Restaurant in Swindon

Welcome to Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant, a unique countryside restaurant in Swindon set within the beautifully restored main classroom of the Victorian Lydiard Tregoze school. Just outside the town in peaceful rural surroundings, our Dining Hall offers a relaxed and atmospheric place to enjoy great food.

Whether you are joining us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you can expect freshly prepared dishes made with seasonal ingredients, warm hospitality, and views across the surrounding countryside. Experience traditional cooking and a welcoming setting at one of the most distinctive restaurants in Swindon.

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Our Restaurant in Swindon

At Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant in Swindon, the Dining Hall provides a warm and inviting setting for guests to enjoy carefully prepared food in historic surroundings.

Our regularly changing main menu highlights a mix of traditional favourites and seasonal dishes, prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients. Every plate reflects chef Tonny's dedication to flavour, authenticity, and classic cooking techniques.

Whether you are visiting for a relaxed lunch, a romantic evening meal, or a gathering with friends or family, our restaurant offers attentive service and a calm countryside atmosphere just minutes from Swindon.

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The Foyer & Room Service Menu

For hotel guests who prefer something simpler, we also offer a casual menu served in the foyer or delivered directly to your room.

We understand that not every guest wishes to enjoy a full three course meal in the Dining Hall restaurant. Our simpler menu provides freshly prepared comfort food and lighter dishes, ideal after a long journey or a busy day exploring the area.

These meals focus on quality ingredients and satisfying flavours, offering convenient dining options without compromising on taste. Guests with dietary preferences or those wishing to dine privately can often be accommodated with advance notice.

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Our Menus

At Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant in Swindon, our menus are designed to offer variety, freshness, and classic flavours for every guest.

Main Menu 

A frequently updated menu featuring traditional dishes alongside seasonal specialities, all prepared using fresh ingredients and classic cooking methods.

Breakfast Menu 

Begin the day with a freshly prepared breakfast, served each morning in a relaxed setting.

Lunch Menu 

Enjoy a midday meal in peaceful countryside surroundings, with dishes ranging from comforting classics to lighter seasonal options.

Simple Menu 

Available for hotel residents, this menu offers quick and satisfying favourites, served either in the foyer or via room service.

Wine List 

Our carefully selected wine list includes fine wines and unique discoveries, chosen to complement the flavours of our dishes.

Room Service 

Guests staying at the hotel can enjoy restaurant quality meals delivered directly to their room, freshly prepared by our kitchen team.

Our menus aim to deliver great flavour, fresh ingredients, and an enjoyable dining experience for every visitor. We are always happy to provide recommendations or cater for dietary requirements where possible.

 

Private Dining in Swindon

Our restaurant also offers private dining experiences in Swindon for small gatherings and celebrations.

The intimate dining spaces at Schoolhouse Hotel are ideal for family celebrations, special occasions, and private meals, with personalised menus available to suit your event.

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Food Delivery

If you are unable to visit the restaurant, selected dishes can be delivered to homes and businesses in Swindon and Royal Wootton Bassett.

Using our temperature controlled delivery vehicle, we ensure your meal arrives hot and ready to enjoy wherever you are.

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Dietary Food Requirements

If you have dietary or religious food requirements, please contact us before your visit and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
​Call 01793 849481 or send an email to info@schoolhotel.net.

 

Book a Table At Our Swindon Restaurant

If you are searching for a restaurant in Swindon with character and quality cuisine, we invite you to reserve a table at Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant.

Bookings are recommended for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to ensure availability. We look forward to welcoming you for a memorable dining experience in the countryside near Swindon.


 

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Meet the Chef

Our head chef Tonny brings passion, creativity, and more than three decades of culinary experience to the Schoolhouse kitchen in Swindon.

Having worked in restaurants across Europe, Tonny has developed expertise in British, French, Italian, and colonial inspired cuisine. Every dish is prepared from scratch using traditional techniques learned throughout his career.

