Large, wood-panelled, town centre pub. Was once a Kay's Atlas Brewery Ltd of Ardwick, Manchester pub, taken over by Robinson's in 1929. Today the Swan and Chequers is a spacious busy town centre Robinson's public house. Although partially open plan it reflects its original multi room origins and has a busy daytime trade of locals and shoppers visiting the town, especially on Thursdays when the nearby Town Market attracts a lot of visitors. The pub has recently had a major refurbishment (2023), internally as well as in the rear courtyard and is now bright and modern inside. The courtyard features a large mural of Winston Churchill - legend has it that he once stayed at the Swan. There is a happy hour on Fridays from 5 to 7 (cask reduced to £3.50 as of Sept 2025) and cask is £3.75 all day on a Saturday. Lots of musical activities are put on regularly, and modern jazz sessions are a popular feature. Snacks are available at breakfast times and throughout the day/evening.