Welcome to The Black Swan Inn
Just to let you know our Bar and Kitchen are currently closed Monday & Tuesday Lunchtimes and we currently open our doors at 3pm on these days. These will start again from Monday 25th October where we will be open from Midday. For some other good news, from the 17th October we will be opening for dinner on Sunday evenings between 5.30pm & 20.00pm. Bookings now being taken online! Look forward to seeing you soon... Kev, Steph, Ash & The Team.
Rooms
Cosy Double
Our 3 Cosy Doubles are full of character and each styled individually in calming neutral tones.
They each come fully equipped with their own ensuite shower room, organic toiletries by Bramley, crisp white linen, TV, free WIFI, tea & coffee making facilities and a gorgeous Roberts Radio.
Cosy Twin
Our Cosy Twin comes fully equipped with two single beds, an ensuite shower room, organic toiletries by Bramley, crisp white linen, TV, free WIFI, tea & coffee making facilities and a gorgeous Roberts Radio.
Large Double
Our Large Doubles are slightly more spacious than our Cosy Doubles in size and feature a large double / queen size bed. They are styled in similar neutral tones and come fully equipped with their own ensuite shower or bathroom with a shower over bath combination, organic toiletries by Bramley, crisp white linen, TV, free WIFI, tea & coffee making facilities and a gorgeous Roberts Radio.
King
Our King is full of character and beautifully styled, it features a gorgeous four poster king size bed, an ensuite bathroom (Shower over bath combination) organic toiletries by Bramley, crisp white linen, TV, free WIFI, tea & coffee making facilities and a gorgeous Roberts Radio.
About Us
The Black Swan is a beautiful Georgian coaching inn situated in the historic market town of Devizes. Located just 20 miles from the city of Bath, 16 miles from Stonehenge and 8 miles from Avebury, we really are the perfect base for exploring Wiltshire and its surrounding areas, such as Longleat, Bowood, Castle Combe and the beautiful village of Lacock.
We have 9 beautifully decorated bedrooms, each equipped with ensuite bath / shower rooms, crisp white linen, organic Bramley toiletries, TV’s, free guest wifi, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryers and Roberts radios.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner is served by our kitchen team who are dedicated to using the finest local suppliers and ingredients wherever possible. Our bar is open daily serving a great selection of wine, beer and spirits.
We really do have everything you need for the perfect staycation.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Black Swan.
Kev, Steph & The Team.
Bar Opening Times
(Currently Closed Monday & Tuesday Lunchtimes, Reopen Monday 25th October- Apologies for any Inconvenience Caused)
Monday - Saturday :12.00 - 23.00 ( Monday & Tuesdays - opening at 3pm)
Sunday: 12.00 - 21.00
Kitchen Opening Times
(Currently Closed Monday & Tuesday Lunchtimes, Reopen Monday 25th October- Apologies for any Inconvenience Caused)
Monday - Thursday: 12.00 - 14.30 / 17.30 - 21.00
Friday - Saturday: 12.00 - 15.00 / 17.30 - 22.00
Sunday: 12.00 - 16.00 (Dinner service starting on the 17th October 5.30pm - 20.00pm)
Resident breakfast is available Tuesday - Sunday between 8am -10am.
For any Sunday night stays, we currently only offer a "Room Only" rate, however, we are extremley lucky in Devizes to be surrounded by lots of eateries who offer breakfast early on a Monday morning. If you need any recommendations, please speak to a member of our team who will be happy to help.
Parking
Although we do not have any on-site parking here at The Black Swan, there is plenty of car parking available within Devizes.
Most parking within Devizes is free overnight and all day on a Sunday so a short stay car park may suit your needs. If your require longer, there are two long stay car parks within a few minutes walk of us, Station Road (Approx. £4.50 per day) and The Wharf ( Approx £6.80 per day). You are very welcome to drop your bags off to us first and our team will be happy to direct you to the best place to park. There is also plenty of on street parking which offers either an hour or two of free parking, which may also suit your needs.
If you use one of the long stay car parks, you can pay more in advance and it will roll over to the next day to avoid you making the early trip to ticket machine, please just check the conditions displayed by the machine in case this changes for any reason.
