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Tawny Owl

4.0 of 5
Taw Hill | North Swindon, Swindon SN25 1WR, England
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

My husband, young daughter and myself went for an evening meal on a Sunday and left feeling totally disappointed. The food order took 25 minutes to be served to us, my husbands roast beef was the worst he had eaten in years, was as tough as old boots! The vegetables were over cooked, the broccoli looked as if it was... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

It's such a shame that what could be a great wee local pub/restaurant is totally ruined by it's landlord. Our firms xmas party/drinks get together which had been a great friendly get together with much money going over the bar was totally spoilt when the landlord gave the order not to serve any more drinks to our party at around... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

Went for food And drinks only, drinks are not cheap however the food is good value and absolutely brilliant. Staff are always happy and great service, this is one of the best pubs around. Entertainment put on like quizzes on a Thursday. Great atmosphere

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

its a great place to stay breakfast was really good enough to keep you going all day rooms were clean and bright and everything you needed was there also plenty of nooks and crannies in the bar to have a pleasent drink we will be booking again thanks a lot to all mr and mrs a clarke barrow-in-furness

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

Was unsure about this after reading some negative reviews. BUT it really is excellent I paid £ 45 for a double room (single occupancy) – room quality really is good – large comfortable bed and loads of hot water. Food was excellent – I had a mixed grill which was huge and very tasty (No tinned mushrooms here) at £15... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2012

Sadly disappointed that we booked at the Tawny Owl, the website gave the impression it was a nice pub/restaurant with some character, however when we were seated we found that we were in a soulless plain function room next to the bar which was also hosting a the Manchester City V Manchester United game with approximately 20 men seated around... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2012

Very apprehensive after reading some reviews but as a seasoned traveller was more than pleasantly surprised. Food more expensive than cheaper places but what value for money! Large portions plus cooked and presented well by very attentive and polite staff. Stayed the night in a clean and comfortable room after a afternoon family celebration. Before retiring we enjoyed the evening... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012 via mobile

Having stayed at the Tawny owl for the the past couple of days with my disabled mother we thoroughly enjoyed our stay the food was great and plenty of it, our room was lovely decorated. The customer service was excellent nothing seemed to much trouble. Access for my mum around the pub in her wheel chair wasnt a problem also... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2012

The pub itself is a nice enviroment, a good mix of sit down dining to relaxed sofas to a good sized well laid out, outside area. The menus are vast and interesting to see some dishes you wont see elsewhere, the food quality is good and plentiful, but and it is a major but, its very expensive for decent basic... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2012

Not a great title is it? The Tawny Owl is OK. How else to describe it... We stayed there for one night and had a family meal for 10 of us as well. First the staying there.... The room was nice, tidy, and clean but it did have a rather loud ventilation oulet right outside the window. It was a... More

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Tawny Owl Swindon
Address: Taw Hill | North Swindon, Swindon SN25 1WR, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Wiltshire > Swindon
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Ranked #15 of 29 B&Bs / Inns in Swindon
Price range (per night): S$76 - 156
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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