Swan Hotel

We ate outside and had huge portions of the Swan Burger (not a swan) and pork and chorizo burger, cooked on a BBQ-style range. The garden is huge, with plenty of seating and space for dogs and kids, plus shade if you need it. It’s right by the River Thames, with a lovely breeze and sunshine. Inside is an olde worlde pub, though the dining area looked a bit dark. Staff were friendly both indoors and out, and we’ll definitely return.

We came across this picturesque pub by chance on a drive out and were impressed by how big it is. It sits between a couple of canals, with a large outdoor beer garden, a covered barn-style shed, an outdoor kitchen, a cool beer hut and a pizza cabin. There’s a nice selection of salads and fast food like burgers, along with great food and plenty of drinks to choose from. The only snag was the wasps and bees, though they’re in their own territory, so leave them beeee. Enjoying food and drinks in the garden in good weather is a great way to spend a visit. Park in the big main car park across the canal, then walk over the bridge. The garden has a variety of seating and feels really inviting.

The pub is a real gem, and the lovely setting made us want to come back to the Cotswolds. Inside, the fireplaces added a cosy, almost magical feel. We came for a roast dinner and were really pleased with how generous the portions were and how well everything was cooked. The English lady who served us was so warm and welcoming. I’ll definitely visit again next time I’m in the area.

There’s plenty of garden space to sit, eat and unwind, and dogs are welcome too. I stopped in after a swim, and there were lots of walkers and people coming in from the river for refreshments. The staff at both the bar and food counter were friendly. They also have a good choice of Ales. Lovely spot right by the river.