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Attractions
Caen Hill Locks
A beautiful 10 minute walk along the canal. Caen Hill is situated along the Kennett & Avon Canal and is one of the longest continuous flight of locks in the country - a total of 29 locks over 2 miles. There is also a café if you fancy a stop. For more information on Caen Hill Locks, or the Kennett & Avon Canal, please visit www.canalrivertrust.org.uk
Wadworth Brewery
Almost on our doorstep, Wadworth’s Victorian brewery, is an iconic part of Devizes. The tower brewery, built in 1885, is a real landmark in the town and no trip to the South West of England would be complete without a visit. Visit their website www.wadworth.co.uk for more information.
Drews Pond Nature Reserve
A short walk away, Drews Pond Wood Local Nature Reserve has loads of things to see and discover. There is a network of pathways through woodland, a lovely pond which is usually brimming with ducks and other wildfowl. A succession of flowers can be found throughout the year, such as snowdrops and bluebells in the spring and marsh buttercups and anemones later in the year.
Wiltshire White Horses
Wiltshire is the county for white horses. Most of the white horses are chalk hill carvings, and the chalk downs of central Wiltshire make it an ideal place for such figures. There are thirteen white horses known to have existed in Wiltshire, eight of which are still visible. For more information on their locations, please visit their website www.wiltshirewhitehorses.org.uk.
Avebury Stone Circle
The best way to explore Avebury and its various sites is on foot. Begin your visit at the Alexander Keiller Museum to find out about the six sites within the care of English Heritage and their significance, including Avebury Stone Circle, West Kennet Avenue, The Sanctuary, Windmill Hill and Silbury Hill.
At Avebury you are free to wander among the stones and bear witness to the enormous task of building the henge bank and ditch by hand. You can also stroll down West Kennet Avenue which is thought to link Avebury stone circles to the Sanctuary on Overton Down. The stone circles and henge monument are particularly unusual, not just because it is the largest stone circle in the world but also for the fact that it is the only stone circle with a village built within it. Toilets and a cafe are available near the museum in Avebury.
Lacock Village
The village is owned almost in its entirety by the National Trust and attracts many visitors each year. Lacock is a firm favourite for film and TV producers, most notably for its picturesque streets and historic cottages. The village’s most famous appearances include 'Downton Abbey', the BBC’s 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Cranford', and the films 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' and 'Wolfman'. For more information on visiting Lacock, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk.
Bowood House and Gardens
Discover the rich and fascinating history of Bowood House and gardens, set within 100 acres of beautifully landscaped ‘Capability’ Brown Parkland. Surrounding the Georgian House is the Italian-inspired Terrace Garden, the Private Walled Gardens, and the herbaceous border, all radiating colour throughout the seasons. Bowood is a great family day out, and the children will be thrilled with the adrenaline-fuelled Adventure Playground featuring a life-size pirate ship. www.bowood.org
Castle Combe
Castle Combe is a quintessentially English village often named as the ‘prettiest village in England.' It has featured regularly as a film location and sits in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in north west Wiltshire.
On the edge of the village is the Castle Combe Circuit where drivers have the opportunity to test out different vehicles, drive your own car or motorbike around the circuit or tackle the Rally course. There are also a host of events throughout the year at the circuit including race days for both cars and motorbikes. You’ll also find a couple of pubs and a luxury hotel with a golf course within the village.
Stonehenge
Take in the unforgettable atmosphere of this World Heritage Site and best-known prehistoric monument in Europe, visit our world-class exhibition to discover how the Stonehenge builders worked and walk amongst the Neolithic houses to experience how they lived. Why not grab a picnic from the café to enjoy with the best view in the world!
For more information on Avebury and Stonehenge experiences, please visit www.english-heritage.org.uk.
Bath City Centre
You won’t have to look far to find things to do in Bath as the city is famously full of attractions and activities, including the famous Thermae Spa and the Ancient Roman Baths. Bath also has a great selection of Shops, Restaurants and Bars and often hosts a wide range of calendared events, including their famous Christmas Market. Please visit www.visitbath.co.uk to find out more.
Longleat Safari Park
Longleat Safari & Adventure Park has been one of the UK's top wildlife attractions for many years. Longleat features an extensive Safari Park and also has over 15 fabulous attractions, including the new multi million pound Jungle Kingdom and Longleat House, one of the most stunning stately homes in Britain. This makes for a great family day out, we recommend you book tickets in advance, visit www.longleat.co.uk to find out more.