - 06:00
tuesday
00:00 - 06:00
wednesday
00:00 - 06:00
thursday
00:00 - 06:00
friday
00:00 - 06:00
saturday
00:00 - 06:00
sunday
00:00 - 06:00
Price type: Per day
from £200 per day
from £200 per day
from £200 per day
from £200 per day
from £200 per day
from £200 per day
from £200 per day
Facilities & Amenities
Tea
Flipchart
Audio & Visual
Other
LCD projector and screen
Space Rules
Cancellation policy
100% refundable 1 day before the event
Location
Reviews
- Lloyd MDecember 2025
Second stay here, first was good. This one was not, had no heating or hot water was freezing all night especially as it was probably about 2 degrees outside that night. Receptionist tried his best to help situation but was out of his control as the heaters he gave us did little to improve the temperature in the room. Have constantly contacted them to try to get refund or compensation but they keep ignoring my emails and calls.
- DaniFebruary 2026
I recently stayed at The Red Lion in Colchester while visiting friends, and unfortunately the experience was very disappointing. I appreciate that the hotel is old-fashioned and has a quaint, historic charm — that’s part of its appeal. However, there’s a big difference between “traditional” and poorly maintained. The biggest issue was cleanliness. There were bugs in the bed, which is completely unacceptable in any hotel. In the bathroom, there was a large hair left on the tiles, which immediately made the room feel unclean and not properly checked before our arrival. When I reported these issues to reception, I was told that Head Office would be in touch. I have to say, the response felt dismissive and lacking any real urgency or concern. There was no immediate reassurance or meaningful attempt to resolve the situation, which was very disappointing. Additionally, the bathroom layout is poorly designed — the shower screen hits directly against the sink, and if you’re running a bath it looks as though it could easily smash into it. This doesn’t feel safe or well thought out. Overall, while the building itself may have character, cleanliness and guest care should never be compromised. Sadly, I wouldn’t stay here again.
