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This large 1930s pub is Arkell's biggest. Situated by a busy road junction in north Swindon. It has a large and airy L-shaped bar/lounge with strong colours. Several slightly raised areas with banisters exist that have comfortable settees and armchairs. The pub has darts, crib and pool teams. There is a large attractively furnished function room with its own bar at the back, ideal for parties and other events. One regular real ale from Arkell's, plus a changing Arkell's seasonal.

Historic Interest

Built in 1931 and opened as the Crossways Club, not receiving its full licence until 1953.

Information for this venue is provided by the Swindon & North Wiltshire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Swindon (B)
Last updated
17/07/2023
Last surveyed
15/07/2023
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Arkell's
Pub ID
SWN/114
Asset of Community Value
Opening Times Unavailable

Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 1 regular beer.

Regular and recently seen
3B
Arkell's - 3B

Session Bitter

ABV: 4%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

This beer is served regularly.

Changing

Changing beers typically include: Arkell's (seasonal)

Source: Local


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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Sky Sports
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Sunday Roast only
Live Music Live Music
Most Saturday nights
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Bar Only
Function Room Function Room
Suitable for large parties
Games Games
Pool
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
LocAle LocAle
Arkell's
Cask Marque Cask Marque
Transport
Close to bus routes (100m)
Swindon: 17; Stagecoach: 10

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