Pubs, dining and things to do near The County Ground
Where to drink, eat and kill time before kickoff at The County Ground. Pubs, restaurants and attractions within walking distance, ranked by how close they are to the ground.
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The Jewel in the Crown4.5A short walk from the County Ground, this highly rated Indian curry house gets repeated praise for friendly service and a great matchday-style lads or family curry night.932 m · 12 min walk
The Queens Tap4.3A short walk from the County Ground, this historic pub has a great matchday-style atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong reviews for beer and food.952 m · 12 min walk
The Beehive4.6A short walk from The County Ground, this highly rated real-ale pub is praised for live music, a welcoming atmosphere, and quirky character—ideal matchday pre/post plans.1.1 km · 14 min walk
Recanto (Swindon)4.4A short walk from the County Ground, with five recent reviews praising generous Brazilian steak meals, friendly staff, and very cold beers—ideal matchday pre/post-game dining.1.2 km · 15 min walk
The Castle Inn4.4A short walk from The County Ground, this well-rated pub has multiple reviews praising matchday-friendly atmosphere, great beers, and standout food and cocktails.1.2 km · 15 min walk
Old Town Laundry Bar4.8A short walk from The County Ground, with five reviews praising an “ambient atmosphere” and creative cocktail “experience,” making it a great pre- or post-match stop.1.2 km · 16 min walk
Longs Bar4.4A short walk from the County Ground, with multiple reviews praising lots of screens for watching sports, great beer deals, and classic pub food.1.3 km · 16 min walk
Route 66 (Swindon)3.8A short walk from the County Ground, reviews say it’s good for watching the game with a pint and offers popular wings/strips deals plus quizzes.1.4 km · 17 min walk
Places to eat near The County Ground
Restaurants and cafes within walking distance of the ground. Same source, same ranking, useful when you want food before the pub.
The Merlin4.2A short walk from the County Ground, this lively pub has TVs for match viewing, pool/darts, and multiple reviews praising food and friendly staff.502 m · 6 min walk
Miller & Carter Swindon4.5A short walk away, this highly rated steakhouse has multiple reviews praising welcoming matchday-friendly dining, cocktails, and perfectly cooked steaks.901 m · 11 min walk
Fratello's (Swindon)4.6A short walk from the County Ground, this highly rated Italian pizza spot has multiple reviews praising welcoming service and matchday-friendly group meals.917 m · 11 min walk
Rios Brazil4.7A short walk from the County Ground, this highly rated churrascaria has multiple reviews praising lively atmosphere, great grilled meats, and a full matchday-friendly dining experience.1.1 km · 14 min walk
Hollywood Bowl Swindon4.0Tenpin bowling with arcade and bar is ideal for matchday groups, and multiple reviews praise team outings and a fun, lively atmosphere nearby.1.3 km · 16 min walk
Goddard Arms Swindon4.1A short walk into Swindon’s Old Town, this boutique pub has multiple reviews praising friendly service and lots of screens for sport, making it a great matchday stop.1.3 km · 17 min walk
Los Gatos4.6A buzzing Spanish tapas spot with five recent reviews praising authentic tapas/paella, great draft beer, and friendly service—ideal for a fun pre- or post-match meal.1.4 km · 18 min walk
Things to do near The County Ground
Local landmarks, club museums and other matchday-adjacent stops, ranked by distance from the ground.
Swindon Town FC Club Shop3.6Right by the County Ground, this is the Swindon Town FC club shop, with multiple reviews from supporters praising matchday support and team spirit.90 m · 1 min walk
Upcoming matches at The County Ground
Swindon TownvRotherhamSat 31 Oct · 15:00 ·League Two
Swindon Town WvBridgwater United WSun 1 Nov · 14:00 ·FA Women's Cup
Swindon Town WomenvExeter City WomenSun 8 Nov · 14:00 ·FA Women's National League - Southern Premier
Swindon TownvGrimsbySat 14 Nov · 15:00 ·League Two
Swindon TownvChesterfieldSat 28 Nov · 15:00 ·League Two
FAQ
The Jewel in the Crown (932 m away, about a 12-minute walk).
Old Town Laundry Bar (4.8★ on Google, 1.2 km from the ground).
We've indexed 8 pubs, 7 places to eat and 1 attraction within walking distance of The County Ground, sourced from Google Places and ranked by distance from the ground.
Swindon Town vs Rotherham on Saturday 31 October at 15:00, pubs typically open 2 to 3 hours before kickoff.