The Swan Inn — Colchester

Gastropub · Colchester

The Swan Inn

4.3 (1,267 reviews)
££ 📍 The Street, Colchester CO6 2DD

About The Swan Inn

A weekday lunch with a toddler is straightforward here — high chairs are ready, there's a kids' menu, and step-free access means you can push a buggy in rather than fold it at the door. The vegan and gluten-free options make it workable when someone in the group eats differently, which saves the usual round of phone calls beforehand. It runs lively rather than hushed, so a bit of noise from your table won't stand out, and there's outdoor seating for when everyone needs air. Worth booking ahead, and expect mid-range pub prices.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Yes
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Highchairs ✓ Yes
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Baby changing ✓ Likely
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Vegan options ✓ Yes
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Lively
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Booking Recommended
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Best for All ages

Tags

#fish and seafood restaurant#gastropub#highchairs#kids menu#outdoor seating#pizza restaurant#pub#restaurant
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Three Family Friendly UK Restaurant Activity Packs spread across a table — colouring, drawing and origami pages for kids.

The Free Restaurant Activity Packs Your Table Will Love

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.

  • Colouring
  • Origami
  • Drawing lessons
  • Table questions

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