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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 -
Discover an exciting autumn of events at Lydiard Park
Summer may be drawing to a close, but there’s plenty to look forward to at Lydiard Park this autumn, with an exciting programme of events taking place throughout September and October.
Published: Friday, 4th September 2026 in Lydiard news -
Magic of the night sky to come alive in town centre
The magic of the night sky will come alive in the town centre this autumn thanks to a new pop-up planetarium.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd September 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Council submits plans for new children’s home to help keep vulnerable young people close to home
A planning application to convert a recently purchased property in Wichelstowe into a new children’s home has been submitted by Swindon Borough Council.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd September 2026 in Social care and health news -
Over eight tonnes of waste cleared in Big Town Centre Clean-Up
Over eight tonnes of litter, overgrown vegetation and fly-tipped waste has been removed from Swindon town centre by volunteers working alongside council teams as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: Wednesday, 2nd September 2026 in Environmental problems news -
Fleming Way bus interchange reaches one-year anniversary
With the Fleming Way bus interchange reaching its one-year anniversary, Swindon’s two main bus companies have praised the positive impact it has had on passenger experience and service reliability.
Published: Friday, 28th August 2026 in Roads, parking and transport news -
Council doubles CCTV coverage in car parks to deter anti-social behaviour
A push to deter anti-social behaviour in council-owned town centre car parks is underway as work continues on The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: Thursday, 27th August 2026 in Antisocial behaviour news -
Councillors and community volunteers join forces for The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
More than 40 Borough and parish councillors from across Swindon joined forces with community volunteers on Saturday (22 Aug) to contribute to The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: Monday, 24th August 2026 in Antisocial behaviour news -
Swindon students celebrate GCSE success
Students across Swindon are celebrating today (20 Aug) after receiving their GCSE results, marking the culmination of years of hard work and dedication.
Published: Thursday, 20th August 2026 in Education news -
Celebrate the end of the summer holidays with a Day at the Wharf
Families can celebrate the end of the summer holidays with a day filled with fun and activities in the town centre.
Published: Thursday, 20th August 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news -
Community Payback sessions support The Big Town Centre Clean-Up
People serving community sentences are helping to improve Swindon town centre this month as part of The Big Town Centre Clean-Up.
Published: Wednesday, 19th August 2026 in Environmental problems news -
Council Leader visits Kerr Office Group to discuss growth and investment opportunities in Swindon
As Swindon continues to attract significant investment and strengthen its position as a hub for business growth, Leader of the Council, Cllr Gary Sumner, visited local company Kerr Office Group.
Published: Friday, 14th August 2026 in Business and investment news -
Borough-wide success as Swindon students receive A-Level and T-Level results
Students across Swindon are taking the next step towards their futures today, as A-Level and T-Level results reveal another year of excellent achievement across the Borough.
Published: Thursday, 13th August 2026 in Education news -
Swindon submits bid to be UK City of Culture 2029
The bid to make Swindon the UK City of Culture 2029 has been officially submitted by Swindon Borough Council and Swindon Culture Collective, setting out a plan to use culture as a catalyst.
Published: Wednesday, 12th August 2026 in Recreation, leisure and culture news
