Thistle Swindon Hotel
Thistle Swindon Hotel has 6 meeting/event spaces for 20–180 delegates (theatre), largest: Brunel Suite (180).
- Up to 180 delegates
- 6 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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6 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunel Suite | 180 | — | 60 | 90 | 45 | — | — | 150 |
| Wiltshire Room | 80 | — | 30 | 40 | 25 | — | — | 80 |
| Ridgeway Room | 60 | — | 24 | 35 | 20 | — | — | 60 |
| Marlborough Room | 45 | — | 20 | 25 | 16 | — | — | 45 |
| Boardroom 1 | 25 | — | 14 | 18 | 12 | — | — | 30 |
| Boardroom 2 | 20 | — | 12 | 15 | 10 | — | — | 25 |
At a glance
Thistle Swindon Hotel is a contemporary 4-star property strategically located on Queens Drive, offering excellent conference and meeting facilities for up to 180 delegates. The hotel features multiple flexible event spaces including the main conference suite and several smaller meeting rooms, all equipped with modern audiovisual technology and complimentary WiFi. With 132 comfortable guest rooms, the venue provides ideal accommodation for residential conferences and corporate events. The property includes a restaurant, bar, leisure facilities with swimming pool and gym, plus ample free parking. Located near junction 15 of the M4 motorway, the hotel offers excellent transport links to London, Bristol, and Bath, making it a convenient choice for business meetings and events. The venue combines professional service standards with modern amenities, providing versatile spaces suitable for conferences, training sessions, weddings, and social events.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Workshops
- Wedding Receptions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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View all 6 spaces →Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Air Conditioning
- Natural Daylight
- Free Parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Swimming Pool
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Lift access to all floors
Location & getting there
Queens Drive, Swindon, SN3 1AN, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Thistle Swindon Hotel is a verified hotel in Swindon, hosting up to 180 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Hybrid Ready, Networking. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, hybrid and streamed events, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 100/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Thistle Swindon Hotel have?
Thistle Swindon Hotel has 6 meeting and event spaces in Swindon, seating up to 180 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Thistle Swindon Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at Thistle Swindon Hotel is Brunel Suite, with a maximum capacity of 180 guests.
What conference facilities does Thistle Swindon Hotel offer?
Thistle Swindon Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Air Conditioning, Natural Daylight, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 6 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 180 guests theatre style, 120 cabaret style, 60 boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment included with room hire - projector, screen, microphones, Wi-Fi access
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment packages
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for delegates and guests
About Thistle Swindon Hotel
Thistle Swindon Hotel is a contemporary 4-star property strategically located on Queens Drive, offering excellent conference and meeting facilities for up to 180 delegates. The hotel features multiple flexible event spaces including the main conference suite and several smaller meeting rooms, all equipped with modern audiovisual technology and complimentary WiFi. With 132 comfortable guest rooms, the venue provides ideal accommodation for residential conferences and corporate events. The property includes a restaurant, bar, leisure facilities with swimming pool and gym, plus ample free parking. Located near junction 15 of the M4 motorway, the hotel offers excellent transport links to London, Bristol, and Bath, making it a convenient choice for business meetings and events. The venue combines professional service standards with modern amenities, providing versatile spaces suitable for conferences, training sessions, weddings, and social events.
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