"My hotel school training and previous experience includes butchery, fishmongerey, bakery, patisserie and some 30 years or so cooking. I prepare all our food in our own kitchen. During my training I spent time in a hospital diet kitchen and can prepare food for all diets given some notice to get specialist ingredients. Having worked around Europe I like to cook little known traditional French food, Italian, colonial inspired food as well as Dutch or British. And I will try anything new. We have a temperature controlled food vehicle with which I regularly drive to local producers to see what they have on offer. I have come home with wild trout, capons, squirrel, goat, muntjac, locally grown mushrooms, foraged mushrooms and purple carrots, just to name a few. I am very excited about more modern food products like sakura, micro herbs, pea shoots or wheat grass. Edible flowers feature regularly on my menus. Brilliant way to make lovely tasting food look fantastic."

"When I am not cooking I help Karen running the hotel. After which it is book keeping with a bottle of Amarone della Valpolicella. Wine is my favourite tipple and I like to keep a stock of rare and fine wines and mondaine beauties."

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My second visit with my partner for a pre Valentine's meal.... Food was to a very high standard and absolutely delicious. Beautiful and unique setting. Very cosy old building with real character. Karen who served us was exceptional in customer service and super friendly. I cannot recommend the Old School House enough... A real gem within the vicinity of Swindon. First class!
- Abs

 

A fantastic and very British place housed in an old village school. The owner is very kind and hospitable. Impeccable service and excellent cuisine.
- Emilio




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Where to Find Us

 Schoolhouse Hotel, Hook Street, Hook, Royal Wootton Bassett
Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 8EF

Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant is located on Hook Street in Royal Wootton Bassett, just a short drive from Swindon.

Arriving by Car
The restaurant is easily accessible from Swindon town centre, Royal Wootton Bassett, and the M4 via Junction 16.

Parking
Guests can enjoy convenient on site parking directly outside the hotel and restaurant, making visits easy and stress free.

Our countryside location offers a peaceful escape while still being only minutes from Swindon and nearby attractions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Schoolhouse Hotel a unique restaurant in Swindon?

Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant is located inside the restored Victorian classroom of the former Lydiard Tregoze school, creating a historic and characterful dining setting. Guests can enjoy traditional hospitality, freshly prepared dishes, and countryside views while still being just a short drive from Swindon town centre.

Where is Schoolhouse Hotel restaurant located near Swindon?

Our restaurant is located on Hook Street in Royal Wootton Bassett, only a few minutes from Swindon and easily accessible from the M4 Junction 16. The countryside location offers a peaceful dining experience while remaining close to Swindon’s attractions.

Do I need to book a table at your restaurant in Swindon?

We recommend booking in advance. As many of our dishes are freshly prepared to order and our dining room has limited seating, reservations help us provide the best possible service and ensure availability.

Is Schoolhouse Hotel restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner near Swindon?

Yes. Our restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and evening dining, with menus that change regularly to reflect seasonal ingredients and the chef’s latest dishes.

Can non-hotel guests dine at the Schoolhouse restaurant?

Yes, both hotel guests and non-residents are welcome to dine at the restaurant. Many visitors join us specifically for breakfast, lunch, or dinner while exploring the Swindon area.

Is parking available at your restaurant near Swindon?

Yes, there is on-site parking directly outside the hotel and restaurant, making it easy for guests travelling from Swindon, Royal Wootton Bassett, or nearby areas.

Do you offer private dining at your restaurant near Swindon?

Yes. Our dining spaces are suitable for private meals, family celebrations, and small group gatherings. We can arrange personalised menus to suit your event and ensure a memorable dining experience.

What type of cuisine does the Schoolhouse restaurant serve?

Our menus focus on freshly prepared traditional dishes and seasonal specials, inspired by British and European cuisine. Every meal is prepared from scratch using quality ingredients and classic cooking techniques.

 

 

Reserve Your Table At Our Restaurant in Swindon Today

Experience one of the most unique restaurants in Swindon at Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant.

We recommend booking in advance to secure your table for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Call us on 01793 849481 or book here to reserve your table at Schoolhouse Hotel and Restaurant, your traditional countryside dining destination.

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