The Runner Swindon Reviews

435 Reviews


Alison Wills, August 2024

Always welcoming to our dog and unusual for Asian restaurant to allow dogs. Great food too!


Rebecca Avery, November 2022

Great staff, atmosphere and most importantly dawgs!

Treats, dinner and beds, I'd feel better if i was on all fours.


Tracy Kendall, November 2022

They have everything your dog might want or need and are very welcoming. Great food and service for you and your dog


Bryan Avery, November 2022

Everything for dogs, dog meals, dog menu, dog friendly staff, dogs, dogs, dogs

Humans come second best here


Fiona Scott, November 2022

We often take our dog Jess into the pub and she’s made so welcome with trays and even a dog bed!


Mike Vening, November 2022

Very friendly and accommodating. Good food too.


Jon Cooke, November 2022

Great dog friendly pub


Stuart Whyte, October 2022

Excellent Service. Dog meals and deserts on the menu which our Dog loved.


Hollie Sciaraffa, October 2022

Fabulous friendly warm welcome always from Jayne and team. They have a great place for dogs to feel included and welcome.


Elizabeth King, October 2022

The Runner is the most dog friendly pub providing so many dog friendly treats and services.


Paula White, October 2022

Exceptional hosts at The Runner, our 4 legged friends are made to feel very welcome, lovely setting inside and out and plenty of water and treats.


Ian Statham, October 2022

Lovely atmosphere very doggy friendly, went in there with our new puppy and they made a fuss of her and made us all very welcome


Carly Embling, October 2022

The warmest of welcomes to out 9 week old pup, made us all very comfortable on our first trip to the pub with her, superb 😀


Mitchell Hull, October 2022

Because it is so dog friendly gives you dog toys a bed etc


Derrick Ward, October 2022

They were very welcoming to us and our dog even offering a dog bed if we needed it. They have a lot of treats for dogs. They recognised we had an anxious dog and asked if we would like to be at a table out of the way and then promptly prepared at table


Lydia Mee, October 2022

So dog friendly, with beds, treats, water and toys all provided free of charge and in all areas of the pub. Very clean and tidy even with so many doggo guests 😁🐾👍


Dion Mulholland, October 2022

Great set up for dogs. Brilliant


Mike Meszaros, October 2022

I visited for the first time today, with my Doberman (Luca). Right from the word 'Go', was the friendliest welcome I'd seen in a long time. .


Emma Lea, October 2022

Super dog friendly & great doggie roast dinners


Paul Johnson, October 2022

The best doggie roasts and alll round great place for your dogs to chill plenty of water bowls always full and free biscuits plus a very good selection of doggie food on menus.


Peter Blakesley, October 2022

Always so friendly to us and our dogs. Go the extra mile


Iram Cowdell, October 2022

There is always a warm welcome for both you and your furry friend. Dogs are welcome inside and outside of the venue and there are always treats and drinks on tap for your dog.


Heather Mckinlay, October 2022

The runner is the best dog friendly pub in Swindon. From spare blankets and beds, to free treats for the dogs - all dogs made to feel welcome !


Michelle Ward, October 2022

Great food, friendly staff and super dog-friendly!


Angela Vincent, October 2022

Very friendly staff and lovely food and makes dogs very welcome and feel tight at home


Christine Pritchard, October 2022

The best dog friendly pub I've ever been in they have everything your dog could want.


Trish Williams, October 2022

The team here are amazing!

We have a very elderly dog and they always find us a quiet table where she can settle in a bed (provided) and have a little Potter around the garden, whilst we wait for our food.

The food is wholesome and tasty with a good selection off vegetarian/vegan offerings and good beer brought to your table with a smile and warm welcome.

All within a short distance of The Downs, Cotswolds and various local dog friendly parks.


Simon Bedwell, October 2022

The Runner never disappoints. It's the most friendly' & warm welcoming dog friendly pub I've been in. The staff and landlady are second to none. The way they cater for your dogs is again second to none! Its simply the best dog friendly pub/Restaurant me and my family have ever been in.


Ian Lloyd, October 2022

Not only the most welcoming dog pub in the West of England but a cracking friendly boozer with great value, tasty grub.


Russell Webb, October 2022

Great owner, friendly staff, lovely food and chef, always feel welcome in their pub could not praise enough.


Gill Moore, October 2022

The Runner is very friendly for us and Rufus our dog - good food & drink too.


Donna Miles, October 2022

Amazing friendly staff ..and a dog friendly pub with a doggy menu ..Miles and Jane and all the team you deserve this ..


Kevin Robinson, October 2022

The friendliest pub for not just dogs.. but humans as well. Lovely beer, food and great staff.


Kevin Robinson, October 2022

This is definitely a dog pub, humans also are welcome


ABBEY TEMLETT, October 2022

plenty of dog areas, beds, bowls, food, dinners, puds


Laura, October 2022

Wonderful, friendly pub with fur babies at the heart of everything they offer. We are so blessed to have such a wonderful establishment on our doorstep.


Robin Mansfield, October 2022

Such a fantastic place to eat and bring you best friend for a great time.


Jayne, October 2022

Jayne, Miles and the team are amazing and we love taking our dogs, Dexter and Lou as they are made so welcome 🙏 They are spoilt rotten; plenty of water and snacks for them and so looked after, especially when it was really hit with paddling pools etc. Our dogs love going to meet other doggy friends and we love going as a complete family to enjoy the wonderful food, drinks and friendly atmosphere. Definitely recommend 👌


Emily, October 2022

The staff are so welcoming, kind and friendly. The food is delicious and although I don't have a dog, I love seeing all the pups and the doggy menus etc... so cute!

Definitely recommend this place for food or just drinks 😊


ROGER ALLEN, October 2022

Good food,good selection of drinks,great atmosphere and definitely DOG FRIENDLY


Sarah Bedwell, October 2022

It's the place we always go to when we have our dog. Jayne and team just love their guests to bring their pooches. There's always a place for a pup and an extra treat to have.


Dave Moore, October 2022

the runner is a friendly pub for us and our dog

they do all they can to make you welcome

food & drink good too


Sue O'Connell, September 2022

Staff and landlady are so friendly and totally relaxed with all dogs/puppies indoors and out no matter how excitable they are


Chris Hallatt, September 2022

It’s not just that you can bring the dog, The Runner go out of their way to be dog friendly. Water and treats, space and staff attention. I don’t think I have ever been to a more dog friendly venue


Linda Newman, September 2022

The food, staff and ambience at The Runner are second to non.

It's great to go to eat, take our dog Rex who is good as gold. It also makes the pub experience so much better, because you actually get up and go to meet people with their dogs. have a good chat and get tips on dog walking routes in different areas that I would never have known about.

Miles and Jayne have really turned this pub around, it's always really busy, and has a lovely garden area for the dogs to sit and chill under the tables.


