Swindonian Blog Posts
Swindon news, views, history and culture
Southby & Co Charity Donations
Southby & Co Charity Donations continue. Southby & Co Financial Planning, based in Wroughton, has continued its charity tour across Wiltshire, presenting the first of several donations from a £5,000 award pot they received earlier this year.
Grant Aid for Charities
Grant aid for charities that connect young people with nature. Charity and non-profit organisations, that promote the benefits of being outdoors to young people, are being invited to apply for a grant.
Spiritual Reset at Wiltshire Retreat
Spiritual Reset at Wiltshire Retreat. A one-day spiritual retreat timed to coincide with one of the most energy-charged days of the year will take place in Wiltshire this August. It’s offering attendees the chance to reconnect with their inner truth, align with cosmic energy and experience deep personal renewal.
SALOS Bringing ‘EVITA’ to Swindon for First Time
SALOS (Swindon Amateur Light Opera Society) are bringing Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s iconic musical Evita to the stage this Autumn. This legendary show, currently enjoying a buzz-worthy revival in London’s West End, will make its long-awaited Swindon debut this autumn at the Wyvern Theatre.
Malmesbury VJ Day Anniversary
Malmesbury VJ Day Anniversary.
Malmesbury mayor Cllr Stephen James will lead the town’s VJ Day commemorations (Victory over Japan Day) of the 80th anniversary on Friday August 15.
Wiltshire Paralympic Champ Presents Award
Wiltshire Paralympic Champ Presents Award in his own name. Paralympic champion and world class British judoka, Chris Hunt Skelley MBE, recently presented the first ever Chris Hunt Skelley Award. It honours those who champion inclusion and the sport of judo.
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.
Holiday Club Expands to Moredon
JUST FOR FUN HOLIDAY CLUB EXPANDS TO MOREDON SPORTING HUB WITH NEW SUMMER SESSIONS. This will be the fifth location for the popular children’s activity provider. It continues to grow thanks to strong local support and a reputation for fun, inclusive sessions during school holidays.
Old Town Launches Sunday Socials
Old Town launches Sunday Socials in response to road closure. Friends of Old Town, the public face of the Old Town Business Association, has announced a bold new summer programme: the Old Town Gasworks Sunday Socials. The series of three large-scale street events across Devizes Road and Wood Street will bring music, food and footfall back to the area this August. All helping to support businesses affected by the major gas mains upgrade.
Care Advisor Champions Independent Living
Care Advisor Champions Independent Living in Swindon. Shreeve Care Services are championing Swindon’s SLP Independent Living in its efforts to be serious about home care.
Swindon in 50 more buildings
West Swindon – What the eye doesn’t see
Swindon – A Born Again Swindonian’s Guide
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