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Fruity Bliss celebrates 1st anniversary
Fruity Bliss celebrates 1st anniversary at The Brunel with turnover boost.
A fruit and vegetable stall at Swindon’s Brunel Centre is marking its first anniversary by celebrating a major milestone. That of doubling its turnover in a mere 12 months.
Donated Painting Causes Bidding Frenzy
Donated Painting Causes Bidding Frenzy. A chance discovery in a Wiltshire charity shop has turned into an auction-room success story. It comes after a striking painting of a Cornish scene sold for £3,900. Thus far exceeding expectations and delivering a windfall for the RSPCA.
3. Newport Street Old Town
Newport Street Old Town. And we’re off on another stroll down Swindon in 25 Streets.
Looking for old when it comes to Swindon’s streets? Newport Street is it. This one is a chart topper. Well ok, if we’re going to be pedantic, it’s clear that the Roman road, Ermin Street, over in Stratton, is older. But what’s key here is that Newport Street is the oldest named thoroughfare in a town whose street pattern was established by the 13th century.
Fitness Expert’s At-Home Movement Tips
Fitness Expert’s At-Home Movement Tips. Expert personal trainer shares simple ways to start 2026 strong with at-home movement. By James Hilton, founder of Jim’s Gym. Jim’s a personal trainer based in the Cotswolds who specialises in helping people over 55 stay active, steady and confident.
New Zealand in Wiltshire
New Zealand in Wiltshire. Well, as know, the prime focus of this blog is Swindon and the borough. But – now and again I see no harm in spreading the blog’s virtual wings once in a while and going beyond the borough. This time, thanks to my occasional guest blogger, Rebecca Davies, we’re visiting New Zealand. But not the one in the Pacific I’m sad to say.
New Furniture Store for Swindon
New Furniture Store for Swindon. A new furniture store has opened its doors at The Brunel Shopping Centre in Swindon, bringing an empty unit back to life.
Holiday Club Half-Term Bookings Open
Holiday Club Half-Term Bookings Open. Swindon based Just for Fun Holiday Club has opened bookings for its February half-term holiday camps. They’re offering Ofsted registered childcare for families during the school holidays.
SOCIAL CARE EXPERT GUEST SPEAKER
Janet Shreeve, founder of Shreeve Care Services, is a guest speaker at an event hosted by the social enterprise, Co Produce Care. And she’s going to urging families to have open conversations about end of life care. And to do it before it becomes an urgent necessity.
4. High Street Old Town
High Street Old Town – another instalment in the Swindon in 25 Streets project. This time, as street that used to be the main shopping destination in Old Swindon – what we now know as Old Town.
Masterchef Finalist Swindon Dining Event
Masterchef Finalist Swindon Dining Event. A SWINDON-based luxury retreat company are offering an evening of Thai food and conversation at their first event 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
