The Blunsdon Arms in Swindon

Lovely pub and wonderful team. It’s always very interesting seeing people who have never let you down. Highly recommended!

Best pub in north Swindon. Good food, good facilities, large garden, outside bar and super friendly team. Open later than the rest of the pubs in the area

We allways love out visit and allways enjoy our visit however we cone for breakfast all had scrambled eggs on toast it come out toast on top of each other and scrambled egg very small portion probably why toast stacked up as not enough egg for 2 pieces of toast very disappointing

Popped in for a cheeky mid week pint, lovely friendly service as usual. Great place for a quick pint, a friends catch up or a family meal.

Hubby and I had Haddock and chips. The food was OK. However, the table was not clean. The salt pot was damp and rusty, no free flowing salt there. The lemon that came with the fish had obviously been laying around in the kitchen, not freshly cut and the tartar sauce was not good. Too many little issues. Clean up your act Blunsdon!

Miserable,unmotivated staff. Grubby interior. Scruffy exterior. Kids behind bar and eating next to their bike after school. Management clearly have lost interest.

Nice pub but staff quite miserable and not very welcoming. Food is good. - Ladies toilets are grubby and I don’t like to use them unless I really have to. Some of the walls next to tables look grubby- yuk - don’t want to touch them. The tables are often left uncleared for ages after the people have left- we have encountered flies because of this. The garden is starting to look a mess - weeds everywhere , needs attention. Would be great place if these issue were addressed.

Had the bottomless brunch for 6 of us. The staff were very attentive especially Matt. The food was great, had an excellent time. Will recommend to All my friends

NEVER AGAIN.... This was the second time we visited the Blunsdon Arms for Lunch but never again. Had booked a table for 1.00pm Lunchtime, arrived, had to queue for about 10 minutes was then told the table reserved for us had been taken,they offered a very small table that would siut 2 people but not 4 so we walked out & went to another venue, the first time we went there ,on a Sunday after booking we were told they had run out of Sunday Roast. NEVER AGAIN...

There is only ONE member of staff who cares( the lovely lady with the glasses) no one else gives a toss, apart from the manager when he is on bar duty.

Inedible sirloin steak, when plates collected was obvious unable to eat due to amount left on plate. Offer of free desert from a very nervous young waitress, we were unable to accept this due to time restraint. No other compensation no one else bothered to take ownership of issue before we left

I had an amazing night, was well looked after by Cath and the gang. Well definitely come back again.

Came her for my daughters birthday, nice and busy, good atmosphere, everyone had a lovely meal and was at a set price too

Wonderful place with an amazing team. All polite and very professional and attentive. Wonderful garden and good car park.

The family love coming over to this great pub the food is excellent and the service speed to such a huge garden is something the landlord/ lady should be immensely proud of. Always manage to stumble across they great offers when visiting and have now downloaded their app for even more offers what a great pub

As always have an amazing time at the Blunsdon Arms… Food is great, service is fantastic.. especially Cath, really feel that she looks after me every time I go.. Feels like a real locals pub, really good value for money and such a great place...

Had a great time playing the pub quiz, hosted by I believe his name is Simon? Really good fun, we ordered drinks on the app aswell that came out really quickly each time, the cocktails are a must try especially the colada - tini! All...

Lovely meal with friends, Cath looked after us and made sure we had everything we needed. Nothing was too much trouble. Service was quick and food was delicious.

Had a wonderful bottomless brunch within friends on Sunday. The staff were accommodating and friendly as always. Matt looked after us throughout our visit. Many thanks.

Great food, friendly staff and love the Wednesday quiz hosted by Simon. Thanks to Cath for always looking after us - lucky to have such a lovely local pub

Lovely relaxed pub and their bar man Brad is very polite, welcoming and efficent . Wehave been 2 weeks on trot and each time Brad has served us. Very pmeasureable experience.

The garden area here has really been improved and it’s a great accessible spot to enjoy the sunshine. Friendly staff and reasonable food prices too.

Best pub in Swindon. Well ran, great cask ales. Love cocktails. Good outside bar. Good great value

We dined here on 4 nights consecutively. Great staff, great variety of food, well cooked and presented. Nice atmosphere and reasonably priced. Highly recommend curry night on Wednesday. Thank you all from table 36

Came for father s day had a great meal service and food excellently even found us a table out side so we could carry on great service

Came here for brunch today and it was amazing, went for a full breakfast and some hash browns (worth the extra effort in the gym)

This is my local. Great atmosphere, always busy. Has an outside bar, does late night food and has the occasional singer. Staff all friendly

Lovely pub with nice beer garden however I challenge you to find more arrogant, rude incompetent bar staff anywhere in Swindon .Landlord seems happy to stay in kitchen whilst his staff behave as they please towards the customers.

