Surrounded by beautiful countryside, under the constant gaze of the striking viaduct, The Swan is a cosy free house in the picturesque village of Chappel and Wakes Colne.
We are proud to serve the best local ales and the finest wines and our experienced chefs prepare a wide range of dishes using local produce. New to the Swan this year is our Stone Baked Pizza oven where we prepare a variety of fresh pizzas, breads and desserts to enjoy with a nice glass of wine or a quality local real ale. In a rush?? We offer a take away service, so you can enjoy our pizzas from the comfort of your own ...
Huge selection of Craft Beer and pub favourites on tap. Stunning range of Spirits, Cocktails, Wine and Coffee. Gourmet Burgers and American BBQ served all day. Featured Live Music and Function Room available.
Our food menu is served from 11am - 9pm Sunday - Thursday and from 11am - 10pm Friday and Saturday.
When it comes to roast dinners, we really know our stuff. Every day our chefs lay on a feast of tender, hand-carved meats with all the trimmings – including towering Yorkshire puds, golden roasties with all those lovely little crunchy bits, and plenty of freshly prepared veg, all crowned with proper gravy. So it's no wonder we're Colchester's favourite carvery restaurant.
West Street Vineyard is the only place on a working vineyard in England where visitors can taste not only the wines from West Street but wines from right across England. Local wines served with local food overlooking the vineyard and the River Blackwater. Heaven !
Full of intriguing history, Wivenhoe House comes with magnificent period architecture and serenely landscaped gardens. Fusing the traditional with the contemporary, in the shape of the modern garden wing with The Brasserie, Wivenhoe House delights and intrigues in equal measure.
But it will be the practical benefits that will sway you. Like the high ratio of staff to guests to ensure that your requests are dealt with swiftly and smoothly, like the wonderful brasserie restaurant with locally sourced menus, the large and light bedrooms, the WiFi and the modern technology.
We are in the heart of Colchester town, complete with something for everyone, whether you're popping in for a pre cinema dinner, or you're celebrating your birthday or hen do, we're here!