Sharon Gough, September 2022

The Runner is exceptional. Jayne is so so friendly and so natural. We have been to the Runner for some time now. We couldn't wait to take our new puppy in recently and he loved it. He had such a fuss made and loved his roast dinner and ice cream and a rest afterwards. Thank you to Jayne and all the team at The Runner. You really are amazing. Continue doing what you do and never change. Love from Louie and his Mum and Dad x


Lucy Byrne, September 2022

Lovely inviting landlady, fresh water for dogs, biscuits, toy box, beds and blankets. Doggy menu.. Lovely atmosphere.


Callum Gibbs, September 2022

Very friendly pub which caters so well for dogs. A worthy winner.


Daisy Clarke, September 2022

Super dog friendly!!


Natalie Wilson, September 2022

Friendly staff, dogs very welcome and catered for with water, toys and biscuits...very relaxing!


Emma Lea, September 2022

Really dog friendly, welcome everywhere. Great doggie roast dinners too


Trevor Cadden, September 2022

Ice place and very welcoming for people too!


Shane Halliwell, September 2022

They love dogs and dogs are welcomed with open arms


Patrick Brett, September 2022

Best pub around - very human friendly as well as dog friendly.


Anita Gwilliam, September 2022

Brilliant place with great accommodations for the dogs, cannot recommend enough


Kathleen Beckett, September 2022

A warm and friendly pub which welcomes dogs.


MERVYN COWAN, September 2022

every dog that go to the Runner is treated like customer


Angelaalways a warm welcome cairns, September 2022

Always a warm welcome for all the visiting dogs.


clare fantini-stephens, September 2022

Jayne and her team are so supportive of SNDogs - Swindon's dog rescue Charity. The Runner is the best dog friendly pub in Swindon


Sophie Mcnally, September 2022

Amazing dog friendly pub and even sell pup ice cream 🐾❤️


Mrs Natasha James, September 2022

Local and very friendly, all dogs are well behaved and staff make a huge fuss of them 🥰


Lindsay Oliver, September 2022

There's always water, treats and fuss available.


Steve Monk, September 2022

Great family dog pub with very friendly staff


Staycee Porter, September 2022

Brilliant staff and fantastic to take your pups to


Melanie Mueller, September 2022

Always friendly and made to feel welcome. Good service by great staff


Ally Parnell, September 2022

Excellent food and very friendly staff always willing to give the doggies a scratch and a biscuit, I can’t recommend them enough!


Southerly Roberts, September 2022

Great atmosphere and all go extra mile for customers


Karen Barr, September 2022

Jayne and Miles make every visit special and welcoming for two legged and four legged guests


Ella Southern, September 2022

Lovely food and staff


S Coote, September 2022

Lovely staff. Big fans of all puppers ♥️ Great facilities.


Maria Phillips, September 2022

I have not got a dog myself, but the dogs are always welcome and looked over very well in the pub.

There is doggy ice cream and treats and beds for them.


samantha creech, September 2022

A great Doggie/Family Pub. Jayne is completely bonkers over animals. This makes for a very warm, friendly atmosphere. Well worth a visit if you have a fur baby or two!!


Anne-Marie Gibson, September 2022

Jayne is amazing !


Leah Kaye, September 2022

Friendly , relaxed lovely for children and dogs.


Polly Haywood, September 2022

Lovely, dog friendly pub. Great for families.


Holly Coe, September 2022

Such an inclusive and friendly place


Abigail Groves, September 2022

The warmest of welcomes


Christinechristine Probert, September 2022

Fab pub family and dog friendly, great staff and great food . Amazing location lovely garden


Corina Holmes, September 2022

Anything and everything for dogs can be found here….so friendly and supportive


Sophie Swain, September 2022

Jayne is amazing she has all guests needs at the heart of what she does whether 2 legged or 4 legged and covered in fur we all feel loved 😍


Andrew McGonnell, September 2022

Just a fab place to take the dogs to….and smashing food!


Jon Cooke, September 2022

Brilliant dog friendly pub with great landlords


Kim Rolfe, September 2022

Best dog friendly pub. Always made welcome


Rhonda Grigg, September 2022

Caring welcoming and Friendly, excellent food


Deborah Basley, September 2022

My beagles loves visiting this pub, it’s the perfect excuse for my husband to go to the pub!!


Laura Harrison, September 2022

Fantastic team


Chloe, September 2022

The pub is actually amazing Jayne is very lovely and brilliant person to talk to very friendly environment and very friendly for dog to come along as well very impressed with this pub


Karen Curley, September 2022

Jayne always has the most dog friendly pub and she’s a great landlady too


Tracy Kendall, September 2022

Friendly and welcoming with everything needed for humans and dogs, including treats


Caroline Daniel, September 2022

Extremely dog friendly and people friendly


Andrea Robertson, September 2022

Always such a friendly welcome from Jayne Miles and all the wee woofers


Jane Price, September 2022

Always a friendly welcome for humans and our fur babies 😊


Caraleen Light, September 2022

Excellent doggy friendly pu


Jenny De Haan, September 2022

Fantastic friendly pub welcoming dogs


Anna Moran-Coleman, September 2022

Great service & good selection of food -prompt service very friendly pub


Jon Bye, September 2022

Miles and Jayne always welcome the four legged friends as much as the two legged variety . Great pub


Aoibheann Murphy, September 2022

Fantastic pub and with friendly and helpful staff.


Kerrie McGreal, September 2022

They are a great team,they do their utmost for their customers - two and four-legged! X


Corrina Armstrong, September 2022

Lovely family and dog friendly pub.


Audrey Warriner, September 2022

Fantastic staff . Food and dogs are made so.welcome.


Brooke Boswell, September 2022

Jayne and her team really go the extra mile for every doggy visitor.

The human food and service is also second to none


Crystal Doka, September 2022

The most dog friendly and child friendly pub around


Pauline, September 2022

Very friendly pub with excellent food too

It’s a doggie heaven for our four legged friends


Jonny Lynn, September 2022

Great pub with friendly staff. Very dog welcoming and the customers love to see the dogs coming in too.


James McGowan, September 2022

Great pub, friendly staff, excellent quiz nights and very dog welcoming


Emma Mundy, September 2022

Amazing pub. So friendly to our dog!


Verity Durose, September 2022

Wow. Dog toys, treats, dog beds to rest in and doggy ice cream. Very welcoming.


Tina New, September 2022

Really friendly pub where your pooches are made very welcome.


Mel Crayford, September 2022

It's a lovely welcoming dog- friendly pub with a homely feel, great food and cheerful staff.


Lissie Wood, September 2022

Friendliest warmest place where my puppy can join us for either a drink or a meal. The staff are so welcoming. Food is excellent and very good value. Regularly visit as they make you feel part of the family. My puppy has a choice of so many cosy beds when he arrives.


Simon Webb, September 2022

Very dog (and people) friendly pub.


Ann Lovell, September 2022

Really friendly staff. My dog enjoyed lovely treats and toys. The food is wonderful too


Tammy Southern, August 2022

Great dog friendly pub and lovely food, so win win!!


Addison Post, August 2022

It’s amazing


Marcus Adams, August 2022

Lovely place to take the dog.

