Swindonian Blog Posts
Swindon news, views, history and culture
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
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.
Financial Planners Support Toy Appeal
Financial Planners Support Toy Appeal. Wroughton based Southby & Co. Financial Planning has donated £500 worth of toys to this year’s Swindon Christmas Toy Appeal. Thus they’re helping families across the town who may otherwise wake up to very little on Christmas morning.
Magical Debut Swindon Winter Fest
Magical Debut Swindon Winter Fest. Wet weather did not deter thousands of visitors from turning out for Swindon Winter Fest on Saturday 22nd November. The positive feedback on the inaugural event has overwhelmed the organisers, amongst widespread calls for the new festival to return next week.
Community Spirit Shines Bright
Community Spirit Shines Bright at South Swindon’s Christmas light switch-on events. It makes South Swindon Parish Council happy to announce the success of its 2025 Christmas tree light switch on events. Held across the Parish from 18th- 20th November they’ve been a super success. Hundreds of residents attended the celebrations. They brought festive cheer and a strong sense of community to:
Turkish Baths Roof Emergency Work
Turkish Baths Roof Emergency Work. This update on the ongoing work on Milton Road baths, AKA, the health hydro, comes via the Friends of the Health Hydro and Swindon Borough Council.
The Turkish Baths, in the Health Hydro in Milton Road, are the oldest Victorian Turkish Baths still operating. They’ll be closed for a while longer when the building is reopened, because of the work being carried out on the roof.
Swindon in 50 more buildings
West Swindon – What the eye doesn’t see
Swindon – A Born Again Swindonian’s Guide
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