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Rudi's Bar
Location: Swindon
About: Rudi's has plenty of outdoor seating perfect for al fresco dining. Offering a mouth watering lunch menu, Rudi's is the perfect place to grab your friends and family and gather under the beautiful sun! Serving exquisite dishes such as; Pulled Beef Brisket with Root Veg Slaw, Pickles and Hot Mustard, Roast Chorizo with Onion Marmalade and Paprika Mayo with a Brioche Bun all served with French Fries or their Soup of the day.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: Lemonade Battered Cod served with triple cooked chips, garden peas and a lemon mayo, £12.00.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: 21 Regent Circus, Swindon, SN1 1PN
Telephone: 01793 523892
The Rose and Crown Ashbury
Location: Ashbury
About: This perfect country inn which is nestled in the beautiful village of Ashbury, is known for its superb chef and a really exciting menu which receives some outstanding reviews, whether you fancy classic pub food or some very tempting foodie dishes.
When the weather is on our side, you can vacate to their outdoor garden area where you can enjoy delicious dishes and their outdoor pizza menu.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: 3Bs battered fish of the day served with crushed peas, tartare sauce and chips or fries £14
Al Fresco Rating: 5/5
Address: Rose & Crown, 3 High Street, Ashbury, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 8NA
Telephone: 44 (0) 1793 378354
The Red Lion Cricklade
Location: Cricklade
About: Enjoy the sunny weather with a delicious bite to eat and top quality beer at one of the most historic British pubs.
Sit outside and relax with the breath-taking countryside views whilst you indulge in the best meats from H James Butchers, along with other exceptional fresh and locally sourced ingredients that form the most mouth-watering dishes.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: Roasts meats of the day Sandwich W/ Tripple Cooked Chips £11
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: 74 High Street, Cricklade, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 6DD
Telephone: 01793 750776
The Hatch
Location: Old Town
About: Located in The Globe Pub Garden in Old Town Swindon, they offer delicious seasonal street food menus from Thursdays - Sundays.
For summer they create a specific new menu that features incredibly delicious street food inspired dishes that you will love. From huge juicy burgers to bright tacos, they have a selection of dishes available that you can enjoy outside in the sunny weather.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: The Globe Pub Garden, Old Town, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 3LT
Hall & Woodhouse
Location: Wichelstowe
About: The beautiful pub, Hall & Woodhouse is the ideal place to indulge in a selection of delectable dishes. Offering lovely scenic views of the Wichelstowe canalside it's the perfect location to be when the sun is on our side.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: H&W Beef Burger served with triple cooked chips, £14.00.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: Peglars Way, Wichelstowe, Swindon, SN1 7DA
Telephone: 01793 209207
The Barrington Arms
Location: Shrivenham
About: Barrington Arms Shrivenham are a popular country pub, restaurant and hotel that serve the local area exceptional food and drink.
Come rain or sunshine, this local hotspot is the ideal destination for when you're looking for a traditional Sunday lunch, top quality pint, or a place to get together with friends and family when the weather is on our side.
Offering a large beer garden where you can indulge in some summer light bites, sunday lunch, or pub grub classics. With an array of comfortable outdoor seating as well as multiple sun shades for when the weather is shing bright.
Menu: View their Facebook page to find all their different menus.
Highly Recommend: Their summer menu features a delicious scotch egg with piccalilli.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: 25 High Street, Shrivenham, Wiltshire, SN6 8AN
Telephone: 01793 784692
De Vere Cotswold Water Park
Location: South Cerney
About: Take a seat on the outdoor decking at De Vere Cotswold Water Park, and take in the beautiful scenery. Situated on the Cotswold lakes, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind in the modern surroundings and marvel at the picturesque views with a refreshing drink and delicious, freshly prepared food.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: Lamb, mint & rosemary pretzel bun with tomato, lettuce, pickles and coleslaw, served with salted chunky chips and a homemade Tzatziki sauce, £16.00.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: Lake 6, Spine Road East, South Cerney, Gloucestershire, GL7 5FP
Telephone: 01285 864000
Chiseldon House Hotel
Location: Chiseldon
About: The award winning restaurant at Chiseldon House is the perfect place to dine al fresco. With outside tables set within the walled courtyard and a stunning country garden, where better to enjoy beautifully presented cuisine made from fresh, local and seasonal produce.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: Wild Mushroom & Butternut Squash Tagliatelle, £12.95.
Al Fresco Rating: 3/5
Address: New Road, Chiseldon, Swindon, Wiltshire SN4 0LX
Telephone: 01793 741010
The Cricklade Club
Location: Cricklade
About: The Cricklade Club is a rustic and cosy cafe/bar that has a gorgeous outside seating area. They are incredibly friendly and offer a range of delicious and unique dishes that will definitely interest you! They serve a fantastic Rancho Tostada with chilli beans, sweetcorn, red peppers, avocado, poached egg, sour cream, chili sauce which is all placed on a toasted tortilla.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: Cauliflower, chickpea and coconut curry served with flatbread and a homemade mango chutney, £10.95.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: The Cricklade Club, 38 High Street, Cricklade, SN66AY
Telephone: 01793 299079
Jennie's Kitchen
Location: Ashton Keynes
About: Jennie's Kitchen occupies a former derelict farm building which has been beautifully renovated and fully equipped for the purpose of offering delicious food. This cosy restaurant creates dishes that are cooked and prepared on site and they try to use local suppliers wherever possible.
As well as local suppliers they also grow their own vegetables and fruit with the use of their own greenhouse and organic vegetable garden facilities. Whilst surrounded by their beautiful outdoor garden area with flowers and plants they offer plentiful seating with sensational dishes!
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: Coronation chicken jacket potato or their Simon Weaver brie and cranberry grilled panini.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: Wheatleys Barn Farm, Fridays Ham Lane, Ashton Keynes SN6 6QP, Unitited Kingdom
Telephone: 01285 860048
Longs Bar
Location: Old Town
About: With plenty of outdoor seating and an extensive food menu, Longs is the perfect place to grab a little sunshine. It gets busy from midday at weekends, so the early birds catch the best seats. We'd reccomend the one of their amazing signature burgers and a refreshing margarita.
Menu: Click here
Highly Recommend: Stonebake Pizza £8.95
Al Fresco Rating: 3/5
Address: 86-87 Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3BB
Telephone: 01793 534519
FAQs
Where are the best places to dine al fresco in Swindon? Our favourites are Jennie's Kitchen, Hall & Woodhouse and The Cricklade Club, but why don't you find out for yourself by taking a look at our Al Fresco Dining in Swindon guide. We've given you an exciting list of divine restaurants that offer the finest dishes that are perfect for when the sun is beaming. Whether you fancy a fresh stonebake pizza, summer salad or an ongoing flow of cocktails, our guide is here to help you find the top spots for when the weather is on our side.
Which restaurants provide outdoor seating in Swindon? Cast Iron Bar & Grill, De Vere Cotswold Water Park and Longs Bar are just a few but why don't you check out our full list of the best places to dine al fresco style in Swindon by taking a look at our al Fresco dining in Swindon guide.
What restaurants provide outdoor pods in Swindon? Blunsdon House Hotel & The Dockle