DAY OF THE DEAD
Dia de los muertos
In addition to our annual Halloween Party fancy dress party, The Red Lion will also be hosting a Mexican Night to celebrate the country’s unique take on Halloween.
On Saturday November 1st, the pub will be hosting a Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). In the tradition of this yearly Mexican festival customers are welcome to bring photos of deceased loved ones, plus an offering of their favourite food or drink to be placed on the colourful Ofrenda (Altar).
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Dia De Los Muertos blends ancient Aztec traditions with Spanish Catholic practices where offerings of food, drink, photos and flowers welcome visiting spirits.
The Ofrenda (Altar) will be decorated with bright colours. The festival celebrates death as being a natural part of life.
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During the day, residents are invited to take Afternoon Tea, lay their offerings to celebrate the lives of loved ones and help raise money for local Veterans’ charity VIA (Veterans in Action).
In the evening, the pub hosts a Mexican food and music evening, with a set 4-course menu of traditional Mexican fayre such as sizzling Fajitas, Tacos, Churros and Tequila. A limited number of tickets are £30 per head are available.
Customers are invited to wear traditional Mexican or Day of the Dead costumes.
The tradition of laying of gifts such as food and drink on the Ofrenda goes back over 3,000 years as the Aztecs believed spirits made a journey after death would need provisions.
Customers who wish to take Afternoon Tea or celebrate deceased loved ones should book in advance by calling the pub on 01256 212053.