Where the dog gets treated and served before we do


James Fraser, August 2022

Brilliant place for dogs


stefan lenartowski, August 2022

Fantastic pub with friendly service


Lacey Harrison, August 2022

Super dog friendly pub, very accommodating for your furry friends and the people that work at the running horse always strive to give great service.


Gary Skeates, August 2022

Great pub and super friendly staff. We visit most weekends.


Gill Moore, August 2022

Lovely pub very welcoming to humans & dogs rufus loves his visits


Jenny OBree, August 2022

Lovely friendly pub. Great atmosphere. Well equipped for dogs and children. Love it here.


Craig Moody, August 2022

Lovely friendly pub, made us and our pup feel very welcome, with water, a treat and toys available straight away.

Great food and a lovely relaxed atmosphere.


Julie Clark, August 2022

Amazing pub great food and atmosphere and perfect for dogs


ian ward, August 2022

good food and great staff


Helen Jones, August 2022

Really friendly pub. Have been to dog friendly pubs before but this one breaks the mould. It was a hot day and Murphy was given water and treats without even asking. Toys beds and paddling pool absolutely will now be my pub of choice


Gill Food, August 2022

This is a wonderful pub. Staff are very welcoming & so friendly. Greeted as we walked in and water bowl and treats offered to our dog. Tasty food with large portions. Wide range of drinks. Doggy ice cream available to buy. Lots of toys, dog beds & activities for them. Lovely garden with stream running through, play area for kids & dogs are free to roam. Will definitely be going back & reeling friends & family


Amy Futcher, August 2022

Such a fantastic pub! So friendly, lovely staff, amazing food and overall fantastic vibes! The amazing and friendly people who work here much it such an enjoyable experience and wouldn’t chose another pub in Swindon to go to! The pups are definitely a bonus and so nice they are so happy for friendly fur friends to come along! Top drawer overall!! 10 stars!!


Philip White, August 2022

Great pub, with friendly staff. Plus they do doggy meals, along with ice cream.

There is a lovely garden with a stream, plus always fresh water & blankets for the dogs.


Sarah Asprey, August 2022

Lovely welcome from all staff for us and Freddy the dog. Water, beds toys and treats for him. Great choice of pub food too!


Callum Sadler, August 2022

Very dog friendly, pampered the dogs with fuss, provided beds and water bowls for them and the occasional treat for good behaviour


Amy Sadler, August 2022

Love bringing my 2 dogs here for something to eat when I visit my home town to see family/friends. They are always really accommodating as 1 is a large breed (greyhound).


Jade Kennedy, August 2022

Fantastic friendly place who clearly love dogs!


William John Jones, August 2022

Because I know the Land Lord and the Land Lady they are Amazing Jayne loves all animals and treats them the way they should be treated with Love and respect


Olivia, August 2022

Love coming here, family friendly and the staff do an amazing job when it comes to catering for dogs with dog bowls, paddling pool, treats and toys.


Beverley ody, August 2022

Excellent service, and our dog made so welcome


Chelsea Willson, August 2022

The Runner is such a friendly and welcoming place to be and I feel so comfy bringing my dog there. They cater very well for dogs and my dog loves the fuss and the goodies they have to offer.


Chrustine Gray, August 2022

Friendly welcoming hosts doggy beds, treats & toys , plenty water.. nothing too much trouble .Our four legged friends are treated like family …. With a garden aswell who could ask for more …

We’ve enjoyed many lunches with friends with our dog & theirs , good food , beer & warm welcome 😊🐾🐾🐾


Sandra Williams, August 2022

Very convenient to park. Nice and clean. Lots of parking off the road. Secure fencing. Lots of outside benches.


Sandy Mundy, August 2022

Very dog friendly (& human friendly 😊)

Always water bowls, beds & treats available.

Paddling pool in the hot weather & doggy ice creams available.

Very welcoming.


Christine Pritchard, August 2022

Fantastic pub for humans and even better for dogs. The owners are so friendly and will do everything to make you and your dog welcome.


Sheryl Marshall, August 2022

Jayne and her staff always go the extra mile .. Also great food and great atmosphere.. would be a well deserved recipient of this award 🥇


Sally Croker, August 2022

Very relaxed atmosphere for my dog down to treats, dog beds, water bowls. Each dog is given a friendly welcome. Great food too.


Paul Croker, August 2022

Friendly. Always happy to welcome the dogs. Dog beds and toys are available.


Daniel Gray, August 2022

It's a great pub to take your dog to, the staff are all friendly and you feel really comfortable. They have beds and toys for the dogs with plenty of water bowls dotted around the pub and some free treats as well. Who could ask for more


Brenda Burden, August 2022

We had lunch there yesterday and our dear old black Labrador was made so welcome


Tammy Reeve, August 2022

Very dog friendly pub with lovely, friendly staff and great food and drink. What more could you ask for :-)


Laura Rich, August 2022

The Runner is already a great family friendly pub, that has catered for our massive family of up to 15 at a time. We also come often with our dog and have done since he was a pup, they always provide water and all the staff come and say hello. Its fantastic for socialising your dog both young and old.


Rosemary Swadden, August 2022

Super friendly and helpful staff, plenty of dog beds and water available, also cater well for special dietary requirements


Michelle Simpson, August 2022

Very welcoming and understanding. Have a great doggy menu. Lots of water, toys and beds always available.


Kayley Payne, August 2022

Took a family of five plus our Cockapoo Albus for Father’s Day dinner and have been back since due to them being so friendly and attentive to our pooch and family as a whole. I wish more restaurants and pubs could be as accommodating. X


Jen Blake, August 2022

Very friendly pub. Great atmosphere. Perfect place to go for a meal with the pooch!


Kayleigh Creech, August 2022

Great for dogs and people the staff are friendly and made us feel welcome. 😀


Andrea Sari, August 2022

Best dog friendly pub I've been too


Karen Brown, August 2022

my dogs love this pub so dig friendly


dave maisey, August 2022

i'm not a dog owner,not allwed pets here,but my daughter loves the place along with " burtie "


Samantha Woods, August 2022

Dog friendly, gods pub food and friendly service. There is also a dog menu.


Jack Saunderson, August 2022

Great for dogs


Steve Light, August 2022

When we heard that the Runner became a dog friendly pub, we were over the moon. The food is great as it is and having our dog with us makes us want to come back even more regularly now!


Robert Moody, August 2022

The staff and lovely and friendly as well


Pam Underwood, August 2022

Friendly team at the runner, nothing is too much trouble for them.


Bethany Lawes, August 2022

My dog loves all the doggy food and drinks family meal time


Jo McAree, August 2022

Very dog friendly, pleasure ho be welcomed so warmly when have dog with us rather than be stuck outside or In a corner somewhere as a second rate customer as many pubs do. The Runner treats you, and uoir furry friend with respect, thanks guys


Newbury Julie, August 2022

Very friendly and really loves having dogs and they love going there I hope they win they deserve to


Jill Davies, August 2022

Lovely friendly place


Brooke Boswell, August 2022

Never been to such a Dog Friendly pub. The food for us humans is excellent and my dog really enjoyed her doggy roast dinner.