Stopped in whilst visiting family in the area. Service was great, greeted by a young lady behind the bar and she explained how we could either order at the table or at the bar. Food came out quickly and was delicious. Was relatively busy but...

Our first impression when arriving, barmaid attitude was terrible, no greeting, she stood there as though she was sucking on a slice of lemon, slamming the drinks on the bar. We informed her we had a table booked, only to be pointed to a table...

Great atmosphere , Garden was huge and very well kept business , I had some beers from the outside bar. Tha app was also very easy to use

I went here for a meal and drinks with my friends and the experience was excellent, I ordered my food and it came in very quickly with the service being great. I will definitely come back again.

Out with friends for food and drinks and we wasn’t left disappointed. Food was excellent and the service was even better. We were looked after by Cath who was amazing and was very helpful. All of the staff were very good and will definitely be...

A place I will unfortunately never return to. Myself and my family went for lunch to celebrate my dads birthday. The starter came out at various times and out of the 4, 3 had to be returned. Freezing cold and just looked awful. We ended...

Food is dry and tasteless. Staff are very inexperienced and lack any customer service skills. Ok as a pub garden but wouldn’t eat here again.

Had dinner here with family including 2 children. It was very busy but the service was OK if a little slow but understdable, food was fine, would go again.

This pub has some good things going for it, friendly staff, great new updated decor and a good location which means it’s often busy. What it now needs to do is focus on the quality of its food and the cleanliness of the tables which...

Ordered Scampi and chips. Scampi was overcooked. Chips tasted liked they had been reheated and were very dry. Not worth the money

Dirty tables and slow service. We had to ask for our table to be cleaned. Our meals came out and then had to wait for cutlery. Meat over cooked

Visited a few times before Christmas and since its been done out its much better. The evenings with live music were good but the only way I found out about these nights was because they had notices up in the pub. It would be good...

been going to the Blunsdon for many years , food was always good , good selection of hot dishes ,belly pork yum, chicken ,and burger meals ,speciality pies .basically good Pub Grub. went Saturday 4.30pm table of 6 , ordered up food came starters were...

We came yesterday and choose the festive menu I had the soup to Start was delicious and I had the traditional turkey xmas dinner which was delicious service good only thing was we never had pigs in blanket and no cranberry sauce we did ask...

Had lunch. Very busy, but what do you expect this time of year? Menu fairly comprehensive. Service a bit slow (very busy) and order only from the bar (queue). Cosy atmosphere by a gas fire. Staff friendly. Prices average and reasonable value for money. Parking...

Ordered some garlic bread and few other side dishes … omg it was terrible..1/2 a ciabatta can’t really be a portion it was cut into 4 small bits .. shocking .. glad I didn’t order any other food as what we see coming out didn’t...

Friendly eating/drinking house great staff always big smiles & great service even when very busy ,very good value ,always served in realistic time ,great bar selection quiz evening a great laugh even if your not taking part .

We booked a table here which we ended up getting to half an hour early due to the Lydiard Park fireworks debacle. No problem as our table was ready, had good food and service. Shame about the singer (when you have to shout to hear...

Ordered the set two course meal for a set price, and made this clear when ordering (twice, at the start and when ordering deserts) but was charged full price at the end as some of the desserts weren't included in the offer. The manager was...

Family Sunday lunch pre-booked no roast beef, no roast potatoes no sirloin steak so we had to pick third choice menu options. Prawn cocktail starters straight from the freezer and bread still part frozen. Surf and turf brought wrong cut of steak and the ribeye...

Four of us - two couples, went there for a few drinks and a meal on a Tuesday evening and were immediately met with lack lustre service from the bar staff. We were totally ignored at the bar and brushed off by the pink haired...

Been a couple of times because food is on the good side of ok. Stopped using the garden because it is showing signs of never being cleaned. The ‘ no smoking’chalets have become ‘smoke in here and leave your butts on the floor’. Management should...

Myself and partner had a meal at the Blunsden Arms swindon wiltshire last night on arrival we waited at the door to be seated waited 5 minutes then had to shout a server to grab their attention, we were then seated s few things not...

We booked a table for dinner for 8 people, all ordered together at 7:00, waited 1 hour and 45 minutes for the first 3 orders then another 25 minutes for the other orders to arrive. So nearly a 2 hour wait for food!! Asked to...

