Swindonian Blog Posts
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14. Faringdon Road Swindon
Faringdon Road Swindon – 1880s.
The time was when this stretch of road comprised two separate streets: Faringdon Road and Faringdon Street. They, along with Westcott Place and Fleet Street, were developed along an ancient track known as the Fleetway or Fleteway. Thus, where Fleet Street meets Bridge Street, in a nod to that long-gone track, a currently unoccupied commercial building bears the name Fleetway House.
Art Meets Retail at Brunel
Art Meets Retail at Brunel Swindon as it plays host to new exhibition.
The Brunel Swindon is playing host to a major arts exhibition. And it’s all thanks to a new link-up with Swindon Arts Fringe Festival (SWAF).
Town Gardens Epic Comedy Adventure
Town Gardens Epic Comedy Adventure.
Join an unforgettable journey to Middle-Earth this weekend. The reason? A Parody of the Rings arrives at Town Gardens Bowl for one night only, this Friday, 19th June.
Swindon & Wiltshire Pride celebrates
Swindon & Wiltshire Pride celebrates first birthday back at The Brunel Swindon.
St Saviour’s Church 1890
St Saviour’s Church, Ashford Road: 1890.
To talk about St Saviour’s we need firs to talk about Swindon’s railway churches.
Dial M for Murder
Dial M for Murder comes to the Wyvern Theatre next month.
It’s with great delight that Phil&Ben Productions announce that their new production of the classic thriller DIAL M FOR MURDER is coming to the Wyvern theatre. It’ll be there in July, as part of its 2026 national tour.
Best Mates Launches New Initiative
Best Mates Launches New Initiative to connect local organizations.
Award-winning charity Best Mates hosted the first community impact round Table in May. Thus creating a space for organizations to share ideas, build connections and strengthen support across the community.
Wyvern 2026 Panto Stars Announced
Wyvern 2026 Panto Stars Announced.
BBC Radio 2 presenter and TV personality Richie Anderson will headline this year’s spectacular family pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk at Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre. Joining him is Britain’s Got Talent finalist Jamie Leahey.
Music and Comedy this Weekend
Music and Comedy this Weekend in Old Town. The Town Gardens Bowl will play host to a weekend of outstanding live entertainment. It’s bringing together quick-witted comedy and celebrated music in the beautiful surroundings of one of Swindon’s most popular outdoor venues.
Scott Media and Best Mates
Scott Media and Best Mates partner up to help reach more people.
A Swindon-based public relations agency is lending its expertise to help a local peer-support organisation reach more people in need of a helping hand.
Swindon in 50 more buildings
West Swindon – What the eye doesn’t see
Swindon – A Born Again Swindonian’s Guide
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