Jane Borradaile, August 2022

Wherever Jane is there is always the biggest welcome for a humans best friend 🐶


Vikki Rochester, August 2022

The staff are always friendly and welcoming. The dogs feel comfortable and happy here and there is a good supply of treats!


Kathy Doyle, August 2022

It’s lovely to see that dogs are as welcome as humans in this really friendly pub! The staff can’t do enough to make it the best experience for pooches and their humans 😀


Leanne Lolley, August 2022

Always friendly and welcoming, whether you have dogs or not. They take pride in supporting all their customers. The doggie bits they offer are just icing on the cake.


Kelly Giles, August 2022

Jayne and Myles are so welcoming! Especially with my gorgeous boy. He always enjoys his trips to the pub! Delightful food, generous portions and friendly staff, what more could you want from a local pub?


Oliver Robinson, August 2022

Excellent staff and owners, they make a lot of effort for dogs to feel welcome. Could do more for cats.


Jackie Probert, August 2022

Amazing for my little pouch always great service


Jill Coubrough, August 2022

The dogs are made as welcome as the guests, always happy dogs at the Runner.


Ian Cooke, August 2022

Brilliant, friendly pub


Andy Moss, August 2022

Great atmosphere and the dogs are truly spoiled


Debbie Gayfer, August 2022

They always put the dog needs first (he gets offered a drink before I do!) Always welcome the fogs inside and out and nothing is too much trouble from any of the staff 😀


Hannah Jones, August 2022

Beautiful Sunday lunch and even better that i could enjoyed with my dog . Jayne went over and above to makes us all feel welcome - 10/10


Jo Burridge, August 2022

Most dog accomodating pub ever


Sarah Fenton, August 2022

Friendly staff and great atmosphere for humans and dogs alike !


Kate Pitts, August 2022

Dogs are always welcome and treated as one of the family 😊


Wendy Webber, August 2022

Great staff, fab pub


Tracey Johnson-Brown, August 2022

Both motor home and dog friendly ! Perfect combination IMO - great staff great ethos


Nicholas Maslen, August 2022

The best place to go and injoy


Lisa Last, August 2022

Lovely pub, and so dog friendly.


Elaine Jenkinson, August 2022

Always warm and welcoming and love our fur babies as much as we do!


Julie Maddox, August 2022

Very friendly and very dog friendly. Our beagle burtie always wants to go in the runner when we are walking over that way, for a doggy icecream and a bowl of water. Hes also enjoyed a doggy roast here to. 😋


Kai Parker, August 2022

Great place to bring your dog's to get out of the sun or just to hang out with other dog owners


julia bolton, August 2022

friendly and they love dogs.


Shilton Alison, August 2022

Amazing we camped over night in the car park with our 2 pooches and they were so well catered for. There was a doggy menu for them we were offered beds for them to lie on and water and doggy beer so they didn't feel left out. Jayne spent time with the dogs playing with them. There was doggy treats on the bar as well. I highly recommend The Runner as the best dog friendly pub we have stayed at


Stephanie Woolhouse, August 2022

This is a lovely warm and welcoming pub and my crazy cocker spaniel is always welcomed with cuddles and has a great time there!!


stephen hore, August 2022

Warm and so friendly


Pam Underwood, August 2022

Such a super friendly pub who welcome both adults and dog’s alike. Nothing is too much trouble for the team at the Runner.


Hannah Giles, August 2022

So warm and friendly, and dogs are treated as their customers!!


Tracy Avery, August 2022

Because it’s a beautiful dog friendly pub


Derrick Miles, August 2022

It’s my local. Nice for people to take their dogs in. So friendly people in there. Magic.


Jeanette Lawrence, August 2022

A lovely public house, ran by amazing staff. So good to visit with dogs.


Hayley lowry, August 2022

Great friendly dog pub. My dogs loved it. Lots of beds and water bowls and treats. amazing!


Alan Porton, August 2022

Always friendly and plenty of treats for the dogs


Irene Cole, August 2022

They are just brilliant with the dogs, the have beds for them, toy's and a doggie menu plus drinks. I think it's fantastic


Joanne Probert, August 2022

Finalist 2022 in The Great British Pub Awards

Dog friendliest category.

Well deserved you will not find a better place to feel welcome like old friends


Li Thoo, August 2022

My chocolate labrador, Cara, gets the warmest pub welcome from the Runner and she’s not alone. The Runner happily hosts many dogs all the time as it is the Dog Friendliest Pub in the world!


Rosalyn Haslope, August 2022

Visited twice in Feb and April 2022 and on both occasions were greeted like old friends. Our dog Bennie was well catered for with a treat (or two) and was allowed to wander freely to check out all the cushions and doggie beds and meet other dogs. Wonderful food and very relaxing atmosphere.


Sarah, March 2022

Travelled up from Windsor for lunch. Pub was so pups friendly. Even met the owners pups. Gorgeous. Food was very tasty and staff were very accommodating. Even the locals stated they visit the runner to see all the new furry visitors. Will be returning.


Jennifer, November 2021

Excellent friendly service, our dog received a treat as soon as we arrived and our table had plenty of room for all 10 people in our party and room for our 4 legged friend. The food was excellent even a full gluten free menu which is very rare and the doggy roast dinner didnt last long either. Will definitely be visiting again.


Nick King, October 2021

Doggie roasts were great. Towels also supplied for after they’ve been for a swim


Julie Maddox, October 2021

They are such dog lovers. Always got dogs in the pub and plenty of water and treats for the dogs. My dog has just had a doggy roast after the walk they have done to raise money for sndogs


Emma Lea, October 2021

Most dog friendly pub in Swindon, dogs particularly loved their Sunday roast


Vincent Angie, October 2021

Great pub very friendly and make the dogs feel at home too


Kerry Fuller, October 2021

They are so friendly & the food is delicious, nothing is ever too much trouble 😋


Yvonne Gibbons, October 2021

Pawsome place 🐶🐾


Rosemary Swadden, October 2021

Lovely dog friendly staff, who promptly attend to all your and your dog's needs. Plenty of beds, water bowld etc. And a lovely atmosphere


Alison Gore, October 2021

Always a friendly welcome.


Valerie Russell, October 2021

Best pub ever


Tracy Kendall, October 2021

The welcome is very warm especially for the dogs who can have as amazing a time as their owners. Great food too. Well worth a visit


Jonathan Russell, October 2021

Great for humans but even better for those with dogs


Charlotte Allison, October 2021

Lovely friendly pub, welcomes dogs and great food


Melanie Houghton, September 2021

So friendly and welcoming to our 4 legged buddy, he enjoyed his visit.


Gina Dearing, September 2021

Staff are so amazing, made to feel welcome everytime. Its the only pub our doggy Billie feel settled. We live it


Rebecca Bundock, September 2021

Really friendly and very welcoming of dogs, went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. . Lots of facilities for dogs. Everything you need for you and your dog!


