The Swan, Reading

A nice looking place with a country pub feel about it, the interior is fairly traditional with low beamed ceilings and a copper topped bar and seating of a sensible nature throughout the two adjoining rooms.Beers available were three from Timothy Taylors, Landlord, Boltmaker and Knowle Spring, Adnams Ghostship, London Pride and Loddon Hoppit, the three beers I tried were all in good condition. The barman worked out one of our number was a designated driver and unprompted came over to our table and told him his next couple of soft drinks were on the house, a nice touch and a very nice pub.

Couldn't bare to eat at the Holiday Inn... so programmed Sat Nav to the nearest pub. On the otherside of the Motorway, I know need to work out if it is close enough to walk to for my next visit. Food was all home cooked and excellent. Land Lady made a stranger feel very welcome. Several beers on, but I couldn't miss a Timothy Taylor Landlord - perfect.

Official site of the Swan - www.theswan-3mx.co.uk

Official site of the Swan - www.theswan-3mx.co.uk