A recent 300 thousand pound refurbishment has provided us with a new look and new facilities. We would like to welcome you to the new bar renovated rooms and a brand new restaurant. Thaxted is a small country town with a population of approximately 2600 people. It used to be the home to composer Gustav Holst and the famous highwayman Dick Turpin whose cottage is just down the road from The Swan. Thaxted itself dates back to before the Doomsday Book and has an extensive recorded history. This can be explored through visits to its impressive 13th Century Church the 15th Century Guildhall and John Webb’s 17th Century Windmill. Visits can also be made to Thaxted’s Tourist Information where any further information about Thaxted or the surrounding areas can be obtained.The Swan Hotel offers an excellent selection of beers with a menu that comprises of traditional English food combined with a wider range of meals that caters for everybody’s appetite. The menu also has a chef’s special board that changes on a regular basis. We hope that you find everything meets your expectations and you enjoy your stay with us.