Old Swan

Name: Old Swan
Address: Minster Lovell, Witney, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, OX29 0RN
Telephone: 01993 862512
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 3.4

3.4

19 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

28 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Dog-friendly

This is the perfect place to crack that puzzle, celebrate those triumphs, and lose yourself in childhood nostalgia with our timeless selection of games, craft boxes and truly authentic Cotswold dining.

Step into The Old Swan and cosy up in our inviting snugs or indulge in a selection of hearty dishes in our lively dining room or outdoor terrace.

Whether you're seeking an intimate dinner for two or a celebratory gathering with friends, we have the perfect space to suit your vibe and occasion.

In the warmer months, bask in the sunshine on our outdoor terrace, surrounded by picturesque gardens and a selection of fun, heritageoutdoor games.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:30–10:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–10:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:00
Phone number
01993 862512
Website
https://www.oldswan.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Minster Lovell, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 0RN
Area
Witney
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Mother's Day Lunch
£25.00 - £45.00 per person
30 Mar 2025 only
Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at a special lunch event featuring a delightful three-course meal, a glass of Nyetimber sparkling wine, and a lively table quiz. Test your knowledge with questions about famous mothers, springtime trivia, and fun facts that the whole family will enjoy. Finish off with tea, coffee, and a memorable experience designed to make this day truly special.
Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch
£25.00 - £45.00 per person
20 Apr 2025 only
Celebrate Easter and enjoy a delightful three-course Sunday lunch followed by tea and coffee. The day is packed with fun crafts, exciting activities, and a thrilling Easter egg hunt. Every child will go home with a chocolate egg, ensuring smiles all around!
Father's Day BBQ
£25.00 - £45.00 per person
15 Jun 2025 only
Celebrate Father’s Day with a sizzling BBQ bash at Old Swan! Treat Dad to a mouthwatering two-course BBQ feast, perfectly paired with Hawkstone beer. Enjoy live music from a local band, outdoor games honour dads whilst creating lasting memories. Come for the food, stay for the good times!

What 19 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.4

3.4 based on recent ratings

3.3Food
3.9Service
3.6Ambience
3Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Old Swan is a charming Cotswold pub offering beautiful surroundings and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and "great value" meals, especially the "delicious Shepherd's pie." Some note the high pricing and limited menu options, but the character and friendly staff keep them returning.

19 Reviews

m
mark
Oxford
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food wasn’t great. One vegetarian option which was a very salty crumble. There was a large Christmas party who were talking so loudly right next to our table as they waited to be seated. Service was very slow because of that large group. The waiter offered to take the tip off as service was so slow but the service was the best part to be honest so I still gave them 10% tip
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Val
Devon
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Disappointed. No log fire, and it was cold. The restaurant side felt more cafe type furniture, cutlery, napkins, crockery first class as you would expect. Vinegar in plastic packets were a let down. The food was very good. Shame as not what you expect from the website and when you see from outside
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John
Kent
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Reasonable choice, good quality and excellent service. Wine list lacked much variety.
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Claire
Oxford
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
We booked a meal at the Old Swan to celebrate my birthday. However the Old Swan didn’t acknowledge it all even though I put it on my reservation.We requested a nice table and hoped that the restaurant may have given us something to celebrate my birthday particularly as other local restaurants do. The meal was nice enough but so expensive. You pay London prices I will not be returning to the Old Swan or to the Minster Mill where I stayed.
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John
Gloucestershire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The old Swan is a lovely place, very Cotswold, the staff are very friendly and made us welcome; the food could have been better, to expensive for the quality, drinks far to expensive
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LINDA
Oxford
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food great value for money .. Beautiful surroundings.. Service was Exceptional
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Lynne
Oxford
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 21 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
On arriving they could not find my booking which was a little embarasing . I had a confirmation on my phone but did not have it with me. The food was average. The Staff were very attentive.
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Gary
Oxford
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on 4 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very nice meal especially the Shepherds pie which was delicious definitely go again
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Allan
Cumbria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Made us feel welcome when we called in the day before for a drink after a walk in the area so booked the meal for the following day. We were not disappointed, very welcoming, service was excellent, good choice on the menu and food served in a timely fashion. Would recommend for lunch or dinner as all the staff we came across were great.
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NicolaC
Surrey
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 August 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Beautiful setting, food very average (London prices +), service very slow - we thought they’d forgotten us!
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Old Swan is rated 3.4 stars by 19 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

28 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Minster Lovell, Witney, Oxfordshire OX29 0RN

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Witney
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:30–10:00 Sat, Sun 08:00–10:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 18:00–21:00
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.oldswan.co.uk/
Phone number
01993 862512

Old Swan

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Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Mother's Day Lunch

Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch

Father's Day BBQ

Menu

What 19 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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