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Glue Pot - Swindon. (Pub, External, Key). Published on 07-06-2013
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Glue Pot, Swindon

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Operator: Hop Back
5 Emlyn Square, Swindon, SN1 5BP (View on Google Map)
(01793) 497420
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An An article by The Telegraph has pinpointed the best pub in each county, and The Glue Pot in Emelyn Square was crowned the best in our region.

The Telegraph ranking said that The Glue Pot is “an easy-going street-corner pub, handsome in an understated way, and as good for cider as it is beer.”

unspoilt corner pub which is part of the historic Railway Village built in the 1840s. It often hosts community groups and talks on local history. There are seven Hop Back or Downton real ales available including some seasonal ones, plus one guest beer. It is a leading real cider pub and always stocks a wide range. Normally a quiet pub, but can get busy on weekend evenings. Monday is Book & Beer club night and there is a quiz on Wednesday evenings. Music once a month on a Saturday evening - please see their Facebook page for details. No hot food, but rolls and snacks available. Cider pub of the year 2024.

Historic Interest

One of the trio of Railway Village pubs, the only one still open, the Glue Pot opened before 1850. One window still shows the Allsopp's logo. It was also a grocer's shop. Around 1900 it was known as the London Stout Tavern.

Information for this venue is provided by the Swindon & North Wiltshire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Swindon (B)
Last updated
25/02/2025
Last surveyed
22/02/2025
Leasehold owner
other
Freehold owner
Council
Pub ID
SWN/59
Asset of Community Value
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Current beers

This Pub serves 3 changing beers and 5 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen
Downton - New Forest Ale
Downton - New Forest Ale

Session Bitter

ABV: 3.8%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

This beer is served regularly. Spotted 11 times recently. Last spotted 2 days ago

Crop Circle Pump Clip
Hop Back - Crop Circle

Session Golden Ale

ABV: 4.2%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

This beer is served regularly. Spotted 4 times

Entire Stout Pump Clip
Hop Back - Entire Stout

Session Stout

ABV: 4.5%
Vegan: Yes
Gluten Free: No

This beer is served regularly. Spotted 30 times recently. Last spotted 2 days ago

Summer Lightning Pump Clip
Hop Back - Summer Lightning

Premium Blond Ale

ABV: 5%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

This beer is served regularly. Spotted 37 times recently. Last spotted 2 days ago

Citra Pump Clip
Hop Back - Citra

Session Blond Ale

ABV: 4%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

This beer is served regularly. Spotted 15 times recently. Last spotted 1 day ago

Rooster's - Yankee
Rooster's - Yankee

Session Pale Ale

ABV: 4.3%
Vegan: Yes
Gluten Free: No

Spotted once recently. Last spotted 1 day ago

Bays - Rhino Ale
Bays - Rhino Ale

Premium Bitter

ABV: 4.7%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

Spotted once recently. Last spotted 1 week ago

Downton - Dragon IPA
Downton - Dragon IPA

Premium Blond Ale

ABV: 4.5%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No

Spotted once recently. Last spotted 1 week ago

Changing

Changing beers typically include: Downton (varies) , Hawkshead - Lakeland Gold , Hop Back (varies)

Source: Regional

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Facilities
Live Music Live Music
Once a month
Garden Garden
Large front patio
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Doggy snacks available
Events Events
Book Club on Monday & Quiz night on Wednesday
Games Games
Board games, Chess, Blackgammon & Dominios
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
Real Cider Real Cider
11 different ciders from boxes
Beer Festival Beer Festival
September
Quiet Quiet
Transport
Close to bus routes
Nearby Station (550m)
Swindon (Wilts)

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