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8. Kent Road Old Town
Kent Road Old Town – 1890-1910.
A street that served as the birthplace of that world-famous siren of stage and screen, Diana Dors, (aka Diana Fluck 1931-1984) comprised a ‘must include’ in this book for no other reason than that. I mean – Diana Dors – y’know? I grew up watching her on TV and in films. And I’m just a little star struck to now live in the town of her birth – so that on its own would have sufficed for me.  But anyway!
LEVELLING UP ON FIRE SAFETY
LEVELLING UP ON FIRE SAFETY – Secure Safety Solutions.
Wiltshire’s health and safety consultancy, Secure Safety Solutions, are taking a serious approach to fire safety. Their head consultant, Andrew Wilkinson is now a Level 4 Fire Risk Assessor.
Countdown to Murder Mystery
Countdown to Murder Mystery NIGHT AT THE TOWN GARDENS BOWL BEGINS.
There’s a mere two weeks to go until the Town Gardens Bowl marks its 90th anniversary, on 6th May. And new details are here about one of the standout events in the celebrations: Locomotive for Murder: The Improvised Whodunnit.
Urathon Takes Top Prize
Urathon Takes Top Prize. Mobility aids company Urathon is celebrating. After launching its first range of powerchairs, their top-of-the range model has immediately scoop an award! Holding out for a hero The Wiltshire-based business showcased its fleet of powerchairs...
The Cricketers Reopens
The Cricketers Reopens.
So yesterday marked the official reopening of the Cricketers, erstwhile Cricketer’s Arms, in our lovely GWR railway village. And what a lovely event it was too. It’s never not nice to see another piece of Swindon’s heritage being brought back to life.
A Wyvern Sweet Treat
A Wyvern Sweet Treat – in the form of the Tanwood Youth Theatre’s production of Roald Dahl’s, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Art Club Founder Charity Fundraiser
Art Club Founder Charity Fundraiser SWITCHES PAINTBRUSHES FOR FITNESS TO FUNDRAISE FOR CANCER CHARITY.
Entrepreneur, Rachel Bray, has taken on a global fitness race, Hyrox. Her aim? To raise much-needed funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Christ Church Beer Festival
Christ Church Swindon is proud to announce the return of its much-loved Old Town Beer & Cider Festival for its 13th year.
The XIII Old Town Beer & Cider Festival – Centurion Edition Set to Be Biggest Yet at Christ Church Swindon
Arthur Dallimer is Event Speaker
Arthur Dallimer is Event Speaker. Arthur will be among the guest speakers at the first ever TBE Big Breakfast to take place at Lydiard Park, Swindon. He’ll speak about the economic and cultural future of the town.Â
The Locomotive for Murder
The Locomotive for Murder. MURDER, MYSTERY AND MAYHEM COME TO TOWN GARDENS BOWL FOR 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION.
Swindon in 50 more buildings
West Swindon – What the eye doesn’t see
Swindon – A Born Again Swindonian’s Guide
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