Red Lion Square

I used to work near Chancery Lane and sometimes I would walk through Red Lion Square on my way to Holborn. Unlike Lincoln’s Inn or other nearby squares, Red Lion Square lacks any type of atmosphere. Actually that isn’t entirely true, there tends to be few alcoholics sitting on the benches so I guess there is some kind of atmosphere just not my kind. The one time I remember sitting in the square to enjoy my lunch I was asked about four times if I had any change. Hardly a relaxing lunch break and I never went back again. These days Red Lion Square is just a walk through for me.

Red Lion Square is a small square behind Holborn tube station. As with most West London squares it is arranged in quarters with a central circular space, around which are benches. Further benches run around the edge of the square. In one quadrant sits a snack stand where coffees and snacks are sold.
It is not a particularly attractive square. There is a lack of upkeep that makes it seems rather downtrodden. Perhaps this is because there is little in the area besides offices; the park does not redeem much by way of atmosphere.
Red Lion Square is not worth travelling to, but is a pleasant enough place to sit out if the weather is pleasant.