Charming 4.4-rated inn on Markham Road, Wroughton, featuring cosy rooms, seasonal garden, free Wi-Fi, parking, and close to Swindon attractions.
Guests appreciate the cosy, country-chic setting with quaint rooms and a seasonal garden. The on-site dining and convenient location near local attractions are often highlighted, while some note a lack of air conditioning and pet policies.
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Located on Markham Road in Wroughton, The Fox & Hounds is a cosy inn that combines the charm of a country pub with the convenience of accommodation and dining. Housed in a 19th-century building, it features quaint rooms in an adjacent annexe alongside a bar, restaurant, and live music venue. The setting includes a seasonally furnished garden, offering a relaxed outdoor space for guests.
The property is known for its country-chic atmosphere and warm decoration, appealing to visitors looking for a traditional English pub experience with modern comforts such as free Wi-Fi and parking. While there is no air conditioning or pool, the inn is family-friendly and smoke-free, making it suitable for a variety of guests including those travelling with children.
With a 4.4 rating from nearly 800 reviews, guest feedback is generally positive, highlighting the welcoming environment and good dining options. However, some guests note a mixed overall experience, as reflected in a moderate visitor score for location convenience and facilities. Check-in is from 3 PM, and checkout is at 11 AM, accommodating standard travel schedules.
The Fox & Hounds benefits from proximity to Swindon’s attractions, being about 3 miles from the Swindon Museum & Art Gallery and 4 miles from Swindon Designer Outlet. Nearby natural sites like Avebury, Lydiard Park, and Coate Water Country Park provide additional options for outdoor activities. The inn is also accessible from major airports including Heathrow, approximately an hour’s drive away.
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Set in a 19th-century building surrounded by gardens, this warmly decorated pub with rooms in an adjacent annexe is 3 miles from Swindon Museum & Art Gallery. It's 4 miles from shopping at Swindon Designer Outlet and 5 miles from Swindon train station.
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