Dreadful service, food over cooked and dry. 2 starters - wait time 30minutes. Followedby 40-45 minute wait for 5burgers all cooked to a crisp burger sauce had a dry film on it and One Sea Bass - dry and like cardboard. Followed by another eternal...

Disappointing. Had great hopes following the refurb but alas, still work to be done. We were seated promptly but at the wrong table and so asked to move. Food ordered at the bar but no mention of the 40 minute delay, food arrived incorrect and...

This place is part of a chain, the food was really nice to be fair, typical pub grub but still the presentation was good and it was served hot. Its a locals pub and does get really busy on weekends

Came here after was turned down by the toby carvery! And I'm so glad they turned us away! From the moment we stepped in staff were there ready to greet us! The manager running around sorting tables for people but had a smile on her...

Went out for early evening meal with the family and soon regretted choosing the Blunsdon. Ordering and arrival of drinks fairly straightforward and quick. No eggs weirdly? Core of most “pub food” meals on the menu. Most of the meals turned up with the exception...

Went here 2 weeks running , first time had mixed grill second time had gammon, both time told could not have eggs with it as the hob was broken so they couldn't cook them. I cant understand why to hob hasn't been fixed after 2...

Always good food and great value for money. A great beer selection as well. Best to book as they do get busy.

I’m so peed off with restaurants saying they serve fish with tartare sauce and then running out ……hello there is a massive Asda a 2 minute walk away. I had to change my order and eat my food after my partner had finished his dinner...

Sat outside for drinks with friends. Drinks took 5-10 mins to come, ordered on the app, which is reasonable. However desert took 40 mins and had to chase it. Staff were quite friendly however.

Came once previously and was very impressed. Decided to meet up with an old friend and was equally impressed. Was directed to any table to the left of the door, ordered on the app and my drinks and food arrived very quickly. Staff were very...

Stopped here today with a voucher from Christmas. Staff we’re actually very good in all respects. Food was lukewarm at best. 10oz ribeye at £15.79 (I recall) and it wasn’t even hot. No point in complaining. Won’t be heading back again

Have eaten a number of times and ordered through the app, Drinks were a little slow but food came fairly quickly. We had sandwiches which were OK but not great. The gammon main course was good today but previously was not consistent to this standard....

Enjoyable lunch here, very polite and helpful staff. Cheap and cheerful food and quick service for drinks and food. Will return.

Went for a family meal on Saturday as a treat for my girls. The service was excellent and the food was great as usual. Food came within 10mins of ordering and was lovely and hot and very tastful (compliments to chefs). Our waitress not sure...

1st time visit to eat was greeted by a very pleasant happy lady who we later found out was Catherine who showed us to our table and explained the menu choices. We selected our meals but unfortunately my wife's choice was unavailable so she was...

Cracking event for family (with friends). Santa was brill and everyone had a great time (and full tummies). So hard to get in to see Santa and this was just the job!

Regulars at the pub for quizzes, meals, but found Xmas meal was poor, especially compared to The Harvester. Service wasn't good either.

I have an ember inns app with enough dining rewards for a free dessert, when I ordered one the barman could not get the app to work and said there’s nothing I can do about it, so I told him I did not want the...

We went to the Breakfast with Santa event today and it was great. It was pretty busy but the staff were very efficient and friendly. We were seated promptly and with a smile! The food was tasty and good portions, very reasonably priced too. Santa...

I went there with my partner and I have to say, I was blown away by everything really. As soon as you walk in there is a lovely christmassy vibe, the staff greet you at the door and show you to your table. I never...

I visited at lunch time on 1/12 whilst waiting for my wife to finish some Christmas shopping near by. I was meet at the door by a men in shirt and tie and show over to a table. I asked what ales they serve as...

Absolutely shocked. We went for dinner as a family and we were sat opposite the kitchen. My vision of the kitchen was clear and I was astonished of the lack of care and attention to follow good food hygiene practices. I list my findings 1....

We went on a Thursday evening, pre booked a table for four. When we arrived we were shown to it straight away and placed a drinks order. The server gave us all menus and went for the drinks. She returned with the drinks almost immediately...

Took advantage of the 50% off food, yippee! Didn't realise only 50% would be edible, sad face. Reason being, call me Mr Picky, but a mixed grill and ribs should be served above room temperature. Sad face.

Pretty disappointed really. Only had gravy on Turkey. Veg and roasties dry. Sprouts and carrots so hard one shot off my plate trying to cut it. NO CRANBERRY SAUCE. What is a Christmas lunch without Cranberry?????

