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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.
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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
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.
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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
Cast Iron Bar & Grill
Location: Old Town
About: Swindon Marriott Hotel's Cast Iron Bar & Grill offers fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a welcoming ambiance. From English classics to globally-inspired favorites they have something for everyone. Pair your meal with a choice from the wine list to enjoy in the sun!
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Highly Recommend: Chalk Stream Trout Fishcake filled served with a lemon, parsley, spinach, poached egg, dressed salad, £13.50.
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: Pipers Way, Swindon, Wiltshire SN3 1SH
Telephone: 01793 512121
Silks on the Downs
Location: Marlborough
About: Silks on the Downs is a British gastro pub offering delicious dishes created by locally sourced ingredients in a relaxed atmosphere. Offering a variety of seasonal & special fusion dishes for lunch, dinner, and Sunday lunch, you can enjoy all of these al fresco style out in their beautiful summer garden.
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Highly Recommend: Honey Baked Wiltshire Ham with Fried Eggs & Hand Cut Chips, £12.00.
Al Fresco Rating: 3/5
Address: Main Rd, Marlborough, SN8 1RZ
Telephone: 01672 841229
Cricklade House & Fritillary Spa
Location: Cricklade
About: With over 30 acres of breath taking land Cricklade House offer you the most tranquil and relaxed place to dine al fresco style. Providing an array of fresh, mouth-watering dishes that their expert chefs carefully create which you can enjoy whilst you sit outside.
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Highly Recommend: Greek Salad £5.50
Al Fresco Rating: 4/5
Address: Cricklade House, Common Hill, Cricklade, Wiltshire, SN6 6HA
Telephone: 01793 750751
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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.