Staff at STEAM have devised brand new activity sessions and an Artist’s Trail for children this February half-term. Joanna Arnott, Lifelong Learning Officer at STEAM, which is owned and managed by Swindon Borough Council, said: “We’ve got lots going on in the museum for February halfterm, including some brand new drop-in activity sessions on Thursday,… read more
A message from Sustrans who manage the cycle path: I would like to advise the Parish Council that Sustrans will be closing the cycle path between Chiseldon and the M4 for four weeks between February 19th and March 16th. We will be carrying out repairs to several sections including a new surface along the old… read more
As I’m sure you’re aware, the Government is rolling out smart meters into all homes and businesses before 2020. However, research shows that a huge percentage of the population are still not aware of the options available. Working in conjunction with the smart meter authorities nationwide, we are ensuring that all local councils have the… read more
Swindon Voter ID Pilot Information on Voter ID pilot can be read here and on the Swindon.gov website. Anyone who lives and votes in the Borough of Swindon will be required to bring their poll card as a form of identification to vote in the local elections on 3rd May 2018, Swindon is trialling the use… read more
There are a number of changes to the bus service from Marlborough to the Bedwyn Railway Station and on to Hungerford. These changes are being made by Wiltshire Council to try and spread the services throughout the day and to make better contact with the trains to London. The drop off and pick up point… read more
The Wroughton Library has now moved to the Ellendune Centre and will reopen on Monday 22nd January. It will be found in the Alexandra Room which is on the left-hand side, beyond the Parish Council offices. The number of books available has been reduced and there will only be two computers, but users can go… read more
Parish Council of Chiseldon Delighted to say that Michelle Harris has been co-opted as our newest Councillor. Michelle lives in the village and has a strong basis of local knowledge and a great skill set to work with the Council on a large variety of matters. Michelle’s details will be added to the contact list… read more
Acoustic in the Alley is on Thursday 25th January at 8pm, in the Brown Jack, Wroughton, in the skittle alley at the back of the pub. Free parking £1 entrance
A joint venture agreement has been signed between Swindon Borough Council and Barratt Developments to bring around 2,750 homes to the 250 hectare Wichelstowe development to the south of Swindon. The new joint venture company will combine the strengths of both the public and private sectors to create a high-quality and attractive development. Barratt Developments… read more
Fly Tipping Fines It appears that fines are increasing for homeowners who employ “a man with a van” to remove household waste and it ends up being fly tipped. The homeowner is liable for prosecution and you should always use someone with a “Waste Licence”. You are legally responsible for any household waste produced on… read more
SMG Wroughton Our grant programme runs throughout the year – depending on how much you would be looking for our timetable are as follows: Small Grants up to £2,000 March 2018 (closing date for applications 7th February) May 2018 (closing date for applications 26th April) September 2018 (closing date for applications 2nd August) December 2018… read more
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given under the relevant sections of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 the Council proposes to introduce a 30mph and 40mph speed limit on Broome Manor Lane. A copy of the orders and plan is available for inspection at the Council’s One Stop Shop, Wat Tyler House, Euclid Street, Swindon… read more
Upcoming road works of this year (so far) Wootton Bassett Road Due to the damage caused by a burst water main, Thames Water is resurfacing the Wootton Bassett road junction of Redpost Drive. Works are expected to be finished by next Wednesday (17th January). Hay Lane B4005 heading towards Wroughton One-way traffic road closure on Friday (12th… read more
Fog is quite common at this time of year, so here’s some advice about how to drive in these conditions; Before entering fog check your mirrors then slow down. If the word ‘Fog’ is shown on a roadside signal but the road is clear, be prepared for a bank of fog or drifting patchy fog ahead…. read more
Junction 16 update Junction 16 was quiet over the festive period due to the Christmas roadworks embargo, but once again has become a hive of activity as part the M4 Westbound exit slip road was resurfaced at the weekend. Elsewhere, lamp columns continue to be erected around the site, drainage works continue, while gullies and kerbing are… read more
New Eastern Villages (NEV) – Highways consultation event From 3.30pm to 6.30pm on Tuesday, 23rd January we will be holding a ‘drop-in’ event at Coleview Community Centre, Towcester Road, Coleview, to publicise the proposed transport schemes for the New Eastern Villages. Plans will be available to view on our website from 9am on Monday, 22nd January and will outline: White Hart… read more
SSE Priority Services Register SSE maintain the local electricity network, in the event of a power cut they have a priority service for people in extra need of continuous power – the disabled, those with a chronic illness or using home medical care such as dialysis, those with special communication needs – blind partially sighted,… read more
Netball in Chiseldon Don’t worry about the extra helping of Christmas pudding, the double cream and topping up of glasses because netball is coming to Chiseldon this Spring – all we need is for you to sign up. Subject to interest, we are aiming to launch an 8-week coached session to be held at Chiseldon… read more
New STEAM exhibition to focus on the art of publicity A number of striking publicity materials produced by the GWR will form the basis of a new exhibition at STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway. Entitled The Art of Publicity, the special exhibition opens 8th January and focuses on the artwork used to… read more