Pub in Richmond
White Swan
26 Old Palace Lane, Richmond, TW9 1PGClosest station: Richmond, about 13 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,118 ratings
Details last checked January 2025. Things may have changed since.
About White Swan
Off-the-beaten track, country-style pub with Modern European menu, open fire and beer garden.
The White Swan is located off Richmond Green or a short walk from the tow path along the river. This small traditional country-style pub with a beamed ceiling was built in 1777. It has a cosy feel to it and is very much a foodie pub but they also take their beer seriously. Tables of up to 8 can be reserved in the bar area for diners. The food is upmarket, modern European style cuisine. There is an upstairs dining room, with its own bar that can be used for private functions. At the rear is a conservatory and a small secluded garden. They do not have a car park but there is limited parking at the bottom of Old Palace Lane or around Richmond Green on a Pay and Display basis – it is free after 6.30pm. Children are welcome up until 6.30pm.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Real Fire
- Family Friendly: Children are welcome up until 6.30pm
- Quiet
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Restaurant
- Vegetarian Options
- Real Ale
- Cask Marque
- Function Room: Upstairs dining room with its own bar that can be used for private functions.
- Disabled Access
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking
- Serves Coffee
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
As listed in January 2025. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Fluid Pub Group
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 8940 0959
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,118 ratings
5 out of 5Larry Venteron Google, July 2024
If you’re in Richmond and are fortunate enough to find yourself around the White Swan - go there. In fact, plan it! Such a cool pub. Well run. Excellent food. Great atmosphere. Service is outstanding! Also … pop down to the Thames and do the walk into Richmond or down to Kew … and pop in for a beer in the way back! Super memorable pub! You’ll love it!
5 out of 5Elliot Hoareon Google, July 2024
Cute country pub in Richmond, tucked away on quiet side road. We sat out the front and had the classic cheeseburger which was cooked to perfection, the French fries side were excellent too. Big beer selection, and friendly staff, overall will be back! I would say- we arrived in our cycle lyrca on a Friday night which was admittedly too informal to sit inside so we were lucky to be able to get a table out the front.
5 out of 5Tara Cocanoweron Google, June 2024
A local pub vibe with amazing food that’s nestled into a residential quiet area Of Richmond! Elevated pub food and knowledgeable staff. We didn’t have a reservation and didn’t feel super welcome at first, but we sat in the back garden for a pint and a table opened up. They got us in and all was well…they even gave us a free chips because it was late and they’d cooked up too much! We would take the walk down from the Richmond Hill Hotel all over again! We loved The White Swan!
5 out of 5Carolyn Bon Google, August 2024
Lovely pub tucked down the street 100yds from Thames river. Inside and outside dining. Quite busy but the girls doing service coped well and were very friendly. Definitely would recommend a visit there.
5 out of 5Charlie Baronon Google, December 2024
An excellent Christmas dinner! The portion size was more than generous, the roast potatoes were crisp and tasted as though they were cooked in duck/goose fat, the turkey wasn’t dry, the stuffing was flavoursome, and the cost was very reasonable. The atmosphere is lovely and I’ll definitely be back in 2025!
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in January 2025. See the latest on Google Maps.