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About Swiss Chalet
Swiss Chalet is a walk-in pub on Chapel Street in Swindon, set inside a small interior despite a bigger profile from the outside. The bar stocks Arkells and other beers, and the room has had a refurbishment. Heavy metal music videos play on the screen, and live music runs most weekends, giving the venue a steady soundtrack through the week. The format is straightforward, with the counter taking orders for drinks throughout opening hours. Patrons settle in around the bar for the music and the beer selection rather than a food-led visit. The pub sits just off the street in the heart of Swindon's town centre, drawing a regular crowd that follows the live line-up.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live music weekends, pint of Stella, Arkells beers and heavy metal videos.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live music weekends, pint of Stella, Arkells beers and heavy metal videos.
Customer Review Summary
Live music and a lively local atmosphere draw the most mentions. Reviewers cite weekend gigs, good music, and one reviewer who played in the band there. Friendly staff come close behind, with the bar staff praised repeatedly and the local clientele described as very friendly. Drinks also get attention. One reviewer praises the pint of Stella, another notes the usual line of Arkells and other beers, and a refurb is called great. The caveats concern range and size. One reviewer found the selection of drinks on tap small at average prices, and another says the pub looks large from outside but is quite small inside. One was disappointed that 3B's was unavailable on a Friday bank holiday weekend, even though the pub looked busy with a good crowd. One reviewer calls it the first pub they have visited with Heavy Metal videos on the screens and country pop on the audio.
Customer Review Summary
Live music and a lively local atmosphere draw the most mentions. Reviewers cite weekend gigs, good music, and one reviewer who played in the band there. Friendly staff come close behind, with the bar staff praised repeatedly and the local clientele described as very friendly. Drinks also get attention. One reviewer praises the pint of Stella, another notes the usual line of Arkells and other beers, and a refurb is called great. The caveats concern range and size. One reviewer found the selection of drinks on tap small at average prices, and another says the pub looks large from outside but is quite small inside. One was disappointed that 3B's was unavailable on a Friday bank holiday weekend, even though the pub looked busy with a good crowd. One reviewer calls it the first pub they have visited with Heavy Metal videos on the screens and country pop on the audio.
Featured reviews
- David Goss
“Best pint of Stella in Swindon. Has had a great refurb!”
- Peter Cook
“A real "local" with a local clientèle, but very friendly. Loads of atmosphere. First pub I've been to with Heavy Metal videos on the screen and country pop on the audio. I really enjoyed it.”
- foogirl95
“Friendly staff. Average drinks prices, small selection of ontap drinks. Nice, clean, large pub.”
- Mick Looker
“No 3B's on a Friday Bank Holiday weekend was dissapointing. I would have thought they would have been well stocked but maybe people were away on holiday. It appeared busy enough and there was a good crowd!”
- Mark Higham
“It was Monday just popped in for a quiet beer..”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
Bars near Swiss Chalet
- The Southbrook Inn4.52030.6 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
sunday roast, homemade pies, function room
- The Queens Tap4.36840.6 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleOutdoor seatingTakeout
sunday roast, live music weekends, beer garden
- 0.8 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
curry-heavy menu, cheap drinks, sports on the tv
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swiss ChaletWheelchair accessible | 4.3304 | — | — | live music weekends, pint of Stella, Arkells beers |
| The Southbrook InnReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.5203 | 0.6 mi | £10–20 | sunday roast, homemade pies, function room |
| The Queens TapWheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating · Takeout | 4.3684 | 0.6 mi | £10–20 | sunday roast, live music weekends, beer garden |
| BULLFROG - Sports Bar & KitchenReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.0556 | 0.8 mi | £10–20 | curry-heavy menu, cheap drinks, sports on the tv |
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