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The Queens Tap, Swindon
Swindon
SN1 1DG
Pub Type
Punch TavernsReviews (Current Rating Average: 5½ of 10) see review guidelines
Quinno _ left this review about The Queens Tap
Having made impressive progress down the hill and finding my train running 15 minutes late, I popped back in here for a swift one. Greeted by naff loud modern music and the clacking of pool balls. The lower servery is a lovely bit of carved wood and the place is in a good state of repair but that's where the positives end. Two cask which were both rugby themed and post 6 Nations I wasn’t expecting much; inevitably my Sambrooks Drop Kick didn't clear (NBSS 1.5) and on another day I’d have argued the toss. If the Arkells place on the opposite side of the road actually bothered to open after 8pm on a weekday they’d be more likely to have my business. Mind you, given the six other punters in here, maybe there isn’t much business? 4.5
July 2015
Basic boozer opposite station. Open-plan horseshoe shaped interior, burgundy ceiling and white/grey décor. Nice light varnish wood panelling on bar front. Pool table to left. Three pumps; Doom Bar and Bombardier (so-so) on, with Brains Rev James turned - so the signs proclaiming ‘a great range of cask ale’ are somewhat boastful. It’s just about OK, preferred the Arkells place next door as a first/last 'drink by the station' venue. Rated 5
On 26th April 2023
- rating: 4
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Blue Scrumpy left this review about The Queens Tap
The Queen's Tap is convenient for that final drink before catching a train home. It is on a street corner across the street from the station.
After completing track and trace formalities, we were disappointed with the real ale selection, which comprised of only Tribute. So, we ended up with sambucas to round off the day.
There is a central bar, plenty of TVs and a few other rowdy customers (I'm not sure whether or not we were rowdy at this stage). However, with its convenient location, I couldn't help but think that this place really isn't realising its full potential.
On 14th June 2021
- rating: 4
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Graham Coombs left this review about The Queens Tap
Old pub opposite the station. All in one knocked-through room with a central bar - a pool table to one side and a seating area to the other. Live music is featured. At the rear there is a little garden. There seemed to be up to 5 ales on offer, including some good local ones. Pleasant enough.
On 28th June 2018
- rating: 7
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E TA left this review about The Queens Tap
The Queen's Tap is a pleasant pub with a single, large u-shaped bar, bare floorboards, right opposite the railway station. The reception from the staff was very welcoming, and the locals were friendly. There were snacks on the bar which added to the welcome. While the pub wasn't too busy, there was still a feeling of activity and liveliness about it. Three ales on, I had the 6X which was in perfect condition. Recommended for a quick pint while waiting for a train, and I would be happy to drop in as part of a crawl.
On 3rd August 2010
- rating: 6
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john mcgraw left this review about The Queens Tap
Very comfortable and fairly large single pub selling up to 3 real ales.Opposite the railway station.
On 5th October 2009
- rating: 8
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Philip Carter left this review about The Queens Tap
Nice corner pub, directly opposite the station. Smart interior. Friendly Staff. Sells real ale. Wheelchair access. Serves food all day. Seating outside, but no parking area.
On 20th July 2008
- rating: 8
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Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Queens Tap
The first thing you see when leaving Swindon railway station - keep going!
On 10th December 2006
- rating: 1
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Alan Winfield left this review about The Queens Tap
The Queens Tap is the first pub you see when coming off the train station.
The pub has got a grand entrance and once inside the pub had high ceilings and was quite spacious,there were three pumps on the bar but only one in use this had Adnams bitter on this was a decent drink.
Pub visited 8/7/2006
On 8th July 2006
- rating: 6
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