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About the Hotel

The Bull Ring, Thaxted, United Kingdom, CM6 2PL
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Near the historic market town
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Rooms: Modern Conveniences

The Swan Hotel By Greene King Inns has 20 bedrooms with modern conveniences. Room options include double, family, single, and twin rooms. Each room has a TV, desk, and en suite bathroom. Select rooms provide a wardrobe, electric kettle, bathtub, and hairdryer. Additional amenities include ironing facilities, heating, and tea/coffee facilities.

Dining: Traditional British Cuisine

The Swan Hotel features a restaurant that serves traditional British cuisine. The restaurant has exposed beams and open fires. The bar area offers cask ales and fine wines. The menu includes a variety of hot drinks with and without alcohol, like Winter Warmer Mulled Wine, Mis Amigos Chocolate Cream Tequila Liqueur coffee, and Salted Caramel Luxury Hot Chocolate. Offers include 2 main meals from the core menu and 2 drinks for £25, available every weekday between 12 PM and 4 PM. Indulge in desserts such as Caramelised Biscuit Cheesecake and Sticky Toffee Pudding. The hotel offers a Sunday Roast complete with fresh seasonal vegetables, a Yorkshire pudding, rosemary & garlic roast potatoes and gravy. The hotel offers food including at least one main meal, which can include breakfast and sharers. The property offers half a butternut squash with a lentil vegetable filling with grated Italian hard cheese.

Leisure and Entertainment

The Swan Hotel offers open fires and oak beams to create a homely atmosphere. Guests can create memories over an autumnal tipple. New seasonal serves offer notes, hints, and nods to seasonal twists and changes. The hotel provides a new range up to the Festive season, accompanied by Kraken Coffee Roast Rum and Fentimans Ginger Beer.

Location: Historic Essex Town

The Swan Hotel Thaxted sits in the historic Essex market town of Thaxted near the Flitch town of Great Dunmow, with access from the M11 Junction 8 and A120. It is 15 km from London Stansted. Landmarks nearby include Thaxted Almshouses (0.5 km), Thaxted Guildhall (0.3 km), and Thaxted Parish Church (0.3 km).

Services and Facilities

The Swan Hotel offers facilities, such as: disabled access, is dog friendly, and family friendly. Free Wi-Fi is available. The hotel provides a car park. Father's Day celebrations include food and drinks. Greene King Gift Cards are available for purchase. The venue includes seated dining, plug sockets, high chairs, and disabled access.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room
2 persons
10 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Single Room
1 person
10 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
10 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Double Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Double bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Thaxted300 m
Airports
London Stansted (STN) 12.2 km
Cambridge (CBG) 38.2 km
Bus
Bus stop 5.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite

The Swan Hotel offers a delightful dining experience featuring traditional British cuisine in a family-friendly atmosphere. Guests can indulge in a variety of options, accommodating dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free meals, all served in an inviting setting.
Swan Hotel By Greene King Inns Thaxted Restaurant photo
Swan Hotel By Greene King Inns Thaxted Restaurant photo
Swan Hotel By Greene King Inns Thaxted Restaurant photo

The Swan Hotel

British
Ambiance
A warm and traditional setting, perfect for family gatherings and relaxed dining.
Key Offerings
Enjoy hearty mains with rich gravies, coupled with delectable starters and indulgent desserts. A special selection of hot drinks, including luxurious options like Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate and boozy choices such as Mulled Wine, enriches the menu.
Reservation
Not needed
Monday to Friday: 07:00 - 21:00, Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00

Location

The Bull Ring, Thaxted, United Kingdom, CM6 2PL
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The Bull Ring, Thaxted, United Kingdom, CM6 2PL
Nearby
Thaxted
170 m
Central Thaxted
John Webb's Windmill
250 m
24 Watling Street
Thaxted Parish Church
100 m
12 Town Street
Thaxted Guildhall
210 m
Information Centre & Library
Information Centre & Library
290 m
Thaxted Almshouses
Thaxted Almshouses
400 m
Restaurants
Parrishes
220 m
36 Town Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a american breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of rooms:
20
Former name
Swan Hotel
Questions of the users
About Swan Hotel By Greene King Inns
Is there a discount for NHS Blue Light cardholders?
12 November 2025
Yes, the NHS Blue Light discount is available for eligible guests.
Will the hotel be open this weekend for a stay with my partner and small dog?
20 October 2024
The hotel will be open on both Saturday and Sunday for your stay.
What are the check-in hours at the hotel? Can late-night check-ins be accommodated?
15 March 2025
Check-in is available from 14:00 to 22:30 only.
Is there wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests?
26 August 2024
Yes, the hotel offers ground floor rooms and accessible facilities upon request, subject to availability.
How can guests get to the airport without driving?
1 December 2025
It is advisable to pre-book a taxi, as travel times may vary. Alternatively, public transport options like buses are available.
Can early check-out be arranged for guests with early flights?
5 April 2025
An early check-out can be accommodated if arranged in advance.
What kind of breakfast is included with my booking?
30 September 2024
When breakfast is included, guests can enjoy a variety of options including a continental buffet and a full cooked breakfast.
Is there a local taxi service available to Stansted Airport?
13 February 2025
There are local taxi companies listed at reception, and a local bus service, number 316, also operates to the airport.
Is parking available for guests, and are there any accessibility considerations?
17 January 2024
Parking is available but fills up quickly. There's a free alternative parking lot nearby, but the hotel recommends early arrival for convenience.
Do the rooms have air conditioning for warmer months?
23 March 2025
The hotel does not have air conditioning in the rooms, but each room is equipped with a fan.
Are there televisions in the hotel rooms?
11 July 2024
Each room is equipped with a television for guests' entertainment.

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