Parks and open spaces news
Festive programme unwrapped at Lydiard Park in Swindon
A magical season of Christmas events is coming to Lydiard Park, promising festive fun for all.
Published: Wednesday, 15th October 2025-
Residents have the chance to shape the future of Swindon’s country parks
Local people are being asked to contribute to a new strategy which will shape improvements to Swindon’s much-loved country parks over the coming years.
Published: Tuesday, 7th October 2025 -
Swindon Half Marathon returns
Swindon Half Marathon Presented by Voltarol Returns this Weekend After 6 Year Hiatus
Published: Tuesday, 23rd September 2025 -
Lydiard Park gears up for packed summer of events
Swindon’s historic Lydiard Park will welcome visitors for a spectacular programme of summer outdoor events.
Published: Wednesday, 18th June 2025 -
Summer of free family fun coming to Wharf Green
Wharf Green in Swindon town centre will be transformed into a pop-up park hosting a number of free family events this summer.
Published: Friday, 13th June 2025 -
Almost 10,000 trees planted in Swindon over past five months
The Borough of Swindon has become greener, thanks to the efforts of volunteer tree planters.
Published: Friday, 11th April 2025 -
Western Forest chosen to be the first new national forest
A huge new national forest stretching from the Cotswolds to the Mendips is set to be created, the Government has announced today, Friday 21 March 2025, led by the Forest of Avon.
Published: Friday, 21st March 2025 -
Easter family fun at Lydiard Park
Families are invited to step into Spring at Lydiard Park this Easter with a programme filled with adventure, creativity and delicious food.
Published: Wednesday, 12th March 2025 -
Lydiard celebrates 15 years of parkrun this weekend
For the past 15 years, runners and walkers of all abilities have been flocking to Lydiard Park to take part in the location’s parkrun.
Published: Thursday, 27th February 2025 -
Love is in the air at Lydiard this February
Lydiard Park’s recently-refurbished hotel, nestled within the historic country estate, is preparing to embrace the season of love with two romantic events.
Published: Thursday, 6th February 2025 -
More than 50,000 trees planted in Swindon since 2020
Swindon’s green lungs have been given a significant boost over the last few years thanks to the planting of tens of thousands of trees in the Borough.
Published: Thursday, 30th January 2025 -
Change at Museum & Art Swindon as new exhibitions set to open
The first set of exhibition changeovers will take place at Museum & Art Swindon, featuring favourites from Swindon’s outstanding modern and contemporary British art collection.
Published: Monday, 14th October 2024 -
Golf at Coate Water to reopen this summer
The Coate Water pitch and putt and crazy golf course will reopen this July!
Published: Friday, 24th May 2024 -
Egg-cellent fun in Swindon this bank holiday
There’s plenty going on across Swindon this Easter (29 March to 1 April), with activities in the Borough’s country parks and museums.
Published: Wednesday, 27th March 2024 -
Fun for all the family at Lydiard Park Easter Egg Trail
Lydiard Park’s popular Easter Egg Trail will once again provide fun for all the family on Easter Sunday (31 March).
Published: Friday, 15th March 2024 -
Volunteers lead Swindon's 10,000 tree planting push
More than ten thousand trees will be planted by Swindon Borough Council by the start of next year as part of a big push to increase the Borough’s green canopy.
Published: Thursday, 22nd February 2024 -
Accessible toilets open at Coate and Lydiard
Two new accessible toilets have opened at Coate Water and Lydiard Park thanks to a grant of £100,000.
Published: Tuesday, 5th December 2023 -
New football pitch the first facility to open ahead of Moredon Sporting Hub completion
Footballers of all ages and abilities in Swindon have a new place to show off their skills after a brand-new 3G pitch was unveiled ahead of schedule at the new Moredon Sporting Hub.
Published: Tuesday, 17th October 2023 -
Residents encouraged to celebrate Swindon’s parks and local spaces this Love Parks Week
Swindon Borough Council is encouraging residents to enjoy the town’s local parks and open spaces, while conserving habitats.
Published: Thursday, 27th July 2023 -
Construction underway on new sporting hub in Moredon
Work is underway to build a brand new £6.3m multi-sports community hub in Moredon.
Published: Thursday, 8th June 2023 -
Lydiard Park Hotel relaunches following £2.6m refurbishment
Lydiard Park Hotel and Conference Centre in Swindon was officially relaunched this week at a grand unveiling of the new stylish venue, which was attended by over 130 local businesses and suppliers.
Published: Friday, 26th May 2023 -
Smiles all round as Coate Water play area officially opened
Cries of joy and smiles lit up Coate Water this morning (23 March) when an eagerly-awaited play park was officially unveiled to children.
Published: Thursday, 23rd March 2023 -
Kids can visit Lydiard House Museum for just £1 this summer
Swindon’s Lydiard House has a host of activities for the family to enjoy this summer, from historic games to new exhibitions.
Published: Friday, 22nd July 2022 -
Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at two special events this week
Lydiard Park will host a weekend of Jubilee celebrations this week to celebrate 70 years on the throne for Her Majesty The Queen.
Published: Monday, 30th May 2022 -
Swindon’s rich history celebrated with Heritage Open Days this weekend
Over the weekend (11 and 12 September) residents are invited into some of Swindon’s most interesting historic buildings free of charge.
Published: Monday, 6th September 2021 -
Online consultation launched for new Coate Water play area
Plans for a new children’s play area at Coate Water Park are making progress, and Swindon Borough Council is keen to hear residents’ thoughts.
Published: Tuesday, 17th August 2021 -
Faringdon Road planters given new lease of life thanks to volunteers
An enthusiastic team of volunteers have spruced up Swindon’s Heritage Acton Zone.
Published: Friday, 23rd July 2021 -
Survey launched to plan future of GWR Park on Faringdon Road
The recent pandemic has highlighted how important parks and green spaces are to the people of Swindon.
Published: Monday, 17th May 2021 -
Park users to benefit from Stanton access road upgrade
Today (9 Sep), significant excavation and repair work started on the access road into popular Stanton Country Park.
Published: Wednesday, 9th September 2020 -
Perfect treat on offer for mums at Lydiard Park
Sons and daughters can spoil their mums with afternoon tea in the beautiful setting of Lydiard Park on Mother’s Day next month.
Published: Friday, 14th February 2020