Gill Food, September 2021

So friendly to dogs & lovely atmosphere with great food & local ale. Dog beds, toys & treats aplenty! 🐾


Claire Spelman, September 2021

Best pub ever


Kenny spelman, September 2021

Best pub in town mate


Debbie Crump, September 2021

We took our dog Harley and they was fantastic with harley.

Was such a nice change to be able to take our dog and for a pub to be so welcoming.


Sarah Taylor, September 2021

We came here with our dog for lunch. Very welcoming owners who made our dog happy with a biscuit on arrival. He also enjoyed a doggy ice cream


Molly Groves, September 2021

Treats and water on tap, fabulous!


Claire Michelle, September 2021

They love dogs! The best place to bring your pups :)


Orlando Petley, September 2021

Came here with 3 dogs and got the warmest welcome from the landlord, supper kind, friendly and accommodating


Lucy Groves, September 2021

Really friendly to the dogs, treats and water provided. Amazing


Louisa Carter-selwood, September 2021

Dog friendly very welcoming very hygienic


Sherry Geraghty, September 2021

Best place to take your dogs and family, very hard working team!


Pam Underwood, September 2021

The fur babies are treated fantastically from the moment they walk it to you leave. It is clear that the landlord and his team are dog lovers.


Ann Lovell, September 2021

The Runner is brilliant with dogs. My dog Jessie was so happy and relaxed and enjoyed treats and lots of fuss made of her


benjamin kelsey, September 2021

Great pub

bring our dogs here all the time our dogs are treated like humans and land lady and the team are amazing.


Claire Ashley, September 2021

Fabulous venue all welcome good food


Rachel Gibson, September 2021

Very friendly and the dogs are allowed everywhere they’ve got biscuits and ice cream for them also the food is amazing 🤩


Andy Moss, September 2021

Amazing place made even better with all the great stuff for the dogs


Meghan Bayntun, September 2021

Lovely dog friendly pub. Good food and massive portions


Jonathan Russell, September 2021

Not only do we, the humans, love going there our St Pyrenees loves it even more.


Tracy Kendall, September 2021

Warmest welcome for all with great food, great service and wonderful location. The dogs have a great time in the pool on hot days and with free treats this is their favourite pub to visit


Mike Ockwell, September 2021

Nice food and very doggy 😊


Li Thoo, September 2021

Our Cara is a weekly, very well received guest of The Runner. She’s spoilt with lots of love from Jayne and her team and enjoys yummy doggy treats and ice-cream. Cara gives The Runner a Super 10/5!!


Kate Pitts, September 2021

Jayne and Miles are the most welcoming hosts I know of 😊


Alex Woolhouse, September 2021

Jayne and the team are always very welcoming and her dogs are too! I just wish my dog was pub friendly so I could bring him more.


Lisa Last, September 2021

The pub is a lovely local pub, very dog friendly. My pup always feels welcomed by staff and the human food and drinks isn't bad either!


Marley Rolfe, September 2021

Great place for dogs.


Dennis Weston, September 2021

So dog friendly, loads of them here


Steven Parmenter, September 2021

Very dog friendly, great food and great service!


Philip Mitchell, September 2021

We visited The Runner for lunch on Sunday 5th September for a long awaited family get together. Our dog was made very welcome, with plenty of space around the table for our dog to sit comfortably. They have thought of the little things too like biscuits, poo bags and dog ice cream so all can be involved. The staff are great and definately one of the best pub restaurants we have been to in ages. To top it off, the food was amazing too. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED :-)


Christine Probert, September 2021

All the staff make this pub a friendly environment for all the family and our dogs are our family . It’s so nice to take our dogs with us for a family day out .


David Seal, September 2021

Always friendly and welcoming


Alison Shilton, September 2021

Amazing place the gang are very friendly food is amazing. Lovely to have a pub that allows dogs and has treats ❤ a little doggy area for them to chill out as well


Miles Teece, September 2021

An excellent dog friendly pub.

Great location from the M4 off J16.

Good surrounding walks.

Even has a doggy paddling pool


Lucinda Barker, August 2021

Friendly staff, and great hosts, Jayne front of house and Miles as the Chef. Dogs welcome and in house dogs friendly. Food is great too.


Jay Moran, August 2021

Brilliant soo friendly


Tracey Pike, August 2021

Fantastic


Hev Weston, August 2021

So welcoming for dogs, lots of bowls, beds, paddling pool and doggy ice cream!


Li Thoo, August 2021

The dog friendliest and yummiest pub ever! Our Cara loves Jayne and the team.


Holly Richens, August 2021

Brilliant dog friendly pub!


Shannon Mercer, August 2021

By fair the best dog friendly pub in Swindon. From doggie treats to doggie beds, they have it all. Amazing team.


Jade Cooper, August 2021

Great pub! Very friendly staff and great service! Love seeing all the doggos 😍


Libby, August 2021

Amazing pub and atmosphere, my dog was treated like royalty and the staff are brilliant :))


Stacey Vallance, August 2021

Lovely atmosphere and great with dogs


Joby Pironi, August 2021

Great pub and staff, friendly to everyone not just the dogs!


Sophie Carne, August 2021

Because my dogs are treated like they are part of the Runner family. Water, treats, head scratches!


Julie Newbury, August 2021

It's very dog friendly and a lovely atmosphere the staff work very well under this covid but jayne is so lovely welcoming her doggies into her pub


kat lewis, August 2021

because theyre great


Adam Laney, August 2021

Always had a friendly welcome with the pooch


Phillip Norman, August 2021

Great dog friendly pub


Pauline, August 2021

Great Dog Friendly pub, serving excellent food

Always a warm welcome, all the staff are polite, friendly and happy to please

Miles, Jane and the whole team run an excellent pub


Jane Hasker, August 2021

Fantastic atmosphere, pet friendly


Lynn Chivers, August 2021

Amazing venue with friendly staff and fantastic food. Great to see all the happy dogs enjoying the home from home comforts the pub has to offer them 🐶


Monica Keeley-Lopez, August 2021

It’s a great pub and they are always so welcoming every-time we bring our dogs. They have beds all around which is brilliant and there’s always water for them outside. Is the best dog friendly pub in Swindon by far!


Sarah Bedwell, August 2021

Jayne and the crew are such a lovely bunch of dog lovers. Pups are always welcomed with treats, beds and lots of hugs.


CHAD BUTTERFIELD, August 2021

THE RUNNER is an absolutely stunning place to visit, with its very unique beer garden with a small stream running through it. Even more picturesque setting both the building itself and how they have structured the pub layout and decor to the beer garden itself. So, back to the dog's. As soon as we arrived, there were 8 dogs bowls of all of all sizes completely full; it's was about 24oC, all available to pick up and take to your table! By the bowls was a little sign given prices for dog ice cream and dog beer :D All very reasonably priced and wouldn't put any dog owner off from buying! Staff were fab with the dogs; clearly dog lovers themselves!! At the end of the meal the manager even came out and asked if the pooches enjoyed their ice cream. Honestly, overall the pub is very accommodating and welcoming of dogs!!


Larry Langdown, August 2021

Lovely friendly staff..lovely food.

Dogs so welcome.


Warren Marshall, August 2021

Very dog friendly pub


Julia Middleton, August 2021

Best dog friendly hosts where ever they are placed good luck Jayne and Miles


Kathryn Jones, August 2021

Welcoming and friendly to all dogs and families


Jordan Wells, August 2021

We bring our girls (Boston Terrier & Boxer) here a lot & the staff always treat them like part of the family. Nothing is ever too much trouble, the food is always top notch & the beer garden in the summer is perfect for lazing away an afternoon.


Derrick Miles, August 2021

Very friendly pub. Nice people. Caring about our furry friends.


Sophie Milczarek, August 2021

Lovely people


Lorraine Giles, August 2021

Lovely friendly pub for all the family


Tammy Southern, August 2021

Lovely pub, great food. Nice to meet friends with dogs so not having to rush home!!


Gemma Dickens, August 2021

Marvellous pub with very friendly human and dog owners!


Laura Fenton, August 2021

Always a fantastic reception for dogs and humans!


Jo Power, August 2021

The most welcoming and dog-friendly pub I’ve ever encountered. Dogs aren’t ‘plus ones’ in this establishment, they’re given equal status to their owners.


Rachel Eaton, August 2021

Such a warm welcome from Jayne and her team. JAYNE brings so much warmth and enthusiasm and her love of dogs in her pub is obvious


Chaelotte Young, August 2021

We go to the quiz every time it’s on and bring our doggies! They love it as much as us! X


Sarah Jarvis, August 2021

Recently had an evening meal here. Very welcoming to people and dogs. Lots of well behaved dogs in. Good friendly service all night. Very welcoming to all ages.


Andrea Robertson, August 2021

Such a family and dog friendly place to go too


C Wilkins, August 2021

Excellent dog friendly pub


Kevin Millburn, August 2021

Great friendly atmosphere


Paula Lees, August 2021

Jayne always makes every dog welcome no matter what size, age or breed!

Humans always get the same warm welcome too!

To cap it off the food is always great 😊


Laura Howard, August 2021

Great pub and amazing staff


Cathy Elston, August 2021

This is such a lovely dog friendly pub. The new owners are just amazing. Nothing is to much of a problem for them. Great food great atmosphere and happy pooches.


Peter Clifton, August 2021

Friendly and helpful staff, only too pleased to cater for our dog.


Julia Bolton, August 2021

Friendly pub and happy to see dogs.


Valerie Russell, August 2021

Lovely friendly pub always made welcome no matter how big or small your dog is


Cathy Garlick, August 2021

Welcoming, excellent food and beverages, comfortable, fun and its good for the humans too.


Elizabeth Cummins, August 2021

It’s the best around (and the humans like it too)


Samantha Hulbert, August 2021

Because there aren’t many dog friendly pubs and it’s nice to be able to stop here whilst out and about walking my dog.


Suzanne Simmons, August 2021

They are the ideal and most welcoming land lord and landlady


Nicola Bartropp, August 2021

Super friendly, relaxed atmosphere


Maria Phillips, August 2021

Always welcoming to dogs. Lots of dog beds and treats for all breeds.


Mark Daley, August 2021

Every dog is greeted as though they are human ❤️❤️


sharon Jones, August 2021

The Runner is the perfect place to drink, eat and relax with your beloved pet dog.


Deborah Restall, August 2021

It’s fabulous and the humans love it too!


Giselle Persinger, August 2021

Great pub and friendly welcome for all including our fur babies!


Kathy Doyle, August 2021

Because it’s simply the best!! I’ve never known a pub where they make dogs 🐶 so welcome 🤗


Johnny Doyle, August 2021

There are always dogs here - great to see


Rachel Frogley, August 2021

Really great place to take your dog and they really look after them there. Took our puppy in there, they got him water bowl, a bed for a good doggy nap and gave him such a fuss. He got to play with the owners dogs and was really sad when it was time to go. They allow dogs both inside and out. You can grab a good bite to eat, nice drink and have the company of your four legged friend.


Maria Ribas, August 2021

Dog stuff everywhere!!


Marc Powell, August 2021

Great environment for digs, well catered for.


Andrea Tilling, August 2021

We came with our puppy. We had the warmest welcome and food for humans and dogs was lovely.

Pup ate his all up


Ian Lawrence, August 2021

When you visit,you feel you are visiting a home not a pub. Staff are amazing along with the food,but I really visit so I can play with their dogs!


Pazzie Pazzie, August 2021

Wonderful place to eat, drink and be with very lovely people, Lexi (the dog) loves coming here


Harry Skinner, August 2021

Lovely doggies


Jamie Williams, August 2021

Very friendly and our dog was treated amazing well.


Tracy Jones, August 2021

Absolutely amazing pub friendly staff can’t do enough for you

Your Dogs are treated as special guests of honour

Jayne is fantastic total loves dogs and any animal that comes into to contact with be instantly loved and spoilt


Rob Mitchell-Greig, August 2021

Best dog friendly pub we have been too! Jayne is an exceptional hostess for us and our dog!!


Alison Willcox, August 2021

Because Jayne, Miles and their team are just fantastic! Always go that extra mile! Our dogs get special treatment every time!


Sara Blusch, August 2021

Friendly amazing service


Kerry Taylor, August 2021

This pub is absolutely fantastic. Bring you dog to a friendly pub. Treats available and water for them.


Maddie Forbes, August 2021

Jayne and Miles always strive for the best. After the success with their previous pub in Theale, they have really brought that over to this pub. Dogs definitely come first in jaynes eyes, and that is reflected in the number of people who visit the pub with their dogs. It’s truly remarkable.


Jackie Probert, August 2021

Amazing pub for my fur baby, the doggie beds, treats and paddling pool are amazing,


Claire Marsh, August 2021

We are always made to feel welcome my dogs love the water and the treats they are given. Nothing is too much trouble


Stephanie Swadden, August 2021

Jayne and Miles are so welcoming and friendly to me and my dog Ebsy. It is a lovely atmosphere and feels like being with family! Super friendly and fun!


Kyle Daley, August 2021

Fantastic staff and very good with the pooch, extremely accommodating.


Chantelle Adams, August 2021

Family and dog friendly pub, good food and friendly staff!


Hannah Giles, August 2021

Beat dog friendly pub in Swindon


Rebecca Barclay, August 2021

My dog suffers from separation anxiety so being left at home she often destroys this or has jumped out of windows.

So taking her out with us is the safest option and more often than not we have to risk assess if it would be to hot in the car for her. Park in the shade ect

Being able to take her in the pub with us shes so happy.

We do still sit in the garden with her but its so nice that theres bins . Water and dog beds for them .

My dog has also be woofer of the week ....I think what Jayne Miles and the team do is a great idea and are all so friendly


Geoff Canton, August 2021

Turned around in last 12 months in terms of dog friendliness


Simon Bedwell, August 2021

Simply the staff make you and your furry pets very welcoming. And give amazing service to us all.


