Swindonian Blog Posts
Swindon news, views, history and culture
Swindon in 50 More Buildings
Swindon in 50 More Buildings. It is at last launched! I held the launch at Fika Coffee and Wine on Havelock Square. We had a full house and a fun time. But I’m been ill pretty much since then thus I’ve not got round to posting anything about it until now.
5 Swindon Things to Visit
5 Swindon Things to Do. #Obvs there’s much, much more than 5 things to do in Swindon. But in the interests of brevity I’ll limit this post to 5 historical and cultural things to do in Swindon.
Award winning bakery expands
Award winning bakery expands into breakfast cereal with new range. Award-winning artisan bakery Pipp & Co is once again expanding its range. And this time it’s into preservative-free breakfast cereals.
Sleeping Beauty Wyvern Pantomime
Sleeping Beauty Wyvern Pantomime – it’s running now and until the 4th January 2026. If you’ve not done so yet – then book your tickets here: https://trafalgartickets.com/wyvern-theatre-swindon/en-GB/event/pantomime/sleeping-beauty-tickets
INDEPENDENT BUSINESS STOCKS CRYSTAL ‘CATHEDRALS’
INDEPENDENT BUSINESS STOCKS CRYSTAL ‘CATHEDRALS’.
WILTSHIRE-BASED crystal shop owner, Louise Muir-Sage, is now stocking two rare amethyst cathedrals in her high street shop.
Town Gardens Christmas Event
Town Gardens Christmas Event this weekend. South Swindon Parish Council is set to bring free festive cheer to Old Town, and it’s all starting this weekend. On 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st December, from 12pm until 4pm, the historic Town Gardens is transforming into a lively hub of:
Christmas activities
performances and family fun …
Something Different is 10
Something Different is 10. A Swindon family business, that began life as a market stall is now celebrating its first decade. Something Different, based in the town’s Brunel shopping centre, was the brainchild of brothers Lee and Ross Mulholland. They wanted to bring Swindon shoppers products not available on the high street. Both with a background in retail, the duo opened Something Different in Swindon’s old tented market. But they soon moved into The Brunel as trade took off.
The Mini Watchers
The Mini Watchers. Right before I talk about the mini watchers I should first explain about The Watchers – the full sized ones that is. The Watchers is a sculpture that resides at Toothill village centre.
Holiday Club in the Swim
Swindon-based Just for Fun Holiday Club is opening a new venue at Dorcan Leisure Centre this Christmas. And, for the first time, the team will be offering swimming sessions as part of the day.
Nothing Like a Dame
There’s Nothing Like a Dame. Oh yes there is! And, this festive season, Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre once again welcomes back everyone’s favourite dame, David Ashley for his eleventh year. As he returns to the stage as Nurse Nellie Nurofenna Nightcap, David takes us through his typical day as the larger-than-life, fabulous star of the show, Sleeping Beauty.
Swindon Hub Safe Space
Swindon Hub Safe Space – for anyone who finds Christmas difficult.
December can feel heavy for a lot of people. That’s why Swindon Hub in the town centre is creating a quiet space for anyone who needs support over the festive period. Rather than focusing on celebrations, the Hub will be offering somewhere to sit, talk and find practical information throughout the month.
NUTRITION TAKING THE FOREFRONT
NUTRITION TAKING THE FOREFRONT at the care show. Mary Merheim, nutritionist and entrepreneur, will be one of two keynote speakers at The Care Show Swindon taking place next month.
Swindon in 50 more buildings
West Swindon – What the eye doesn’t see
Swindon – A Born Again Swindonian’s Guide
We Are Swindon
