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Covid-19 Commemorative Service
- Date: 8th March 2026
- Location: Lydiard Park
- Time: 15:00 - 16:00
- Cost: Free
A commemorative service to mark Covid-19 Day of Reflection.

The service will offer a moment for people to pause, remember those who lost their lives and reflect on the extraordinary efforts and acts of kindness shown throughout that unprecedented period.

The programme will include a reading by the Mayor’s Chaplain, contributions from community leaders and a moment of quiet reflection.

Attendees will also be invited to tie yellow ribbons onto the sculpture as a symbol of remembrance and hope.
'New Swindon and the GWR' by Peter Timms
- Date: 12th March 2026
- Location: Bakers’ Café 16 Emlyn Square Swindon SN1 5BN
- Time: 19:30 - 20:30
- Cost: Free for full members/£5 for guests
Join us at The Bakers' for a talk celebrating the people, places and experiences that have shaped Swindon.

Join Peter as he talks about his latest publication. New Swindon and the GWR by Peter Timms is a comprehensive history of Swindon’s railway town.

A must-have for heritage and railway enthusiasts. Peter will be signing books on the night but you can purchase a copy in advance from our online store.

Why not join us? Find out more via the Mechanics Trust website
Mother’s Day afternoon tea at Lydiard Park Hotel
- Date: 15th March 2026
- Location:
- Time: 13:00
- Cost: £35 per person
Enjoy a special Mother’s Day afternoon tea at Lydiard Park Hotel, accompanied by live harp music.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a specially crafted afternoon tea in the elegant Luxborough Suite, with live music from harpist Ruth Kenyon.

Your experience begins with a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, including egg mayonnaise with watercress, smoked salmon, Wiltshire ham with wholegrain mustard, and Somerset brie with cranberry and rocket.

You will then enjoy warm scones served with traditional clotted cream and fruity jam, followed by a range of sweet treats such as chocolate and cherry brownie, mini carrot cake, lemon drizzle and chocolate éclair. A full choice of teas and coffees is included, along with a glass of prosecco.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options are available. Please request these at the time of booking.

A child-friendly afternoon tea is available for children aged 12 and under. Please enquire for further details.

Advance booking is required.

Enquiries and booking:
- Email: lydiardhotelreception@swindon.gov.uk
- Telephone: 01793 464644
The Lydiard Park Easter Trail
- Date: 5th April 2026
- Location: Coach House Activity Centre at Lydiard Park
- Time: 11:00 - 15:00
- Cost: £5 per child
Hop into Easter with a fun, family-friendly trail at Lydiard Park
Join us at Lydiard Park on Sunday, 5 April 2026 for a fun-filled Easter trail.

Follow the story of the Easter Bunny as you search for clues around the historic parkland. Notice features of the landscape as you go, solve the puzzle and spell out the secret word to receive your Easter prize*.

Drop in to the Coach House Activity Centre between 11.00am and 3.00pm (last admission at 2.15pm). No booking is required, but children must be accompanied by an adult.

This year, children can also take part in the Lydiard Park Easter Bonnet Parade. Make an Easter bonnet at home and head to the Walled Garden at 12.30pm to show off your creation.
- Easter trail: £5 per child
- Easter bonnet parade: £2 per child
- Parking charges apply
* The Easter Trail prize will not be a food item.
ABBA Tribute Night at Lydiard Park Hotel
- Date: 22nd May 2026
- Location: Lydiard Park Hotel
- Time: 19:30 - 22:00
- Cost: £21 per person – includes an arrival drink
Get ready for the ultimate ABBA tribute experience! Sing and dance along to all your favourite hits performed live by ABBAholics, an incredible four-piece band.
You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life… Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of ABBA in the Luxborough Suite at Lydiard Park Hotel.

Sing and dance along to all your favourite hits performed live by ABBAholics, an incredible four-piece band delivering the ultimate ABBA tribute experience.

Arrive from 7.30pm and start the evening with an included ‘Waterloo’ Blue Lagoon Mimosa before the performance begins at 8.00pm. Grab your sequins, dust off those platform shoes, and join the party – ABBA fancy dress encouraged!

Basket food will be available to purchase during the evening.

Opt for:
- Gimme Gimme Gimme (Mac & Cheese)
- Slipping Through My Fingers (Cheese or Veggie Burger)
- Voulez – Vol au Vent
Last food orders 8.30pm. Please note this event is over 18s only.

Book your ticket online via the Lydiard Park and Hotel website.