Carpenters Arms - Swindon

My husband and I enjoyed two marvellous breakfasts at the Carpenters. The food and the service from Phil were exceptional. The breakfasts were filling and the ingredients all tasted exceptional. All for a reasonable price which included tea and coffee. We would definitely recommend and we will visit again soon.

Came here for breakfast for three of us including a sausage for the dog it was £30. Breakfast comes with a hot drink but it's a bit extra for a latte. The pub is a typical old English pub, it's got a nice home feel about it and it's fantastic that it is dog friendly, the dogs even have their own menu! The breakfast was good but what let it down for us is the sausages are the cheap ones you would find at your typical street cafe. We also found the latte very weak. Staff are friendly and helpful and overall was a nice experience.

Stayed a couple of nights as we were visiting friends in the area. Tried to email regarding my booking but got no response! Friendly welcome. Basic room in need of modernisation. No option of a double bed, only singles! Breakfast not included (was available as an extra, but not till 09.30) was nice We eat there one evening as well which was also fine.

We were told that all food would be freshly cooked to order. My starter was whitebait but was so over cooked I couldn’t taste the fish, it was like eating a bit of burnt batter the same goes for my scampi main. Steaks were also over cooked aswell although asked for medium rare. Young lad that served us was very polite and helpful but the lady in charge maybe needs some training in people skills. Will not be going back and I do not recommend.

We visited again tonight (6 adults) the meals were all different . All the meals were excellent, hot and well cooked with good sized portions . For puddings 3 had sweets which were all different again , no problems again .I would like to say how friendly the young staff and nothing is too much trouble for them . Will definitely be back .