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Experience the magic of Christmas at Lydiard Park
Visitors to Lydiard Park can enjoy a jam-packed programme of festive events in December.
Published: Tuesday, 27th October 2026 in Events news-
Road camera trial to begin across Swindon
A trial to understand driving habits at specific areas across Swindon has begun.
Published: Monday, 2nd November 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Lydiard apples turned into new preserves
Apples growing in Lydiard Park’s historic Georgian Walled Garden have been used to make a new range of handmade Wiltshire preserves, following a collaboration with an award-winning local producer.
Published: Friday, 30th October 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Government confirms mayoral strategic authority for the Thames Valley
Ambitions from council leaders across the Thames Valley to unlock economic, infrastructure and investment opportunities for the region are closer to being realised.
Published: Wednesday, 28th October 2026 in Business and investment news -
New road linking Wichelstowe to the M4 now open
A new road which provides an additional route into and out of Wichelstowe has this morning (26 Oct) opened to motorists after developers completed the final section of the scheme.
Published: Monday, 26th October 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Swindon’s Shared Lives and Reablement services earns ‘Good’ CQC rating
Adults in Swindon are being supported to regain their independence and confidence through a Council teams rated as ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Published: Friday, 23rd October 2026 in Adult social care and support news -
More support available for people sleeping rough in Swindon
Additional outreach support and emergency accommodation are now available for people sleeping rough in Swindon.
Published: Friday, 23rd October 2026 in Homes and property news -
A thousand poppies to appear across Swindon’s roads to honour the fallen
Around 1,000 poppies are again being placed on lampposts along some of Swindon’s busiest roads as the town prepares to honour the fallen.
Published: Thursday, 22nd October 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Swindon vows to build on UK City of Culture journey
Swindon will build on the momentum of its UK City of Culture campaign after its ambitious bid just missed out on the final shortlist.
Published: Thursday, 22nd October 2026 in People and communities news -
New chapter for Lydiard House as sixth form transformation gets underway
Work is underway to give historic Lydiard House a new lease of life, creating high-quality teaching and learning spaces for around 120 sixth-form students and staff.
Published: Friday, 16th October 2026 in Vision and priorities news -
Government approves Swindon’s SEND Reform Plan to improve support for children and young people
Children and young people with SEND in Swindon are set to benefit from improvements to local services and support after the Government approved the Borough Council’s SEND Reform Plan.
Published: Friday, 9th October 2026 in SEND services and support news -
Next phase of Wichelstowe development reaches significant milestone
Work could soon start on the next phase of Wichelstowe, Swindon’s landmark new housing development, which continues to deliver thousands of much-needed new homes.
Published: Friday, 9th October 2026 in Homes and property news -
Building stronger partnerships with one of Swindon’s major employers
Council Leader, Councillor Gary Sumner, recently visited BMW Group's MINI Plant Swindon to the company’s plans for the future, as well as explore opportunities for closer working with the Council.
Published: Tuesday, 6th October 2026 in Jobs and careers news -
Everything is Awesome as Great Western Brick Show Returns to STEAM
The UK’s longest-running LEGO® fan show returns to STEAM and this year it’s bigger than ever.
Published: Friday, 2nd October 2026 in Events news -
More than 20 roads resurfaced as £2m investment in Swindon’s highways continues
More than 20 roads have been resurfaced as part of Swindon Borough Council’s ongoing investment in its highways network.
Published: Friday, 2nd October 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Cabinet Member issues public appeal for more foster carers in Swindon
A public appeal for local people to become foster carers has been issued by Swindon Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Children and Education, Councillor Kate Tomlinson,.
Published: Thursday, 1st October 2026 in Social care and health news -
Cabinet to review progress on improving Council services for residents
Making it easier to get help, supporting residents earlier and improving use of technology will be central to the next phase of work to transform services, councillors will be told next week (8 Oct).
Published: Thursday, 1st October 2026 in Communications news -
Town centre set for a global feast as Continental Market arrives
Residents and visitors can discover flavours from around the world when a Continental Market comes to the town centre next month.
Published: Wednesday, 30th September 2026 in Events news -
Young entrepreneurs making Formula 1 parts drive business growth in Swindon
Three young engineers who launched their own precision engineering company are now producing specialist components for a huge variety of customers across some of the UK’s most advanced industries.
Published: Thursday, 24th September 2026 in Business and investment news -
Local people invited to shape Swindon’s future as Local Plan consultation opens
Residents, businesses and community groups are being encouraged to have their say on a draft Local Plan that will help shape how Swindon grows and develops over the next 20 years.
Published: Thursday, 24th September 2026 in Planning and Building Control news -
New campaign asks people who smoke in Swindon ‘What Will You Miss?’
People who smoke in Swindon are being encouraged to think about the moments that matter most to them, as a major regional campaign launches to help more people quit smoking for good.
Published: Wednesday, 23rd September 2026 in Social care and health news -
Council moves forward with bridge repairs to remove construction traffic from residential roads
Swindon Borough Council is progressing plans to repair the bridge on the Southern Connector Road (SCR) so New Eastern Villages construction traffic can be taken off nearby residential roads.
Published: Tuesday, 22nd September 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Volunteers help protect rare newts as Swindon’s wildlife habitats get a helping hand
Residents are being encouraged to get involved in practical conservation work across Swindon to help Wiltshire Wildlife Trust protect and enhance habitats for one of the UK’s rarest amphibians.
Published: Thursday, 17th September 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Why putting the right waste in the right bin matters
Local people are being urged to think before they throw rubbish away this Recycle Week.
Published: Wednesday, 16th September 2026 in Bins, rubbish and recycling news -
Wanborough Tennis Club serves up success with prestigious LTA status
Councillors have praised Wanborough Tennis Club after it was selected by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) as a performance centre for Under 10 players.
Published: Tuesday, 15th September 2026 in Leisure and activities news -
Consultation on post 16 SEND transport charges launched
A public consultation has opened on proposals to introduce an annual charge for young people aged 16 to 18 who use the Council’s SEND home‑to‑school transport service.
Published: Monday, 14th September 2026 in Education news -
New play space created for Crowdys Hill School
A new play space for children at Crowdys Hill School has been created thanks to Swindon Borough Council and its highways contractor.
Published: Friday, 11th September 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Reminder that support is available with Swindon above national average for preventing homelessness
Residents who are homeless or worried about losing their home are being reminded that support is available in Swindon.
Published: Wednesday, 9th September 2026 in Homes and property news -
Discover the best of STEAM at the Golden Age Festival
Visitors are invited to step back in time this autumn as STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway hosts its Golden Age Festival.
Published: Tuesday, 8th September 2026 in Events news -
Swindon cements reputation as UK’s autonomous systems powerhouse
A year after being highlighted in the Government's landmark Defence Industrial Strategy: Making Defence an Engine for Growth, Swindon is strengthening its position as a UK hub for defence technology.
Published: Monday, 7th September 2026 in Business and investment news
