Author: the-swan

Your Guide to Walking the Sandstone Trail In Winter

What could be better than a crisp winter walk around Cheshire? Come January when we’re in the throes of winter, the leaves have fallen from the trees, there’s a refreshing in the air and the winter frost has begun to coat our surroundings. Truly beautiful! When it comes to the best walking routes in Cheshire,… Read more »

Tips For Planning Your 2022 Christmas Party In Cheshire

It may seem a little early yet, but like it or not, the mention of Christmas is slowly creeping into conversations! This is our first real Christmas post-Covid where there’s very little concern, meaning it’s a good excuse to celebrate yuletide joy in the good old fashioned way we used to. Think lots of great… Read more »

Christmas In Tarporley & Cheshire – What To Do

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Yet again! As the cooler months come and dark nights draw in, and the those twinkling lights begin to don our homes, we think it’s about time we begin to plan all our wonderful Christmas activities. There’s plenty of festive activities all around Cheshire at Christmas and… Read more »

The Perfect Cheshire Pub For Shooting Parties

As we approach the first day of the shooting season, our minds naturally turn to what would make the perfect pub in Cheshire for welcoming shooting parties looking for a place to stay. Some of the key ingredients would be great rooms for the party to stay in, a range of beers and wine to… Read more »

Staying Outside Of Chester – Benefits Of Being On The Edge Of The City

When looking for a British staycation, we realise it’s hard to choose between a city break or a countryside getaway. Conveniently at The Swan, we have you covered for both! If you’re planning on staying outside of Chester, whether that’s for the races, a spot of shopping or just because it’s somewhere you want to… Read more »

Reasons To Love Autumn Staycations In Cheshire

Planning a Golf Trip in Cheshire

Autumn offers staycation-ers a different type of holiday to the sunseekers but one just as relaxing and memorable. As the cooler weather draws in and the leaves start to turn brown, where better to be than the beautiful English countryside? Because that’s exactly what you get when you come to stay at The Swan. Located… Read more »

Christening Reception Décor Ideas From Our Team

Deciding to have your child christened is definitely a reason to celebrate. It’s a time to invite family and friends to gather for a celebration and share the joy. Organising a christening can be stressful, especially when you’re trying to look after your new baby, but they are worth it. Plus, our team at The… Read more »

Pub Food In Cheshire – Our Team’s Favourite Dishes

Pub in Cheshire

Here at The Swan, every one of our menu items is created with our customers in mind. We have something for everyone with our pub food in Cheshire, from our Stanley John’s 28-day prime beef and fresh battered fish and chips to our seasonal menu that changes depending on what tastes are popular at any… Read more »

Hiking The Sandstone Trail: What You Need To Know

Hiking the Sandstone Trail

The Sandstone Trail is the ruby-like jewel in the North West’s crown when it comes to walking routes. The 34-mile-long ramble is the perfect way to take in the beauty of central Cheshire and the surrounding area.  Created in 1974, the Sandstone Trail was voted as one of Britain’s favourite walks by ITV viewers, and… Read more »

What Can You Use Our Tarporley Event Space For?

We love hosting all kinds of occasions at The Swan, and what better a place to utilise than our historic Tarporley event space? Our Tarporley Room dates back to 1762, back when our pub was a convenient stopping place for those travelling the 200 miles from the north of England to London. Beautifully decorated with… Read more »