
Hall & Woodhouse Wichelstowe
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About Hall & Woodhouse Wichelstowe
Hall & Woodhouse Wichelstowe is a canal-side restaurant in Swindon, on Peglars Wy, where designated dog areas cover over half the space, so guests with dogs get a table without being squeezed into a corner. The building stands right next to the canal within a housing complex. It is a large space with plenty of tables, and a nautical theme runs through the decor alongside historical items on the walls and ceiling. Food is served all day, and the menu includes fish and chips with cauliflower cheese as a side, plus a Sunday roast. Guests can order at the bar or from the table, and the staff guide arrivals to the seating area and bring menus. The restaurant is open daily.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention canal-side setting, dog-friendly seating areas, historical items decor and cauliflower cheese side.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention canal-side setting, dog-friendly seating areas, historical items decor and cauliflower cheese side.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the friendly, attentive table service, with servers described as never rushing anyone and nothing being too much trouble. The food comes close behind, called delicious and tasty, with fish that tasted fresh and a cup and teapot one reviewer loved. The setting also draws comment: a huge space beside the canal with a nautical theme, historical items on the walls and ceiling, designated areas for dogs, and a pleasant canal walk before eating. Ordering at the bar is described as quick, though it can also be done from the table. The complaints are specific. One reviewer found the cauliflower cheese extremely bland, another noted slow drink service early on a quiet day, and one fish and chips order had greasy batter and a plate with 6 chips while the matching meal had double. Several reviewers were celebrating, and one describes an engagement while another had a wedding meal with little extra touches.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the friendly, attentive table service, with servers described as never rushing anyone and nothing being too much trouble. The food comes close behind, called delicious and tasty, with fish that tasted fresh and a cup and teapot one reviewer loved. The setting also draws comment: a huge space beside the canal with a nautical theme, historical items on the walls and ceiling, designated areas for dogs, and a pleasant canal walk before eating. Ordering at the bar is described as quick, though it can also be done from the table. The complaints are specific. One reviewer found the cauliflower cheese extremely bland, another noted slow drink service early on a quiet day, and one fish and chips order had greasy batter and a plate with 6 chips while the matching meal had double. Several reviewers were celebrating, and one describes an engagement while another had a wedding meal with little extra touches.
Featured reviews
- Niki Hazell
“A very interesting building with lots of random interest historical items around the walls and ceiling. Staff all friendly and the food was tasty with portion sizes ok. Although within a new housing complex the canal runs alongside for a pleasant walk before eating.”
- Katrina Butler
“Absolutely amazing food, service was 10/10 our server was Kaetlyn, nothing was too much for her, lovely wedding meal we had with little extra touches, will definitely be back x”
- Jay Cousins
“First time visit and I was thoroughly impressed with the venue! Food was delicious and the service was excellent. Our server, Mel, was very attentive and knowledgeable.Thank you for making our visit so special Mel <3”
- Alan Butler
“Greeted with a smile And made to feel welcome from the outset, Kaetlyn was fantastic and nothing was too much trouble, an absolute credit to the H & W team Treated us like royalty. Thankyou for making our afternoon even more memorable. The food was spot on and the service matched it...”
- Ty Hutchings
“Stunning pub, amazing decor. Great service, thank you to Jake who served us! He was lovely!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Hall & Woodhouse Wichelstowe is a stunning Cafe, Bar and Restaurant on the Canal side. Serving food all day and offering outdoor dining, H&W Wilchestowe is a great place to eat in Swindon. Visit us for lunch, Sunday roast or coffee & cake. Food is served all day with a menu that includes pub classics like burgers and fish and chips. Dog-friendly and within easy reach of Lydiard Park, Swindon outlet, the Steam Museum and Wiltshire, Hall & Woodhouse Wilchestowe is the perfect place to visit for alfresco drinks or a relaxed meal for all the family. We look forward to seeing you soon.”
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Offerings· 9
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Family-friendly· 3
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Highlights· 6
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
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- Britannia3.61011.1 mi
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- Greek Olive4.81,3341.1 miWheelchair accessible
huge portions, prawn saganaki, mixed grill
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall & Woodhouse WichelstoweOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.22,746 | — | £20–30 | canal-side setting, dog-friendly seating areas, historical items decor |
| Harper’s Steakhouse & Bar at the WeighbridgeOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.32,070 | 1 mi | £20–40 | roast beef, sticky chicken starter, peppercorn sauce |
| Britannia | 3.6101 | 1.1 mi | — | doner kebabs, chips, lamb kebab |
| Greek OliveWheelchair accessible | 4.81,334 | 1.1 mi | — | huge portions, prawn saganaki, mixed grill |
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