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The White Swan

The White Swan

Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire
4.9 out of 5 rating, 20 reviews
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    Davyduck Sent on 10/08/2026
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    Organised the wedding from Australia and it was brilliant!

    We worked closely with Simon to create the perfect day. The room set up was divine, the food was delicious, the booze flowed seamlessly and it was just a brilliant wedding. Many people described it as simply enchanting. All of this would not have been possible without Simon and his fabulous team. No need to be a bridezilla and micro manage-Simon has it all covered. All of our communication was via email and we were able to achieve the perfect outcome with no stress or drama. Very much appreciated and highly recommended.

    The White Swan's reply:

    Thank you so much for your review and kind words, we are so pleased everyone was so thrilled - It really was a fabulous day! It was our pleasure to host you all.

    We hope we can welcome you back in the future!

    Many Thanks
    Simon and the team
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    Sophie Sent on 09/07/2026
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    What an incredible team.

    Our wedding day was everything we had hoped for and more and we cannot thank the team at the white swan enough especially Simon.
    We have been visiting the white swan hotel for many years and absolutely love the hotel.
    The staff went above and beyond for us to ensure everything ran smoothly and made us feel so special. The organisation, Attention to detail and kindness made all the difference.
    We honestly couldn’t have chosen a better place to celebrate our wedding. Thank you for giving us memories that we’ll cherish forever. We would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a beautiful location with a incredible team.

    The White Swan's reply:

    Hi Sophie,
    Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We are so pleased that your day was everything you hoped for. You were a pleasure to host. We would love to welcome you back soon.

    Best wishes from The White Swan Team
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    Karen Sent on 28/06/2026
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    A truly perfect day

    From the moment we first saw The White Swan Hotel, we just knew it was the one and from our very first visit, we completely fell in love.

    The historic building and beautiful surroundings create such a special atmosphere, and it truly felt like the perfect place to hold both our wedding ceremony and reception.

    Simon was incredible from start to finish—so approachable, responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive throughout the entire planning process. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and his flexibility with the menu meant every guest was catered for, including the fussier eaters!

    On the day, the food was amazing. It was hot, fresh, and beautifully presented. So many of our guests commented on how wonderful it was.
    The service was flawless, with everything running exactly to plan.

    What really made our day unforgettable was the wonderful weather and how smoothly everything came together.

    Simon and his team made it all feel effortless. They were warm, calm, and professional throughout, which meant we could completely relax and enjoy every moment of our special day.

    We honestly couldn’t have wished for anything more—it was perfect from beginning to end.

    We wouldn’t hesitate for a second to recommend The White Swan Hotel to anyone looking for a truly magical wedding venue.

    Staying overnight in one of the character rooms was the perfect end to such an incredible day, and we’re already so excited to return later this year and relive those wonderful memories.

    The White Swan's reply:

    Hi Karen,

    Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We are so pleased that your day was everything you hoped for. You were a pleasure to host. We would love to welcome you back soon.

    Best wishes from The White Swan Team
  • Amy
    Amy Sent on 02/06/2026
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    Seamless & Perfect

    After a cancellation 7 weeks before our wedding day, Simon at The White Swan came to the rescue. He couldn’t have been more kind, understanding and willing to make our day as special as we’d planned it to be.
    Within 72 hours of our initial other venue cancellation, we’d chosen a menu to send to our guests and we were given complete peace of mind.
    In the run up to the day, Simon and his team communicated any requirements/ confirmations etc they needed.

    From the moment we walked into the reception of the hotel, everything ran like a dream. Dedicated staff who were attentive, particularly with bringing ice water on repeat due to it being 34°c, and set the room up beautifully. In the heart of the town, it was only a 5 minute walk to where we got married.

    We arranged our own cake and Layla ensured we had everything we needed and more - even stashing my veil and underskirt away whilst we ate!

    The food was beautiful and they catered to everyone’s needs without a fuss. A tab was held for all our drinks to settle the morning after whereas the dinner was pre-paid - cannot fault the quality and value for both parts.

    Everything from our dinner, the room, our hotel room for the night and breakfast the next day was seamless. Roll top copper bath in our Character room felt so luxe.

    Can’t thank Simon & the team enough. Not our original plan but it was definitely meant to be!

    The White Swan's reply:

    Hi Amy,

    Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We are so pleased that your day was everything you hoped for. You were a pleasure to host. We would love to welcome you back soon.

