The White Hart, nestled near Coate Water Country Park and Barbury Castle, offers a warm welcome with a garden, bar, and restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi while enjoying the tranquil surroundings. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Museum of the Great Western Railway - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Oxford (OXF) - 62 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 70 min drive
Swindon Station - 14 min drive
Swindon (XWS-Swindon Train Station) - 17 min drive
Chippenham Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Old Town - The Square - 5 min drive
Iron Horse - 9 min walk
The Pulpit - 5 min drive
Wichel Inn - 4 min drive
Ellendune Peking and Cantonese Cuisine Takeaway - 4 min walk
About this property
The White Hart
The White Hart is a great choice for a stay in Swindon. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
Meeting rooms
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
White Hart Inn Swindon
White Hart Swindon
The White Hart Inn
The White Hart Swindon
The White Hart Inn Swindon
Frequently asked questions
Does The White Hart offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The White Hart does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The White Hart?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The White Hart?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Hart?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The White Hart and nearby?
The White Hart has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The White Hart?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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The White Hart Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Room
Food
Pub
Breakfast
Bed
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Accomodation Type
Bathroom
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What guests liked
The restaurant served delicious meals, had a great menu, and provided excellent service. (4 reviews)
Breakfast was made to order and served with great service, offering good value and locally sourced options. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Beautiful
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The White Hart Hotel. Very quiet accommodation, amazing choice of food, staff very polite.
The breakfast felt like 4 star quality. Food hotcabd generous portions.
The shower was so nice. Everything clean too.
Its a dog friendly place too except l didn't have mine with me.
Pauline
Pauline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Great place to stay
Paul and Janie
Paul and Janie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
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Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2024
Nice small town inn with pub attached. Good food, very quiet and comfortable.
Todd
Todd, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2023
Lovely stay
Lovely room, brilliant breakfast.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2022
A lovely place to spend a few,days whilst we visited the local area.
Leslie
Leslie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 15, 2025
I was warmly met when I went into the main pub to check in. The accommodation was in a separate building at the back. I had a lovely room upstairs with a small balcony which was a nice addition for such a lovely evening. The area around the pub was conducive both for a long walk as well as dining options. The room was clean with good decor and good spec fittings. This was for all areas except the shower/bath combo which had a clunky shower curtain which restricted movement. This was instantly forgiven, however, when I discovered the shower head had 3 settings, one of which was comparable to a shiatsu massage which was sorely needed. I had a decent night's sleep although a fan in the room would have been a nice touch. Breakfast seemed to have been sourced locally and was cooked very well. All in all I very much enjoyed the stay and would look to book myself in there again when I am next in the area.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
Most enjoyable.
The facilities were very good. Staff couldn’t do enough to make our stay anymore perfect. Everyone was friendly and accommodating. Would definitely recommend a visit.
Lynne
Lynne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2023
Great stay in a warm and friendly Inn
Very nice hotel
Staff were very warm polite and professional
Very good evening meal. Great breakfast and good value
I will be staying again
Regards
Ian
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2023
Nice place to base yourself when exploring the surrounding areas.
Darren
Darren, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2024
The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The environment was very natural and welcoming
Mohamed
Mohamed, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2023
4th stay at the White Hart and always brilliant.
Manuela
Manuela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2024
Room was lovely, cosy and very spacious. The actual pub was quaint, great menu, enjoyed our meal and the service was fantastic!! A good find and everything you need nearby plus a 8-10 min drive into Swindon.
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2023
A brilliant place to stay in an historic old thatched English pub. Accommodation is seperate very quite clean and comfortable.
Staff were so good cant recommend enough
Narelle
Narelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2023
An absolutely memorable holiday! ❤️❤️
The White Hart is wonderful; all the staff (too many to name), were so accommodating and kindhearted. I was welcomed and treated like family versus „just another guest.“ What an amazing experience!
Claudia
Claudia, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
This is a wonderful place not far from the motorway and within spitting distance of the science museum.
The rooms are clean, comfortable and warm.
The staff were very friendly and always happy to help out.
I will definitely stay here again when working in the area.
Kyle
8/10 Very good
Jun 5, 2023
Delightful Country Pub
Delightful thatched country pub with modern rooms to the rear. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was very good and a varied menu provided a good choice of faire. Room was a good size and comfortable.
Roderick
Roderick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2023
Lovely pub, real ales, good food, friendly staff. Modern rooms set back from the pub. Recommended 👍
James
James, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 12, 2024
The white Hart was OK. Friendly staff
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2023
Very dog-friendly and welcoming
We had a wonderful stay overnight here with our dog. The pub is very dog-friendly and we were able to eat in the restaurant with our dog. The room was spacious and clean with a nice bathroom, and the food was very good.
The owner was very responsive to questions before we arrived and very helpful.
Highly recommended!
Anthony J
Anthony J, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2023
Nette Unterkunft mit tollem Personal!
Essen ist Top! Vegane Speisen - sowohl bei der Main-Card als auch beim Frühstück!
Leider funktionierte der TV nicht und das Badezimmer war nicht sonderlich sehenswert!
Preis/Leistung jedoch absolut ausreichend!
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2023
It’s okay, the room was a little smelling due to the humidity.
Wei
Wei, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 26, 2024
Very good. But could do with some extra cleaning
A very enjoyable stay. Plenty of free parking. Staff helpful and friendly. Food very good. The only downside was the overall cleanliness of our room (number 10) plenty of cobwebs in the bedroom (Should take less than 5 minutes to remove them) The bathroom could do with more time spent on it. We found the previous occupants hair in the bath. Around the taps could do with a good clean and maybe a new clean toilet seat. Little things that make a massive difference. With a little extra cleaning you would have 5*****
Erwin
Erwin, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 18, 2024
Ive stayed at a number od Butcombe pubs and they are all excellent, but unfortunately i couldnt say the same about this one. The staff were all trying their best but didnt seem to have much training or leadership. The food i had was overcooked and over priced, including the breakfast. Not sure i would stay here again.
david
david, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 10, 2024
Check if they do food before you book.......!
This is a great little place to stay on your travels, but please call them to check if they do food before you book. Unfortunately, I checked in, asked to book a table and was told they don't do food on certain nights of the week. It would have been nice if they had let me know. They recommended the pub across the road for food, but i didn't fancy walking around a place i didn't know on my own. The rooms are great though. Definitely worth a look.