About The Swan

A traditional English pub with a warm welcome, good food, and local ales — right in the heart of Buxton.

Nestled on Buxton’s historic High Street, The Swan is a Grade II listed building thought to date from around 1765, with a licence to operate as a public house granted by 1811. Once known as The Shoulder of Mutton, it has served the town through centuries of change, from the coaching era to Buxton’s development as a spa town.

Inside, traces of its layered history remain visible — the low ceilings, timber beams and narrow passages that reveal how the building evolved over time. One of its most distinctive spaces, the Tartan Room, reflects this heritage: a quiet, characterful lounge lined with patterned fabrics that nod to the building’s 19th-century charm.

Behind The Swan lies St Anne’s Church, considered one of Buxton’s oldest buildings, placing the pub firmly within the town’s rich architectural tapestry.

As the High Street changes around it, The Swan continues to anchor this corner of Buxton, linking centuries of local life in one place.

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Portrait of Dean and Lorraine in the pub

About Dean and Lorraine

Dean and Lorraine Winstanley are both world champion darts players who bring the same spirit of focus and camaraderie to their pub as they did to the oche. Together they’ve made The Swan a relaxed, welcoming place at the heart of Buxton’s High Street, where good food, conversation and community come first.

Dean Winstanley, co-owner, landing his 9 dart finish live on TV

Dean Winstanley

Dean Winstanley is an English former professional darts player best known for his composed style and precision under pressure. Rising quickly through the BDO circuit, he won several major opens and reached the 2011 BDO World Championship final before moving to the PDC, where he became known for his televised nine-dart finish at the 2013 World Championship — still one of the sport’s greatest moments. Nicknamed Over the Top, Dean brings the same focus, calm and good humour to running the pub as he once did on oche.

Lorraine Winstanley, co-owner, celebrating a darts win

Lorraine Winstanley

Lorraine Winstanley is a leading English darts player and the winner of the 2017 Winmau World Masters, one of the game’s most respected titles. A regular on the international circuit, she later reached the 2019 BDO World Championship final, confirming her place among the sport’s top competitors. Away from competition, Lorraine has led youth development at Target Darts, supporting the next generation of players. At the pub she brings that same professionalism and warmth, setting the tone for its friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

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