A Bank Holiday weekend means just one thing; it’s time to hit the beer gardens in Swindon.

Whether you’re hoping to soak up some Sun or catch up with your family and friends over a cold one, this list could come in handy.

We have rounded up some of the top spots in Swindon to manifest some not so British weather over a pint.

Here are the top five on your doorstep according to their Tripadvisor reviews.


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Best beer gardens in Swindon

Hop Kettle Tap & Brew

Location: 51 Devizes Road, Swindon SN1 4BG England

Tripadvisor rating: 5.0

One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "This place is just brilliant! The team are knowledgeable, the beers are fantastic and the selection of soft drinks is much better than the usual soft drinks you get elsewhere."

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The Bakers Arms

Location: 121 Beechcroft Road, Swindon SN2 7RE England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "Had yet another outstanding roast dinner at the Bakers Arms, they just seem to be getting better if that’s at all possible, wonderful friendly staff, value for money, nice pub environment. Compliments to the chef and the kitchen staff 10/10."

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The Hop Inn

Location: 7 Devizes Road, Swindon SN1 4BJ England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "Very good range of well kept cask and keg beers. Also a very good range of ciders. Well worth a visit."

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The Runner

Location: Wotton Bassett Road, Swindon England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.0

One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "The service was excellent and no job was too much for the waiters also the food was brilliant with no detail left out of any meal."

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The Plough Inn

Location: High Street Wanborough, Swindon SN4 0AE England

Tripadvisor rating: 4.0

One customer took to Tripadvisor and left this review: "I absolutely love this little gem of a pub…I stumbled on The Plough Inn 6months ago and it’s become our local eatery. It doesn’t matter when you go and believe me we visit quite a bit, with family, with friends and sometimes just the two of us. The food is excellent, the owners are fabulous and the team are fantastic/friendly and can’t do enough for you..."

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