- Welcome for Frenchay

Reproduced courtesy of Francis Frith.

Very close to Frenchay, Winterbourne is mentioned in the Domesday Book, with the following information: In SVINHEVE HD.erant T.R.E.ad firma.XXXVI.hidae in

BETVNE.cu.II.membris Wapelei 7 Wintreborne.

In dnio erant.v.car.7 XLI.uills.7 XXIX.bord.cu.XLV.car.

Ibi.XVIII.ferui.cu.I.molino.

Hoc M T.R.E.reddeb firma uni noctis.7.m fimilit facit.

For those not fluent in the language of the time, this can be translated as:

In SWINEHEAD Hundred
in the time of King Edward there were in the revenue 36 hides in BITTON,
with its two members, WAPLEY and WINTERBOURNE.
In lordship there were 5 ploughs; 41 villagers and 29 smallholders with 45 ploughs.
18 slaves with 1 mill.
In the time of King Edward this manor paid one night's revenue; now it does likewise

Things have changed a bit round here since then, but traditional British values remain predominant at the Swan where you are assured of a warm welcome, great food served in a friendly atmosphere and a wide range of beers, wines and spirits for you to enjoy. Soft drinks and coffee are always available and there is a children's menu for the younger diners in your party.

Talking of parties, the Swan is a great place to hold one, why not bring your friends and family here for celebrations. That way, you can leave the cooking, and more importantly the clearing up to us.

Residents of Winterbourne can keep up to date with our regular and special events by taking a look at the calendar page.

Photo from Featured Project near
The outside of the Swan in Winterbourne has had a makeover
From a coat of paint for the outside of the pub, to a complete remodelling of the gardens and play area, every part of the Swan at Winterbourne has gained a fresh now look. The inside has had a fair amount of attention too, with a new Old West theme for the restaurant, now known as the Smokehouse Saloon, with a very western flavour to the menu and the décor alike.