    Best wishes from The White Swan Team
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    Kelly Sent on 15/05/2026
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    Best day ever!!!

    Simon and the team at the white swan were brilliant! They were so helpful with everything from planning which rooms would be best for our guest to ensuring that our fussy eaters were well taken care of.

    Absolutely noting was to much to ask of them, always responsive to an email while we were planning to accommodating two extra furry surprise guests on the day.

    Simon helped so much with the planning for the day and really made the whole day so much calmer we cannot thank you all enough

    The White Swan's reply:

    Thank you so much for your review and kind words contained within.
    It was our pleasure to host you all for your special day.
    We hope we can welcome you both back in the future!
    Many Thanks
    Simon and the team
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    Becky Sent on 10/04/2026
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    Perfection!

    From the moment we got engaged we knew Stratford was where we wanted to get married. We came across The White Swan when searching for pub venues and we went to have a meal here to try the food. The day we went there was an intimate wedding which immediately brought our vision to life. We knew whilst eating our meal that this was where we wanted to hold our wedding reception. We loved that the pub venue had a hotel upstairs which was so convenient and all our guests could be in one place.

    The whole process of planning was made so easy, Simon was fantastic the whole way through, answering all our queries, offering advice from experience and this made us feel so calm and relaxed. The food was absolutely fantastic, all of our guests were catered for and the venue was so flexible, carrying out our wishes.

    The weeks leading up to the wedding, everything was taken care of and the team were so attentive to make sure everything was perfect for when we arrived. The staff on the day were absolutely amazing and I cannot fault any part of our day. The food was served on time, freshly cooked and delicious! The service from waiters and bar tenders was attentive and everyone was very friendly. Our guests commented on the service.

    We could not have picked a better venue, the decor of the pub is beautiful, the staff were absolutely amazing and the food and drinks were perfect! We had the most fantastic day and we loved every minute! Thank you :)

    The White Swan's reply:

    Thank you for your kind words.

    Although having such a lovely couple to work with makes our job so much easier.
    I am delighted that you and your guests had such a lovely day, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.
    Many Thanks
    Simon
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    Gemma Sent on 21/02/2026
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    Intimate Wedding Reception

    We booked The White Swan Hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon for our wedding meal and it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. We had a small, intimate celebration with 22 guests, and the private dining room was ideal — beautiful, relaxed, and just the right size for what we wanted.

    From the welcome drinks and canapés through to the two-course meal, everything was organised seamlessly. The staff were professional, friendly, and genuinely helpful, making sure every detail was taken care of and that everyone’s needs were catered for.

    The food and service were impeccable, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for anything more. We would highly recommend The White Swan Hotel to anyone looking for a venue for a special meal or celebration — and we can’t wait to visit again.
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    Sam Sent on 15/11/2025
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    Our Wedding.

    We had our wedding at the White Swan Hotel and truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From start to finish, the professionalism of the entire team shone through. The venue itself was beautiful, perfectly set up, and had a welcoming atmosphere that made the day feel incredibly special.

    A huge thank you to Simon and his team, who were absolutely fantastic. Their hard work, friendliness, and constant support made everything run seamlessly. Nothing was too much trouble, and their calm, organised approach allowed us to fully relax and enjoy every moment.

    The bar was brilliant too, well-stocked, lively, and really added to the celebrations. And as a bonus, the Mop Fair happening in town that weekend created a fun and memorable backdrop that gave our day an extra bit of charm.

    We’re so grateful to everyone at the White Swan Hotel for making our wedding unforgettable. Highly recommended!
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    Happyivoryconfetti3724 Sent on 11/11/2025
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    Best venue ever!!

    I genuinely can't express how grateful I am for Simon at the White Swan. He was fantastic, communicative, friendly, warm and so helpful. Gemma was also incredible and the team that looked after us Gianni, Thomas, Leila, Kuba, Rosie, Sebastian and Pyae were all just superb. Thomas especially was super helpful. We were looked after start to finish, we always knew what was going on and it was stress free. The venue was absolutely gorgeous and we were able to set up our decorations in advance which was perfect. The food was absolutely unreal and they created a 3 course vegan menu, and buffet that even the pickiest eaters said was fantastic. Truly the most beautiful day and I will always be grateful to Simon for everything he did to make sure the day was perfect. I wish I could go back and do it all again. A truly amazing experience and I would recommend this venue to anyone wanting a lovely wedding in Stratford-upon-Avon. Thank you!
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