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GW, Swindon

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Opens Wed at 11:00am
73 Station Road, Swindon, SN1 1DH (View on Google Map)
(01793) 694997
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Victorian railway hotel opposite the railway station. Modern interior, inviting visitors to have a drink and a meal. Facilities include accommodation, conference facilities, catering for private parties, and a terrace bar. Two Arkell's regulars plus a seasonal one.

A superb station waiting room too, with a departure screen showing next departures and if any delays.

Historic Interest

Built in 1869.

Information for this venue is provided by the Swindon & North Wiltshire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Flag & Whistle
Local Authority
Swindon (B)
Last updated
Last surveyed
05/08/2021
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Arkell's
Pub ID
SWN/56
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00am - 8:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 8:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 8:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday
Closed
Monday
No Service
Tuesday
Noon - 2:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 2:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 2:00pm
Friday
Noon - 2:00pm
Saturday
No Service
Sunday
No Service
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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen

Arkell's - 3B TasteMatch Prediction

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3B
Arkell's - 3B Session Bitter • 4%
3B
SIBA Indie Beer Sold Here
Arkell's - 3B

This beer is served regularly at GW, Swindon.

ABV 4%
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Arkell's - Wiltshire Gold TasteMatch Prediction

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Wiltshire Gold
Arkell's - Wiltshire Gold Session Golden Ale • 3.7%
Wiltshire Gold
SIBA Indie Beer Sold Here
Arkell's - Wiltshire Gold

This beer is served regularly at GW, Swindon.

ABV 3.7%
Style Session Golden Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Garden Garden
Parking Parking
There is a charge for the car park
Accommodation Accommodation
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Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (50m)
Swindon Bus: 22
Adjacent station
Swindon (Wilts)

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