The Glue Pot

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  Richard Mishra

  ·1 month ago

  “Traditional ale pub, seating inside and out, set in Swindon's historic railway quarter.. Expect a great ckoice of beers”

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  vidditch

  ·2 months ago

  “Really enjoyed our short stop here. The usual dependable range of Hopback beers and a good range of ciders too.”

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  wezdidit

  ·2 months ago

  “Just got back from the quiz night. What a lovely welcoming pub with proper Beer and Cider. The quiz master was exceptional.”

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  Alan Knight

  ·3 months ago

  “A rare find, an old town pub as they used to be. No frills, bells or whistles, just good, well kept ales (from independent breweries) and friendly efficient service. Don't need any more than that.”

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  John Whitehouse

  ·5 months ago

  “Traditional boozer quite close to the train and buss stations, in an area that is caught between Swindon's Engineering hayday and the future. Swindon South of the railway appears to be in flux. On the plus side they had a great range of cask ales including quite a few from Hopback. Later in the evening I eould have enjoyed a summer lightning, but as it was early I chose a more session option.”

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  Toby

  ·8 months ago

  “Two of us in Swindon spotted The Glue Pot earlier and walked over later from our hotel. It sits at the end of Old Town, less than ten minutes from the station. A bloody good find. Big windows, bright lights and a welcoming open door. Inside, partitioned wood booths, barrel tables and a steady trade around the bar. The host, warm and welcoming; easy conversation around the room. The chalkboard lists a good selection of guest ales with tasting notes and a separate cider selection. On recommendation I had a pint of Hop Back Crop Circle, bright, clear and well kept. We stayed for another. I picked up a cheese and pickle roll from behind the bar for the next morning: a soft, generous roll with good chunks of tangy cheddar and plenty of pickle. Good value. It majors on good beer and pays attention to the things that make a true local special: friendly service, fair prices, something simple but tasty to eat, practical seating and a setup that could work on a busy night. All without fuss. It knows itself. A rare find. First choice when next in Swindon.”

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  Stu W

  ·9 months ago

  “No frills pub, but all the better for it, near the retail outlet. Great beer and tasty rolls with a friendly bunch if customers. Very reasonably priced as well.”

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  Jeff Lucas

  ·11 months ago

  “Nice real ale pub fairly close to the train station. A fair selection but seemed to be mainly Hopback beers, which wasn't a bad thing. Would pop in again next time i'm in Swindon.”

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  Nicholas Scott

  ·11 months ago

  “A packet of crisps, quick service at the bar and a snug booth with table to sit at. Pint, crisps & book = 😊 ––– Almost nothing to the place but great beer 🍺🍻. I didn't know such a public house still existed. To my knowledge it is a complete anomaly. A treasure!”

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  Leslie Clode

  ·1 year ago

  “This is a real ale drinkers dream. They have won plenty of awards. Plenty of Ales and ciders on offer at reasonable prices in a proper pub. The locals are friendly and knowledgeable about the beers on offer. I visited this venue twice while I was in Swindon. I would not hesitate in returning”