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Latest news

GWR staff orchestra practicing in the carriage works during dinner hour in 1938

STEAM launch two special exhibitions celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the GWR Hospital

This year, STEAM is celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the opening of the Great Western Railway Hospital on Faringdon…

Significant work required to increase life expectancy of White Hart roundabout

Major reconstruction work will start at White Hart roundabout next month to increase the life expectancy of the road.

Volunteers revamp Faringdon Road planters

Faringdon Road planters given new lease of life thanks to volunteers

An enthusiastic team of volunteers have spruced up Swindon’s Heritage Acton Zone.

Harbour Project teams up with Art on Tour to put together special online exhibition

Swindon Museum and Art Gallery has joined forced with the Harbour Project to bring together an online exhibition…

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Kids for a Quid at STEAM

23rd July 2021 - 5th September 2021

Kids go for just £1 this summer!

MFor Festival 2021 - Lydiard Park Swindon

31st July 2021

Craig David TS5, Sigala, Raye, Ella Henderson, Gracey and more!

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