The Swan

A Perfect Cotswold Wedding at The Swan Inn Tucked away in the storybook Cotswold village of Ascott-under-Wychwood, The Swan is a beautifully restored 16th-century inn that blends rustic charm with understated elegance—an idyllic setting for the perfect Cotswold wedding. Say “I do” against the backdrop of golden stone, timber beams, and wisteria-covered terraces, The Swan is a picture-perfect backdrop for your wedding celebration. The entire venue—including its eleven individually styled ensuite bedrooms, the pub, The Nest private dining room, garden spaces, and terrace—is available for a full takeover, offering you your own exclusive wedding venue for the entire weekend. Alternatively, just take one of the spaces like The Nest for a small wedding celebration or pre-wedding dinner. Tailored for the Way You Celebrate At The Swan, we believe no two weddings should ever be the same. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner, a garden celebration, or a full weekend of festivities, our experienced team is on hand to help you shape a day that’s authentically yours. From pre-wedding dinners and ceremony blessings to relaxed next-day lunches, each detail is thoughtfully considered and beautifully delivered. Blessings can be arranged in the village church , just a stone’s throw away, with the local vicar available to conduct personalised services for you and your guests. Tailored menus are created in collaboration with our talented kitchen team—featuring seasonal, modern British dishes that celebrate the best local ingredients. Whether you envision a refined seated dinner, sharing feasts, wood-fired pizzas, or elevated pub classics, our menus are designed to suit your taste and style. Capacity The pub itself can host up to 150 guests, offering exclusive use of the whole building and garden. Our beautiful private dining room, The Nest, seats up to 22. Meanwhile, outside there is a errace garden with a wisteria-clad pergola which can host up to 120. In short, The Swan offers all the character one could ever hope to find in the heart of the Cotswolds. Our experienced team works with you to create a bespoke celebration—whether you're envisioning an intimate gathering or a joyful weekend-long affair. Stay the Weekend With eleven ensuite rooms—including a spacious family cottage—your guests can truly settle in and enjoy the weekend together. Each room is individually designed with luxurious touches, offering a relaxed yet refined place to stay. Dogs are welcome too, making it easy for your whole family (paws and all) to join the celebration. Food & Drink A bespoke menu can be created in collaboration with our Head Chef and talented kitchen team—featuring seasonal, modern British dishes that celebrate the best local ingredients. Whether you envision a refined seated dinner, sharing feasts or a buffet, wood-fired pizzas, or elevated British pub classics, our menus can be designed to suit your taste and style. We can arrange a tasting with our Chef and also a wine tasting with our Sommelier to help you choose your perfect wedding menu. Well-Connected Yet Wonderfully Remote Just minutes from Charlbury station, with direct trains to London and Oxford, The Swan Inn feels like a hidden gem, yet is easily reached by you and your guests. It’s also within a short drive of Daylesford, Soho Farmhouse, Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold, and Chipping Norton—ideal for extending your stay or exploring the best of the Cotswolds Whether you're dreaming of an intimate countryside wedding, a magical pre-wedding dinner or a weekend-long celebration with exclusive use, The Swan Inn offers Cotswold charm, warm service, and a truly bespoke wedding experience in the heart of the Cotswolds.