Renovations Diary
The Weekday Warriors kept the kitchen project moving during lockdown, with plenty of hard work, good humour, and steady progress behind the scenes.
COVID19
During the pandemic, The Swan did its best to keep everyone safe: customers, staff, students and volunteers alike. We adapted through three different lockdowns and various periods of restricted operating. We recorded it all here for posterity – who will believe this in 20 or 30 years?
During the various Lockdowns and Tier restrictions, we introduced online activities to bring the community together. We started with online bingo and then introduced a quiz. Live music followed along with themed nights, too. Please see below for more information. All these were run online over the Internet using the likes of Zoom and Facebook Live.
Stages of lockdown were:
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- First national lockdown (March to June 2020)
- Minimal lockdown restrictions (July to September 2020)
- Reimposing restrictions (September to October 2020)
- Second national lockdown (November 2020)
- Reintroducing a tiered system (December 2020)
- Third national lockdown (December 2020 to March 2021)
Message from the Directors
The Swan stays open with enhanced safety measures, reduced hours, and strong community support during uncertain times.
Message from the Directors
The Swan introduced temperature checks as part of its COVID-19 safety measures, helping customers return with confidence and reassurance.
Message from the Directors
The Swan introduced enhanced COVID-19 safety measures, adapting its layout and procedures to provide a safe, welcoming environment for everyone.
Renovations Diary
During the first COVID-19 lockdown, the Weekday Warriors used the closure to clear, maintain, and improve The Swan ready for reopening.
Message from the Directors
The Swan responded to the COVID-19 lockdown by protecting its future, pausing operations and refurbishment while supporting staff and the community.
Message from the Directors
Following the national COVID-19 lockdown, The Swan temporarily closed, pausing all activities and refurbishment while prioritising community safety.
Online Bingo
The Swan’s online games brought the community together during lockdown, with players of all ages enjoying another fun-filled evening.
Message from the Directors
While The Swan remained closed during lockdown, online bingo and quizzes helped keep the community connected until reopening.
Online Quiz
The Swan’s online Ditloids quiz attracted households of all ages, with joint winners, plenty of laughter, and even a birthday celebration.
Online Bingo
Another successful online Bingo Night brought the community together, raising vital funds for The Swan while keeping everyone connected during lockdown.
Message from the Directors
The community rallied behind The Swan during lockdown, raising vital funds through donations, online events, and the successful Save Pub Life campaign.
Message from the Directors
The Swan introduced a safe Friday takeaway drinks service, allowing customers to enjoy their favourite beverages while following COVID-19 precautions.
Online Quiz
The Swan’s online VE Day quiz brought the community together, with separate prizes for the best team, household, and individual performances.
Mark & Sherridan
Mark & Sherridan returned for a special VE Day-themed livestream, entertaining the community with a memorable afternoon of music and nostalgia.