Sam Holland, October 2020

Because it’s a friendly welcoming place

Plus our dog loves the doggy ice cream and comfy beds. Let alone all

The attention


Susan Dowell, October 2020

Being a dog owner it is so good to have a pub that is so welcoming to our extended family, and to be allowed to be in the pub, rather than banished to the garden only.


Li Thoo, October 2020

Dog-friendliest pub with great staff, service, food and drinks. Cara (our chocolate labrador) loves our Friday ice-cream nights there.


Mike Ockwell, October 2020

Amazing doggie atmosphere, staff really smiley and happy, a breath of fresh air compared to the last crowd !!!


Amanda Collins, October 2020

Excellent atmosphere for the whole family and great food too. Bonus, walking distance from home.


Karen Barr, October 2020

The best place to enjoy a drink and food with your best 4 legged friend


Lisa Last, October 2020

They are a lovely team, a family friendly pub


James Holder, October 2020

Excellent pub with plenty of love and welcome to humans and dogs alike. Very comfortable for the pups


Anita, October 2020

What better to do on a rainy evening than spend it in a very dog friendly pub serving great food. We were made almost as welcome as our dog ?


Lynn Snelson, October 2020

Really friendly and all the staff made a fuss of the dog, giving her treats, patting her and even wiping her down with a towel as we arrived.


Laura Brookes, October 2020

Literally sat in here right now with our dogs and it's not often you get a pub that treats the dogs better than the humans. Jayne even brought over a towel and dried my labrador after his walkies to the pub x


Sherry geraghty, September 2020

Always a warm welcome for customers and their four legged friends. Great job Jayne, Miles and team!


BEN MORGAN, September 2020

Excellent customer service and friendly staff


Kris, September 2020

My family and I were warmly welcomed at The Runner with our Cocker Spaniel, during a bad storm. The kind staff were at hand with towels and a bed for our Cocker, whilst the food and drink were of an excellent quality. This is a highly recommended dog-friendly pub.


Matt Boisclair, September 2020

Jayne and Miles run the best dog friendly pubs! Good luck guys!! X


Alex Woolhouse, September 2020

Lovely friendly pub with caring and conscientious staff. I just wish my dog was pub friendly otherwise I'd bring him along more often.


Andy Moss, September 2020

Great experience for both humans but mostly doggies. They all look in the elements with the attention and service they receive


Mel, September 2020

Had a lovely lunch in the garden. Very friendly pub to both humans and pooches. owner brought out biscuits for our dog, Poppy and told us the are keen to be known as dog friendly. So many places are only dog tolerant so to find a place that welcomes our dog so well gets our approval. We'll definitely go back again.


Sarah Fenton, September 2020

Jayne is passionate about what she does and is always smiling. She welcomes the dogs and people with a big happy face. I visited her previous pub and this one is as successful as that one always was. I wouldn’t take my dogs anywhere else !


Sheryl Marshall, September 2020

From doing an 80 mile round trip to Jaynes previous pub The Fox & Hounds’ I was delighted to hear that she had taken over The Runner which is a 15 mile round trip .. the food is fab, and the dogs are treated like one of the family .. my two Frenchies love going there.


Gill Food, September 2020

Very dog friendly. Would recommend to anyone with a pooch.


Jonathan Russell, August 2020

Our dog Panda loves the welcome she gets there. And so do we


Katie Nee, August 2020

Lovely and friendly staff that love the dogs just as much as the customers!


Natasha Wilcox, August 2020

Book via phone - staff super friendly and helpful

Excellent service and lovely food, with node relaxed environment

Barney was welcomed just as much as us and had lots of fuss. Was given water and treats on arrival

We will definitely be visiting again!


megan martin, August 2020

the runner is a very dog friendly pub with friendly staff very nice beer garden and a good walk close by also they sell doggy ice cream


David Seal, August 2020

Since taking over The Runner Jayne and Miles have relaunched it just by being happy and approachable. They genuinely care about you and make you feel welcome. Now being dog friendly it means your whole family can going along (even our Bengal Cat has been welcomed) Couldn’t ask for a better place to be on our doorstep


Carol Simons, August 2020

This is the most dog friendly pub we’ve ever visited, there’s even dog beds of all sizes for the dogs to rest, free treats, lovely Scoops dog ice cream and plenty of cuddles from the landlady who along with her staff were super friendly. The food was great too and although it was busy the service was excellent.


Tracey Vizard, August 2020

So friendly, exceptional service. Our dogs love it here!


Emma Haire, August 2020

Jayne is so friendly and she just loves and cares for all dogs


David Mills, August 2020

The first time we have taken our puppy to a pub and we got s lovely reception. The landlady has her own dogs which she let out at the end of the night when it was quieter and there was no food about. Really welcoming and lovely atmosphere, the landlady clearly loves all dogs


Leigh Bell, August 2020

Visited today with Harbor, beds, towels and treats all available for him along with many water bowls to make his visit more than comfortable. He was warmly greeted by each member of staff and really enjoyed my visit and considering he was reluctant to leave I think he really enjoyed his!


Chantelle Mistry, August 2020

Best pub ever


Sophia Best, August 2020

Because they are ultra dog friendly & support local dog charities raising much needed funds during lockdown.


clare fantini-stephens, August 2020

Jane and her team had only been at The Runner for a few weeks at the start of lock-down and she contacted SNDogs a local dog rescue as she wanted to help raise funds for them by running an on-line Dog Show. Jane asked for sponsorship from local companies to pay for the rosettes and it took up a lot of her time organising it. The Runner raised £600 for us which was a massive help to SNDogs at this time. It was so kind of Jane to help us out at this time.


Amanda Johnson, August 2020

Great atmosphere, friendly team, lovely food and great surroundings


jenny de Haan, August 2020

lovely pub and friendly staff fantastic to take the dogs somewhere where they are so welcome


Beth French, August 2020

Went here for my Birthday Meal. The service was great, food was good and they looked after the two Boxers on the next table really well. I would be more than happy to take my dogs with me next time. Also they raised a lot of money for the local rescue during lockdown. Met the landlady and she was so friendly.


Toni Foot, August 2020

Lovely friendly local pub with really welcoming staff. They love dogs and welcome them.


Fiona Enright, August 2020

It’s our local!


James Levett, August 2020

Went for dinner this evening with our dog. Very dog friendly and great atmosphere.

Recommend thoroughly


Diana Collins, August 2020

So friendly and welcoming. During these difficult times the Runner also feels very safe. The staff are polite,helpful. For our 4 legged friends there are dog beds, treats and plenty of water bowls.


Sinead Sexton, August 2020

The amazing owner makes every dog feel like a V.I.D, the pub is warm and welcoming and understands the different needs of Different breeds. Will be making a habit of going to this establishment! Thank you!


Lucie Barrass, August 2020

Lovely friendly pub for dog owners and near some lovely walks


Christine Probert, August 2020

Excellent welcome for all humans and dogs alike


Kevin Harmer, August 2020

Lovely couple (Jayne and Miles) and always a friendly welcome for all dogs. And humans ?. Keep up the good work.