Servers dispose of your 'Paid' drinks regardless of if your personal belongings are on the chair or table. Asked for my 'paid' drinks back and they said no. Ridiculous. Only go here if you don't mind paying double drinks as your drink will get taken...

Really liked the Blunsdon Arms but stopped going for a while as it was sometimes hard to find a clean table without used glasses and plates etc left on table and some were not cleared away for ages, was hoping it was a one off...

Went to the Blundsdon for a light bite and a drink. Service was fantastic. Loaded Nachos are a must!! Catherine was especially helpful. Definitely be back. 5⭐️

I’ve been coming here for years so this review is probably a bit delayed! I should have done it ages ago. I love this place. Friendly staff who have been really battered through the pandemic. Great atmosphere and creative solutions to the pandemic period. Cath...

Food here is served hot and good value. What I was very disappointed about on my recent visit was that the internal tables are never cleaned properly (used to be when covid was in full swing) Now when you ask for them to be cleaned,...

Great Family Pub, Great Friendly Staff & amazing food well worth the visit would book for Sunday's though as gets busy

Came in Friday afternoon on my own. Food was very good value for money & tasty. All the staff working were very friendly and helpful, even managed to move my table closer to a plug socket so I could carry on working. Will definitely visit...

Came here to meet around 10 friends on a Saturday night. And had a brilliant night! Food was well cooked, tasty and well portioned. Service was quick. Staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely bringing the whole family here - kids and dogs - another time....

You have to order via the scan code from your table which we found rather difficult and not what we are used to, however when we sorted out the technical hitches the actual service was good and the food came quickly. Children’s menu was OK...

staff tell you that you must use the APP, which wasn't working, so apparently this means the staff just ignore you, have to try and beckon one to get drinks refull. I agree with previous poster, the place looks grubby, staff look like they cannot...

The food here is lovely never had a bad meal, good for the price and very helpful & friendly staff, easy to book and has been very safe through Covid.

Good service, great sheds outside to sit in which kept us sheltered from the rain. Food menus were confusing as what was 'on the menu' wasn't actually due to COVID. Reasonably priced and good for families.

We haven't been here for a few years and it is very run down. I didn't feel confident in the cleanliness, particularly given the current situation. I took visiting family for Father's day dinner but I was a bit embarrassed tbh. The table was sticky,...

5 out of 5 Great meals.There was five of us, had four different meals The two roast dinners were very tasty and the two steaks were cooked to perfection The posh fish finger sandwich was amazing. Great pub to visit and would highly recommend A...

Haven’t been here for a while and was sad to see how run down it had become. Food portions were on the small side and cocktails (if you could call them that) were so watered down. Real shame, but saying that the staff were fantastic...

Went here with my kids and grandkids which consisted of 5adults, 2 kids and a 2 year old for a meal and drinks and I very surprised by the meals in particular. Starters were excellent too but my mixed grill was very nice and all...

Having eaten here for a few years I expect reasonably decent food however our last three visits have been very disappointing. Food is poor and the staff aren’t great, hearing swearing from the staff that have gathered at the end of the bar is not...

The place is really Lovely, lots of people and different choices to drink and eat. The only thing is that I booked a table at 20:15 On a friday night to eat and drink with friends .. it wasn’t written anywhere, not mentioned on the website, Tripadvisor and the waiter didn’t tell us but from 21:00 on you wouldn’t order any food anymore nor peanuts nor crisps. Waiter by the way a bit rude. We were driving so hoped to get food and a drink together to make sure it was safe. Quite disappointed with both service and booking, when it’s specifically asked if you come to drink or drink and eat.

Blunsdon arms has always been a family favourite, and we visited here yesterday in a pre booked hut outside. When we arrived the waiter took us too our table/hut which was dirty and has glasses all over it, food and fag butts on the floor....

Went there this weekend, the man who took us to our table was terribly rude. Has no enthusiasm, he spilt drink on our table and did not bother to come back and clean the table... luckily I had tissue to wipe it up other wise...

Service was good to be fair .. Food wasn't great, missing items from our food which isn't the waiting staff's fault. Food was dry. Won't be returning any time soon which is a shame as its local to us! Would rather travel.

Had a great experience at the Blunsdon Arms Saturday 12th December 2020 staff did a very good job in what are difficult circumstances at present, the five of us plus one child couldn't fault anything at all. Let's hope we can all get back to...

Great idea but. Outside .pods not wiped down between visits, used lates/glasses from other customers not cleared between visits etc...BUT by far the worst we ordered a bottle of wine which is brought out with 2 wet glasses which on inspection both have lipstick prints...