Pubs are so deeply ingrained in our British culture that it’s no surprise that most soap operas, for example, are centred around the local watering hole! Renowned all over the world, the great British pub is more than a place to drink craft ale, cider, or wine – it’s the focus of community life in villages, towns, and cities all over the country. But what makes a pub a classic?
When it comes to cosy Cheshire pubs, we truly think we have one of the best offerings at The Swan! So, to answer the question what makes us so, we asked our first-hand source – our lovely customers what they think makes us classic. Here’s what they had to say!
The History
Many of the best pubs in not only Cheshire, but Britain have a rich history behind them and tend to carry that through their design and traditions. Your best classic pubs will feature a cosy log fire, low wooden beamed ceilings and even some artifacts from their histories!
Did you know The Swan at Tarporley dates back to the 16th Century? Some of our most historic features are located in the Tarporley Room. A unique suite welcoming up to 100 guests for business or pleasure. The room has been hosting some of the finest parties in the county since 1762.
A lot of the cosy Cheshire pubs in the small towns and villages around us can offer a historic and charming atmosphere, but we think nobody does it quite like The Swan!
The Feelings
Talking of atmosphere, heading to the pub offers a completely different environment from your regular bar or indeed, club. In a classic cosy pub, the atmosphere tends to be welcoming, relaxed, and comforting. A place to call home, if you will.
A classic cosy Cheshire pub is a place you can walk into at any time with friends to grab a drink or a bite and still feel the best reception. There’s nothing quite like sitting by the warming fire, sipping on a pint of real ale with the smell of homecooked gourmet comfort food drifting through the air. That’s The Swan in a nutshell!
At The Swan, we pride ourselves on our relaxed pub atmosphere – its engrained in our team’s mentality and we think they do a really good job. Open every day, we welcome everyone in to relax by our open fires and enjoy our quiet cosy surroundings. You can rely on us.
The Perfect Pint
What’s a pub without a good (no, GREAT) pint? The selection of beers and ales can make or break a pub, and of course having the favourites on tap really help cement the classic pub vibe. For more authentic experience, may venues will carry locally produced beers and ales which gives its visitors a taste of its surroundings.
At our cosy Cheshire pub, we carry a fantastic range of locally crafted beers and ales from Westwood distillery just 11 minutes from our pub, as well as from other local suppliers. We have also just refurbished our cellar with a super smart dispensing system to give customers the crispest tasting drinks. Trust us!
The Classic British food
And finally, all our customers that we asked agreed, a classic pub wouldn’t be complete without the perfect pub grub! What could be better at the weekend than an ale and some good food to go with it? Many people even venture to the pub solely for a meal, as its usually one of the best places to grab a classic British dish. Whether it’s fish and chips, steak, a pie of the day or even the best Sunday roast in Cheshire – with a wide range of great British classics, you’re sure to find something tasty on the menu.
At The Swan, our menus will always feature the best of the best from locally sourced suppliers, and they ALWAYS go down a treat. Have we tempted you into a cosy Cheshire pub trip? Good – we look forward to seeing you! Book a table directly on our website now.
