Part craft drinks bar, part social space and about to celebrate its first birthday, its mix of relaxing atmosphere, quality drinks, board games, live music and quizzes are making it a must visit stop off. But what makes it special? For starters, it is the only bar in Swindon that serves such a huge range of draught craft brews from independent breweries – you won’t find any mainstream “big beer” on their amazing two-pence covered bar. Alongside a couple of house brews from locals Renegade you should expect to find a guest lager and pale ale plus a porter or stout. Recent treasures have included beers from cult breweries Wiper & True, Lost & Grounded, Wild Beer Co. and Tiny Rebel. Cider is from Cidersmiths and a couple of hand pumps feature the best traditional cask ales from West Berkshire Brewery. In the well-stocked fridges, more magic is contained with loads of canned and bottled beer and cider, including some brutal IPA’s from Stone Berlin and Flying Dog alongside more civilised fare from the likes of Big Hug, Tailgate and Bristol Beer Factory, a range normally found in the bars of London or Bristol. It is not just about beer of course, they serve great teas and coffee, sandwiches and charcuterie, or you can enjoy some great wines. Then there is the large selection of spirits from independent producers including an incredible gin selection and a cocktail list featuring classic cocktails including martini’s and mules. The inside is a rather unique, cosy and classy space featuring re-purposed and up-cycled furniture, quirky decor, a lot of board-games and some great reading material. Entertainment is held regularly and features the best in original grassroots and underground live music as well as a monthly music quiz (the most un-serious in town!) as well as a range of other arts events, brewery talks and tap-takeovers. www.thetuppenny.com