Swan House Tea Room Bed & Breakfast

Swan House Tea Room Bed & Breakfast is a characterful, intimate venue near Lydney, Gloucestershire, offering a relaxed setting for small celebrations, private gatherings and informal events. Set beside the Cone Valley Brook and close to the Forest of Dean, the venue combines a welcoming tearoom, outdoor terrace, homemade food and ensuite accommodation, making it suitable for organisers looking for a flexible location with a personal feel.

The entire venue can be hired for gatherings of up to 30 guests, while smaller areas are also available for more modest occasions. Swan House welcomes intimate wedding receptions, baby showers, christenings, birthdays, anniversaries, retirement celebrations, private evening dinners, wakes and memorial gatherings. It can also host book clubs, craft workshops, car clubs, bike clubs and association meetings, with catering adapted to the type and style of event.

Food is central to the experience. Organisers can discuss buffet menus, three-course meals, afternoon tea, cream teas, savoury options, homemade cakes and lighter refreshments. The venue also provides outside catering for selected celebrations, with cutlery, crockery and service staff available when required. Bespoke celebration cakes can be made for birthdays, christenings, anniversaries and other special occasions.

For weddings and overnight events, ensuite rooms provide convenient accommodation for hosts and guests. The venue also offers free parking for patrons, Wi-Fi, a terrace for alfresco dining and a fully licensed service. Its rural location, traditional atmosphere and small capacity make Swan House particularly suited to intimate events where organisers want attentive service, homemade food and a venue that feels warm rather than formal.