Sit in our elegant dining rooms or contemporary conservatory. Outdoor seating is also available in our Walled Garden or on the lawn for a pre-dinner drink or coffee after your meal.
Our team of Chefs have created an inspiring and tempting menu for you to enjoy, with innovative flavours and textures and a modern twist to some classic favourites.
Seasonal & Fresh
Crafted with the Finest Ingredients
At St. Helena, our menus are inspired by the freshest seasonal produce. Guided by what’s in peak condition, our Head Chef regularly updates the menu to ensure every dish showcases the very best ingredients available. Quality, taste, and seasonality are at the heart of everything we serve.
Our Wine Collection
We have a comprehensive list of wines from around the world, including fine and rare clarets and magnums.
We also have some small parcels and bin ends to choose from.
We have approximately 200 bins which offer a wide selection to suit every occasion. Prices start from £25.
House wines: Cape Heights Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Shiraz. House Champagne.
We also have an extensive collection of other wines, including:
Prosecco, Laurent Perrier Rose, Pinot Noir, Chateau-Neuf-Du-Pape, Pouilly Fuisse, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Chablis, Pinot Grigio, Amarone
and many more.
Because our wine list is so lengthy, and the selection and prices are always changing, we are unable to list them all here.
Please contact us to enquire as to what we have available and for prices.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have a dress code?
People often ask if we have a dress code. All we ask is for people to make an effort and dress smartly, casually elegant is fine.
Do you have wheelchair access?
Due to listed building status we do have certain constraints within the building.
We can provide Standard Wheelchair Access into the restaurant and dining rooms but have limited access to the bathroom facilities.
What is the closest station?
The closest station is St Johns, however, if taking the train, the best way to get to us is to walk from Bedford train station to Bedford bus station, then take the MK1 bus to The Red Lion.
Is there parking?
Yes, there is parking outside the restaurant.
Can you cater for vegans and vegetarians?
Yes, we have vegan and vegetarian options on our menu, as well as gluten free options.
Contact Us
Address:
St Helena
High Street
Elstow
Bedfordshire MK42 9XP
Hours:
Lunch – closed.
Dinner from 7pm (Wed-Sat).
Closed all day Sunday and Monday (Tuesdays, corporate and private events only).
(It is generally not possible to contact us on a Sunday, Monday and Tuesday).
To contact us about bookings for private or corporate events, etc., either email us or use the form below: