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The Fox & Hounds

3.0 star property
Inn in Swindon with a restaurant and a bar

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Restaurant
Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (with veranda) | Balcony view
Standard Triple Room, Ensuite, Garden View (with veranda) | Bathroom
Exterior
Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Cosy) | 1 bedroom
Guests enjoy drinks at the bar or family meals at the restaurant of The Fox & Hounds. After discovering the surrounding area, the garden offers a peaceful retreat. Free WiFi in public areas keeps everyone connected throughout their visit.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Room options

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Bar (on property)

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Cosy) | 1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Cosy)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Ensuite, Garden View (with veranda) | 1 bedroom

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite, Garden View (with veranda)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (with veranda) | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (with veranda)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Swindon is home to The Fox & Hounds. Barbury Castle and Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Laserquest Swindon and Cineworld Swindon - Shaw Ridge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nigel Eady County Ground or Stratton St Margaret Parish Grounds. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling and horse riding.
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Map
Markham Road, Swindon, England, SN4 9JT

What's nearby

  • Coate Water Country Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Wyvern Theatre - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Lydiard Park - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Museum of the Great Western Railway - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Swindon Station - 17 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wichel Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pulpit - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Town - The Square - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Carter's Rest - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ellendune Peking and Cantonese Cuisine Takeaway - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Fox & Hounds

Property highlights
A terrace, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Fox & Hounds. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and conference space are available to all guests.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
  • Wedding services

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Fox & Hounds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fox & Hounds?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fox & Hounds?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Fox & Hounds located?

Situated in Swindon, this inn is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Wilts & Berks Canal and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Swindon Arts Centre. Barbury Castle and Barbury Castle Country Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Fox & Hounds Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 118 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Dean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I have had some uncomfortable stays in other places and I’m afraid this is up there with them. Just not a comfy bed. To hard that’s the only thing that really matters is a good nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
There was no sound proofing in the rooms. Breakfast was extra and the toast was dry and dusty with scant butter and cheap over-sweetened jam. I had to cancel one night (within the time limit for a full refund) but was not sent the full amount, so the room plus extra for breakfast represents poor value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely stay, food in the bar is highly recommended, very comfortable rooms and bed , spotless clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing really friendly. The room is welcoming and comfortable. They sure know how to party in the Fox and the Hound.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean convenient accommodation. Lovely, lively pub with fabulous food and friendly staff and punters. Everyone made as feel at home and part of the family!! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely find

I will definitely stay here again,the only trouble I had was that I couldn't get a vat receipt.

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall ok, but be aware they do not offer breakfast (even though they sell "half board". Room was nice, I had a great view of the open countryside. Very clean and everything worked as expected. They do need to get a new harder mattress though as it felt it was showing its age. Perfect for a holiday/pleasure booking, but the lack of a desk to work from was not great. Food in the attached pub was good quality and tasty, no issues here. Note the place is very dog friendly, so if like me, you are a bit cautious of dogs, it is something to bear in mine. My real issue is that they are selling a package called "half board" however they tell me they do not do breakfast!! So I paid for and expected it, and it never arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A real village pub, lovely ambience, super friendly & helpful staff. Basic accommodation but everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No breakfast at all

Ok but no breakfast included. Some web sites still say free breakfast included the pubs information booklet says breakfast is available from 09.00 but when I called the bar the guy said that they would not be doing breakfast at all due to staff shortages but they may be doing them again in the summer! All very confusing but at the end of the day its now room only
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, modern, noisy, no red wine!

The room was clean and modern with a comfy double bed and small en-suite shower room. The walls are paper thin though. We could hear the person on the phone in the next room and the person he was talking to. We were phoned on the day of arrival to tell us that the pub would be closed for our stay due to Covid. Not a problem, we re-booked for 2 days later. Could have been more of an issue for people travelling further or arranging a bigger birthday dinner etc. The pub is clean and pleasantly decorated. The gluten free menu was limited though inc no desserts (ice cream is not a dessert according to my missus 😂). The bar also had no red wine in stock... None! Waiters a little inexperienced and did not understand the difference between gin and gin liqueurs when i was offered a different option due to a gin being out of stock. I thought the management or bar man could have apologised for all the unavailable options (alcohol and food.) Ribs and fries were great, chicken breast overcooked. Good portion sizes and ok value for money. All in all, another business hit hard by Covid, but not to have red wine in a restaurant is in my opinion laughable at best.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1 night business trip so quick visit but would stay again. Staff great, food good and rooms great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Not what I expected

The bar area is lovely, no doubt about it. The rooms are located in a separate building around the back, and inside it felt like student halls of residence. I'm 30 years too old for that again. They don't do breakfast on weekdays. That came as a surprise. What the girl didn't tell me was that I could have ordered a packed breakfast right then. By the time I read this in the small print on the wall, it was too late. There's no hairdryer in the room. This was also a strange one. Again, in the small print on the wall, you have to ask for one. But you'd have to do that at the bar, when it is open, when you discover at 6am there isn't one, there's no-one to ask. Again, I could've done it the night I arrived. Instead, I had to go to work with wet hair. I ordered lasagne for my tea. It did taste lovely, but the centre of it was cold. That put me off. The room and bathroom were spotless. The room, however, had clearly had issues with the shower and a leak, as the skirting board had expanded, cracked, and was hanging off the wall. In all, it felt more like a hostel than anything, and that wasn't for me.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

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