Ofsted has praised “the swift and decisive action to improve services for children and young people in Swindon” after a recent inspection. Ofsted was so impressed by the rapid rate of improvement within Swindon Borough Council’s Children’s Services department, it judged Children’s Services to be providing the children and families of Swindon with a ‘good’… read more
There’s plenty of action and exploration to be had at STEAM this summer! Children will love to follow our new Genius Trail, take part in a special family activity or create their own unique journey through our story-telling displays. Take a look at what’s on offer this Summer Holiday… For more information read the full… read more
Beat the Street, the walking and cycling initiative that saw people in Swindon travel more than 300,000 miles last year, is set to return this September and is promising to be even bigger and better than before. Last year, more than 32,000 people across Swindon walked, ran and cycled a record-breaking 313,000 miles in just… read more
A section of the Wilts & Berks Canal has been restored thanks to an investment from Swindon Borough Council. The Council contributed around £2.5m to improving the 500m stretch of canal, which includes the building of a new towpath, the creation of new ecological habitats and the installation of new lighting along the bankside. The… read more
The A-Level pass rate for students in Swindon has increased, according to provisional results published today (15 August). A total of 778 students received their results today and, of the 1,739 exam entries, 96.8 per cent were awarded a pass (A*-E), slightly up on last year’s figures (96.3 per cent). Although the proportion of A-Level… read more
With the kids broken up from school and thoughts turn to escaping for the summer, we have lots going on in our libraries to keep the whole family occupied for the next six weeks. Take a look at the E-Newsletter from Swindon Libraries and see what events they are holding this month.
Now that the schools have broken up and the summer is in full swing, you may be wondering how to keep the kids entertained for the next five weeks? Luckily for you we have organised a number of events across the town for the whole family to enjoy. For more take a look at the… read more
Take a look at the Governments guidance on what you will need for driving in the EU after Brexit: international driving permits.
From Swindon Borough Council: I would like to notify you of a Ground Investigation Survey which is scheduled to take place at Hodson Embankment from Monday 16th September to Friday 27th September. In order for the survey to be carried out safely it will be carried out under a road closure, access will be maintained… read more
Swindon Borough Council is seeking the views of members of the public to help inform the allocation of sites for housing and employment within the borough. The consultation, which starts today (29 July), will help the Council refresh its Local Plan, which sets out how much housing Swindon needs over a 20-year period and identifies… read more
Around 80 children will be putting their summer holidays to good use when they take part in a free education programme from next week. Swindon Borough Council’s Young Wardens scheme, which is in its eleventh year, is a fun and educational, month-long programme of activities for the children of Council tenants. Aimed at children aged… read more
Events will be taking place at Regent Circus this Sunday (28 July) to mark the centenary of the 1919 Peace Riots. July 1919 marked the official end of the First Word War and there were celebrations across the country. Swindon’s celebrations, however, turned sour when the crowd learned that hundreds of pounds had been spent… read more
This summer Swindon Borough Council is working with a range of partners to host a number of exciting events and activities in the town centre. Young families will have the opportunity to get involved in the Space Chase Summer Reading Challenge, free stay and play sessions, cycling and balance bikes, boxing and Explore Learning sessions…. read more
Old Town could be the latest area of Swindon to benefit from significant government funding after Swindon Borough Council submitted a bid to The High Streets Heritage Action Zones (HSHAZ) programme. The £40m funding programme forms part of the Government’s Future High Street Fund and has been allocated to Historic England for work to support… read more
Gary Sumner: This Saturday I will have plans & information on sites in Wanborough and one in Badbury. I urge you to comment in the consultation 29/7 – 23/9.
Please see the below documents for a list of events taking place at Avebury and our other National Trust Wiltshire Landscape properties during the summer. As well as a new exhibition, walks and talks, there are lots of events organised for children over the holidays. What’s on in August PDF What’s on in September PDF
A brand new exhibition exploring the inventions and ideas that shaped the Great Western Railway will launch at STEAM on Friday (26 July). The railways were, and still are, a place of new ideas, designs and inventions. The Great Western Railway dared to be different and strove to be the best. Spark of Genius is… read more
People living in Swindon will get the chance to have their say on options to improve traffic movements in the town centre, and a new policy which sets out how new developments should make appropriate provision for the parking of cars, motorcycles and bikes. Consultations on both Swindon Borough Council’s draft Town Centre Movement Strategy… read more
Important information for tenants Make sure to keep us updated with changes to your living arrangements To ensure our tenants’ safety, and in order to keep our records up to date, it is important that we are informed of any changes to your living arrangements. In the instance of the passing of a family member… read more
How we fix potholes We know Swindon’s roads aren’t perfect. We have started a two week campaign to help you understand how we repair potholes on our 510 mile road network. Please follow us on Facebook or Twitter to see what we have been up to. You can also get involved too. Our team regularly inspect… read more