Terry Williams, August 2020

Great food, friendly staff and a lovely.pub to end a walk with the dogs who are catered for exceptionally well


Victoria Jacobs, August 2020

Fantastic pub. Very welcoming for dogs. 5*


Chris Holland, August 2020

Most dog friendly pub in Swindon by far.


Helen Lanksford, August 2020

Dog Friendly, Lovely People and Lush Food


S Coote, August 2020

Great out door space, staff are dog friendly too ?


Alex Arkell, August 2020

Perfect doggy pub!


Ann Lovell, August 2020

It's a brilliant friendly place for dogs.


Jemma Hawkins, August 2020

Always welcoming towards you and your pets. Pets toys, water etc always accessible. Great


Hazel Brooks, August 2020

For supporting SN dogs


Suzanne Taylor, August 2020

They have helped out our local dog rescue, SNDogs, with their fundraising as well as providing an amazing welcome and facilities for our dogs


Tina Phillips, August 2020

the runner not only lookafter their human customers brilliantly but more importantly they lookafter our dogs even better. Kind and caring people that run the runner and also their staff.


Colin Defty, August 2020

Awesome place. Kids & 4 legged kids love it.


Louisa Stuckey, August 2020

It's great having a local pub that is so dog friendly and welcoming!


Brenda Sandilands, August 2020

Another fab dog-friendly pub created by the wonderful Jayne & Mile - a winning combination every time! And our Papillon (Susie) loves Jayne & would like to live with her...


Sophie Persence, August 2020

Very welcoming of dogs and have helped SNDogs greatly.


Donna Allan, August 2020

Lovely pub to visit with our dog. Very friendly and welcoming and great food.


Ruth Kiddle, August 2020

Cause it is my only local pub that is dog friendly


Karolina Jakubiec, August 2020

Dog friendly pub .Great meal


Benjamin kelsey, August 2020

This pub is a super friendly dog pub and has great team that will go above and beyond assist guests and there requires. The pub has a beautiful river running though the garden dose a delicious home cooked food ?


Hannah, August 2020

Best dog friendly pub in and around Swindon


Miles Teece, August 2020

Super dog friendly pub.

Great location just off M4 j16.

Great walks opposite and behind the behind.

Excellent service value for money.


Lucy Bell, August 2020

Because the pub is dog friendly and the owners are real dog lovers and because off this they have made the pub into a family friendly pub where they can bring their pets to socialise with other customers and the staff


melanie greenaway, August 2020

great location. Really friendly service. My dogs love visiting the Runner now it's dog friendly.

Highly recommended.


Gina Dearing, August 2020

Very friendly, dogs are treated like royalty.


Michelle Jennings, August 2020

The runner Swindon is the best dog friendly pub I have been to in Swindon. Our border collie was so relaxed he had his own water bowl and bed and best of all lots of fuss massive reccomendation and food is amazing too


Julie Maddox, August 2020

Very lovely dog friendly place. Great, friendly people and lovely food.


Amy Johnson, August 2020

Cozy pub with a nice walk near by , nice food served through the day, staff are very helpful and social distancing rules still apply


Madelind Forbes, August 2020

While this pub has recently been undertaken by new management, the management are the most dog friendly people you will ever meet. Over time, they will make this pub thrive with dogs and humans alike. They have so many wonderful ideas and are truly worthy of the award.


Victoria Russell, August 2020

They are super dog friendly. Always served with a smile and always feel welcome


Jacqueline Probert, August 2020

My dog was so welcomed here, we always go out as a family and our dog is part of our family, there was lots of water bowls, dog beds and treats, the manager gave my dog so much fuss he loved it can’t wait to go back


Salli Scott, August 2020

They've done it in Berkshire before, they can win it in Wiltshire too??


kim forbes, August 2020

Jayne is just amazing and will do everything in her power to make this the best dog friendly pub!..visited yesterday with our 2 St Bernards. They loved it!


Nicola Franklin, August 2020

Lovely friendly and very welcoming staff. Great food and wonderful environment


Jody Millin, August 2020

Warm and friendly for dogs and people.


Lindsay Oliver, August 2020

water out without having to ask and the occasional treat given. What's not to like?


Louise tolley, August 2020

excellent facilities.all your dogs needs are catered for.


Kathy Whitlock, August 2020

Miles and Jayne have turned this pub around, couldn't wish for more when we bring out dog down. We didn't come here for along time but are back every wknd without fail now.


Rebecca Phelps, August 2020

Dog friendly with dog beds, water bowls, Treats and blankets. Always friendly and welcoming. Great environment.


Carol Lawrence, August 2020

Very welcoming friendly & they love all the dogs that visit


Alison shilton, August 2020

Amazing friendly pub run by 2 lovely people. Welcomed us with our dogs as if they were there own. Our youngest was very scared and Jayne couldn't do enough to help make him feel at home


Jillian Coubrough, August 2020

What I love most about this pub is the fuss they make of their doggy visitors.

Jayne especially treats our furry friends just as well as her two legged customers, and Woofer of the week updates are fantastic.

Food, drinks and service are fantastic too.

Highly recommend a visit to the runner.


Derek Owden, August 2020

Since miles and Jayne took over the Runner they have made it the most dog friendly place in the town, always very welcoming


Ian Cooke, August 2020

Great friendly pub with lots of doggy treats


Elaine Boisclair, August 2020

Home from home for us all, including the doggies


Julie Moss, August 2020

Jayne, Miles and the team go the extra mile for every one of us, but canine guests are throughly spoilt. It is a good job they don’t have hotel rooms too, otherwise our dog would leave home and move in I swear !

Their lockdown virtual dog show was inspirational and woofer of the week is genius !


Sharon Clarke, August 2020

Miles and Jane are very welcoming especially to the four legged variety. Provide water bowls, beds blankets and dog treats what more could you ask. Great pub great food and fab people


Tracy Kendall, August 2020

Their doggy customers are as important as their human customers. Nothing is too much trouble for all customers with excellent service for all


Beverley Ody, August 2020

Because our dalmation Lottie loves being included and coming with us to the Runner. She is made so welcome by Jayne and the team. She knows exactly where the treats are kept.


Angela Chesshire, August 2020

Miles and Jayne go out of their way to make the pub and its gardens as dog friendly as possible even during these strange times.


Benjamin Heal, August 2020

The Runner is a very friendly pub.


Debbie Glock, August 2020

I visited there with a friend and his dog, very welcoming lots of dog drinking bowls and lots of shaded areas to sit, all the staff spoke to ziggy and petted her she loved it! Staff are also people friendly too lovely atmosphere and nothing is too much trouble!


Caroline Bell, August 2020

So friendly here and excellent service caters for all 2 legged and 4 legged friends


Kate Pitts, August 2020

Very dog friendly and person friendly!


Jess Coad, August 2020

Amazing friendly vibe with tin the pub x


Ian, August 2020

If you have a dog or even just love dogs,its the place to go in swindon. Staff are so friendly and the food is great!


Pam Underwood, August 2020

Dogs are treated impeccably and always get a welcome by the team there.


Jaki Lovell, August 2020

The owners have made this a real dog friendly place and even during lock-down held a virtual dog show!


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