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Kitchen Takeovers

BeerFest

27/07/202628/03/2026 by Ken Sutherland

The Beer Fest at The Swan in March 2026 featured great beers, food, and live music, welcoming Spring.

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Categories Events Tags 2026 March, BeerFest, Kitchen Takeovers, Live Music, Ukulele Band

Burns Night

21/05/202624/01/2026 by Ken Sutherland

A triumphant Burns Night—forty diners, stirring traditions, a sparkling raffle and superb piping stole the show!

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Categories Events Tags 2026 January, Burns Night, Kitchen Takeovers

Green Canteen

21/05/202613/01/2026 by Ken Sutherland

The students took over the pub and were serving their tasty stone-baked pizzas.

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Categories College Tags 2026 January, Green Canteen, Kitchen Takeovers, Wings Project

Harry’s Kitchen Takeover

17/06/202607/10/2024 by Ken Sutherland

Harry’s first Kitchen Takeover impressed with standout burgers, marking a proud milestone from apprentice to rising Swan chef.

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Categories Events Tags 2024 October, Kitchen Takeovers

Lou’s Sunday Roast

21/05/202614/04/2024 by Ken Sutherland

Louise’s roasts earned rave reviews; she takes a short break before returning May 5th.

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Categories Pub Tags 2024 April, Kitchen Takeovers

Fine Dining

28/04/202606/04/2024 by Ken Sutherland

Chef Peter McConkey’s kitchen takeover wowed diners—fresh dishes, rave reviews, and hopes for a return visit later.

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Categories Pub Tags 2024 April, Kitchen Takeovers

Kitchen Takeovers

04/05/202616/02/2024 by Ken Sutherland

Weekend kitchen takeovers: Chef Ren’s Caribbean dishes and Louise’s Sunday roasts offered plenty of great pub food choices.

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Categories Events Tags 2024 February, Kitchen Takeovers

Sunday Roasts

21/05/202614/01/2024 by Ken Sutherland

Sunday roasts returned with pheasant; Chef Louise led prep, local Tony helped peel potatoes—true community effort.

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Categories Pub Tags 2024 January, Kitchen Takeovers

Sunday Roasts

21/05/202607/01/2024 by Ken Sutherland

Chef Louise’s Sunday roast debut drew 50+ diners, rave reviews; she’ll vary menus, cater quizzes, and lead Burns Night.

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Categories Events, Pub Tags 2024 January, Kitchen Takeovers

Thai Night

21/05/202604/01/2024 by Ken Sutherland

Thai Thursday launch a hit; Chef Janny returns weekly this winter (except 25 Jan), booking recommended due to demand.

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Categories Pub Tags 2024 January, Kitchen Takeovers

The Secret Café

09/05/202626/11/2023 by Ken Sutherland

Festive flavours and traditional Christmas favourites proved The Swan’s kitchen is fully prepared for the December rush.

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Categories Pub Tags 2023 November, Christmas, Kitchen Takeovers

Kitchen Takeover

10/05/202609/09/2023 by Ken Sutherland

Rugby, great food, and a successful kitchen takeover made Saturday another lively community occasion at The Swan.

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Categories Pub Tags 2023 September, Kitchen Takeovers

Kitchen Test Day

18/06/202613/05/2022 by Ken Sutherland

The Swan Kitchen officially opened its doors, achieving a 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating and marking a major milestone in the pub’s remarkable restoration journey.

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Categories Pub Tags 2022 May, Kitchen Takeovers, Renovations

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