Remembrance Sunday 2020
This year’s Remembrance Sunday was a little different.
Council asks residents to honour Remembrance Sunday from home
This year, in line with government guidance, Swindon Borough Council is urging residents to mark Remembrance Sunday (8 Nov) at home. In light of the new lockdown restrictions, which came into force today (5 Nov), the Government has issued guidance to local authorities across England to ensure that the public is able to honour Remembrance… read more
Remembrance Sunday Event, 8th November 2020
Please see the poster below for details.
Brighter Futures November E-Newsletter
Radiotherapy Appeal update Keep up to date with the progress on the construction of the Radiotherapy Centre! We are keen for you to see the progress of the build at every stage. Click here for full details. If you have Facebook, we have set up a Radiotherapy Centre Group where you can see additional photographs… read more
Half term activities at Better
Looking for things to keep the kids entertained this October half term? Head to a Better centre in Swindon for a range of fun stuff to do! From Ice Skating to Trampolining, it’s a perfect day out for the whole family. Your safety is of the utmost importance to Better. To make sure your visit… read more
October half term camps
For ages 5-13years Dates are: Tuesday 27th October Wednesday 28th October Thursday 29th October Camps will run from 10-2.30pm with a drop off between 9.30-10am. Prices are £15 per day for non-members and £14 for one day and £12 for every other day you book for members. If you would like to know anymore information… read more
Carers Rights Day 2020
Cares Rights Day aims to: Make carers aware of their rights Let carers know where to get help and support Raise awareness of the needs of carers Presenters and panellists to include: Robert Buckland QC MP and Justin Tomlinson MP Sue Wald (Director Adult Social Services SBC) Cllr Brain Ford (Cabinet Member Adult Health and… read more
Chiseldon Pumpkin trail 🎃
Halloween 2020 might be a bit different this year and trick or treating as we know it will be off the cards. But we can still have loads of spooky fun! This Halloween let’s all join together to create The Big Neighbourhood Pumpkin Trail! Stick a pumpkin in your window or outside your home –… read more
The Resident’s Scarecrow Trail 2020
Residents of the Parish set up a scarecrow trail with impressive results, truly showing the commitment our residents have to being creative and supportive.
Commemorative Tree Planting Marks 75th Anniversary of VJ Day.
15th August 2020 marked the 75th Anniversary of VJ Day. ‘Victory over Japan Day’ was the day on which Imperial Japan surrendered, effectively ending the Second World War. A commemorative tree planting took place to mark the event.
VE Stay at Home Party
This is not a Parish Council iniative, but we do support it.
Easter Tennis Camps
17th April – 16th April (10am – 3pm) £20 members £25 non members available for booking online now. Early drop off from 9.00am available free of charge. To book please visit www.pktennis.co.uk/register
An Introduction to Scented Plants
Join Chiseldon Gardening & Countryside Club on the 11th March starting at 7:30pm at the Holy Cross Church Hall off Butts Road. For a talk presented by Peter Biggs of The Wanbrough Herb Nursery on the introduction to scented plants. Peter is a garden designer based in Swindon who has won numerous medals at Malvern… read more
What’s on in March/April in the National Trust Wiltshire Landscape
Please see the below documents for a list of events taking place at Avebury and our other National Trust Wiltshire Landscape properties during the spring. As well as a new exhibition, walks and talks, there are lots of events organised for children over the holidays. What’s on in March and April
Coming soon: SMAF Chiseldon
Tuesday nights 5pm – 5:45pm Kickboxing for children aged 5+ Starting Tuesday 10th March. Book you child in today. Calley Memorial Hall, Draycott Road SN4 0LS.
What’s On In March
What’s On In March 28 Feb Memory Cafe, Holy Cross Church Hall, from 10.30am 02 March Craft Club, Chiseldon House Hotel, 10am—12 noon 03 March Chiseldon WI, Holy Cross Church Hall, 7.30pm 07 March Borough Councillors’ Surgery, 11.30am—12.30pm, Calley Memorial Hall, Draycott Road. 07 March Chiseldon Primary School, Rock’n’Roll Bingo Night, 7.30pm 09 March Craft… read more
Perfect treat on offer for mums at Lydiard Park
Sons and daughters can spoil their mums with afternoon tea in the beautiful setting of Lydiard Park on Mother’s Day next month. Following the huge success of its first Mothering Sunday Afternoon Tea offer last year, the Swindon Borough Council-owned park will be hosting another pampering event on Sunday, 22 March. Guests are invited to… read more
Swindon choreographer brings internationally acclaimed dance work back home
Following the sell-out World Premiere in Japan and massive box-office success throughout the UK, Swindon Dance star Adrienne Hart is now bringing her highly acclaimed ‘Puzzle Creature’ dance performance to Swindon’s iconic STEAM Museum at the end of the month. Adrienne, who grew up in Swindon and trained at Swindon Dance before winning a scholarship… read more
What’s on in February/March in the National Trust Wiltshire Landscape
Please see the below documents for a list of events taking place at Avebury and our other National Trust Wiltshire Landscape properties during the spring. What’s on this spring
Adulthood Transitions Roadshow
The next Preparing for Adulthood Transitions Roadshow is taking place on Wednesday 17th June 2020 from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. at the Civic Offices, Swindon Borough Council, Euclid Street SN1 2JH. This is an annual event for parents, carers and professionals who care for a young person age 14+ with additional needs. Service providers… read more