The Carpenters Arms
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Carpenters Arms

Old Vicarage Ln, South, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4ST, United Kingdom
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Amenities
ParkingFree
24-hour front desk
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
English
No smoking in public areas
Mountain biking
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Property Description
Located in Swindon, The Carpenters Arms is within a 5-minute drive of Stanton Country Park and Greenbridge Retail Park. This inn is 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Thames River and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Tuckmill Meadow.
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8.0/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.1
Amenities8.0
Location8.1
Service8.0
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Surroundings
Train: Swindon Railway Station
(7.0 km)
Train: Shipton
(36.2 km)
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Single Room Ensuite

Single Room Ensuite

1 single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Hot water (24 hours)
Wi-Fi in room
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Twin Room Ensuite
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Twin Room Ensuite

2 single beds
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Hot water (24 hours)
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Guest Reviews

8/10
Very Good
44 reviews
  • Cleanliness8.1
  • Amenities8
  • Location8.1
  • Service8
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Food Quality: Consistently praised for being fresh, hot, and well-presented, with highlights like Sunday roasts, homemade soups, and generous portions.
W‍e‍n‍x‍i‍a‍o‍x‍i‍o‍n‍g
September 28, 2023
No reception when I arrived. No answer on telephone either.Hustled 15 minutes to find keys on doors to get room myself. Reception opened only when restaurant opened.
O‍l‍g‍a
July 27, 2025
Remote location. Run-down feel about the grounds and paint work. Poor vegetation choice. Everything closed at 21.15 even though it’s a pub
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
June 3, 2025
Rooms look like they haven't changed in a long time, holes in wall and floors but I can put up with that. The room wasn't clean though, lots of cobwebs, ripped bedding and looked like it hadn't been cleaned in a while. I slept better than expected and the bath was nice but also the WiFi signal wasn't great and there is a railway and main road not far away which you can hear but I knew before I went. I thought you reviews seemed pretty good but a lot seemed for the restaurant and not the rooms. Just really disappointed with the cleanliness, I can understand everything else but it's doesn't take long just to clean s room unless they have a problem with spiders with it being outside but some of these spiders look like they had been there a while.
K‍i‍m‍ ‍H
March 21, 2025
The positive - plenty of parking, attractive inside and out, friendly and helpful staff. But the service was incredibly slow and the food was over-cooked convenience fare from the freezer and cheap commercially made sauces. All the starters on the main menu are breaded or battered. Satay chicken skewers were disappointingly dried up, with a sweet sauce. Beer battered fish was curled up on the plate, it was so overcooked, and despite waiting so long, was sent back to the kitchen. Sticky ribs weren't sticky, only the sauce poured liberally over them. The lasagne too appeared so overcooked it didn't look appetising. The only plate that got a thumbs up was the burger.We didn't have dessert. We chose the Carpenters based on a recommendation, and perhaps the kitchen was just having a bad day, but sadly we won't go back.
C‍h‍a‍r‍l‍e‍s
February 21, 2025
Great place to stay Great room Nice and warm even on frosty nights Good bathroom great hot shower Easy parking in pub car park Good food on site
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
September 15, 2024
A very nice, clean stay with welcoming staff
T‍e‍r‍e‍n‍c‍e
October 9, 2023
Back to Basics This is a back to basics accommodation, don't forget a towel and toiletries. Overall the stay wasn't bad, things require a refresh and the staff (and food) in the pub are very good.
a‍l‍i‍s‍o‍n
October 4, 2022
Excellent pub, really good food. Really lovely pub with restaurant. Really good food, good value, nice atmosphere. I'll definitely be back. Good location, especially for business travel.

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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 12:30–20:30
Check-out: Before 10:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

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Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 9
Located in Swindon, The Carpenters Arms is within a 5-minute drive of Stanton Country Park and Greenbridge Retail Park. This inn is 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Thames River and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Tuckmill Meadow.

This smoke-free inn features mountain biking nearby.

At The Carpenters Arms, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for The Carpenters Arms?

The cancellation policy for The Carpenters Arms varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Carpenters Arms?

Standard check-in time at The Carpenters Arms is 12:30-20:30 and check-out time is 10:00.

Does The Carpenters Arms provide breakfast?

No, The Carpenters Arms doesn't provide breakfast.

Can I bring my pet inside the The Carpenters Arms?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in The Carpenters Arms.

About This Property

Nearest Train StationShipton
Distance to Train Station36.18KM
Average Price FromSGD116
Hotel Star Rating3